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The 6th edition of the National Women’s Summit and Expo, organised by Charterhouse Productions, was a resounding success.
The prestigious event was organised in commemoration of International Women’s Day, held on the 8th of March, 2024. The summit, themed “Inspire Inclusion,” was a platform for women to come together and discuss various topics related to women empowerment and leadership.
The engaging panel discussions and master classes were led by a diverse group of accomplished women from different generations and professions, including education, health and wellness, creative industry, and business.
This provided a unique opportunity for attendees to gain insights from successful women who have excelled in their respective fields.
In her opening speech, the convener of the event and the Chief Executive Officer (C.E.O) of Charterhouse, Theresa Ayoade applauded the various hurdles women are jumping to break the barrier.
She inspired the young generation to stand up and be more intentional in pursuing gender parity for themselves. She shed more light on the summit’s passion and quest to have the Affirmative Action Bill passed.
“For Advocacy, the NWS is passionate about the passage of the AFFIRMATIVE ACTION BILL and is collaborating with the AFFIRMATIVE ACTION BILL COALITION to advocate for the passage of the bill by Parliament. The NWS is also collaborating with PLAN INTERNATIONAL GHANA on their PAD BANK project aimed at providing female students in rural and deprived areas with sanitary pads so they do not have to miss out on school during their menstrual periods.”
The keynote speaker, Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, Vice Chancellor of the University of Ghana – in her speech highlighted the importance of taking deliberate measures to promote the participation of women in leadership, governance, corporate affairs, and international levels.
Using her own experiences, she highlighted points worth remembering, “If we dream of breaking the glass ceiling, aim to be the best version of yourself, understand your institution, keenly seek mentors and sponsors, develop your soft skills/people skills, develop coping mechanisms, don’t take things personal and finally, just keep going.”
She ended with a quote from Molly McCook, ‘Women should be celebrated every day, but a month dedicated to female empowerment is extremely special. It doesn’t just honour the iconic women who have changed history but encourages new generations to dream big and know that anything is possible’
The summit was truly inspiring, as it showcased the achievements and contributions of women in various sectors.
The panel discussions delved into important topics such as gender equality, work-life balance, and overcoming barriers in male-dominated industries.
The master classes provided practical knowledge and skills that could be applied in both personal and professional life.
The sessions were not only informative but also interactive, allowing participants to engage with the speakers and ask questions.
In addition to the panel discussions and master classes, the Expo was one of the major highlights of the event.
It featured a wide range of products and services that catered for the diverse interests of women.
From fashion and beauty to kitchen and home decor, the Expo provided a platform for women entrepreneurs to showcase their creativity and talent.
This not only promoted their businesses but also inspired other women to pursue their passions.
Overall, the 6th edition of the National Women’s Summit & Expo was a success, leaving attendees inspired and motivated.
The event showcased the power of women in leadership and highlighted the importance of inclusivity in all aspects of life.
It served as a reminder that women have the potential to excel in any field they choose and deserve equal opportunities for success.
The National Women’s Summit & Expo 6.0 was through the instrumentality of Geisha in partnership with Enterprise Life, Frytol, MTN, Ecobank, Joy FM, Focos, and powered by Charterhouse.
The Global Network of Export-Import Banks and Development Finance Institutions (G-NEXID) successfully held its sixth (6th) Exchange Programme, hosted by the Ghana Export – Import Bank (GEXIM) Bank in Accra from March 22 to 23 March.
The event brought together member institutions, partner organisations and Ghanaian public entities to advance dialogue on South-South trade, investment and development finance, while also creating opportunities for knowledge-sharing and institutional cooperation.
Organised as a capacity-building and networking platform, the 2026 edition of the G-NEXID Exchange focused on GEXIM’s experience in developing innovative solutions to promote intra-African and extra-African trade.
It also highlighted trade and investment opportunities in Ghana, particularly in the context of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and broader national development initiatives.
The Exchange Programme forms part of G-NEXID’s mandate to foster cooperation among export-import banks and development finance institutions in support of South-South trade and investment.
This 6th edition follows earlier successful programmes hosted by India Exim Bank (2016), BNDES (2017), Indonesia Eximbank (2018), Afreximbank (2019) and Saudi EXIM Bank (2025).
