Sherif Ghali
Youth entrepreneurship leader. Policy advisor. Ecosystem builder.
President, Ghana Youth Federation.
Board Member, National Youth Authority.
I work with government, development partners, and youth-led institutions to strengthen entrepreneurship systems and youth policy outcomes across Ghana and Africa.
80+
Global Speaking Events
200+
Youth Businesses Funded
10+
National & Continental Policies Influenced
15
Youth and Entrepreneurs Engaged
About Sherif Ghali
- Youth Entrepreneurship Development
- Startup Ecosystem Building
- Policy Advocacy & Government Relations
- Public-Private Partnerships
- Fundraising & Grant Management
- Keynote Speaking & Thought Leadership
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What I Do
I support youth development through policy, enterprise growth, and institutional reform.
Focus areas
Proven Impact
Impact
Policy Advocacy
- Ghana Youth Policy
- Ghana Innovation & Startup Bill (GISB)
- YELI: Young Entrepreneurs Leave Initiative
- Public-Private Dialogue Forums
Entrepreneurial Support
- YESS Fund
- Student Entrepreneurs Programme (STEP)
- APPENT – Apprenticeship to Entrepreneurship
- Young Females Entreprenuers Programme (YoFEP)
Institutional Building
- Ghana Youth Federation
- Ghana Chamber of Young Entreprenuers (GCYE)
- Youth Dashboard
- yecSpace
- GhaTech
- Commonwealth Alliance of Young Entreprenuers - Africa (CAYE Africa)
Funding & Partnerships
- Secured over GHS 10 million in funding to support youth entrepreneurship programs, projects, and youth-led businesses
- Strategic partnerships with international organizations
- Grant writing and fundraising expertise
Speaking and Engagements
Sherif Ghali have spoken at over 80+ national and international events, including conferences, policy dialogues, and high-level ministerial and presidential meetings, advocating for youth entrepreneurship, innovation, and inclusive economic growth.
CHOGM - Commonwealth Youth Forum
Africa Startup Conference
International Youth Day
Ghana
DR Startup Act Conference
DR Congo
Africa-German Young Leader in Business
Berlin – Germany
Youth Konnect Africa
Rwanda
Smart Africa Summit 2023
Zimbabwe – Victoria falls
The West Africa Business Forum
Nigeria, Lagos
Panel Discussion on Empowering African Women and Youth to spur Africa’s transformative agenda
Boards and Committees
Sherif Ghali serves on several boards and committees due to his leadership in youth development, entrepreneurship, and policy advocacy. Here are some of the key committees he currently serves on:
Advisory Board Member – Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment
Shaping youth policy, enhancing coordination, and guiding programmes that drive entrepreneurship, innovation, and empowerment.
Board Member – National Youth Authority Board (NYA)
Spearheading the formation of the Ghana Youth Federation.
Co-chairperson – Ghana Startup Bill Technical Committee
Leading the technical committee responsible for drafting and implementing Ghana's Startup Bill to foster innovation and entrepreneurship.
Member – Ghana Inlcusive Business Technical Working Committee
Leading youth engagement on the National Inclusive Business Committee and supporting the selection and accreditation of inclusive businesses.
Co-chairperson – Impact Drive Return Steering Committee
Responsible for selecting and certifying Inclusive Business Coaches.
Co-chairperson – Mastercard-WUSC ACTIVATE Project Advisory Committee
Providing advisory support to the national project team leading the implementation of the ACTIVATE project, with a focus on empowering women in the agriculture and TVET sectors.
Member – Ghana Business Regulatory Reform Committee
Advising Government on reforms to improve Ghana's business regulatory environment, particularly for young entreprenuers and startups.
Member - NEIP–World Bank Hubs Grant Committee
Overseeing the allocation of grants to entrepreneurship hubs across Ghana under the NEIP-World Bank partnership.
Annual Private Sector Leaders Dialogue with President
Participating in high-level discussions with Ghana's President on private sector development and youth entrepreneurship.
Board Member – YepAfrica
Guiding the strategic direction of this pan-African youth empowerment platform.
Awards and Recognition
Sherif Ghali has received numerous awards and recognitions for his leadership in youth development, entrepreneurship, and policy advocacy. Below are some of the notable honours he has earned:
2025 – Young Achiever of the Year
Head of State Award
2024 – Royal African Young Leaders Award
Royal African Young Leaders Awards. Lagos, Nigeria
2024 – Unique Star Achiever Award
Y-PES Awards
2024 – Young Entrepreneur of the Year
National Youth Authority’s Youth and Mentors Achievers Awards
News & Updates
Sherif Ghali Appointed to Adwumawura Programme Grant Management Committee
Sherif Ghali, President of the Ghana Youth Federation (GYF) and Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs (GCYE), has been appointed to
Sherif Ghali appointed to the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment’s Advisory Board
On Monday, 10 November 2025, I had the honour of being inaugurated as a member of the Ministerial Advisory Board for the Ministry of Youth
Sherif Ghali Honored by UCC Atlantic Hall for Championing Youth Entrepreneurship
On April 18, 2025, I had the distinct honor of addressing the University of Cape Coast’s Atlantic Hall Leadership and Entrepreneurship Summit as Guest Speaker.
Ghana Launches Bold Agenda to Reform Business Environment for Youth and Women
Ghana has launched a new National Business Agenda (NBA) aimed at dismantling barriers to entrepreneurship for youth and women.
Government urged to engage young entrepreneurs in startup programmes
Accra, May 21, GNA – Mr. Sheriff Ghali, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs, has urged the Government to engage the
Inclusive business models key to Ghana’s agribusiness growth – Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs
As Ghana continues its journey toward economic transformation, the role of agribusiness has taken center stage. Amid these developments, the Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs,
Some High Level Engagement
Convo with King Charles at Buckingham Palace in London
Join the Current President of Ghana to launch the 1 million coders programme for youth
Receiving a Presidential Award at 2024 Head of State Awards
Been Sworn in As New member of the National Youth Authority Board - 2025
Videos
Work With Me
For speaking, advisory work, partnerships, or media engagement.
Office Location
Block 205, 21 Jordan Street, Madina Estate, Accra
info@sherifghali.com
Alternative Email
shefghali@gcyegh.org
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