John Dramani Mahama, the Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has called on the Association of Ghana Industries to consider implementing a 24-hour working system to address unemployment issues. Speaking to the association members, Mahama highlighted the significant challenges facing the economy and expressed his commitment to restoring it if elected on January 7, 2025.
Mahama emphasized the need for collective effort to revive the economy, stressing the importance of industry players contributing to this goal. He suggested that adopting a 24-hour working system could be a viable solution to create more job opportunities and help propel the country towards economic recovery.
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He emphasized that the erratic power supply in the country is deeply concerning and has been causing significant losses for businesses nationwide. This is why he is urging industry leaders to seize the opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to generate employment opportunities for the large number of young people in the country.
Story by: Appiah Kubi/Ahotoronline.com