At the core of our mission to empower young people is the simple truth that real impact must be felt in lives and communities. On Monday, 8th June, we completed a diagnostic review of our youth employment programmes. The findings are clear; while thousands of young Ghanaians are receiving training, we must do more to ensure those skills translate into real jobs. That changes now. We are setting stronger job creation targets, introducing better tracking systems, and enforcing tighter accountability — so that every cedi invested in your future delivers results. To every young person in NAP, Adwumawura, any YEA module or any of our other interventions, we see you, we hear you, and we are committed to opening real doors of opportunity for you. Stay tuned for more updates as we roll out these changes. #YouthPower #JobsForYoungPeople

While in the Savannah Region last week, I took the opportunity to meet with Constituency Youth Organizers and Other Youth Reps to discuss issues within the party. This forms part of our ongoing interactions with our Regional Youth Wings. Once again, I assured them of the party and government's commitment to their well-being and development. As a party, we may not always get it right, but I assure you that as long as I remain your National Youth Organizer, the party will remain faithful to you. #YouthPower

Eid ul-Adha Mubarak! May this day of sacrifice and devotion bring peace, blessings, and unity to our families, communities, and nation.

At the Savannah Region Town Hall Meeting of the Resetting Ghana Tour, I highlighted some of the initiatives the John Mahama-led administration is taking to empower Ghana’s youth through practical action, not just promises. From the National Apprenticeship Programme, which is equipping 500,000 young people with hands-on skills, transport support, certifications, and startup toolkits, to the Adwumawura Programme, which is investing GH₵100 million annually to support 10,000 youth-led businesses, government is laying a strong foundation for sustainable youth empowerment. With improved monitoring and mentorship through the National Youth Authority (NYA), National Entrepreneurship & Innovation Programme (NEIP), and other stakeholders, we are building systems that create opportunities, support innovation, and secure Ghana’s youth's economic future. #YouthPower #JobsForYoungPeople

Last night I delivered the keynote at the 3rd African Energy Technology Centre Conference Gala Dinner & Awards Night, a leading forum on energy, innovation, and policy. My address, themed "Fuelling the Future: Skills Mobility and Next‑Gen Innovation in the Pan‑African Energy Sector," stressed the urgent need for talent development and cross‑border skills mobility to accelerate Africa’s energy transition and to scale local innovations across the region. It was an honour to share the stage with so many leaders and changemakers shaping the continent’s energy future. #YouthPower #JobsForYoungPeople

On Wednesday, May 13th, I joined the For The Future (FTF) Organization for the FTF Impact Summit: Change Makers Dialogues as a speaker at the Swiss Ambassador’s residence in Ghana. Since 2016, FTF has been committed to transforming the lives of vulnerable children and young people by providing access to education, health support, life skills, and opportunities that empower them to thrive and become high achievers for life. On the occasion of their 10th anniversary, I congratulated the organization for its remarkable impact and encouraged more young people to get involved in driving change and shaping a brighter future. #YouthPower

The opening ceremony of the Youth Diplomacy Institute Model African Union (MAU) Conference took place yesterday at the Foreign Service Institute. In my keynote address on the theme "Youth in Diplomacy: Shaping Africa’s Future Through Policy and Leadership," I emphasized the transformative power of collective action. I expressed my belief that Africa’s immense potential can be realized through the implementation of strong policies and effective leadership. Central to this vision is the active and immediate involvement of young people, noting that our future relies not just on the promises of tomorrow, but on the leadership we demonstrate today. #YouthPower

This week, we received the leadership of Maphlix Trust Ghana Ltd., operators of the Dawhenya Youth Agricultural Training Center, at the Ministry. Their visit followed our team's earlier engagement at their facilities, where we observed their ongoing initiatives firsthand and assessed areas where government support could meaningfully accelerate their work. The meeting, attended by Heads of Agencies and Directors of the Ministry, centered on exploring concrete pathways to expand opportunities for young people in agriculture. Both sides expressed a strong commitment to deepening this partnership, and next steps are being outlined to ensure the Ministry's support translates into tangible impact for the youth beneficiaries of the Center. We remain dedicated to building the kind of public-private collaborations that empower Ghana's young people and strengthen the agricultural sector. #YouthPower #JobsForYoungPeople

Happy Mother's Day! Celebrating the heart and strength of every mother today.

On Wednesday, May 6th, together with officials and representatives from the @mydeghana, National Service Authority, and the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme-NEIP we visited the Dawhenya Youth Agricultural Training Facilities to learn more about what they have been working on. The project already has existing initiatives with the NSA and NEIP. The visit allowed us to see the progress on various initiatives and explore how we can help the project expand and support more young people. #YouthPower #JobsForYoungPeople

Highlights from the launch of the SEED Programme by the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) on April 30, 2026. SEED is a bold initiative led by His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama, aimed at empowering tertiary students and recent graduates to become business owners and job creators. We are grateful to our esteemed Vice President, HE Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang for joining us for this historic event. #YouthPower #JobsForYoungPeople

Happy Workers’ Day to our incredible workers, especially our lively young men and women. You're the driving force behind our growing economy. Thank you for working hard to reset Ghana! #YouthPower

Last week, I had the honor of hosting members of the Civil Service Council at the Ministry of Youth Development & Empowerment. This visit was historic, as it was the first time the Council has visited our Ministry since its establishment. During their visit, I walked the Council through our mandate, key initiatives, and the challenges we continue to face. I also took the opportunity to strongly advocate for improved working conditions for our dedicated staff, whose invaluable contributions are central to our mission of empowering the youth of this nation. #YouthPower

On Thursday, 23 April, I convened a meeting of our sector working group at the @mydeghana to review progress on aligning national youth policies with current implementation strategies. The meeting also examined existing gaps in funding and technical support for our flagship initiatives and explored measures to address them effectively. On behalf of Government, I extend my sincere appreciation to our development partners, civil society organisations, and youth representatives for their valuable contributions and constructive engagement. #YouthPower

While in the Ahafo Region over the weekend, we joined the Regional Youth Wing for its Youth & TEIN Conference. It was truly an inspiring experience as speaker after speaker encouraged motivated participants. The Youth of the National Democratic Congress will continue to rise and mobilize for victory! TEIN will continue to lead our charge on various tertiary campuses! Together we remain strong and formidable! #YouthPower

It was a joy to return to the Ahafo Region and engage with our Youth Organizers as part of our ongoing outreach with Regional Youth Wings across the country. Once again, I assured our Constituency Youth Organizers of the government's and the party's strong commitment to their well-being and development. I emphasized the importance of remaining dedicated to His Excellency John Dramani Mahama's agenda to reset Ghana and improve the lives of our people! #YouthPower

Last week at the 2026 ECOSOC Youth Forum, I met with my Barbados counterpart to advance a shared vision on youth empowerment and collaboration. Rooted in our historic ties, Ghana and Barbados remain committed to building a sustainable future for our youth. #YouthPower