President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed Ghana’s unwavering commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment, highlighting a series of landmark achievements under his administration.
Speaking at the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women in Beijing, China, on Monday, October 13, President Mahama said Ghana has taken decisive steps to integrate gender perspectives into all national development policies.
“As the African Union Champion for Gender and Women’s Empowerment, I am proud to say that Ghana remains steadfast in its pursuit of equality for all,” he stated.
He noted that Ghana has reached several historic milestones, including the election of the country’s first female Vice President and the appointment of women to top positions in government, the judiciary, the security services, and major national institutions.
“These are not symbolic gestures; they are a deliberate affirmation that women deserve a seat at the highest levels of decision-making,” Mahama emphasised. “And I am confident that, in the very near future, our women will break the glass ceiling and that a woman will be president of the Republic of Ghana.”
The President also underscored progress in education, noting that Ghana has achieved gender parity in school enrollment, with more girls accessing and completing school than ever before.
“Our commitment is further demonstrated by robust institutional reforms and legal frameworks designed to protect the rights of women and girls,” he said.
He cited improvements in key agencies such as the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection; the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) of the Ghana Police Service; the Domestic Violence Secretariat; and the Specialised Domestic Violence Courts.
According to him, sustained budgetary allocations have enhanced the capacity of these institutions to deliver justice, protection, and social support to survivors of gender-based violence.
President Mahama’s remarks formed part of his broader call for governments and international partners to take transformative action toward achieving genuine gender equality and empowering women worldwide.
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Source:Lovinghananews.com
