| This paper seeks to find a solution to the problem of Youth Unemployment in Sierra Leone. It also looks forward to suggesting ways in which youth employability can be enhanced. Sierra Leone as a post war developing country has enormous challenges in ensuring that its youths are better equipped to take up the responsibility of manning the affairs of the country. The primary focus of my research will be reviewing and analyzing Government reports, published books and Internet materials about youth employment in Sierra Leone. Reference will also be made to the government of Sierra Leone’s effort in tackling youth unemployment and employability.This study is undertaken with reference to the commitment made by President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, His Excellency Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma G.C.R.S.L. on the occasion of the state opening of the First Session of the Fourth Parliament of the second Republic of Sierra Leone."Let it be known to all that Sierra Leone can only move forward when its youths step forward. I have listened to the youths; I am re-affirming the covenant I made with the youths:I dedicate my life to your service; I submit my administration to your participation, I commit our economy to your employment; I pledge the resources of this country to your education, your acquisition of appropriate skills, and your advancement. Let all be witnesses unto this proclamation:this new social contract; this new economic imperative, this Agenda for Prosperity:we will equitably distribute the fruits of prosperity to all; we will respect the rights of all; we will focus on the training and employment of youths; and we will continue the restoration of discipline, law and order in society." It is against the aforementioned policy statement that this research is going to be undertaken, so as to look into the problems, proffer solutions and recommendations that will capacitate and empower the youths for sustainable employment and job creations. |
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