The Ghana Congress on Evangelisation (GHACOE) Women’s Ministry, a non-denominational Christian group, has decried the increasing rate of betting, lottery and other gambling activities involving young people.

The Ministry says such activities are harmful and wants the government to support initiatives that empower the youth to be gainfully employed.

The concern was raised during the induction of Mrs Nana Adwoa Insaidoo as the 5th National President of the Ministry, which promotes entrepreneurial skills training for vulnerable members of society.

Newly-inducted President of GHACOE, Mrs Insaidoo, says the organisation is committed to empowering the youth from vulnerable communities by facilitating job opportunities and providing them with guidance and support.

Their mission also includes spreading positivity and hope through meaningful outreach efforts.

She is seeking for government’s support to ensure the youth benefit from the training and eradicate unemployment in the country.

In an interview, the Principal of Jackson College of Education Theodosia Jackson, highlighted the positive impact of GHACOE in reducing unemployment and empowering women through entrepreneurial skills training.

She noted that the journey started in 1983 with the creation of a variety of crafts, including bead-making and tie-dyeing.

The organisation visits prisons and police custody to preach the gospel, donate items to inmates, and provide training in essential skills as part of their mandate.

Mrs Jackson encouraged individuals to focus on productive activities rather than spending time at the prayer centre in search of jobs, suggesting that utilising their time for work could lead to better opportunities.

She also spoke against the increasing spate of betting, lotteries, and other gambling activities, which she observed are harming the youth.