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Sun, 23 Mar 2025 Feature Article

A New Dawn for Ghana: Leveraging Education, Entrepreneurship, and Technology to Lift Tens of Millions Out of Poverty

A New Dawn for Ghana: Leveraging Education, Entrepreneurship, and Technology to Lift Tens of Millions Out of Poverty

As Ghana embarks on its Mahama 2.0 resetting nation-building journey, it is time to rethink traditional approaches to addressing poverty, inequality and unemployment. In this light, one proposes an EduCareer policy initiative, which offers a revolutionary solution, combining education, entrepreneurship and technology to empower millions of Ghanaians.

Partnership with Chinese Open-Source Free AI Companies:

By partnering with Chinese open-source free AI companies, Ghana can tap into cutting-edge technology, enhancing the EduCareer platform's capabilities and driving innovation and entrepreneurship. This collaboration will:

- Provide access to advanced AI-driven analytics, enabling data-driven decision-making

- Facilitate the development of personalised learning pathways, optimising education outcomes

- Foster innovation and entrepreneurship, driving economic growth and job creation

Comprehensive Ecosystem:
By merging existing government initiatives, EduCareer will create a comprehensive ecosystem, reducing fragmentation and optimising resource allocation. This integrated approach will:

- School Feeding Programme (SFP):
Providing vocational training and education in agriculture, nutrition and food security

- National ICT in Education Policy:
Leveraging technology to enhance education outcomes and promote digital literacy

- Other initiatives:
- Incorporating programmes promoting education, entrepreneurship and economic growth

Universal Basic Income (UBI) Integration:
EduCareer will incorporate Universal Basic Income (UBI) to ensure that participants have a financial safety net, enabling them to focus on their education and entrepreneurship endeavours. UBI will:

- Provide a basic income guarantee, alleviating poverty and financial stress

- Encourage entrepreneurship and risk-taking, driving innovation and economic growth

Success Stories and Examples:
Similar initiatives have succeeded in other countries, demonstrating the potential effectiveness of EduCareer. For instance:

- Singapore's Professional Conversion Programmes: Providing training and education in emerging technologies, leading to employment opportunities and entrepreneurship

- India's National Skill Development Mission: Fostering vocational training and entrepreneurship, driving economic growth and job creation

Alignment with President Mahama's 24-Hour Economy Programme:

The EduCareer initiative aligns with President Mahama's vision for a 24-hour economy, which aims to transform Ghana into a self-sufficient and export-led economy. By leveraging education, entrepreneurship and technology, EduCareer can contribute to the success of the 24-hour economy programme, driving economic growth and job creation.

Enhancing EduCareer through Strategic Partnerships and Global Best Practices

To further enhance the EduCareer initiative, consideration will be given to exploring programs like the Master in Management of Technology, which could provide valuable insights into leveraging technology for sustainable development. Additionally, reviewing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) will help align EduCareer with global best practices and ensure a comprehensive approach to addressing poverty and promoting sustainable development.

By incorporating these enhancements, EduCareer can transform Ghana's education and entrepreneurship landscape, lifting tens of millions out of poverty and driving sustainable development.

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Kofi Thompson
Kofi Thompson, © 2025

Writer & activist for environmental justice & human rights. . More Born into a farming family, I speak truth to power to amplify the voices of victims of injustice.Column: Kofi Thompson

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