7 h. ago Ekumfi distributors and retailers demand more umbrellas and tricycles to boost sales

The president of the association, popularly known in the trade as Abena Klint said the government’s intervention in this regard would help protect them from losing their trade with the potential to engage more youth in the trade, thereby creating sustainable jobs.

Politics

4 d. ago Apologise to Mahama if you know you made a ‘flimsy statement,’ Dr Amoah tells Abronye DC

Former Deputy Finance Minister, Dr. Stephen Amoah, has called on Kwame Baffoe, the Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), popularly known as Abronye DC, to apologise to President John Mahama if he acknowledges that his previous statements were incorrect.

Politics

5 d. ago Ghana Aims to Slash US$2 Billion Food Import Reliance with Sweeping Farm Overhaul

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghana-aims-to-slash-us2-billion-food-import-reliance-with-sweeping-farm-overhaul/President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled an aggressive agricultural revival plan targeting Ghana’s unsustainable $2 billion annual food import bill, pledging to redirect investments toward local production of staples like rice, poultry, and vegetables while creating jobs across farming regions. Announced during his February 27 State of the Nation Address, the Agriculture for Economic Transformation […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghana-aims-to-slash-us2-billion-food-import-reliance-with-sweeping-farm-overhaul/

Economics

5 d. ago Hire during tenure, not at the last hour – Ablakwa to political leaders

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has urged political leaders to prioritise job creation during their time in power to avoid creating fiscal burdens for their successors.

Politics

5 d. ago Create more jobs; stop terminating those you came to meet – Ntim Fordjour to Mahama

The Member of Parliament for Assin South, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has urged President John Dramani Mahama to prioritise job creation rather than terminating the appointments of individuals he inherited from the previous administration.

Politics

6 d. ago Assessing economy’s performance based on debts is intellectual dishonesty – Amin tells Mahama

The former Finance Minister, Mohammed Amin Adam has dismissed claims by President John Mahama that the Akufo-Addo administration left behind a massive debt, plunging the country into crisis.

Politics

8 d. ago Developments in aquaculture to provide more opportunities, jobs for youth – Fisheries Minister

The Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture Development and Member of Parliament for Shama, Emelia Arthur, has expressed optimism that developments in aquaculture will provide year-round fishing opportunities and create more jobs for the youth. She revealed that the Anomabo Fisheries College is nearing completion and will soon be operational to help reduce post-harvest losses in […]

Politics

8 d. ago Protect the independence of the Bank of Ghana – Mahama tells Governors

President John Mahama has urged the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Pandit Asiama, and his First Deputy Governor to uphold and protect the independence of the bank.

Politics

1 week ago Madina Job Center and NYA explore partnership to expand youth employment and skills training

In an effort to scale up impact and create more sustainable opportunities for young people, the Madina Job Center (MJC) is in discussions with the National Youth Authority (NYA) to establish a strategic partnership.

Events

1 week ago Labour minister backs revocation of appointments amid budget constraints

The Minister for Labour, Employment and Job Creation, Dr. Rashid Pelpuo, has expressed his support for the controversial directive to revoke recent government appointments, arguing that the country’s budget cannot sustain the growing wage bill, particularly amid ongoing negotiations for a new minimum wage.

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1 week ago ‘Jobs for Youth, Profit for SMEs’ programme launched to create 10m jobs by 2040

As part of efforts to reduce unemployment among the youth and boost job creation, the Jobs for Youth, Profit for SMEs (JoY-PS) Programme has been launched.

Politics

1 week ago Create new jobs and stop dismissing innocent workers – Bawumia tells Mahama

Ghana’s former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has criticised President John Dramani Mahama for dismissing government employees instead of focusing on job creation, calling the move a betrayal of democratic principles and campaign promises.

Events

2 w. ago We must be prepared for accountability – Mahama tells leaders

President John Dramani Mahama has urged leaders to embrace accountability and lead by example, emphasising the importance of public trust in governance.

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