The latest Ghana Human Development Report 2023 (GNHDR) reveals that Ghana’s workforce is grappling with meaningful employment opportunities.
Despite high economic growth over the past decade, the informal sector accounts for 75% of the workforce, and youth unemployment and underemployment remain a major challenge.
The findings from the report released by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) and the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) indicates that young people aged 15-24 are disproportionately impacted by unemployment, with a significant 65% experiencing joblessness.
This trend has implications for the country’s long-term development goals and human development, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to address youth unemployment and promote inclusive economic growth.
The report, themed “The Future Value of Work in Ghana: Pathways to Sustainable Jobs”,highlights the need for Ghana to bridge the gap between current opportunities and the future of work through strategic investment in both …