Also known as: Dr Rashid Pelpuo · Dr. Rashid Pelpuo · Mr. Pelpuo
Minister of Labour, Jobs and Employment and Minister of State for Special Initiatives overseeing 24-hour economy and public sector pay reforms.
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… She cited former Minister of State, Dr Rashid Pelpuo, claiming that the manner in which he was informed about his removal from office was also inappropriate. …
Janet Asana Nabla criticises Mahama over China curriculum controversy involving Haruna IddrisuJoy Online
Minister of State in Charge of Special Initiatives, Dr Rashid Pelpuo, says more than 400 private companies have expressed interest in operating under Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy policy. …
Over 400 companies ready to join 24-Hour Economy – Dr Rashid PelpuoJoy Online
Minister of State in charge of Special Initiatives, Dr Rashid Pelpuo, has rated the government’s performance in job creation B+, saying it is gradually approaching an “A” despite ongoing concerns over unemployment. …
‘We’re getting close to A’ – Pelpuo rates government’s job creation B+Joy Online
Minister of State in charge of Special Initiatives, Dr Rashid Pelpuo, says his tenure as Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment helped avert about 90% of planned industrial actions by organised labour. …
90% of planned strikes were called off under my tenure – PelpuoJoy Online
The Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr Rashid Pelpuo, has reiterated the importance of collaboration, fairness and social dialogue as Ghana transitions to the establishment of the Independent Public Emoluments Commission (IPEC). …
Dialogue is key in the establishment of IPEC – Labour MinisterJoy Online
Dr Rashid Pelpuo, Minister of Labour, Jobs and Employment, has called for a public sector pay framework that balances fair remuneration with the state’s fiscal capacity. …
Public pay system must balance fair wages with fiscal sustainability – GovernmentJoy Online
The Minister of Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr Rashid Pelpuo, has called for a public sector pay framework that balances fair remuneration with the state’s fiscal capacity. …
Public sector pay must reflect workers’ value and state’s capacity – PelpuoThe Ghanaian Times
… Delivering a speech on behalf of the Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Mr Rashid Pelpuo, the Chief Director of the ministry, Mr Hamidu Adakurugu, said the future of work demanded resilient and forward-looking labour institutions capable of anticipating and addressing emer …
NLC urged to prepare for AI-driven labour challengesJoy Online
… Rashid Pelpuo, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to reducing unemployment and creating opportunities for young people. …
Ministry of Labour signs partnership with Instead to tackle youth unemploymentJoy Online
… ounting the vulnerability of their premises since he assumed office in April 2024, ACFO II Obosu revealed that the command had previously relied on the benevolence of others, including a donation of 100 bags of cement from the Member of Parliament for Wa Central, Dr Rashid Pelpuo …
Alban Bagbin boosts Upper West Fire Service, NAKSU students with GH¢110,000 donationJanet Asana Nabla, presidential candidate for the People's National Party, criticised President Mahama for publicly responding to Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu's comments on a proposed Chinese language and culture curriculum, arguing the disagreement should have been handled privately.
15 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Janet Asana Nabla, presidential candidate for the People's National Party, criticised President Mahama for publicly responding to Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu's comments on a proposed Chinese language and culture curriculum, arguing the disagreement should have been handled privately.
15 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Minister of State Dr Rashid Pelpuo says more than 400 private companies have expressed interest in Ghana's 24-Hour Economy policy, with several already operating around the clock. The government is working to expand the initiative by creating conditions for businesses to operate continuously and generate employment, with participating companies requesting support including reliable power supply.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Minister of State for Special Initiatives Dr Rashid Pelpuo has rated the government's job creation performance B+, saying it is approaching an "A" grade. He defended the administration's multisectoral approach involving multiple ministries and the private sector, but acknowledged the government is still compiling comprehensive data on the exact number of jobs created.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Minister of State in charge of Special Initiatives Dr Rashid Pelpuo says his tenure as Labour, Jobs and Employment minister helped avert about 90% of planned industrial actions by engaging labour leaders and working with stakeholders to address worker concerns. He cited the Ghana Association of University Administrators' decision to suspend its planned strike as an example of successful resolution through ministry engagement.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment says collaboration and social dialogue are essential as Ghana transitions to establish the Independent Public Emoluments Commission (IPEC) to reshape the public sector compensation system. He stressed that engaging Organised Labour demonstrates government's commitment to transparency and consensus-building while balancing fair remuneration with fiscal sustainability.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Rashid Pelpuo, Minister of Labour, Jobs and Employment, has called for a public sector pay framework balancing fair remuneration with fiscal responsibility. The call was made at a stakeholder engagement between the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission and Organised Labour on the proposed transition to the Independent Public Emoluments Commission.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Rashid Pelpuo said public sector pay should be fair and reflective of workers' contributions while remaining fiscally responsible. The call came at a stakeholder engagement between the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission and Organised Labour on transitioning to the proposed Independent Public Emoluments Commission.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Labour Commission has been urged to strengthen its institutional capacity and embrace innovation to respond to emerging labour challenges driven by artificial intelligence, climate change and digital transformation. The call was made at a stakeholders' forum in Accra marking the Commission's 20th anniversary.
30 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Ministry of Labour has signed a partnership with global employment initiative Instead to address youth unemployment through skills training and job creation programmes. Instead plans to establish a physical training campus in Ghana where young people will receive nine months of hands-on practical training to prepare them for immediate job market entry.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament Speaker Alban Bagbin has donated GH¢100,000 to the Upper West Regional command of the Ghana National Fire Service for fence wall construction and GH¢10,000 plus a laptop to the Nadowli-Kaleo Students Union for administrative operations.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →