J. K. A.

I have a dream
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[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

Samson Dzivor is an innovator creating tech to helps persons with disabilities independently navigate e-commerce & digital platforms.

Through the YAI, supported by the @MastercardFdn, inclusive innovation creates opportunity for all.

#YAIGH #YouthInnovation

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

@UNDPGhana, together with @MastercardFdn, @NeipGhana, @MESTAfrica, @hapaSpace, Ministry of Education, @gfdghana, FNL, @fdaghana, and other key ecosystem players, came together for a two-day learning event to review the Young Africa Innovates Programme.

The workshop aimed at gathering insights from innovators and partners to drive youth-led innovation forward.

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

The call for young innovators is still on!

Are you a young person in Greater Accra or Eastern Region with a bold product or solution to tackle challenges in your community?

The Young Africa Innovates programme, funded by @MastercardFdn, is actively scouting for talented young people who are ready to turn their products or solutions into real impact.

📞 Call us on any of our toll-free lines to be a part.
0800 180 180 - AirtelTigo
053 6514 191 - MTN
050 8585 750 - Whatsapp

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#YAIGH
#YoungInnovators

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

Innovation must be inclusive and should not leave anyone behind. 

Through the Young Africa Innovates #YAI programme, supported by @mastercardfdn, and in partnership with Ministry of Education, we’ve kicked off our school outreach at Mampong School for the Deaf and Akropong School for the Blind.

This outreach is part of our commitment to ensuring that young people of all abilities are included in conversations about innovation, creativity, and opportunity.

#YAIGH #InclusiveInnovation #YouthEmpowerment

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

During the Young Africa Innovates #YAI school outreach at the Mampong School for the Deaf and Akropong School for the Blind, Allen Anie, emphasized the importance of inclusion in innovation:

“The goal is to equip young people including those with disabilities with the knowledge, support, and tools they need to develop ideas that solve real problems in their communities and help shape a better Ghana.”

— Allen Anie, PhD, Chief Technical Advisor, YAI Programme.

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

At the YAI school outreach at Akropong School for the Blind, Madam Veronica Derry, expressed her appreciation for the outreach:

“We’re truly excited to be part of this initiative. Schools for children with disabilities are often overlooked in programmes like these, so it means a lot to see our students included and given the opportunity to explore their potential.”

— Madam Veronica Derry Headmistress, Akropong School for the Blind.

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

During the Young Africa Innovates (YAI) school outreach at the Mampong School for the Deaf, the Headmaster, Mr. Ametewee Setumte, shared his appreciation for the initiative, highlighting its impact on students with vocational skills:

“Support like this is very important. It helps our students at the vocational level gain confidence, develop their skills, and see the value of their ideas beyond the classroom.”

— Mr. Ametewee Setumte, Headmaster, Mampong School for the Deaf

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

Young people with disabilities are already innovating. With the right support, they can contribute to the creation of sustainable jobs in their communities.

During the #YAI school outreach at Mampong School for the Deaf, the creativity and talent of students were on bold display.

Janet Maku Dagodjo and Neptune Elorm Kwaku, both in JHS 2, showcased their painting skills focused on #ClimateAction. They hope to one day scale up their passion by opening a centre to paint professionally and train others.

Perfect Fianyeku, a Vocational School student, also displayed her hand-stitched clothes entirely from scratch.

#MadeinGhana

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

@UNDPGhana's Resident Representative, @banniloy paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu to strengthen collaboration around the Young Africa Innovates programme which is a youth initiative funded by @MastercardFdn, aimed at fostering innovation, leadership, and sustainable development.

The Minister applauded @UNDP’s continued efforts in driving inclusive and green solutions and described the programme as a timely platform to create jobs and empower young people across Ghana.

He also called for stronger partnerships to scale up impactful programmes that align with national development priorities.

#YAIGh
#Innovation

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

What does real impact look like?
It’s in the lives changed, the communities empowered, and the future we’re building together.

We’re proud to launch our 2024 #AnnualReport, showcasing key milestones & partnerships that are accelerating Ghana’s sustainable development journey.

From economic recovery & digital innovation to climate resilience and inclusive growth, 2024 was a year of progress and impact.

Watch the video to see how we’re leaving no one behind.
📘 Read report here: https://t.co/skcALdOjim 



#ResilientFutures

[J. K. A. @JudeAggrey]

It was an honour to represent UNDP Ghana on the panel discussion focused on scaling innovation for sustainable development. Grateful to the CSIR-STPRI, key partners, esteemed panel members and the audience for an insightful discussion and sharing of actionable ideas.
#UNDPGhana

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

At the Evidence for Innovation #E4I Workshop, @UNDPGhana joined @csir_ghana, @mestighofficial & others to explore how to move beyond pilots to long-term impact by:
✅Embedding innovation in national systems
✅Using data & local knowledge &
✅Building partnerships

UNDP Ghana shared how locally driven innovations in #climate, #finance, and #youthempowerment are creating impact at both national & global levels.

