In a colorful and emotional ceremony held at the heart of Madina, the Madina Job Center (MJC) matriculated 120 young people into its flagship vocational apprenticeship program. The event was more than just a formality—it was a celebration of dreams taking flight, a testament to the power of visionary leadership, and a bold step forward in the fight against youth unemployment in Madina.

The air was electric with hope and gratitude as aspiring tailors, hairstylists, bakers, nail technicians, barbers, makeup artists, and shoemakers took their oaths and officially began their journey toward financial independence and personal empowerment.

At the center of it all was a man whose unwavering commitment to social justice and youth development birthed this game-changing initiative: Hon. Francis-Xavier Sosu, Member of Parliament for Madina and the founder of the Madina Job Center.

From his early days as a human rights lawyer to his current role as a legislator, Hon. Sosu has remained consistent in his belief that true representation means improving the lives of the people you serve. The Madina Job Center is a bold expression of that belief—a living, breathing institution that is bridging the gap between unemployment and opportunity, between survival and dignity.



Led by Mrs Priscilla Naa Aklerh Plange, CEO of the Madina Job Center, the organisation since its inception has trained and supported thousands of young people in Madina, connecting them with skill development, job placement, business mentoring, and startup support. This year’s matriculation marks a significant milestone in the center’s ongoing commitment to equipping the next generation with hands-on skills that matter.



“What we’re doing here is not just training artisans,” said Mrs Priscilla Plange, CEO of the Job Center “We’re igniting purpose. We’re building livelihoods. And most importantly, we’re telling our young people that their dreams are valid and achievable.”



Beyond skills training, the MJC is also pioneering innovative interventions in youth entrepreneurship and digital literacy,

The center has evolved into a safe haven for the unemployed, a resource hub for the ambitious, and a beacon of hope for every young person who dares to dream beyond the limitations of their circumstances.

The matriculation ceremony was chaired by The Chief of Danfa, Nii Djani Tsuru Afutu Brempong IV,
and was attended by community leaders, trainers, stakeholders, proud families, and of course, the determined young people ready to transform their lives.
It was a reminder that transformation doesn’t come from talk—but from intentional action and grassroots leadership.

As the applause rang out and tears of joy flowed freely, it became clear: Madina is not just witnessing change—it is becoming the change.

And at the forefront of it all stands Hon. Francis-Xavier Sosu—lawyer, legislator, and local hero—proving once again that leadership is not about power, but about service.