The Minister for Finance, Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced that the government is rolling out major policies and programmes aimed at creating sustainable jobs, particularly for young people.
Speaking after a meeting with Paschal Donohoe, Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer at the World Bank, on Monday, March 16, 2026, Dr. Forson emphasized that tackling unemployment—especially among the youth—remains a key national priority as Ghana works to strengthen and consolidate its economic recovery.
“The government’s main focus last year was to reset the economy and place it on a more sustainable path. Today, one of our major challenges is unemployment, particularly among our youth. Africa has a rapidly growing youthful population, and it is clear that public sector employment alone cannot provide the opportunities our young people need,” he said.
Dr. Forson added that the new policies and programmes are designed to stimulate job creation and expand opportunities for young people across various sectors of the economy.
For his part, Mr. Donohoe commended Ghana for what he described as a significant improvement in the country’s national finances. He also reaffirmed the World Bank’s commitment to supporting Ghana’s development efforts, noting that the institution is ready to assist through initiatives such as a Jobs and Growth Analysis aimed at identifying new employment opportunities.
Dr. Forson welcomed the continued partnership with the World Bank, expressing optimism that the collaboration will help create jobs, expand economic opportunities, and secure a more prosperous future for Ghanaians.
