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Failure is part of Success — Peter Debrah encourages resilience among Students
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Key Points
- Ing. Dr. Peter Debrah, CEO of Pedlo Energy, urged Senior High School students at the "Fire for Future" conference in the Ashanti Region to prioritize purpose, discipline, and personal development for success.
- The event, organized by Pedlo Energy and Draema Services in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service (Ashanti Region), aimed to equip youth with guidance and mentorship.
- Dr. Debrah emphasized discovering purpose, solving real-life problems, and developing practical skills beyond academic achievements, stating that the global job market values practical knowledge.
- He stressed the importance of discipline over motivation and building strong character, warning against corruption and dishonesty, and encouraging resilience.
- The conference sought to prepare young people for future careers and leadership roles, with participants expressing motivation to take their education and personal development more seriously.
Why This Matters
This initiative is crucial for Ghana's human capital development, as it directly addresses skill gaps and fosters an entrepreneurial mindset among the youth. By encouraging students to solve problems and develop practical skills, it contributes to a future workforce capable of driving innovation and economic growth. Furthermore, emphasizing character and discipline is vital for building a more ethical society and combating corruption, which are essential for national progress.
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Why celebrate $2.62bn FDI while losing $1.7bn under the Domestic Gold Programme? IERPP asks
- The Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP) welcomes Ghana's US$2.62 billion Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) as a sign of investor confidence.
- However, IERPP tempers this optimism with concern over an estimated GH¢22 billion (US$1.7 billion) loss from the Domestic Gold Purchase Program (DGPP).
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