The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament has raised concerns over a steep rise in rental expenditure by the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), which jumped from GH¢3.2 million in 2023 to GH¢5.5 million in 2024 a 72 percent increase.
YEA management explained that the payments began after the Ministry of Works and Housing, in 2023, handed over the facility currently occupied by the Agency to Messrs K&A Developers for private management.
Appearing before the Committee on Friday, August 22, 2025, YEA Chief Executive Officer Malik Basintale and other officials faced tough questioning for failing to challenge the sharp escalation in rental costs.
In response, the Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, disclosed that discussions are underway with the Office of the Chief of Staff to secure a permanent office space for the Agency. He said the move is intended to ease the financial pressure on YEA.
“The CEO and I have engaged with the Chief of Staff on getting permanent accommodation for the YEA. In due time, we will report to this august House on the plans made and the facilities made available to the Agency,” he assured the Committee.
