Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to accelerating workplace equity and fostering an inclusive environment for women across various sectors. Apexnewsgh reports
Speaking at the International Women’s Day (IWD) Commemoration held at the Jubilee House Banquet Hall, the Vice President emphasized the importance of ensuring fairness and equal opportunity for women, describing it as a necessary reality.
Professor Opoku-Agyemang, who made history as Ghana’s first female Vice President, acknowledged the immense responsibility that comes with her position, not just for herself, but for the generations of women and girls who look up to her. She stressed that equity is not about favor or division, but about fairness and ensuring that every woman has the space to lead, thrive, and contribute at her fullest potential.
The Vice President cited the government’s free sanitary pad initiative for schoolgirls, captured in the recently presented 2025 Budget, as a clear demonstration of its commitment to women’s empowerment.
This initiative aims to ensure that young girls can stay in school without barriers to their education, reinforcing the belief that empowering women starts with empowering girls.
The event also focused on “Wellness in Women,” highlighting the need for policies that promote mental and physical well-being in the workplace. Professor Opoku-Agyemang emphasized that a healthy workforce is essential for national development, adding that “a healthy woman is a productive woman, and a well-balanced woman is an empowered woman.”
The Vice President urged women to support one another, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, inclusion, and systemic change to break barriers and create sustainable opportunities.
She concluded by rallying support for President John Dramani Mahama’s vision to “Reset Ghana,” calling on all women to contribute to national development through their dedication and resilience.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
