Accra: The Ghana Career and Migration Fair 2025 has been held with hundreds of Ghanaian youth exploring employment opportunities and guidelines for safe job migration. The fair was spearheaded by the Ghana-European Centre of Jobs, Migration and Development in collaboration with the European Union (EU), German Development Corporation (GIZ), among other partners.
According to Ghana News Agency, the event, themed 'Unlocking Skills for the Future of Work', brought together over 60 local and international employers, innovators, and migration experts who engaged participants at the fair. The fair sensitised participants on how to find proper ways for job migration and ethical recruitment in Germany and other EU countries.
Dr Abdul-Rasheed Hassan Pelpuo, the Minister of Labour, Jobs and Employment, emphasized the fair's role in preparing Ghanaian youth for the evolving future of work. He expressed hope that the event would be a turning point for the nation's youth, helping them enhance their skills in an increasingly digital and technological world. The Minister also highlighted the importance of strengthening STEM education, digital proficiency, and the EU's Skills Agenda through the fair.
Labour migration was underscored as a vital pathway for Ghanaian job seekers, with the fair providing guidance on ethical migration, fair recruitment, and legal protection. This support aims to help job seekers fill vacancies in high-demand areas such as healthcare, IT, and construction. Dr Pelpuo also noted the government's commitment to supporting youth-led ventures in digital technology, agribusiness, and the green economy.
Mr Andreas Berding, Head of the Ghana-European Centre of Jobs, Migration and Development, stressed the need to prepare graduates for the job market. The fair offered start-up opportunities and safe migration guidance, having facilitated job placements for over 1,200 participants since 2018. Mr Berding encouraged participants to embrace innovation and connect with others to prepare for the future.
Germany's Ambassador-designate to Ghana, Mr Frederik Landsh¶ft, expressed admiration for the participants' determination to shape their futures. He highlighted Germany's need for skilled professionals and noted the country's efforts to attract international talent, including a skilled immigration act enacted two years ago.
Other speakers included Madam Hilda Nimo-Tieku, Managing Director of Jobberman Ghana, and Mr Jonas Claes, Deputy EU Ambassador to Ghana. Since 2018, the fair has welcomed over 20,700 participants and hosted more than 450 exhibitors.
