Following the successful AyaSol Grow sensitization outreach that introduced electricians to emerging opportunities in Ghana’s renewable energy sector, the initiative has taken its next major step: the selection and orientation of beneficiaries for the training programme.
The sensitization phase generated strong interest among electricians, highlighting the growing demand for skilled solar professionals and the need for structured pathways into the clean energy market. Building on this momentum, Swisscontact, in collaboration with Don Bosco Technical Training Institute and CEWPAG, moved into a competitive selection process to identify candidates with the right motivation, basic technical background, and commitment to complete the programme.
Applications received after the outreach reflected both enthusiasm and the increasing recognition of solar energy as a viable career pathway. Candidates were assessed based on predefined criteria, including prior electrical experience, interest in renewable energy, and availability to fully participate in the training.
From this pool, a cohort of seventeen (17) electricians were carefully selected to benefit from the AyaSol Grow programme. The selection process ensured inclusivity while maintaining quality, with the goal of preparing participants to meet industry standards and respond to the growing demand for solar installation and maintenance services across Ghana.
Selected candidates were subsequently welcomed to Don Bosco Technical Training Institute for an orientation program designed to officially onboard them into AyaSol Grow. The session introduced participants to the structure of the training, learning expectations, timelines, and available support mechanisms.
Facilitators from Swisscontact and Don Bosco provided an overview of the curriculum, emphasizing both theoretical foundations and hands-on practical training. Participants were also briefed on scholarship arrangements, assessment methods, and the professional standards expected throughout the program.
Beyond logistics, the orientation served as a motivational moment, reinforcing the role participants are expected to play in Ghana’s energy transition and the broader push toward clean, reliable, and sustainable power solutions.
The orientation marked a clear transition from awareness to action. For many participants, it was the first formal step into specialized solar training, equipping them with clarity, confidence, and a sense of purpose as they prepare to begin the program.
As AyaSol Grow progresses into the training phase, the initiative continues to demonstrate how targeted skills development can unlock economic opportunities for electricians while strengthening Ghana’s renewable energy ecosystem.