Women’s rights and gender equality coalitions in Ghana, including NETRIGHT, WMC, AABC, and DVC, are urging the next government to allocate 30% of ministerial appointments to women. This demand comes after repeated broken promises from politicians during campaigns.
Patricia Blankson Akakpo, NETRIGHT’s Head of Secretariat, emphasized that fulfilling this promise is crucial for promoting gender equality.
She made this call during a press conference on passing the Affirmative Action, Gender Equality Act 2024 at the Ghana International Press Center in Accra.
Patricia Akakpo’s media interview, called on the next government to heed their demands and make history for women’s representation in Ghana.
Mrs. Hamida Harrison, convener of Women’s Manifesto Coalition, is thrilled about the passage of the Affirmative Action Bill, calling it a major victory for women’s rights in Ghana.
The convener of women’s Manifesto Coalition, Hamida commends the tireless efforts of women’s rights groups, acknowledging that their hard work has finally paid off.
Mrs. Harrison wishes the bill had been passed earlier, citing countries like Senegal, Liberia, Uganda, Luanda, South Africa, and Kayan, which have already implemented similar laws, leading to significant improvements in women’s integration and positive impacts.
Source: oyerepafmonline.com/Bernard K Dadzie, Greater Accra Region
