Address the root causes of migrationThe Vice President said the kayayei phenomenon cannot be treated in isolation. “Both push and pull factors drive people to leave their communities,” Prof. Opoku-Agyemang noted. The Vice President emphasized that while skills development is important, it must be purposeful and tied to real outcomes. The Vice President expressed particular concern about children in kayayei communities, and said their welfare must remain central to any long-term intervention. Commending the Ministry and the Kayayei Association for their continued engagement, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang reaffirmed government’s commitment to a more holistic response, one that creates opportunities, strengthens protection, and enables every person to realize their full potential.