Closing Ceremony – Skilled Workforce Project Cohort 2

Project Coordinator: Ngonge Meiva

Project Sponsor: GoGreen Technologies(GG TECH)

Project partner: Fexify, GG Tech Travels, TCF, FexifyStudios and Awejan

Resource Manager: Mapong Louise

Project Duration: 2 months

Date: September 6, 2025
Theme: “Skilled for the Future: Empowering Youth, Shaping Tomorrow”

Closing Ceremony – Skilled Workforce Project Cohort 2 Overview

The Closing Ceremony of the Skilled Workforce Project Cohort 2 marked the official end of a two-month journey (July 5 – September 8, 2025), where youths in Buea were equipped with market-driven skills in Software Development, Digital Marketing, and Project Management. The ceremony was both a celebration of achievement and a reflection of the program’s vision to reduce youth unemployment by empowering a generation of skilled professionals.

Report of the Closing Ceremony – Skilled Workforce Project Cohort 2

Highlights of the Ceremony

Arrival & Opening: Guests, partners, and stakeholders were welcomed at 12:00 PM. The event began at 1:00PM.

Opening & Executive Director’s Address:
He restated the project’s long-term goal of reducing youth unemployment in Buea by 3% within five years and gave a two-month rundown of activities, including typing practice, book reviews (No Excuses and Atomic Habits), African storytelling, hands-on projects with partners, and discipline-building through signed engagement forms and punctuality fines.

Keynote Speeches:

Mr. Lukong Christian, Coordinator of Global Health Systems Solutions (GHSS), shared his personal journey and encouraged participants to embrace resilience, hard work, and dedication in pursuing professional success.

Figure 1: Mr Lukong Christain addressing the youths

Mr. Fritz Karlson, CEO & Founder of Tangento, spoke on the importance of building a strong portfolio and positioning oneself for global opportunities, reminding youths that skills without visibility are underutilized.

Figure 2: Mr Fritz addressing the youths

African Stories Showcase:
Two participants demonstrated their public speaking skills by narrating African stories:

Anyizi Faith Nkwetta (Project Manager) spoke on The Agojie of Dahomey, drawing lessons on resilience and the power of women in leadership and service.

Figure 3: Image of Anyizi Faith Narrating the History of the Agojie

Ukemofa Greatness spoke on Thomas Sankara, drawing lessons on visionary leadership and integrity.

Figure 4: Image of Ukemofa Greatness narrative the story of Thomas Sankara

Accolades: Recognition was given to Project Manager Anyizi Faith Nkwetta and her assistant Kuchambi Nkwame Nkrumah, supported by Boya Bernadette, Enokenwa Annafalon, Mbei Promise, and other interns, for organizing and executing the ceremony successfully.

Partners’ Recognition: GG Tech acknowledged Awejan Brand, GG Tech Travels, Fexify, The Creative Family (TCF), and Fexify Studios for their mentorship, practical work opportunities, and project documentation.

Partners’ Recognition: Awejan Brand, GG Tech Travels, Fexify, The Creative Family (TCF), and FexifyStudios were appreciated for their critical roles in mentorship, practical training, and program documentation.

Networking & Closing: The event closed with celebration, photography, and opportunities for networking between trainees and partners.

Operational Insights Of The Closing Ceremony – Skilled Workforce Project Cohort 2

The ceremony boosted youth confidence by allowing them to showcase their skills publicly.
Guest involvement strengthened collaboration and highlighted shared responsibility for youth development.
Despite occasional power outages, adaptive planning ensured smooth proceedings.

Recommendations

Introduce live project demos or exhibitions during ceremonies to highlight practical outcomes.
Strengthen alumni involvement to share post-training experiences.
Explore hybrid formats (onsite + livestream) for wider reach.

Conclusion

The Cohort 2 Closing Ceremony was a celebration of transformation, where young people showcased not only technical knowledge but also discipline, confidence, and leadership. With inspiring messages from guest speakers, recognition of outstanding trainees, and visible results from hands-on projects, the event reaffirmed GoGreen Technologies’ mission of empowering youths and shaping tomorrow’s workforce.

Acknowledgments

We wish to express our sincere appreciation to our partners whose support and collaboration have been vital to the success of this project.
Special thanks to: