Gov’t scraps 1 District 1 Factory, Ghana CARES, and YouStart initiatives

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Abraham kofi Amudzegbe
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The Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced the elimination of key government initiatives, including One District One Factory (1D1F), YouStart, and the Ghana CARES “Obaatan Pa” programme.

Key Budget Reforms:

  • Scrapping of 1D1F, YouStart, and Ghana CARES to cut government spending.
  • Abolition of Development Authorities, with their functions reassigned to district assemblies.
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  • Amendment of the Petroleum Revenue Management Act to ensure all ABFA funds are used solely for infrastructure.
  • Creation of an independent Value for Money Office to oversee government procurement.

Dr. Forson stated that these measures align with President John Mahama’s vision of reducing wasteful expenditureand ensuring prudent financial management.

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The move has sparked debate, as 1D1F, 1 district 1 Factory and YouStart were key policies under former President Nana Akufo-Addo, aimed at industrialization and job creation.

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Abraham kofi Amudzegbe
Abraham kofi Amudzegbe
Abraham Kofi Amudzegbe is a Level 300 Nursing student at the University of Ghana, Legon, an author, student leader, and youth advocate with a strong passion for public service, leadership, and student empowerment. Through his writing, he explores topics related to education, youth development, leadership, health, and social impact, contributing meaningful perspectives on issues that affect students and young people. As an author at Insight Ghana, Abraham leverages his strong communication and research skills to produce informative and thought-provoking content. His work reflects a commitment to advocacy, public engagement, and fostering conversations that inspire positive change within society. Abraham currently serves in several leadership capacities, including Vice President of the Volta Region Students Association (VORSA Legon), Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the University of Ghana Nursing and Midwifery Students Association (UGHANMSA), Deputy Head of the Business and Political Chamber of PENSA Legon, Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Oti Region Students Association (ORSA), and a Member of the University of Ghana Parliament House. Over the years, he has led and supported numerous student-centered initiatives, including academic tutorials, mentorship programmes, welfare interventions, and advocacy campaigns aimed at improving the student experience and promoting collective growth. As an aspiring President of the University of Ghana Students' Representative Council (UGSRC) for the 2026/2027 academic year, Abraham seeks to champion a vision centered on student welfare, accountability, inclusiveness, innovation, and effective representation.