As political landscapes evolve and youth participation becomes the bedrock of national development, all eyes turn toward the historic town of Winneba. From October 15th to 17th, 2026, the Jophus Anamuah-Mensah Conference Center at the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) will host the highly anticipated National TEIN Conference.
Organized under the auspices of the NDC Youth Wing, this landmark gathering brings together top national leaders, policymakers, youth advocates, and political strategists to chart the path forward for student politics, governance, and youth empowerment.
The conference features a stellar assembly of veteran political stalwarts and dynamic young leaders shaping the nation’s future:
National Party Leadership
Johnson Asiedu Nketiah – National Chairman, National Democratic Congress (NDC)
Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey – General Secretary, National Democratic Congress (NDC)
Julius Debrah – Chief of Staff Ministers & National Policy Drivers
Hon. George Opare Addo Esq. – Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa – Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ghana
Agency Executives & Youth Empowerment Champions
Osman Abdulai Ayariga Esq. – CEO, National Youth Authority (NYA)
Malik Basintale – CEO, Youth Employment Agency (YEA)
Eric Adjei Esq. – CEO, National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP)
Ruth Dela Seddoh – Director General, National Service Authority (NSA)
Edmond Kombat Esq. – Managing Director, Tema Oil Refinery (TOR)
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The three-day event will focus on crucial themes driving student activism, economic participation, and executive leadership:
- Strategic Youth Empowerment: Bridging the gap between academic institutions and national development agencies like NYA, YEA, and NEIP.
- Policy & Governance Discussions: High-level dialogues with government ministers on foreign policy, energy, youth employment, and institutional reforms.
- Capacity Building & Grassroots Organizing: Empowering Tertiary Education Institutions Network (TEIN) delegates to build robust campus networks and champion progressive ideas.
Event Details at a Glance
Dates: October 15th – 17th, 2026
Venue: Jophus Anamuah-Mensah Conference Center, University of Education, Winneba (UEW)
Admission: Strictly by Invitation
This flagship gathering promises to set a vibrant tone for youth leadership, bringing together young minds and seasoned politicians under one roof to inspire the next wave of nation-builders.