President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to attracting foreign investments as a key strategy to address Ghana’s unemployment challenges.
The current administration believes in creating sustainable job opportunities for the country’s growing youth population.
During a meeting with the visiting UK Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner, President Mahama emphasised the importance of international partnerships in driving economic growth.
He reiterated his administration’s dedication to strengthening ties with British investors to boost employment and economic stability.
Ghana, like many emerging economies, faces rising demand for jobs, particularly among its youth.
With a rapidly expanding population, the government is under increasing pressure to create long-term employment solutions.
The issue of unemployment was a major focal point in the 2024 elections, highlighting the urgent need for policy action and investment inflows.
Acknowledging these concerns, President Mahama assured that his administration is actively working to position Ghana as a prime destination for foreign direct investment (FDI).
Given the country’s economic challenges and restricted access to international credit markets, he stressed that attracting foreign partnerships remains a top priority.
“We have a young, growing population, and jobs were a major concern in the elections,” Mahama stated. “With limited access to international credit markets, we are focusing on bringing in more foreign direct investments to create employment opportunities. Given the strong history of British companies investing in Ghana, we are eager to attract more British partners to help achieve this goal.”
The government’s renewed push for foreign investments signals a strategic move to foster economic resilience, drive industrial growth, and secure a prosperous future for Ghana’s youth.