Some barbers in Kumasi have called on the government to prioritise the barbering profession by establishing training schools to equip youth with employable skills and help curb rising unemployment.
According to the barbers, the profession has long been underrated in the country despite its potential to create jobs and empower young people economically.
Justice Osei Dwamena, a renowned barber in Kumasi, said that if the government supports barbering under the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme and sets up dedicated training schools, many young people could secure sustainable employment.
“Establishing a barbering shop does not require huge capital, making it a viable avenue for youth employment,” he noted. Dwamena added that his twelve years in the barbering business have significantly improved his livelihood and provided a stable source of income.
Mohammed Iddriss, popularly known as D-Black, another well-known barber at Top High, said government support would enable practitioners to expand their businesses and contribute more to national development through taxes.
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