The National Youth Authority (NYA) has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening collaboration with the Embassy of France in Ghana to create more opportunities for youth empowerment, skills development, innovation, entrepreneurship and social inclusion.
The commitment was made when the Chief Executive Officer of the NYA, Osman Ayariga, and his delegation paid a courtesy call on the Ambassador of France to Ghana, H.E. Diarra Dimé-Labille, at the French Embassy in Accra.
Speaking during the meeting, Mr Ayariga expressed appreciation for the longstanding partnership between Ghana and France, describing the relationship as one anchored on a shared commitment to investing in young people as key drivers of national development.
He said the NYA remains focused on strengthening institutional partnerships that provide Ghanaian youth with opportunities in skills development, innovation, entrepreneurship and international cooperation.
The NYA Chief Executive highlighted the government’s flagship National Apprenticeship Programme, describing it as a transformative initiative designed to equip young Ghanaians with employable and industry-relevant skills.
According to him, the programme is aimed at improving the economic participation of young people while developing a productive workforce capable of contributing to Ghana’s socio-economic growth.
Mr Ayariga appealed to the French government to explore areas of collaboration with the NYA, particularly in expanding technical and vocational training opportunities, promoting knowledge exchange and supporting initiatives that prepare young people for global competitiveness.
He expressed confidence that enhanced cooperation between the two institutions would create sustainable opportunities for Ghanaian youth and further strengthen the relationship between Ghana and France.
As part of efforts to promote inclusive development, Mr Ayariga disclosed that between five and ten per cent of beneficiary slots under the National Apprenticeship Programme have been reserved for persons with disabilities.
He said the move reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring that all young Ghanaians, including persons with disabilities, have access to opportunities that support their participation in the country’s economic transformation.
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