#Innovation4Dev

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

Want to see how #UNDPGh is supporting sustainable development across #climate, #Peace and #Innovation ?

Our latest newsletter unveils the powerful partnerships and innovative solutions fueling progress towards the #SDGs.

Get inspired by the stories behind the impact! Read now: ➡️ https://t.co/SBTUouY3av
#Innovation
#ClimateAction
#Peace
#UNDPNewsletter

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

4th Call for proposal 📢

We are seeking proposals from NGOs/CSOs/CBOs to scout online for, inspire and promote innovative solutions at the grassroots level across Eastern and Greater Accra regions.

Click➡️ https://t.co/NHrEVxjyEU for more details to submit proposals.

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

3rd Call for proposal 📢

We are seeking proposals from NGOs/CSOs/CBOs to scout for, inspire and promote innovative solutions at the grassroots level across two (2) regions. This call targets scouting for innovators in the Eastern and Greater Accra Regions.

Click➡️ https://t.co/jxUOyWMu3y for more details to submit proposals.

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

Turning an idea into a viable product requires a clear understanding of customer needs and a strong value proposition.

That is why @UNDP’s Young Africa Innovates (YAI) Programme powered by @MastercardFdn, is equipping innovators with the tools to refine their ideas and develop minimum viable products (MVPs).

Through an intensive onboarding and learning retreat, followed by five weeks of hands-on product development, participants are preparing to bring their innovations to market. The programme will culminate in an exciting Demo Day, where they will pitch and showcase their solutions to invited guests. This phase of YAI is organized by @MESTAfrica.

#YAIGhana
#Innovation
#Demo

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

In Ghana, approximately 8% of the population are #personswithdisabilities. For many with mobility impairments, independent movement remains a challenge due to the high cost of motorized wheelchairs. This limitation not only affects their autonomy but can also lead to financial and physical difficulties on their families and caregivers, and impacting livelihoods.

Meet Elizabeth Acheampong, a young innovator from Tarkwa in Ghana’s Western Region, and the creator of the Fawohodie Conversion Wheelchair. Recognizing this challenge, Elizabeth developed a conversion kit that transforms manual wheelchairs into motorized ones, providing an affordable alternative for independent mobility.

With support from @UNDP’s #YAI programme, powered by @MastercardFdn, Elizabeth is driving economic empowerment by enabling #PersonsWithDisabilities to move freely and reducing the caregiving challenges for their families—allowing them to focus on their own economic activities.

Watch video⤵️

#YAIGhana
#Innovation
#SustainableCitiesandCommunities

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

#Ghana generates approximately 1.1 million tonnes of #plastic waste annually, a huge plastic pollution challenge.

Through our partnership with @MastercardFdn, we are supporting innovators to mainstream alternatives to plastic packaging.

Meet Joan Arthur, an innovator from Tarkwa who discovered through research that plantain stems can be used to produce paper. Through her organization, Mending Papers, she transforms post-harvest waste—such as plantain stems, corn husks, and rice straw—into eco-friendly paper bags.

With support from @UNDP’s #YAI programme, Joan's innovation is helping to reduce plastic waste and promote environmental sustainability.

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#YAIGhana
#Innovation
#YoungAfricaInnovates
#SustainableCitiesandCommunities

[J. K. A. @JudeAggrey]

Mark is an example of one of the many innovators across Ghana whose innovation is being transformed for the better. This is the Young Africa Innovates (YAI) programme! Follow UNDP Ghana for more. #YAI #YoungAfricaInnovates

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

Meet Mark, a young Ghanaian innovator, reducing food waste in #Ghana.

With support from our #YAI programme, powered by @MastercardFdn, Mark produces juice, gari & ice cream from plantain - an innovative way to reduce post-harvest loss.

He is contributing to sustainable food practices⬇️

[J. K. A. @JudeAggrey]

Follow the Young Africa Innovates (YAI) programme on UNDP Ghana's social media handles on X, LinkedIn and Facebook!

[UNDP Ghana @UNDPGhana]

Under our #YAI programme powered by @MastercardFdn , @UNDP scouts for grassroots innovators across Ghana, working with partners such as PHG foundation to expand our reach at community level.

Sharing inspiring stories of how grassroots scouting led by persons with disabilities and women is driving inclusive innovation and ensuring no one is left behind.

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[Literacy Impact Programme @lip_project]

Last Friday, we visited Martey Tsuru Presby School located in Spintex, to make donations of story books, stationery and other literacy materials.
We are grateful to all who donated in kind and in cash.
Thank you for impacting the lives of these students!

#BaBProject24
#SDG4