The Bus Driving Training for Kayayei, part of the Kayayei Empowerment Programme launched by Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, is scheduled to begin on Thursday, July 25, at Ayalolo’s training centers.
Earlier this year, Dr. Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), unveiled plans to equip head porters, known as “kayayei,” with driving skills during the launch of the Kayayei Empowerment Programme in Madina on Tuesday, May 21.
In his speech at the launch, Dr. Bawumia expressed his commitment to creating opportunities for marginalized groups in society, emphasizing the importance of providing practical skills that can lead to sustainable employment for the kayayei.
“In addition to the strides already made, I am thrilled to announce that discussions are ongoing with Metro mass and Ayalolo to teach them (kayayei) driving,” he stated.
With Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s innovative program, the training for the kayayei is set to start on Thursday, July 25, aiming to empower these individuals with valuable skills and improve their livelihoods.