Dr. Stephen Amoah, the Member of Parliament for Nhyiaeso, has advocated for the inclusion of entrepreneurship as a recognized subject in the academic programs of Ghana’s Junior High School (JHS) and Senior High School (SHS).
Speaking about the value of entrepreneurship in the modern global economy, Dr. Amoah stated that the idea goes beyond simply launching companies; it also entails learning how to design and run businesses with the intention of making money, as opposed to depending only on employers or institutions that already exist.
He emphasized the need for Ghana to adopt proactive measures to foster an entrepreneurial attitude in kids from a young age, saying, “Entrepreneurship has played a remarkable role and has indeed become an integral part of the global economy.”
He outlined a number of obstacles that Ghana’s entrepreneurial ecosystem must overcome, such as poor stakeholder coordination and a dearth of strategic governmental assistance.
In order to tackle these issues, Dr. Amoah suggested a nationwide change in business priorities, more robust policy pledges from the government, and enhanced cooperation across ecosystem players.
“I am accordingly proposing that the relevant stakeholder bodies, particularly the Ministry of Education, take the needed steps to expedite action on the inclusion of entrepreneurship in our JHS and SHS academic curricula,” he stated.
Hon. Joseph Kwame Kumah, the Member of Parliament for Kintampo North, endorsed his comments and argued that in order to enhance pupils’ comprehension of the topic, entrepreneurship education should start in elementary schools.
In order to promote both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, Hon. Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, the Manhyia South member of parliament, proposed that the government establish venues for young training in manufacturing, such as creating their own furniture.
Source: newsthemegh.com