The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) has commenced Phase 2 of the Mining for Peace (M4P) project with targeted community re-entry activities in the Ashanti and Eastern Regions. This phase prioritizes youth empowerment through skills development in host mining communities—specifically Amansie South, Obuasi, Konongo, and Birim North.

A total of 40 young people, including 45% women, will be trained in soap making, hairdressing, barbering, and driving. These alternative livelihood pathways are designed to enhance economic security and reduce youth vulnerability to violence, aligning with national efforts to promote peace and inclusive development in mining zones.

From 25th to 27th August 2025, FOSDA engaged key stakeholders and state actors including District Chief Executives, representatives from the Business Resource Center, and the National Youth Authority. Civil society partners such as CESIS and private sector actors also participated in the consultations, reinforcing a multi-stakeholder approach to sustainable peacebuilding.
The M4P initiative is jointly implemented by FOSDA and WACCE across five regions and ten mining districts, with Phase 2 marking a strategic shift toward equipping youth with practical skills that foster resilience, dignity, and long-term opportunity.