On the first day, participants were presented with G-NEXID institutional information and received an update on the Network’s 2026 work programme.
There were a series of substantive presentations, including an overview of the Ghanaian economy by the Ministry of Finance, with particular attention to debt-related challenges; a presentation by the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), on investment opportunities in the country; and institutional presentations by GEXIM and Development Bank Ghana (DBG) on their respective mandates, initiatives, products and services.
Discussions during the sessions underscored strong interest in sector-focused webinars and business dialogues, particularly in agribusiness value chains such as poultry and rice.
Participants also emphasized the importance of continued information exchange and the sharing of best practices, especially in the area of guarantees.
The second day opened with a presentation on the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme, a national economic transformation strategy launched by President John Dramani Mahama in July 2025.
The initiative aims to enhance economic productivity through continuous industrial activity, accelerated export development and strategic import substitution.
As the programme is expected to mobilise both private and development capital, it presents concrete opportunities for G-NEXID members in areas such as co-financing, guarantees, trade finance and technical cooperation.
The programme also featured institutional presentations by guest organisations, namely the African Guarantee and Economic Cooperation Fund (FAGACE) and the West African Development Bank (BOAD), which shared their mandates, initiatives, products and services.
Following these exchanges, the G-NEXID Secretariat held bilateral discussions with both institutions as part of the Network’s ongoing membership drive.
Participants further benefited from a presentation by the Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank (TDB), as well as a showcase of GEXIM’s key pipeline projects.
On the margins of the Exchange Programme, G-NEXID members also held their 20th Annual General Assembly Meeting to review progress and discuss strategic priorities.
Following the event, participants joined the GEXIM@10 International Conference, held from March 24-25, 2026 under the theme, “A Decade of Enabling Export Trade and Industrial Transformation: Resetting GEXIM for the Next Frontier.”
The conference provided an important platform for exploring how Ghana can strengthen its transition from a primary commodity exporter to a more competitive player in value-added trade and industrial development.
Source – G-NEXID
President John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, signed five bills including three amendment bills passed by Parliament into law.
They are: Security and Intelligence Agencies Bill, 2025; University of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences Bill, 2025; Ghana Deposit Protection (Amendment) Bill, 2025; Growth and Sustainability Levy (Amendment) Bill, 2026; and Education Regulatory Bodies (Amendment) Bill, 2026.
In a brief remark after assenting to the bills, President Mahama explained that the Security and Intelligence Agencies Act, 2026, scraps the Office of Minister of National Security and frees the President’s to appoint any Minister to supervise the security agencies.
He said it also reverses the name of the office of National Intelligence Bureau (NIB), to the original name, Bureau of National Intelligence, (BNI).
This the President said, addresses the confusion between that security agency and a well-known Ghanaian financial institution, the National Investment Bank.
President Mahama also noted that the University of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences Act, 2026, establishes another University in the Eastern Region, at Bonsu, with three campuses – the main campus at Bonsu in the Eastern Region, with the second campus to be cited at Ohawu in the Oti Region.
The third, the Presdient assed will be located at Acherensua in the Ahafo Region.
Touching on the Amendment to the Growth and Sustainability Levy Act, the President said, “As you’re aware, the act was amended to increase it from 1% to 3%, and so this act reduces it again. That is the levy on mining companies. It reduces it again to 1%, because of the introduction of the sliding scale of royalties.”
He also spoke to the passage of the Government Education Regulatory Bodies Amendment Act, emphasising that amends Act 1023 to grant greater flexibility to private tertiary institutions and the option to Charter.
The Ghana Deposit Protection Amendment Act, the President concluded, is an amendment to an original act that was supposed to guarantee deposits held in commercial banks or financial institutions.
It basically expands protection to include mobile money wallets and other digital platforms, ensuring a wider scope of digital financial assets are secured.
The signing ceremony, was witnessed by the Clerk of Parliament, Mr. Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, Secretary to the President, Dr Callistus Mahama, the Minister of Justice and Attorney General, Dr Dominic Akrutinga Ayine, Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, Joyce Bawa Mogtari, a Senior Presidential Advisor and a Special Aide to the President, Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, and the Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang.
