By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei
Executive Director of Global Info Analytics, Mussa Dankwah, has cautioned that Akwatia’s overdependence on mining poses a major challenge to job creation and development in the constituency.
Speaking on GTV’s Current Agenda, he said that while mining has long been central to Akwatia’s economy, the lack of alternative industries and low education levels among residents limit future opportunities.
He revealed that a large proportion of Akwatia’s population faces slim chances of finding decent employment because of low educational qualifications.
“About 28% of these people have only junior high school qualifications. The prospect of jobs for them is very slim. Around 15% have no education at all. Only a few have higher qualifications.”
Mr. Dankwah stressed that this reality must shape how government approaches development in mining-dependent areas like Akwatia.
“We must look at the dynamics of development projects. If we are heavily dependent on mining, then what other developmental projects are being pursued?”
Comparing the current administration to the previous NPP government, he noted that eight months into office, the new government is under pressure to demonstrate real results in sectors like healthcare and job creation.
“The comparison is there from the previous administration as compared to now, this new government in its eighth month of life. People want to see healthcare, jobs, and real development.”
With Akwatia preparing for a crucial by-election, the issue of jobs, education, and sustainable development has emerged as a key concern for voters.
