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Ghana officials urge raising military enlistment age from 30 to 35 or 40, citing fitness and international standards, ahead of a 12,000-recruit plan.
Ghana officials, including Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor and Minister of Communications Samuel Nartey George, are urging a review of the military’s maximum enlistment age, currently capped at 30 for professionals and lower for other roles.
Speaking on October 8, 2025, they cited international examples where enlistment goes up to 35 or 40, emphasizing that many in their 30s remain physically fit and capable.
They advocate for a flexible approach based on fitness and role suitability, aiming to expand opportunities for young Ghanaians while maintaining standards.
The push comes ahead of a planned recruitment drive to enlist 12,000 personnel over three years.
Los funcionarios de Ghana instan a elevar la edad de alistamiento militar de 30 a 35 o 40, citando la aptitud y los estándares internacionales, antes de un plan de 12,000 reclutas.