The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA), Ms. Margaret Ansei, has called on young Ghanaians to embrace innovation, make responsible choices, and pursue entrepreneurial ventures that will create lasting impact for the nation.
Speaking during the agency’s commemoration of International Youth Day (IYD) 2025, Ms. Margaret Ansei described Ghana’s youth as “the heartbeat of our nation’s progress today,” emphasizing their critical role in building a sustainable and inclusive future.
“Ghana’s youth are not just the future, they are the heartbeat of our nation’s progress today. Their innovation and determination inspire us all, but challenges like drug abuse can dim their bright potential and hinder our collective growth,” she said. “On this IYD, we encourage young Ghanaians to make positive choices, hone their skills, and pursue entrepreneurial ventures that create sustainable impact. Together, we can build a Ghana where every young person thrives.”
This year’s International Youth Day is being observed under GEA’s localized theme, “Voice to Impact: Youth Building Sustainable and Inclusive Futures”, a call for empowering young people with the skills, mentorship, and platforms they need to turn ideas into meaningful change.
As part of the celebrations, GEA—working with the Mastercard Foundation—has launched a month-long nationwide campaign featuring exhibitions, entrepreneurship seminars, and mentorship sessions. The initiatives are designed to equip youth with practical business development skills, encourage innovation, and foster networking with industry leaders.
Ms. Margaret Ansei reaffirmed GEA’s long-term vision of nurturing confident, skilled, and risk-taking young entrepreneurs. “Through sustained investment in youth entrepreneurship, we are laying the foundation for a more inclusive and resilient economy,” she said.
The activities form part of GEA’s broader youth empowerment agenda, driven by flagship programs such as the Business in a Box (BizBox) Project, the Kaizen Expansion Project, the Ghana Jobs and Skills Project, and the Ghana Economic Transformation Project.
GEA has reiterated its commitment to supporting youth-led businesses through training, mentorship, and resource provision, and is urging government, the private sector, and civil society to collaborate in creating an enabling environment for young innovators to thrive.
