Grant Management Committee Inaugurated by Youth Development Minister for Adwumawura Programme

Earlier on Tuesday 27th January 2026, the Grant Management Committee of the Adwumawura Programme was officially inaugurated by the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment.

The inauguration marked a critical stage in the implementation of the Adwumawura Programme, because it symbolizes an essential step in our collective effort to ensure transparency, accountability, and equity in the management of public resources entrusted to the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme under
The Adwumawura Programme.

The membership of the committee was drawn from Industry Players, Academia, Financial Institutions, Development Partners and Government Agencies.

1. University of Ghana Business School Innovation Center
2. Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment
3. Ministry of Finance
4. ABSA Bank
5. Venture Capital Trust Fund
6. British Council
7. Private Sector (C.E.O of Akosombo Catering)
8. National Youth Authority
9. National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme
10. Ghana Youth Federation
11. MASLOC

In his remarks, the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment reaffirmed government’s commitment to youth empowerment, job creation, and sustainable entrepreneurship. He emphasized that the Adwumawura Programme is not just about funding, but about building resilient businesses that can drive inclusive national development. He charged them to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, fairness, and diligence in the discharge of their duties.

The C.E.O of NEIP highlighted the need for the Grant Management Committee to be intentional about inclusiveness, equity, impactfulness, and innovation in the selection of at least 2, 000 viable businesses.

On his part, the Board Chairman assured the committee of their full support and urged them to execute their mandate dispassionately, transparently, in a non-partisan manner that will engender trust and confidence in the selection process.

Prof. George Acheampong from the University of Ghana Business School speaking on behalf of the committee thanked the Minister and NEIP for the opportunity to serve. He, on behalf of the committee members, assured the Minister and the Board of NEIP of their readiness and commitment to discharge their mandate diligently, fairly, transparently, and with utmost integrity.