Accra: Over one million Ghanaian youth have secured sustainable employment within the first two quarters of 2025, reducing the high rate of youth unemployment in the country. This was disclosed by President John Dramani Mahama during the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) in Parliament on Friday, February 27, 2026.
According to Ghana Web, President Mahama attributed this achievement to his government's job creation policies, which are designed to stimulate economic growth and create opportunities across key sectors of the economy. He emphasized that policies focused on agriculture, infrastructure, and SME-led businesses have significantly contributed to the current employment rate.
President Mahama highlighted that over one million Ghanaians gained employment within the first two quarters of 2025, indicating that the government's policies are beginning to yield tangible benefits for households and young people across the country. He also noted that while progress has been made, the government remains committed to expanding opportunities, particularly for the youth, through sustained investment and private sector partnerships.
The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) had previously announced on December 19, 2025, that employment in the country increased by about 333,000 between the first and third quarters of 2025. Government Statistician Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu reported that more than 15 million people constituted the labour force, with an employment rate of 87 percent recorded consistently in each quarter.