NATIONAL NEWS
MONROVIA – The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has donated a set of digital equipment to the Agricultural Industrial Training Bureau (AITB) to strengthen the institution and enhance Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) mapping across Liberia.
The items include two laptops, ten tablets with protective covers, and a one-terabyte external hard drive. The equipment is expected to boost AITB’s capacity to collect, manage, and analyze data—an essential component for effective skills mapping and workforce planning nationwide.
By: Sampson W Weah sampsonwweah7@gmail.com
Officials say the support aligns with ongoing efforts to address Liberia’s skills gap, particularly in the agriculture and agribusiness sectors where demand for trained workers continues to grow.
The Agricultural Industrial Training Bureau plays a key role in Liberia’s TVET system, especially within the agricultural sector. The institution focuses on providing practical training that equips young people and rural residents with skills for employment and self-reliance.
Its programs cover areas such as crop production, agro-processing, farm mechanization, and agribusiness. The Bureau also identifies labor market gaps and adjusts its training programs to meet evolving demands.
In addition, AITB certifies trainees to ensure they meet required standards, making them better prepared for employment or entrepreneurship.
Through collaboration with government institutions, development partners, and the private sector, the Bureau contributes to building a skilled workforce that supports food production and economic growth.
A key component of AITB’s work involves data collection and analysis within the TVET sector. By mapping skills across different regions, the institution provides critical information to help policymakers plan and allocate resources more effectively.
The newly donated equipment from FAO is expected to enhance this process by improving the speed and accuracy of data collection and management.
As Liberia continues to prioritize workforce development, institutions like AITB remain vital in linking skills training to employment opportunities. Strengthening such institutions is seen as a crucial step toward building a more skilled and productive population.
FAO has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting innovation, strengthening systems, and promoting inclusive growth as Liberia works toward a more resilient future.
