“HON. KENNETH KABU KOFI KANOR” IS SPECIAL GUEST OF HONOR FOR ADA YOUTH SUMMIT 2025

Big Ada, Ghana – 20 July 2025 – The Ada Youth Summit 2025 proudly announces Hon. Kenneth Kabu K­anor, District Chief Executive for Ada East District Assembly as its Special Guest of Honor. Under the unifying theme “The Paradigm Shift,” this year’s summit will convene at the Ada College of Education to inspire and equip the state’s most ambitious young minds to drive transformative change.

Now in its annual iteration, the Ada Youth Summit has grown into the region’s premier youth-focused forum, uniting students, entrepreneurs, policymakers, development partners, and civil society organizations. By spotlighting “The Paradigm Shift,” organizers aim to challenge entrenched mindsets and foster innovative approaches to entrepreneurship, climate action, career development, and governance.

“We are delighted to welcome Hon. Kenneth Kabu K­anor as our Special Guest of Honor,” said Seth Priceless Ala-Amegavie, the Convener for the Ada Youth Summit. “His dedication to sustainable resource management and youth empowerment embodies the very spirit of this year’s theme. We look forward to his insights on how fresh perspectives can reshape our collective future.”

As DCE for Ada East since his appointment, Hon. Kabu K­anor has championed policies that balance economic growth with environmental stewardship. His tenure has seen the introduction of youth training programs in coastal communities and the implementation of sustainable fishing initiatives—efforts that align closely with the summit’s focus on empowering young leaders to pioneer responsible innovation.

Summit highlights will include:

  • Keynote Address by Dr Daniel McKorley on Entrepreneurship and Development

  • Panel Discussions on “Innovating for Economic Resilience” and “Youth in Environmental Advocacy”

  • Hands‑On Workshops in entrepreneurship, digital skills, and green technologies

  • Mentorship Clinics pairing emerging talents with industry veterans

  • Exhibition Zone showcasing youth-led startups, NGOs, and social enterprises

The event kicks off at 9:00 AM on Thursday, 24th July 2025, with registration opening at 8:00 AM. Attendance is free, though advance registration is required due to limited seating.

The Ada Youth Summit 2025 extends a warm invitation to all young people aged 15–40, educators, community leaders, and development partners. Together under the banner of “The Paradigm Shift,” participants will reimagine pathways to progress and leave equipped to enact meaningful change in Ada and beyond.

For more information and to register, visit www.tapiocafoundation.org