Government says it is on track to reduce the rate of youth unemployment in the country.
Speaking at the Heads of States Award Scheme, President John Mahama stated that various youth empowerment and skills development schemes had been put in place to reduce Ghana’s unemployment rate.
The President revealed that government through its various youth empowerment and skills development schemes has managed to create employment for over 200,000 youth nationwide since it assumed office in 2009.
The successes chalked by government, according to him, signifies government’s commitment to youth development.
He also revealed that government’s support to fund the youth enterprise will provide access to business financing.
“ For young people who wish to engage in entrepreneurship, this fund will provide seed capital to address funding frustrations.
“It is also aimed at easing the burden of job seekers and first time young business men and women,” the President stated.
According to him, government believes that investing in young people is the best investment the country can make.
“This is why government has continued to support the Heads awards scheme as well as other programmes aimed at awarding young people,” the President added.
By: Marian Efe Ansah/citifmonline.com/Ghana