World Bank to help create 500,000 jobs annually for Ghanaian youth

The World Bank is supporting Ghana to address youth unemployment. They are backing a new Growth and Jobs Strategy. This strategy aims to create opportunities for over 500,000 young people each year.

The announcement came after a meeting at the World Bank headquarters. Anna Bjerde, the Managing Director of Operations, met with Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Ghana’s Finance Minister. They discussed plans to design and implement the strategy together.

The focus will be on job creation, skills development, and inclusive economic growth. “This initiative reflects our shared priority of unlocking opportunities for young people,” said Bjerde. She expressed pride in collaborating with Ghana on this important strategy.

Dr. Forson welcomed the support from the World Bank. He highlighted the need for bold interventions to help job seekers. “This partnership is a major step forward in providing decent jobs for our youth,” he stated.

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