Accra, Ghana — Empowering young women to take bold steps in business, leadership, and national development is essential to building a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem in Ghana. At the Young Women Business Summit 2025, Hon. Joyce Bawah Mogtari highlighted the importance of creating opportunities for young women entrepreneurs and strengthening their role in shaping Ghana’s future.
In an exclusive interview with Baobab Entrepreneur, Hon. Joyce Bawah Mogtari, Presidential Adviser and Special Aide to the President of Ghana, shared insights into the vision behind the establishment of the Chamber of Young Women Entrepreneurs, an initiative aimed at supporting and advancing women’s participation in business.
The interview was conducted during the Young Women Business Summit 2025, organized by the Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs (GCYE) on 28 July 2025 at the British Council in Accra.
A New Chapter for Young Women Entrepreneurs in Ghana
The establishment of the Chamber of Young Women Entrepreneurs represents an important conversation about creating a stronger support system for women who aspire to establish, grow, and lead businesses.
Access to business networks, mentorship, opportunities, and an enabling environment can make a difference in the entrepreneurial journeys of young women. A dedicated platform for women entrepreneurs can help amplify their voices, encourage collaboration, and create opportunities for them to participate more actively in Ghana’s business ecosystem.
During the interview, Hon. Joyce Bawah Mogtari discussed the inspiration behind the initiative and its significance for the future of women’s entrepreneurship in Ghana.
Connecting Women’s Entrepreneurship to National Development
Hon. Joyce Bawah Mogtari also emphasized the broader importance of young women participating in business and leadership as Ghana works towards inclusive economic growth.
The vision associated with President John Dramani Mahama and Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang places women’s participation in national development within an important public conversation.
Empowering young women to pursue entrepreneurship can contribute to business creation, innovation, employment opportunities, and stronger local economies. Supporting women-led enterprises is therefore not only about individual success but also about expanding opportunities for communities and the country as a whole.
Encouraging Young Women to Take Bold Steps
A key message from the interview is the importance of young women believing in their potential and taking practical steps towards their business and leadership ambitions.
From developing business ideas to building sustainable enterprises, young women need opportunities to learn, connect, and access the support required to grow. Initiatives that bring entrepreneurs together can help create an environment where they share experiences, develop partnerships, and pursue new possibilities.
The Chamber of Young Women Entrepreneurs is positioned within this broader conversation about building a more connected and supportive environment for women in business.
The Young Women Business Summit 2025
The Young Women Business Summit 2025 brought together young entrepreneurs, professionals, ecosystem enablers, and partners committed to advancing inclusive business growth.
Organized by the Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs (GCYE), the summit provided a platform for conversations about entrepreneurship, leadership, and the opportunities available to young women in Ghana.
The event also highlighted the importance of collaboration among business associations, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders in strengthening the country’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Watch the Exclusive Interview with Hon. Joyce Bawah Mogtari
What inspired the birth of the Chamber of Young Women Entrepreneurs? Why does a dedicated platform for young women in business matter, and how could it contribute to Ghana’s future?
Watch the exclusive interview with Hon. Joyce Bawah Mogtari, captured by Baobab Entrepreneur during the Young Women Business Summit 2025, as she shares her perspectives on women’s entrepreneurship, leadership, and nation building.
Event: Young Women Business Summit 2025
Date: 28 July 2025
Venue: British Council, Accra, Ghana
Organizer: Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs (GCYE)
Media Coverage: Baobab Entrepreneur
As Ghana continues to develop its entrepreneurial ecosystem, creating opportunities for young women to lead, innovate, and build sustainable businesses remains an important part of shaping a more inclusive future.
