The government is expected to launch a flagship National Apprenticeship Programme to equip about ten thousand (10,000) young people in the informal sector with employable skills including proving apprenticeship fees and start-up kits.

The youth development and the Interior Ministries will facilitate the training for young people in the okada business in areas such as road safety regulations, financial literacy, and digital skills, as well as facilitate the acquisition of motorbikes.

President John Dramani Mahama, who made this announcement on Thursday (February 27, 2025) during the State of Nations Address (#SONA2025), said the government will also introduce electric motorcycles on hire purchase scheme to eliminate the use of petrol and make the business more profitable.

“Her Excellency the Vice-President’s Empowerment for Women and People with Disabilities Programme will also be launched this year. The programme will target women, people with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups to build their capacity and offer them access to finance to create jobs” he announced.

Mr. Mahama disclosed further that the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations will also focus on developing youth IT skills and fostering innovation.

The President maintained under the ‘One Million Coders Programme’, young people will receive training in coding, web app development, digital marketing, and other digital skills, adding this initiative aims to equip them with the necessary skills for employability in the digital ecosystem.

Source: Ginanewsroom.com