The Government of Ghana has released more than GH\u00a2 51 million in grants to support young entrepreneurs as part of its \u201cYouStart\u201d initiative, a nationwide programme focused on reducing youth unemployment.<\/p>\n The grant distribution, covering all 16 regions, aims to provide young business owners with essential financial assistance and mentorship to help create jobs in their communities.<\/p>\n The announcement came during the \u201cBiggest Grant and Mentoring Expo\u201d organized by the Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA), where Chief of Staff Akosua Frema Osei-Opare symbolically presented a cheque to recipients.<\/p>\n Representing President Akufo-Addo, she encouraged beneficiaries to make the most of the grant to generate employment opportunities and stimulate local economic growth.<\/p>\n \u201cThis grant is a powerful tool in your hands, so use it well to benefit others,\u201d she urged.<\/p>\n Madam Osei-Opare highlighted the government\u2019s focus on youth empowerment through \u201cYouStart\u201d as part of its broader agenda to alleviate poverty and boost job creation.<\/p>\n Trade Minister Kobina Tahir Hammond and GEA CEO Kosi Yankey-Ayeh echoed the government\u2019s dedication to empowering young entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n Supported by the World Bank and Ghana\u2019s National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Plan (NEIP), the \u201cYouStart\u201d initiative remains central to Ghana\u2019s economic development strategy, reinforcing the government\u2019s commitment to fostering sustainable business growth and entrepreneurship.<\/p>\n Watch the latest edition of BizTech below:<\/b><\/p>\n![\"Chief](\"https:\/\/cdn.ghanaweb.com\/imagelib\/pics\/831\/83127595.295.jpg\" "\\"Chief")
Chief of Staff, Akosua Frema Osei-Opare<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n