Key participants were scientists, researchers, and policy stakeholders from the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Akenten Appiah Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), Ministry of Food and Agriculture Crops Directorate, and the Animal Production Division of MOFA. Ghana Boosts Climate-Smart Agriculture Capacity Through National Training on Super Pollutants Share this article: 📲 WhatsApp | 📘 Facebook | 🐦 Twitter | 💼 LinkedIn | ✉️ Email Fumesua, Ashanti Region — July 2025 In a decisive step toward climate-resilient agriculture, the Agroecology and Circular Economy for Ecosystem Services (ACE4ES) Consortium, in partnership with the Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice – CGIAR), has successfully held a national training workshop focused on the measurement of Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs) and agricultural greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The...
A group picture of participants in the KIC women's empowerment program at Ejura Agricultural College.
Introduction
The KIC Women’s Bootcamp recently made a vital stop at Ejura Agricultural College, where the spirit of empowerment and skill-building came alive. A total of 75 women participated in this life-changing program designed to provide them with practical, income-generating skills, all at no cost to the trainees.
Dr. Benjamin Aboagye Danso, a passionate educator, researcher, agripreneur, and a Lecturer at AAMUSTED-Mampong, leading the KIC women's empowerment program
Skills
Training
During the bootcamp, participants were trained in a wide range of skills, including:
Cake
making
Bar
soap and liquid soap production
After-wash
(fabric softener) preparation
Cookie
baking
Yogurt
production
Some random pictures from the KIC Women's empowerment program at Ejura Agricultural College
Partnerships
that Made it Possible
Thanks to the partnership between the Kosmos Innovation Center (KIC) and the Mastercard Foundation, these women gained not only knowledge but also confidence to turn their skills into entrepreneurial opportunities.
Impact
on Women and Communities
For many, this marks the beginning of a journey towards financial independence and community impact. This initiative is a shining example of how collaboration and investment in women can transform lives and communities. By equipping women with hands-on skills, the program not only empowers individuals but also creates ripple effects of development across households and societies.
Future Plans
As the program continues to touch lives, they remain hopeful that more women will benefit from such opportunities. Indeed, when women are empowered, entire communities thrive.
📌Written by Emmanuel Appiah, an agricultural researcher passionate about crop diversity and food security in Ghana.
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