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VRCC opens tender for GETFund educational projects in Volta Region
The Volta Regional Coordinating Council (VRCC) has announced the opening of tender applications for several educational infrastructure projects in the Volta Region, funded by the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund).
VRCC said the projects are aimed at improving facilities in selected senior high schools, including dormitories, an administration and library block, a technical block, a dining hall with kitchen, and toilet facilities.
According to the Council, Afife Senior High School will benefit from two 2-storey dormitory blocks with courtyards, and a 2-storey administration and library block.
St. Paul’s Minor Seminary and SHS in Denu will see rehabilitation of academic, accommodation, and administrative facilities, in addition to the construction of two 2-storey dormitory blocks.
The Council further stated that a new dining hall with kitchen will be built at Atiavi Senior High Technical School, while Ave Technical and Vocational Training Institute will receive a 6-unit technical block with equipment.
Two 12-seater toilet blocks will also be constructed at Afife SHS.
The VRCC noted that tendering will be conducted under the National Competitive Tendering procedures in accordance with the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (Act 663) and its Amendment Act, 2016 (Act 914).
It explained that interested contractors may obtain tender documents from the VRCC Procurement Unit in Ho between September 10 and September 30, 2025, upon payment of a non-refundable fee of GH¢500 per lot.
The Council added that applicants must submit valid documents, including company registration, tax clearance, SSNIT and labour clearance certificates, as well as tender security equivalent to 2 percent of the bid price.
The VRCC emphasised that completed tenders must be submitted at the Council’s Conference Room in Ho by 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, after which bids will be opened in the presence of applicants or their representatives.
VRCC commended the Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu for his commitment and swift action in ensuring the projects commence.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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THE Accra Technical University (ATU) on Tuesday officially launched its Strategic Plan for 2026–2030 in Accra, aimed at driving innovation and strengthening institutional capacity across key operational areas.
Speaking at the launch, Mr Humphrey Awuletey Williams, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Oswal Investments Limited, explained that the strategic plan seeks to respond to emerging challenges while positioning the institution as a forward-thinking leader in development.
He urged the university’s leadership to leverage their expertise to train students to be innovative and produce competitive products for both African and international markets.
According to him, employers increasingly demand competence-based human capital beyond academic certificates to drive development.
Mr Williams commended the Governing Council, Academic Board, Management, and other stakeholders for developing what he described as a ‘formative tool,’ and encouraged them to ensure its full implementation.
The Vice Chancellor of ATU, Mr Amevi Acapkvovi, emphasised that the strategic plan focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and strengthening stakeholder engagement.
“The strategic plan is not just a document, but a commitment to excellence, accountability and progress,” he said, adding that inclusivity is also central to the institution’s operations.
He outlined seven key focus areas of the plan: industry-based education; digital transformation and modernised infrastructure; quality assurance and institutional excellence; industry-driven research, innovation and entrepreneurship; staff development, motivation and welfare; strategic partnerships and increased visibility; and sustainable and green technologies.
Prof. Ernest Abotsi, stressed that the plan must not ‘gather dust’ but should be actively implemented to achieve success.
“Currently, ATU is adopting measures to assess the cost of running the institution, and this plan will serve as a guide to promote the university at every level,” he said.
Stakeholders present lauded the initiative, noting that its clear framework and measurable targets would help track progress and ensure transparency in the institution’s operations.
The university expressed confidence that, with support from partners and staff, the plan would significantly contribute to national development and set a benchmark for excellence in the sector.
The ceremony brought together stakeholders from government, traditional leadership, academia, industry, and civil society.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
It was an exciting moment as hundreds of revellers from various parts of Accra trooped to the Independence Square beach in Osu to celebrate Easter.
Dressed in all kinds of beach costumes, parents were seen with their children having fun and enjoying the moment.
Others made the best of their outing by engaging in other fun activities.
The revellers engaged in games such as football, ampe, athletics while others just sat, relaxed to release stress amidst music provided by some revellers.
By Lizzy Okai
