The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament has raised concern over a sharp 72% increase in rent payments by the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), which rose from GH¢3.2 million in 2023 to GH¢5.5 million in 2024.
YEA CEO Malik’s Basintale, appearing before the Committee on Friday, August 22, 2025, explained that the hike followed the Ministry of Works and Housing’s 2023 decision to hand over the agency’s facility to private managers, Messrs K&A Developers.
Committee members criticized the agency for failing to challenge the steep rise.
In response, Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment, George Opare Addo, assured lawmakers that steps were being taken to ease the financial burden.
“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.”
