P.K. Foundation Partners Kantanka to Create 10K Jobs

In a bold move to address Ghana’s growing youth unemployment crisis, the newly launched P.K. Foundation has announced a strategic partnership with Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, to create job opportunities through local automobile production.

The announcement was made on Saturday, at Chorkor, Accra, during the official launch of the foundation by its founder, Prosper Kwame Appiah.

Speaking to journalists, Mr. Appiah emphasised that the collaboration aims to train and employ young people in the manufacturing of motorbikes, tricycles, popularly known as “Pragyia” – or “Aboboyaa” – and other affordable automobile technologies.

“Our goal is to create at least 10,000 jobs for the youth by 2029 under the PK2 project,” Mr.Appiah stated.

“Skills development through job creation is critical to national development and we believe that partnering with Apostle Safo, a pioneer in Ghanaian technology, will help harness the talents of our youth while promoting values grounded in Christianity.”

Mr.Appiah expressed concern over the moral foundation of youth development, stressing that skill acquisition must go hand in hand with spiritual growth.

“A skill acquired without the fear of God may become a weapon against society. History teaches us this – from Adolf Hitler to Joseph Stalin. But when youth are spiritually grounded, their talents become tools for national progress,” he added.

He reaffirmed his belief in the capabilities of African youth, stating “Our young people are not inferior to those in the West or Asia. They only need a little push and proper guidance to unleash their God-given talents.”

The partnership will see the birth of a new automobile brand — PK2 — focused on producing locally made vehicles and machinery for commercial use, such as Okada motorbikes and cargo tricycles.

This initiative is not only aimed at creating employment but to boost local industry and reduce reliance on foreign imports.

Saturday’s launch was also marked by a community outreach programme that included free health screenings and the distribution of food and essential items to widows, orphans and persons living with disabilities.

Mr. Appiah concluded by stating that the P.K. Foundation’s mission extends beyond just job creation.

“We are leading a generation to Christ through acts of kindness and ministry. The person who can be trusted to do good is one who fears God. That is our foundation.”

The collaboration has been widely welcomed by residents and youth groups, who see it as a timely intervention to curb rising unemployment and inspire a new generation of faith-driven, skilled entrepreneurs.

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