Accra Technical University (ATU), in collaboration with Silvadew Technologies, has launched a digital skills initiative to give students access to professional training and industry-recognised certifications alongside their academic studies.
The initiative was launched on Thursday, 3 September 2026, at the University’s Lecture Theatre Auditorium, bringing together students, University officials and industry experts.
Through the programme, students will have access to short courses and professional certification opportunities in digital and emerging technology areas. The initiative also seeks to help students build practical and entrepreneurial skills that can prepare them for employment and other opportunities within the digital economy.
Speaking at the opening of the programme the Head of the Department of Computer Science, Dr. Joseph Dadzie, encouraged students to take advantage of the certification programmes available to them. He thanked Silvadew Technologies for supporting the University’s efforts to expose students to professional training and opportunities within the technology industry.
The Dean of the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Prof. Nana Yaw Asabere, said the initiative supports Pillar 4 of ATU’s Strategic Plan, which focuses on strengthening collaboration between the University and industry. He explained that the programme will make digital training and certification more accessible and affordable to students. He also encouraged them to develop ICT and entrepreneurial skills that can help them create opportunities for themselves after graduation.
Launching the initiative, the Vice-Chancellor of ATU, Prof. Engr. Amevi Acakpovi, encouraged students to complement their academic qualifications with professional and entrepreneurial skills. He said that changes in technology and the workplace require graduates to continually develop new skills. He urged students to make good use of the short courses and certification opportunities available through the initiative, particularly those covering emerging technologies.
The Chief Executive Officer of Silvadew Technologies, Mr. Kwame Ampong, gave students a practical demonstration of the Silvadew online learning platform. He took participants through how to access the platform, select training programmes and track their learning progress. He explained that students can follow individual learning pathways at their own pace, while the platform also provides corporate training programmes based on industry needs.
The launch follows a Memorandum of Understanding signed between ATU and Silvadew Technologies on 20 July 2026. Under the agreement, Silvadew is working with the University to provide students with short professional courses, practical digital training and internationally recognised certifications to support their career development.