Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, addressed the China-Africa Dialogue on Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Changsha, China, on June 13, 2025. He welcomed China’s efforts to partner with African countries to equip youth with entrepreneurial and innovation skills.
The Minister praised African youth for their innovative responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, including the development of Personal Protective Equipment and makeshift ventilators. He emphasized the need for support, including financing, skills training, and platforms for showcasing talent.
Mr. Okudzeto Ablakwa highlighted Ghana’s initiatives to promote youth innovation, including the 1 Million Coders Programme, a $1 billion agreement with the UAE to construct Africa’s largest Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Tech Hub, and a $50 million Fintech Growth Fund to support start-ups and develop innovative solutions for the Ghanaian economy.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
