President John Dramani Mahama has officially launched the Adwumawura Programme, a flagship initiative aimed at addressing youth unemployment and fostering entrepreneurship in Ghana.
The launch event took place at the Prempeh Assembly Hall in Kumasi on Monday, April 28, 2025, drawing a significant audience of government officials, young entrepreneurs and community leaders.
The Adwumawura Programme will provide business training, mentorship, funding and technological support to young entrepreneurs. The programme will incubate and accelerate 10,000 business for Ghanaian youth annually, with a strong focus on empowering young people aged 18 to 35.
Beneficiaries will receive comprehensive assistance, including skills training, mentorship, access to start-up capital, and provision f machinery and equipment.
Speaking at the event, President Mahama emphasised the importance of the programme in tackling youth unemployment, which he described as one of Ghana’s most pressing challenges.
He highlighted the government’s commitment to creating decent and sustainable jobs for young people, aligning with the National Democratic Congress (NDC)’s broader agenda to foster economic growth and innovation.
“This programme is not like others that were announced in the recent past with a lot of fun fair but proved to be mirages without adequate funding to sustain them.
“Adwumawura is fully funded with adequate allocation proved by the Finance Ministry in the 2025 budget. It is designed to be inclusive, youth led and Ghanaian owned,” the president said.
The initiative is backed by a GH₵100 million allocation from the 2025 Budget Statement, presented by Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson.
Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, also addressed the gathering, urging young people to take full advantage of the programme to build a brighter future for themselves and the nation.
“I urge each one of you to cease the opportunity and actively participate in reshaping your own future and the futures of generation to come,” he said.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to empowering young people and fostering an atmosphere that encourages entrepreneurship.
In addition to the Adwumawura Programme, the government will also launch the National Apprenticeship Programme on Wednesday, April 30 in Tamale. The programme will provide essential technical and vocational training to the youth.
