The Ministry of Labour, Jobs and Employment has signed a partnership with Jakops Innovation Limited to roll out a nationwide digital platform aimed at transforming Ghana’s informal sector and expanding access to jobs.
The agreement, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Accra, will see the deployment of the EjumaPa Digital Platform, a mobile and web-based application designed to connect artisans and skilled workers with clients.
The platform is expected to bring millions of informal sector workers — including carpenters, electricians, tailors, mechanics and hairdressers — into a more structured and regulated digital system.
Officials say the initiative aligns with government efforts to promote decent work, improve livelihoods and modernise labour systems through technology.
Under the partnership, Jakops Innovation Limited will design, develop and maintain the platform, including user registration systems, technical support and training for users.
The company is also expected to ensure that the system is secure and able to handle a large number of users across the country.
On its part, the Ministry will be responsible for certifying and accrediting artisans, setting standards and supporting nationwide adoption of the platform.
It will also work with stakeholders to mobilise workers and provide the needed institutional support.
A key feature of the platform is its built-in revenue model, which includes a service fee on transactions and measures to improve tax compliance within the informal sector.
To ensure proper implementation, a Joint Steering Committee will be set up by both parties to oversee the project and monitor its progress.
The agreement is expected to run for an initial period of four years.
Officials say the EjumaPa Platform will help create sustainable jobs and improve income opportunities, while positioning Ghana as a leader in using digital tools to transform the informal economy.
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