{
  "id": 7557484,
  "title": "Opare Addo says youth programmes are preparing Ghanaians for global opportunities",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/opare-addo-says-youth-programmes-are-preparing-ghanaians-for-global",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-15T13:10:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/opare-addo-says-youth-programmes-are-preparing-ghanaians-for-global-opportunities/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ghana's Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, has stated that his government is investing in youth programs to equip young people for success in a rapidly changing global landscape. Mr. Addo emphasized that these programs are aimed at building sustainable livelihoods and enabling young Ghanaians to compete effectively in the international market.\n\nHe highlighted several key initiatives, including the National Apprenticeship Programme, Adwumawura Programme, S.E.E.D Programme, and One Million Coders Programme, as examples of the government's commitment to empowering its youth. These initiatives, according to Mr. Addo, showcase Ghana's dedication to fostering skills, resilience, and innovation among its youth.\n\nMr. Opare Addo explained that these programs are designed to prepare young people for the challenges and opportunities presented by a constantly evolving global environment. By providing them with essential skills and resilience, the government aims to ensure that young Ghanaians can confidently participate in the global market and contribute meaningfully to national progress and the international community.",
  "summary": "Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, says Ghana is investing in skills, resilience and innovation to prepare its young people for opportunities in an increasingly changing global environment.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Starr FM",
        "title": "Opare Addo showcases Ghana’s youth empowerment programmes in Russia",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/opare-addo-showcases-ghanas-youth-empowerment-programmes-in-russia-7566971",
        "published": "2026-09-15T10:03:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "Opare Addo showcases Ghana’s youth empowerment programmes in Russia",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/opare-addo-showcases-ghanas-youth-empowerment-programmes-in-russia",
        "published": "2026-09-15T14:05:26.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}