Programs

The Nkabom Collaborative is rooted in the co-creation of innovative programs that equip youth with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving agrifood and nutrition sector.

By fostering experiential learning, entrepreneurship, and cross-cultural collaboration, we empower the next generation of leaders to drive sustainable and inclusive change in their communities and beyond.

KTU nkabom short course

Short Course in Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for Vegetable Farmers

Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) short course is designed to equip young farmers with practical knowledge in to grow better, produce safer, and build consumer confidence. This course provides hands-on field training to help vegetable farmers strengthen their approach to food safety, pest and pesticide management, consumer awareness, and responsible crop production. Information for Prospective Participants […]

Food safety at KNUST

Short Course in Food Hygiene and Sanitation

This course is designed to equip participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to ensure food safety, improve service quality, and enhance employability in the food and hospitality sectors. Target Audience: Food Vendors & Caterers, Hospitality & Food Service Staff, Aspiring Food Entrepreneurs, Food Handlers in School Feeding Programs, Restaurants, Hotels & Small Food Processing […]

Rural Micro-Enterprise Skills (RUMES) Training

About the Program RUMES is an annual training programme that empowers youth, women and persons with disabilities to establish sustainable micro-enterprises in agrifood systems through practical training in entrepreneurship, business planning, value addition, financial literacy and market development. Information for Prospective Participants Announcements are made through UESD and Nkabom communication channels. Youth aged 18–35 are […]

Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management (ESTART)

About the Program ESTART is an annual competency-based entrepreneurship certificate programme designed for youth involved in agrifood value chains. Participants receive intensive training in business planning, financial management, marketing, record keeping, pricing, customer relations and enterprise development. The programme enables youth to establish and manage profitable agribusinesses. Information for Prospective Participants Announcements are made through […]

Practical Compost Production from Agro-Waste

About the Program Participants are trained to convert agricultural waste into quality organic compost using environmentally sustainable technologies that support climate-smart agriculture and soil fertility improvement. Information for Prospective Participants Open to farmers, youth and SMEs.

Fish Processing Technology

About the Program Participants acquire practical skills in hygienic fish processing, value addition, preservation, packaging, quality assurance and marketing to improve profitability within the fisheries value chain. Information for Prospective Participants Open to youth and SMEs engaged in fisheries.

First Nkabom Collaborative Networking Day

About the Program This event brought together 7 Nkabom Collaborative partner institutions with a shared vision: advancing entrepreneurial innovation and sustainable development across Ghana’s higher education landscape. Information for Prospective Participants nkabom@uhas.edu.gh

AI and Cybersecurity Seminar

About the Program Equipping educators with essential skills for secure digital classrooms and ethical AI use. Information for Prospective Participants   nkabom@uhas.edu.gh

AI and Cybersecurity Webinar Part II

About the Program This initiative is about building a safe, informed and accountable digital space.  Information for Prospective Participants nkabom@uhas.edu.gh

Short-term training for Faculty and Graduate Research Trainees at McGill University, Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (FAES)

About the Program Participants will be trained on post-harvest food technology, food and agricultural by-products valorization, food packaging, new food product development, food analysis and quality assurance, food safety and toxicology, public health nutrition, and Agricfood sustainability and digital tools development  Information for Prospective Participants nkabom@uhas.edu.gh

Market Access, Digital Marketing and Sales

About the Program The program equipped participants with practical skills in business growth, customer engagement, branding, digital promotion, and sales strategy. Participants also explored ways to improve market visibility and expand customer access through digital platforms. Information for Prospective Participants nkabom@uhas.edu.gh