A total of 299 young entrepreneurs in the Oti Region are being prepared to access grant support through the Adwumawura Programme, an initiative aimed at promoting entrepreneurship and reducing youth unemployment.
As part of the selection process, the Grants Management Committee has invited these beneficiaries to pitch their business ideas to a panel of experts. The pitching session is designed to assess the viability, scalability, and potential impact of the proposed businesses, ensuring that funds are allocated to initiatives that can meaningfully contribute to local economic growth.
The Adwumawura Programme is a government initiative focused on tackling youth unemployment through entrepreneurship and innovation.
In an interview with Adom News, the Deputy Chief Executive of MASLOC, Khalifa Seidu, explained that the pitching exercise allows select youth-owned businesses to present well-refined proposals after completing a five-week capacity-building program.
She encouraged beneficiaries to remain calm and focused during the evaluation process, emphasizing that the goal is to support enterprises capable of growing, creating jobs, and delivering measurable results.
Seidu noted that this approach reflects best practices and aligns with the government’s RESET agenda, which emphasizes strategic investment, accountability, and results-driven interventions.
According to her, applicants who successfully complete the pitching process are expected to begin receiving their grants this week. She also advised beneficiaries to use the funds responsibly, stressing that proper utilization will determine the long-term success of their businesses and the broader impact of the program.
Meanwhile, some beneficiaries have expressed optimism about the opportunity, indicating their readiness to use the funding to expand operations, improve productivity, and strengthen their businesses for sustainable growth.
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