The Ghana National Catholic Youth Council (GHANCYC) has announced that the Bishops of the Regional Episcopal Conference of West Africa (RECOWA-CERAO) has chosen Ghana to host the maiden edition of the 2026 West Africa Youth Day.
The event will unite young people from across the sub-region in a transformative celebration of faith, leadership, culture, and unity.
In an interview with Gerald Ekow Woode, General Secretary of the Ghana National Catholic Youth Council, there are ongoing steps and initiatives with Bishops and the government to deliver a memorable, spirit-filled, and impactful experience for all participants.
He said, “ An LOC has been formed, headed by the Episcopal Bishop in charge of Youth with support from Most Rev. Gabriel Justice Anokye, Archbishop of Kumasi. The Government of the Republic has given us the clearance to also host the event. Strategic meetings are currently on going.”
According to Mr. Woode, the event will be “expecting all countries under the Regional Episcopal Conference of West Africa to participate”
He also encouraged the youth to expect the event to be transformative, filled with cultural exchange, faith based, educative and entertaining.
Details regarding the Official Dates, Venues, and Program Outline will be shared by the Ghana National Catholic Youth Council in due course.
The West Africa Youth Day aims to foster collaboration among youth, provide a platform for dialogue and exchange, and enhance their mission and witness within the Church and society.
The Council, together with the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC), has also called on stakeholders, partners, and the faithful including corporate Ghana, the government, civil societies, Dicasteries, and other faith based organizations to join in prayer, support, and active participation towards the preparation for this event in the life of the Church and the youth of West Africa.
By: Veronica Sena Amenya
