Business News of 2026-10-16
Bawumia advocates solar power, credit access and skills certification for artisans
Former Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has advocated targeted interventions to support artisans, including access to affordable credit, solar power and professional training and certification.
Dr Bawumia made the call during a meeting with the leadership of the Ghana Artisans Association in Accra yesterday, as part of his ongoing stakeholder engagements and consultations.
The meeting brought together representatives from various sectors, including hairdressers and beauticians, tailors and dressmakers, barbers, and businesses in the construction and building materials industry.
Discussions focused on the challenges confronting artisans and practical measures to improve their businesses, enhance productivity, and create more employment opportunities.
The engagement also provided an opportunity for participants to share their experiences and highlight the difficulties they face in their daily operations.
Dr Bawumia underscored the importance of investing in the artisanal sector, noting its significant potential to create jobs, particularly for young people, and stimulate local economic growth.
He stressed that supporting artisans would not only improve individual livelihoods but also strengthen small businesses and expand employment opportunities across the country.
Among the key interventions he highlighted were professional training and certification to improve skills, professionalism, and competitiveness; the adoption of solar power to reduce high electricity costs; and improved access to credit to enable artisans to expand their businesses and acquire modern equipment.
He also called for a simplified tax system that would ease the burden on small-scale operators and create a more conducive environment for business growth.
The meeting forms part of Dr Bawumia's broader consultations with professional associations, trade groups, and industry players across the country, aimed at understanding their concerns and identifying practical solutions to support businesses and promote inclusive economic development.
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