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Ghana urges global leaders to establish urban resilience fund at ECOSOC Youth Forum
Ghana’s Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has called on global leaders to take decisive actions in addressing urban challenges and climate change at the ECOSOC Youth Forum in New York. Highlighting Ghana’s rapid urbanization rate, Hon Mustapha Ussif stressed the urgency of adopting innovative solutions to combat pollution and emissions. He emphasized Ghana’s […]
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Laws must be enforced to win fight against waste – Green Diversity Foundation
Green Diversity Foundation, a non-governmental organisation committed to the preservation of the environment, has marked this year’s World Zero Waste Day under the theme Partnership for Sustainable Production and Consumption. The event saw school children from the Pinoko Educational Complex in attendance. The students were taken through the basic rudiments of keeping the environment clean […]
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Exploration fund to serve as financial catalyst -Steven Ackah
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY Dr. Steven Blessing Ackah, Executive Director of Ghana Gold Expo, has called for the establishment of exploration fund in Africa, particularly Ghana, to serve as a financial catalyst, enabling local individuals and entities to actively participate in exploration activities. He said the Exploration Fund should be accompanied by a strong commitment […]
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Mahama’s 24-hour economy policy will tackle unemployment – Fifi Kwetey
The National Democratic Congress General Secretary, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, says the 24-hour economy proposal being championed by his party’s flagbearer, John Mahama, is a transformative initiative that aims to address Ghana’s increasing unemployment crisis and reshape its economic landscape. His statement follows the surge in Ghana’s unemployment rate, especially among the youth, citing statistics from […]
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Editorial
Editorial: Leveraging technology and digitalisation to combat unemployment
In a period of unprecedented technological advancement, harnessing the power of technology and digitalisation presents a promising solution to one of the most pressing challenges facing economies worldwide: unemployment. Ghana, like many other nations, grapples with the scourge of joblessness, but amidst the gloom, there shines a beacon of hope – the rapidly growing FinTech […]
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Greek Cup: Baba Rahman regains consciousness after collapse during game
Ghanaian and PAOK left-back, Abdul Baba Rahman, has regained consciousness after collapsing during a Greek Cup game against Panathinaikos. The unfortunate incident occurred in the 115th minute of the semi-final clash, when a Panathinaikos player collided with the head of the 29-year-old. Swift medical attention was given to prevent a disastrous end. The player was […]
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Greek Cup: Baba Rahman regains consciousness after collapsing during game
Ghanaian and PAOK left-back, Abdul Baba Rahman, has regained consciousness after collapsing during a Greek Cup game against Panathinaikos. The unfortunate incident occurred in the 115th minute of the semi-final clash, when a Panathinaikos player collided with the head of the 29-year-old. Swift medical attention was given to prevent a disastrous end. The player was […]
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Business
Ghana’s unemployment rate hits 14.7 percent
The average rate of unemployment in the country has risen to 14.7 percent in the first three quarters of 2023. The number of unemployed youth aged between 15 and 35 rose from about 1.2 million to over 1.3 million during the same period with the rate among females consistently higher than males. This is according to […]
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Average unemployment rate in Ghana increases to 14.7% – Statistical Service
The average rate of unemployment in the country has risen to 14.7 percent in the first three quarters of 2023. The number of unemployed youth aged between 15 and 35 rose from about 1.2 million to over 1.3 million during the same period with the rate among females consistently higher than males. This is according to […]
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Struggles of unemployed graduates
Despite getting a degree, many young people are still finding it difficult to get a job. As the jobless rate among Ghana's youth soars, some graduates are accepting lower-paying jobs in the informal sector to sustain themselves whilst they continue the journey of hunting for their dream jobs. Others have also opted to make their […]
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Strategies to ‘monetize’ your hobby to survive unemployment
Nestled within the captivating landscapes of Ghana is a harrowing narrative that deeply resonates with countless young individuals— the hustle to survive unemployment. As freshly graduated students step out of the corridors of academia, they are rudely confronted by the stark realities of the competitive job market. The transition from the realm of hopeful aspirations […]
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There’s nothing to worry about BEAP funding – Deputy YEA boss assures
The Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), Alhaji Ibrahim Bashiru, has assured the public that the government has allocated a substantial sum of GH¢120 million to ensure the successful implementation of the Business and Employment Assistance Programme (BEAP). Speaking at a press conference held at the Upper East Regional Coordinating Council, […]
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BEAP will address Ghana’s unemployment challenges – YEA CEO
The CEO of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), Kofi Baah Agyepong, has stated that the Business and Employment Assistance Programme (BEAP) will help reduce Ghana’s unemployment rate by providing a lifeline for countless young individuals striving to carve out a promising future. According to him, the initiative seeks to address the financial strains faced by […]
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60% of Ghana’s youth demand job creation in 2024 election priorities
Some Stakeholders have urged political party leaders to leverage the Youth Manifesto in drafting their manifestoes for the 2024 general elections. A staggering 60% of young people surveyed want the next government to focus on creating jobs, a dramatic shift from the 2020 Youth Manifesto where employment only ranked second. Education and access to loans […]
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Lithium lease: Review laws on mining green minerals in Ghana – NDC to govt
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has urged the government to urgently review the laws and policies on mining in the country, especially regarding green minerals. This call comes in the wake of the government’s lithium lease agreement with Barari DV, which has faced significant criticism from the public. Green minerals are crucial for the development […]
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