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Gender Ministry marks 2025 International Women’s Day
The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection (MoGCSP), through the Department of Gender and its development partners, commemorated the 2025 International Women’s Day (IWD) with a symbolic “Empowerment Walk” through the principal streets of Accra on Friday, March 7, 2025.
The event aimed to raise awareness and garner support for gender equality.Promote the protection of women’s and girls’ rights.
Celebrate progress made toward gender equality since the Beijing Declaration 30 years ago.
This year, Ghana adopted the global IWD theme,“For All Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” with the campaign hashtag #ForAllWomenAndGirls to reinforce the commitment to gender inclusivity and advancement.
Delivering the keynote address, the Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, highlighted strides made in promoting gender equality, citing key initiatives such as the Affirmative Action Act and the establishment of the Women Development Bank.
She also acknowledged the historic achievement of Her Excellency Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang as Ghana’s first female Vice President, describing it as a milestone that inspires women to aim higher.]
The Minister further emphasized the Ministry’s dedication to empowering women by providing platforms for them to showcase their innovations.
She also assured continued support for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence through the Orange Support Center and the BOAME Mobile Application.
Speaking at the event, the Chief Director of MoGCSP, Dr. Afisah Zakariah, stressed the importance of investing in women and girls for national development.
She commended women for their immense contributions to Ghana’s progress and applauded men who actively support gender equality and women’s empowerment.
In a solidarity message on behalf of stakeholders and development partners, the Country Director of UNFPA, Dr. David Wilfred Ochan, reaffirmed UNFPA’s commitment to working closely with the Ministry to advance gender equality.
He pledged additional support to amplify efforts that promote equal rights and opportunities for women and girls across the country.
Concluding the event, the Director of the Department of Gender, Madam Faustina Acheampong,called for greater attention to issues affecting women and girls.
She emphasized the need to break down stereotypes that limit opportunities for women, urging society to recognize their vital role in national development.
The 2025 International Women’s Day celebration served as a strong reminder of Ghana’s commitment to gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls.
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Stonebwoy’s electrifying London concert : A Story of Resilience and Triumph
London came alive as one of Ghana’s finest musical exports, Stonebwoy rocked thousands at the Up and Running Tour concert held at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire.
The show opened with Stonebwoy emerging in silhouette form, standing atop a riser.
The shadowed figure created an air of mystery, leaving the crowd eager to see the man behind the shape.
As the opening notes of his song “Hero” filled the venue, the lights dramatically revealed him now fully visible — wearing a striking ensemble that told a deeper story.
Stonebwoy’s attire was no accident he wore a tattered jacket, Rick Owens pants and Balenciaga footwear adorned with chains.This look wasn’t just fashion; it symbolized resilience.
The torn clothes represented the negativity, criticism, and adversity he’s faced as a visual metaphor for the attempts to tear him down.
The chains further amplified this, reflecting the weight of judgment and challenges placed upon him.
Despite it all, there he stood proud, powerful, and still standing tall as a hero for his people.
The transition into up and running set:
In a powerful shift, Stonebwoy’s second set began from the upper level of the crowd, this time dressed in pristine white.
This transition was a statement no matter how much negativity is thrown his way, no matter how hard people try to break him, he remains true to his purpose: uplifting and inspiring his fans.
His presence among the crowd symbolized his unwavering connection to the people, a reminder that his journey, his struggles, and his triumphs are all for them.
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Health Minister pays working visit to Ahanta West Municipal Hospital
The Minister of Health, Mintah Akandoh has paid a working visit to the Ahanta West Municipal Hospital- Bokro in the Western Region to assess the state of the facility.
The hospital, which is one of the health facilities under the Agenda 111 project was commissioned by the previous administration to improve healthcare infrastructure across the country.
Speaking during his visit, Akandoh emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring the completion of the Agenda 111 hospitals.
However, he revealed that at the time of its commissioning, the facility was nowhere near ready to serve the public.
“I have a clear instructions from Mr. President to assess all agenda 111 project and give him a blue print as the way forward,” he stated.
The Health Minister, along with officials from the Ministry of Health, toured the facility to evaluate the extent of work done so far and identify key areas that require intervention.
The assessment aims to facilitate strategic planning for the completion and operationalization of the hospital to serve the health needs of residents in Ahanta West and beyond.
“When we talk about a hospital being in operation, it is not just the brick and mortar that is why I was requesting
