The Member of Parliament for Ho West, Emmanuel Bedzrah, has spearheaded the revival of the Anfoeta Technical Institute, breathing new life into an institution that had been defunct for over eight years.

Through his efforts and support from the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund), the school has received critical infrastructure upgrades across all departments. This development has led to the official re-launch of the institute and its absorption into the public education system as a full-fledged second-cycle school.

The projects completed include an administration block, a one-storey classroom block, a girls’ dormitory, staff bungalows, and workshops for carpentry, masonry, and fashion design. Currently, construction is ongoing on a boys’ dormitory and additional classroom blocks.

Speaking at the ceremonial re-launch, Mr Bedzrah commended the chiefs and residents of Ho West for their support and commitment to making the school operational again. He announced that the first batch of 120 students will be admitted for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Mr Bedzrah, who also serves as Board Chair of GETFund, pledged the timely completion of all ongoing educational projects in the district.

“Our focus at GETFund is basically to make sure that we complete all uncompleted projects before we start any new development, and so we are poised to complete all those projects that have not been completed,” he stated.

He cited several schools with pending projects, including Kpedze Senior High School, AWUSCO, Tsito Sec Tech, Abutia Sec Tech, and Dzolo, noting that about 10 schools in the Ho West District have incomplete facilities that will be prioritized for completion by December 2025.

Deputy Minister Pledges Further Support

Deputy Education Minister Dr Clement Apaak assured stakeholders that the government would continue to invest in the Anfoeta Technical Institute, emphasising the importance of technical and vocational education.

“As we speak, I tell you on authority that plans are far advanced for the construction of a dining hall,” he revealed, drawing applause from the gathering.

He further highlighted that Technical and Vocational Education Training (TVET) plays a crucial role in unlocking potential, fostering innovation, and building a competitive workforce.

TVET Director-General Calls for Community Ownership

The Director-General of TVET Service, Engr. Dr Eric Kofi Adzroe described the revival of the Anfoeta Technical Institute as a clear reflection of the government’s commitment to producing skilled, practical-oriented human resources, even in rural areas.

The Paramount Chief of Anfoeta, Togbe Kwasi Drah VII, expressed his appreciation to the government for absorbing the institute into the public education system.

“This is why we of this traditional area will forever be grateful to our forward-thinking and proactive President, John Dramani Mahama, for letting us breathe a sigh of relief by absorbing this school into the mainstream education system. We are most grateful,” he said.

He encouraged parents in the area to enroll their children in the institution for a better future, while appealing for the construction of a modern ICT laboratory and teachers’ bungalows to support teaching and learning.

“This new school will help change the face of our local economy for improved livelihood,” he added.

With its rebirth, the Anfoeta Technical Institute is set to become a hub for technical education in the region, offering young people the skills and opportunities needed to transform both their lives and their community.