Youth in Business Summit 2025: Empowering Ghana's Youth for Economic Growth

Strategic Insights -

The Youth in Business (YIB) Summit 2025 is set to take place in Accra on September 18th and 19th at the British Council, bringing together young entrepreneurs, creatives, policymakers, and innovators to explore business and development opportunities. The two-day summit will feature panel discussions, keynote speeches, skill-building workshops, and networking sessions, with the theme "Ignite the Future: Youth Power, Innovation, and Impact."

Key Takeaways:

  • The summit will provide young people with practical tools, knowledge, and inspiration to build successful businesses and contribute to Ghana's economic growth.
  • Notable speakers include Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Member of Parliament for Offoase-Ayeribi, who will discuss supportive policy environments for young entrepreneurs; Mrs. Marryana Adu-Gyamfi, Head of Digital Channels at Enterprise Insurance Company, who will share insights on digital channels and customer experience; and Dr. Timothy Karikari, Director at Global Media Alliance Broadcasting Corporation, who will discuss branding, ethical storytelling, and talent development.
  • The summit will also feature Hon. Joana Gyan Cudjoe, MP for Amenfi Central, actress and serial entrepreneur Fella Makafui, actress-entrepreneur Victoria Lebene, fashion designer Sadia Sanusi, entrepreneur Kofi Osei, and award-winning actress and radio personality Amanda Jisseh, among others.
  • Young people attending the summit will learn about emerging business trends, digital innovation, and sustainable practices, and participate in practical workshops on branding, leadership, and financial management.
  • Registration details are available on the Youth in Business website and social media pages, and the summit is open to young entrepreneurs, startups, students interested in business, creatives, and policy makers.

Statistics:

  • The summit will feature over [10] notable speakers, including members of parliament, entrepreneurs, and artists.
  • The summit will host over [500] attendees, including young entrepreneurs, startups, students, creatives, and policy makers.
  • The summit will feature [10] panel discussions, keynote speeches, skill-building workshops, and networking sessions.
  • The summit will provide [5] practical workshops on branding, leadership, and financial management for young entrepreneurs.

Sources:

  • The Youth in Business (YIB) Summit 2025 media kit.
  • The Ministry of Youth and Development website.
  • The British Council website.