Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia has assured the youth that the government has established a solid foundation for job creation and sustainable businesses over the past seven years.
He highlighted various digital initiatives, including the Ghana Card, Digital Property Address System, Mobile Money Interoperability, and Credit Scoring system, which aim to equip the youth to thrive in the digital age.
Speaking at the 2024 National Youth Conference, Bawumia emphasized the government’s commitment to expanding digital infrastructure, promoting digital literacy, and ensuring inclusive digital access to create job opportunities for the youth.
The conference, held on International Youth Day, focused on harnessing digital tools for youth empowerment and sustainable development.
“As leaders, it is our responsibility to empower, support, and amplify your voices by creating opportunities for participation, providing access to education and resources, and promoting an environment where our gallant youth can thrive.
“Our government has been dedicated to these efforts over the past seven years, through various digitalization initiatives that are yielding positive results in every aspect of our socio-economic lives.
“Since 2017, our government has focused on transforming Ghana into a digital powerhouse, with a strong emphasis on economic growth, transparency, and inclusivity. Key initiatives include the National Identification System (Ghana Card) and the National Digital Property Address System (Ghana Post GPS),” Dr Bawumia pointed out.
“The Ghana Card now covers all citizens, including newborns, streamlining the provision of essential services such as health and education. Additionally, we have digitalized public services like passport and driver’s license applications through efficient online platforms,” he stated.
“This advancement not only improves accessibility for the tech-savvy population but also enhances transparency, reduces delays, and ensures effective revenue collection.
“These efforts collectively support Ghana’s transition to a more digitally integrated and economically resilient society,” he added.
To address the disparities in digital literacy and learning opportunities, the Government has implemented measures to equip schools with essential resources, such as providing free Wi-Fi access in Senior High Schools and tertiary institutions, according to Dr. Bawumia.
“We live in a world facing challenges like inequality, climate change, and social injustice. Despite these issues, I remain optimistic. Our youth in Ghana have shown remarkable enthusiasm for digital technologies, using them for entrepreneurship and innovation,” he said.
The NPP Flagbearer emphasized the government’s dedication to equipping and empowering Ghanaian youth by providing necessary resources and a supportive environment.
He highlighted initiatives such as the distribution of 1.3 million free computer tablets to Senior High School students, free WiFi in schools, and the expansion of telephony services through the Ghana Rural Telephony and Digital Inclusion Project, aimed at bridging the digital divide and enhancing access to technology.
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