Women’s Manifesto Coalition decries decline in women representation in politics
By Hannah Dadzie The Women’s Manifesto Coalition (WMC) is calling on Political Parties in the country to ensure equal representation of both women and men, emphasising the importance of expanding their roles beyond being mere “gatekeepers” of democratic ideals. The Coalition criticises political parties for neglecting gender equality and women’s rights in their agendas for […]
Alarming rates of intimate partner violence against women exist – GSS Demographic and Health Survey reveals
The Ghana Statistical Service, GSS has revealed that two in every five women aged 15 to 49 years, which represent 41.6 percent who have ever had an intimate partner are said to have experienced at least one form of intimate partner violence (IPV). This was contained in preliminary findings from the upcoming 2022 Ghana Demographic […]
The Unsung Heroes of Ghana’s Fishing Industry
By Clifford Okyere. The fisheries industry in Ghana, like in many developing countries, thrives on the dedication and hard work of countless individuals. Among these unsung heroes are women, who play a vital role in sustaining this crucial sector. In Ghana, women have been the unyielding backbone of the fisheries industry, contributing significantly to its […]
Spain win Women’s World Cup after beating England
England’s wait to win a first Women’s World Cup title goes on after Spain deservedly triumphed in the final in Sydney. The Lionesses, looking to become the first England senior side since the men’s team in 1966 to win the World Cup, suffered heartbreak after being outplayed by a Spanish side full of flair and […]
More women using aphrodisiacs – Vendors say
Vendors of local aphrodisiac in Accra and Tema say there is a rise in the demand for female sexual enhancement products. According to the vendors, women who patronise those products list issues including vaginal laxity, a general lack of interest in sex, stress, and other natural causes such as ageing as some of the reasons […]
Lawrencia Adjei writes: There is light at the end of the Tunnel for Women’s Football
By Lawrencia Nyamekye Adjei In 2012, Twitter was just 6 years old, everyone could access Facebook, and the great Mohammed Ali, Pele, and Diego Maradona were still alive. Asamoah Gyan was a Black Stars player, Manchester City had just won their first Premier League, the world had little to no idea about coronavirus. ‘Kolom’ by […]
Women are better managers of the economy – Director
SOURCE: GNA Women have been identified as potential better managers of the nation’s economy to propel development if given the opportunity to play roles at the helm of affairs. “We all know that women are the ones managing our homes, and we know that with the little amount of money at home you are sure […]
Women must be actively included for a successful energy transition – Frema Opare
By: Mabel Adorkor Annang For Ghana to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 7, which is to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy, it is required that women are actively included in all facets of the industry’s operations. Chief of Staff, Akosua Frema Osei Opare said this at the 2022 Women in Energy Conference […]
Why should a girl child pay so much for sanitary pads?
By: Seli Baisie Frankly speaking, when I went to the supermarket today to get some sanitary pads for myself, I was in awe of the prices listed on the pads. All of a sudden, I became sad and all I could think of is the girl child in the rural area. How would such a […]
Women challenged to venture into Energy and Mining sectors to better their lot
The Chief of Staff, Mrs. Akosua Frema Osei-Opare, has challenged Women to consider Energy and Mining as a career path to better their lot. She also called for the removal of barriers hindering equal opportunities for women in the mining and energy sectors. This was in a speech read for her by a Minister of […]
