‘Let’s Adopt Innovative Approaches To Job Creation’

Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah, the Member of Parliament for Takoradi, has advocated for innovative approaches to job creation, particularly focusing on the role of technology. He pointed out that relying solely on government employment would not suffice to accommodate the growing number of job seekers, hence the need to bolster private-sector involvement and establish alternative pathways to sustainable livelihoods.

He referenced the success of nations like Japan and Singapore, emphasizing the significance of innovation in national development.

Darko-Mensah, who was speaking at the Third Ordinary Sitting of the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly, urged Ghanaians to invest in innovation and create an ecosystem where young people could actively contribute to the economy. He emphasized the necessity of youth-focused employment programs designed to equip young individuals with pertinent skills and link them to opportunities in the burgeoning, technology-driven industries.

He also announced the commencement of the Young People’s Smart Project, a venture aimed at gathering insights from the youth and discovering methods to convert these ideas into employment opportunities and personal growth within his constituency. He called for backing of initiatives that would enable young people to harness their talents, apply their knowledge, and actively participate in the country’s development.

On the subject of sanitation, Darko-Mensah appealed to the Assembly to allocate sufficient funding and resources to enable its members to conduct weekly sanitation activities in their respective electoral areas. He argued that such assistance would enhance community involvement in sanitation management and facilitate the maintenance of clean environments across the metropolis.

He firmly stressed that sanitation management should be an ongoing process rather than a sporadic endeavor, which necessitates consistent investment, community participation, and effective oversight.

Furthermore, Darko-Mensah advocated for the direct election of Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), contending that it would grant citizens a direct voice in selecting their local government leaders. He believed this move could strengthen public participation in local governance and heighten accountability for development outcomes.