Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has urged young people to use digital platforms responsibly and avoid content that could promote prejudice, misinformation and social division.
She said while technology has the potential to deepen existing divisions, it can also be harnessed to expand knowledge, create opportunities and foster peaceful and cohesive communities.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang made the remarks at the 2026 West Africa Youth Days held in Accra.
She encouraged young people to take advantage of digital tools and emerging technologies to contribute positively to society while remaining conscious of the impact their online activities can have on individuals and communities.
The event was organised by the Regional Episcopal Conference of West Africa and hosted by the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference.
The Vice President also called for sustained efforts to improve education and create more opportunities for young people across the West African sub-region.
Youth urged to remain hopeful
The President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, Reverend Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, also urged young people to remain courageous and hopeful despite the challenges confronting the sub-region.
He identified economic hardship, youth unemployment and violent extremism among the major challenges affecting young people in West Africa.
Rev. Gyamfi cautioned the youth against allowing these difficulties to push them into fear, frustration or despair.
Instead, he encouraged them to remain hopeful, resilient and determined as they work to overcome the challenges facing their generation.
He stressed the importance of young people maintaining a positive outlook and playing an active role in building more peaceful and prosperous communities across West Africa.
