Ministry Of Youth Development And Empowerment, Ghana

World No To***co Day

To***co is not a symbol of strength, it is a trap that steals health, dreams, and futures.

On this World No To***co Day, we stand together to remind our young people: your energy, creativity, and vision are far too valuable to be wasted on harmful habits.

Choosing a life free from to***co means choosing vitality, focus, and freedom.

Let us rise as a generation that says no to addiction and yes to empowerment.

Together, we can build a healthier, stronger community where every young person thrives.

World No To***co Day

To***co is not a symbol of strength, it is a trap that steals health, dreams, and futures.

On this World No To***co Day, we stand together to remind our young people: your energy, creativity, and vision are far too valuable to be wasted on harmful habits.

Choosing a life free from to***co means choosing vitality, focus, and freedom.

Let us rise as a generation that says no to addiction and yes to empowerment.

Together, we can build a healthier, stronger community where every young person thrives.
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Eid ul‑Adha Mubarak! May this day of sacrifice and devotion inspire peace, blessings, and unity across our families, communities, and nation.

TOWN HALL MEETING OF THE RESETTING GHANA TOUR HELD IN SAVANNA REGION

At the Savannah Region Town Hall Meeting of the Resetting Ghana Tour, the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment 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.

The Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo (Esq) had the honour of joining "For the Future" (FTF) organization as a speaker at the FTF impact summit.

Since its founding in 2016, FTF has remained steadfast in its mission to transform the lives of vulnerable children and young people by expanding access to education, healthcare, life skills and opportunities that empower them to thrive and achieve lasting success.

As FTF commemorated its 10th anniversary, he applauded the organization's outstanding contributions and urged young people to actively champion and help shape a brighter, more inclusive future.

CELEBRATING A DECADE OF IMPACT
On Wednesday May 13th 2026, the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo (Esq) had the honour of joining “For The Future” (FTF) Organization as a speaker at the FTF Impact Summit: Change Makers Dialogues, hosted at the Swiss Ambassador’s residence in Accra.

Since its founding in 2016, FTF has remained steadfast in its mission to transform the lives of vulnerable children and young people by expanding access to education, healthcare, life skills, and opportunities that empower them to thrive and achieve lasting success.

As FTF commemorated its 10th anniversary, he applauded the organization’s outstanding contributions and urged young people to actively champion change and help shape a brighter, more inclusive future.

The Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, Hon George Opare Addo delivered the keynote address at the opening ceremony of the Model African Union conference organized by the Youth Diplomacy Institute

OPENING CEREMONY OF THE YOUTH DIPLOMACY INSTITUTE MODEL AFRICAN UNION (MAU) CONFERENCE

The Youth Diplomacy Institute yesterday held its Model African Union (MAU) Conference with an opening ceremony at the Foreign Services Institute in Accra.

Delivering the keynote address on the theme “Youth in Diplomacy: Shaping Africa’s Future through Policy and Leadership”, the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, Hon. George Opare Addo highlighted the transformative role of collective action in advancing the continent’s development agenda.

He emphasized that Africa’s vast potential can only be realized through the adoption of sound policies and the exercise of effective leadership. Central to this vision, he noted, is the active participation of young people in shaping decisions that will define Africa’s trajectory.

Hon. Opare Addo concluded by underscoring that Africa’s future rests not solely on aspirations for tomorrow, but on the leadership and commitment demonstrated by today’s generation of youth.

The Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment was pleased to host the leadership of Maphlix Trust Ghana Ltd, operators of the Youth Agricultural