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Togbe Afede XIV Reaffirms Commitment to Youth Empowerment, Calls for Innovation-Driven Entrepreneurship

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Togbe Afede XIV, the Agbogbomefia of Asogli State, has reiterated his dedication to empowering the youth, emphasizing the significance of innovation-driven entrepreneurship. During the grand finale of the 2025 Asogli State Youth Empowerment (ASYE) Forum, he urged traditional authorities and development partners to prioritize this endeavor. The event, held at the Ho Technical University, brought together over 300 participants and awarded GHC 260,000 to eight promising youth-led enterprises. The Asogli State Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship Day 2025 served as an annual flagship event to promote business innovation, mentorship, and highlight emerging investment opportunities.

Key Takeaways:

  • Togbe Afede XIV reaffirmed his commitment to youth empowerment, emphasizing the importance of innovation-driven entrepreneurship.
  • Out of 284 applications, eight businesses were selected for the ASYE Innovation Grant, with each receiving GHC 32,500.
  • The selected startups will undergo a structured business incubation phase, receiving technical guidance, operational support, and market exposure.
  • Participants benefited from keynote addresses, hands-on business development sessions, and insights into applying for future grant cycles.
  • The Asogli State Council expressed gratitude to strategic partners, including @Life-MacAfrica, for their commitment to grassroots innovation and local development.
  • The event focused on promoting mentorship, business innovation, and highlighting emerging investment opportunities in the Volta Region.
  • The next phase of the program will enable the selected startups to strengthen their foundations, with the potential for national impact.
  • Togbe Afede XIV noted that investing in the youth is crucial for building a prosperous Asogli, and he encouraged the winners to view this grant as a starting point for a larger mission to inspire and uplift others.

The winners of the ASYE Innovation Grant were Ernest Selase Klutse, Semanu Adoboe, Osman Kadri, Cynthia Gadzanku, Alber Kpeglo, Maureen Fafali Mensah, Rejoice Banibensu, and Arnold Adjei.

Statistics:

  • 284 applications were received for the ASYE Innovation Grant.
  • Eight businesses were selected for the grant, with each receiving GHC 32,500.
  • Over 300 participants attended the event at the Ho Technical University.
  • Eight winners were awarded GHC 260,000 collectively.

Sources:

  • "Togbe Afede XIV Reaffirms Commitment to Youth Empowerment, Calls for Innovation-Driven Entrepreneurship" - Ghana News Agency (21 Jul 2025)
  • "Asogli State Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship Day 2025" - Asogli State Council

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