By Rachel Quartey & Rukayatu Musah
Vice President of the Republic, Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has extended warm wishes to women and girls across Ghana and around the world as the country joins the global community to mark International Women’s Day 2026.
In a message to commemorate the day, the Vice President celebrated the resilience, achievements and invaluable contributions of women to national development, urging Ghanaians to take pride in the role women continue to play in shaping the country’s progress.
She noted that in Ghana, the theme “Giving to Gain” is already being reflected through deliberate actions, including efforts to ensure that women constitute at least 30 percent of government appointments. According to her, increasing women’s representation in leadership — from ministerial positions to key public institutions — broadens the nation’s talent pool and strengthens decision-making.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang further emphasized that the principle of empowering women must extend beyond government into sectors such as business, academia, civil society, the creative arts and faith leadership, where greater opportunities for women help enrich national life and expand the country’s leadership capacity.
She stressed that empowering women is not merely symbolic but a strategic investment in better governance and a stronger, more confident Ghana.
The Vice President also encouraged the public to refer to the full statement for more reflections on the significance of the day.
She concluded by wishing all women and girls a happy International Women’s Day.
