Karpowership Ghana has engaged female engineering students at the University of Ghana in a targeted mentorship and skills development programme aimed at increasing women’s participation in the energy sector. The initiative, held to mark International Women’s Day 2026, brought together industry experts and students for practical learning and career guidance.
Organised in partnership with the University’s School of Engineering Sciences, the event focused on equipping young women with the confidence, technical insight, and industry exposure needed to succeed in engineering. Held under the theme “Empowering Women, Powering Lives,” the programme aligned with the global campaign theme, “Give to Gain.”
Delivering the keynote address, energy expert Ing. Harriette Amissah-Arthur encouraged participants to pursue excellence with resilience and continuous learning. She highlighted the persistent underrepresentation of women in engineering and stressed the importance of building competence and professional networks to overcome barriers.
The event featured panel discussions, mentorship sessions, and training in personal branding and financial literacy, providing students with practical tools to navigate their careers. Participants were also encouraged to develop complementary skills such as communication and strategic thinking.
Stakeholders, including the Dean of the School of Engineering Sciences, Prof. Elsie Effah Kaufmann, and MP John Dumelo, commended the initiative, noting its role in strengthening industry-academia collaboration and inspiring more women to pursue engineering careers.
Karpowership Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to gender inclusion through scholarships, mentorship programmes, and its all-female internship initiative, aimed at building a more diverse and future-ready energy workforce.
Source: Business & Financial Times (BFT Online)
