In an effort to curb unemployment and build economic stability, the Gulf of Guinea Northern Regions Social Cohesion (SOCO) Project has created over 6,200 permanent and short-term jobs in Ghana's northern and Oti Regions.
This impactful initiative is transforming communities across the Upper West, Upper East, Northern, North East, Savannah, and Oti Regions, giving thousands of people a fresh start with sustainable employment.
The Gulf of Guinea Northern Regions Social Cohesion (SOCO) Project is a World Bank initiative targeting vulnerable regions within the Sahel with a USD 450 million credit facility, of which Ghana is allocated USD 150 million.
This collaborative project spans Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, Togo, and Benin, focusing on areas facing intense challenges like food insecurity, climate vulnerability, and social instability.