Empowering Ghana's Craftspeople Since 2012

Connecting skilled artisans across all disciplines - from masons and carpenters to electricians and welders - with modern training, job opportunities, and sustainable livelihoods.

4 Regions Served
12+ Years Experience
10+ Trade Disciplines
Ghanaian Artisans at Work

About Artisans Association of Ghana

Incorporated November 27, 2012 - Serving craftspeople across all disciplines

Who We Are

Artisans Association of Ghana (AAG) is an association of craftspeople across all disciplines, including masons, carpenters, electricians, welders, plumbers, glass and metal fabricators, steel benders, auto mechanics, and plaster of Paris (POP) designers.

AAG was incorporated under the Registrar General Department of Ghana on November 27, 2012. Currently, we serve the Greater Accra, Western, Volta and Ashanti regions with plans of expanding nationwide.

Our Philosophy

"We believe that every individual is unique and endowed with potential that needs to be unearthed."

Our Mission

  • Identify projects with economic potential that can generate employment for as many artisans as possible
  • Upgrade artisans with modern technologies and expose them to the job market
  • Train and build interest in disadvantaged youth to become artisans
  • Collaborate with organizations locally and internationally to source funds for youth business startups
  • Empower youth to setup their businesses through strategic partnerships
Skills Training Workshop

Our Partners

NVTI COTVET CITY & GUILDS GREDA ABCECG ASROC

Our Trade Disciplines

Serving craftspeople across multiple specialized fields

Masonry

Masonry

Professional masons skilled in construction and building techniques

Carpentry

Carpentry

Expert carpenters for woodworking and construction projects

Electrical

Electrical Work

Certified electricians for residential and commercial projects

Welding

Welding

Skilled welders for metal fabrication and construction

Plumbing

Plumbing

Professional plumbers for installation and maintenance

Metal Fabrication

Metal & Glass Fabrication

Specialists in metal and glass fabrication work

Steel Bending

Steel Bending

Expert steel benders for construction reinforcement

Auto Mechanics

Auto Mechanics

Qualified mechanics for vehicle repair and maintenance

POP Design

POP Design

Plaster of Paris designers for decorative finishes

Our Services

Comprehensive support for artisans at every stage of their career

Skills Training

Modern Skills Training

Upgrade artisans with modern technologies and expose them to current job market demands. Our specialized programs increase productivity and improve safety standards.

Job Placement

Job Placement Service

Professional job placement service that matches trained master craftspeople to available jobs across Ghana and beyond.

Supervisory Training

Supervisory Programs

Specialized skills programs for supervisors and engineers that increase on-site productivity, reduce waste, and improve coordination.

Youth Development

Youth Development

Train and build interest in disadvantaged youth to become skilled artisans with sustainable career paths.

Certification

Professional Certification

Work with CITY & GUILDS, COTVET, and NVTI to provide internationally recognized certifications for our members.

Insurance Services

Insurance & Welfare

Connect members to services such as SSINT and Accident Insurance Policies for comprehensive protection.

Our Programs

Specialized initiatives for artisan development and empowerment

Modern Technology Integration

Upgrading traditional artisans with modern technologies and tools to meet current industry standards and improve work efficiency.

Youth Artisan Development

Comprehensive program to train disadvantaged youth and build their interest in becoming skilled artisans with sustainable career opportunities.

Business Startup Support

Collaborate with local and international organizations to source funding and support for youth to start their own artisan businesses.

Safety & Productivity Enhancement

Specialized programs that have proven to increase on-site productivity levels, reduce waste, and improve safety standards across all trades.

Regional Coverage

Currently serving four regions with nationwide expansion plans

Greater Accra Region

Our headquarters and primary service area

Western Region

Serving the industrial and mining communities

Volta Region

Supporting artisans in the eastern corridor

Ashanti Region

Covering the central commercial hub

Nationwide Expansion: We are actively working to expand our services to all regions of Ghana to serve more artisans across the country.

Join Our Association

Become part of Ghana's premier artisan community

Membership Benefits

  • Access to modern skills training programs
  • Professional job placement services
  • International certification opportunities (CITY & GUILDS)
  • Insurance and accident coverage (SSINT)
  • Business development and startup support
  • Networking with fellow artisans
  • Access to modern tools and technologies
  • Supervisory and leadership training
  • Partnership opportunities with major organizations
  • Legal and advocacy support

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Contact Us

Get in touch with our team

Head Office - Greater Accra

Artisans Association of Ghana
Accra, Ghana

Phone

+233 (0) 302 123 456
+233 (0) 244 567 890

Email

info@artisansghana.org
membership@artisansghana.org
jobs@artisansghana.org

Office Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Regional Offices

Western Region: Takoradi
Volta Region: Ho
Ashanti Region: Kumasi