FDA commits to partner key institutions to support marginalized groups 25th Dec 2020 | Source: Citi Newsroom
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has emphasized its resolve to support vulnerable and marginalized groups in the Ghanaian society through partnership with key institutions.
The Authority is as well determined to empower and create alternative livelihood and entrepreneurial skills for young people with the creation of industry growth-enabling provisions for Kayayei (head porters), unemployed youths and young entrepreneurs.
Gubkatimali, a Tamale-based NGO and the Ghana Kayayei Association have estimated the population of Kayayei traders in Accra and Kumasi to be over 160,000.
This group of often marginalized women and young girls are among the poorest of urban dwellers in Accra, Kumasi with an estimated average daily earnings ranging from US$ 1.20 to US$ 2.20 and US$ 3.20 to US$ 5.20 on a good day.