George Opare Addo engages French Ambassador on youth development partnership
Mr Opare Addo said government remained committed to building partnerships that have a practical impact on the lives of young people and contribute to sustainable national development.
Ghana's government is striving to create a stronger connection between skills training for young people and job opportunities, with a focus on helping them transition from training to careers, sustainable incomes, and long-term employment. Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment Secretary George Opare Addo emphasized this approach is critical due to Ghana's young population, which is made up of over 70% aged 35 and below.
During the Pan-African AI & Innovation Summit 2026 in Accra, Mr. Opare Addo delivered a keynote speech about government efforts to bridge the gap between skills training and employment, entrepreneurship, and financial opportunities. He highlighted the National Youth Tracker Platform and YouthXplore App, both of which utilize data and artificial intelligence to link young people to jobs, apprenticeships, mentorships, and capital.
The Minister showcased the One Million Coders Programme and the Adwumawura Programme, which he said are being aligned with sectors that offer substantial opportunities for young people, including agricultural businesses, manufacturing, digital services, and artificial intelligence. His goal is to ensure that government investment in youth development results in tangible economic opportunities, enabling young people to earn incomes, launch businesses, and build sustainable careers.
Mr. Opare Addo urged the private sector to collaborate more closely to ensure that training programs directly address labor market needs. He stressed that industry should take a more prominent role in designing curricula and establishing employment pipelines based on real market demands. The government's strategy, according to the Minister, aims to move youth development beyond mere training into a comprehensive system that incorporates skills, finance, mentorship, and employment.
This initiative is part of broader efforts to utilize Ghana's youthful population as a force for economic growth and to position young people to lead the country's digital and industrial transformation.
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