The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has called for urgent economic transformation and diversification to address Ghana’s rising youth unemployment.
Speaking at the Kwahu Business Forum on Friday, March 3, 2026, he stressed that young people need real opportunities, not just motivation.
“Ghana is a youthful nation, and the demand for meaningful employment is pressing. Our young people do not merely need inspiration — they need real pathways to work, productivity, ownership, and dignity,” he declared.
He also identified manufacturing as key to tackling unemployment and driving growth.
“Manufacturing creates these opportunities at scale. It generates jobs not only within factories, but across the entire value chain, from agriculture and logistics to packaging, engineering, maintenance, marketing, technology, warehousing, finance, and distribution. In essence, industrial growth multiplies opportunities far beyond a single production line.
“It also bolsters exports, strengthens local supply chains, enhances foreign exchange resilience, and expands GDP through genuine value addition rather than reliance on raw commodity exports. If we desire a larger, more stable, and more inclusive economy, then manufacturing must occupy the centre of our national growth strategy.”
The forum, which attracted over 1,000 participants, aims to promote investment partnerships and business growth.
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