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She Triumph Conference 2024: The Omanye Royal Kingdom seed fund sponsorship
The second edition of the SHE TRIUMPH Conference, held on September 28 at the prestigious Adae Kese Hall of La-Palm Royal Beach Hotel, was an extraordinary celebration of resilience and determination among today’s women.
Building on the success of its inaugural event, this year’s conference brought together inspiring speakers, dedicated participants, and a community united in the mission to empower women.
Hosted by the esteemed Mrs. Deborah Borketey-Tackie, affectionately known as DebbyQueen.
The conference featured a remarkable lineup of speakers who shared their invaluable insights under the theme: “The Resilience and Determination of Womanhood.” Attendees were treated to empowering sessions that celebrated the achievements of women and fostered discussions on overcoming challenges.
A highlight of the conference was the Creative Woman Hub initiative, which was launched last year to equip women with essential skills. We are thrilled to announce that our graduates have excelled in their respective fields, thanks to the unwavering support of our dedicated sponsors.
In a competitive business pitch, (Akorfa Lawson) emerged as the winner, receiving a seed fund of GH₵10,000 to kick-start her business. The first runner-up was awarded GH₵5,000, along with vital equipment from the Omanye Royal Executives to aid her business setup, while the second runner-up received essential materials to support her entrepreneurial journey.
The conference also witnessed the unveiling of the Triumph Women Awards which seeks to honor women who are making impact in society and helping shape and transform lives in various sectors in the country.
As part of the initiative, 10 outstanding women received the noble award in different categories. The organisers of this award will roll out a road map for nomination in 2025 during the third edition of the She Triumph Conference.
“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors, including HM Life Mixture, and our cherished brands such as Frytol & Alife Soap, Bel Aqua & Bel Beverages, La-Palm Royal Beach Hotel, and many more. Their generous support played a crucial role in making the conference a resounding success. Special recognition goes to Dr. Emmanuel Bortey Borketey, CEO of HM Life Mixture, for his commitment to empowering women and driving positive change in society,” the organisers added.
The conference featured distinguished speakers, including Rev. Mrs. Josephine Pearl Fosu-Kwakye, who inspired attendees with her profound insights. Keynote speakers such as Ms. Doris Kwekwor Adjei, Ms. Adiza Ibrahim, Ms. Nancy Assor Asiedu-Amrado, and Ms. Gifty Boatemaa Annan shared their experiences, leaving attendees enlightened and motivated.
“We were honored to welcome Her Royal Majesty Queen Vickylextar, representing the Omanye Royal Kingdom as our special guest of honor and her entourage who came all the way from Canada. During the event, Queen Vickylextar knighted Mrs. Deborah Borketey-Tackie with the title “Lady Deborah,” in recognition of her exceptional contributions, with the support of the Omanye Royal Executive Council,” they added.
Attendees were also treated to numerous surprises and giveaways, generously sponsored by Homeland Ghana through the support of Mrs. Adiza Ibrahim.
The SHE Triumph Conference 2024 was not just an event; it was a movement towards greater gender equality and empowerment.
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Oxfam in Ghana donates medical equipment and essential drugs worth GH¢1.5 million to Kasoa Polyclinic
Oxfam in Ghana has donated medical equipment and essential drugs worth about GH¢1.5 million to the Kasoa Polyclinic to strengthen maternal and reproductive healthcare services in the municipality.
The presentation, which took place on Tuesday, June 24, 2026, at the premises of the clinic in Kasoa, formed part of the sustainability and legacy activities under the Power to Choose (P2C) Project.
The donated items included delivery beds, maternity beds, oxygen cylinders, neonatal resuscitation equipment, blood pressure monitors, newborn weighing scales, suction machines, delivery kits, essential medicines, medical theatre wear and other critical supplies to support quality healthcare delivery.
The Power to Choose Project is a seven-year initiative being implemented by Oxfam in Ghana in partnership with the Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG), WiLDAF Ghana, SEND Ghana, Norsaac and PARDA, with funding from Global Affairs Canada through Oxfam Quebec.
The project seeks to improve sexual and reproductive health and rights for young people, particularly adolescent girls, young women and young men living in vulnerable and marginalised conditions.
Addressing nurses and management of the hospital, the Country Director for Oxfam in Ghana, Mohammed-Anwar Sadat Adam, said the project, which began in 2021 and will run until early 2028, is being implemented in seven countries across Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.
He said Ghana and the Democratic Republic of Congo are the two African countries benefiting from the project.
Mr. Adam noted that the project has already trained about 102 health workers in areas including youth-friendly services, emergency obstetric and neonatal care, family planning, gender-based violence response, respectful maternity care and inclusive healthcare delivery.
He said Oxfam and its partners conducted assessments at beneficiary facilities and identified equipment needs to help improve healthcare delivery.
According to him, the donation would create safe spaces where young women and girls could seek healthcare services without fear or stigma and would improve health outcomes in the community.
Mr. Adam thanked the Government of Canada, the Ghana Health Service, the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Ghana (SOGOG), World Health Ghana and other partners for supporting the implementation of the project.
He urged the beneficiary facilities to ensure that the equipment is properly used and maintained to serve the community for many years.
A speech by the Municipal Health Director for Awutu Senya East, Dr. Stanley Kweku Yaidoo, which was read on his behalf by the Municipal Accountant, Rev. Dr. Askari Thomas, described the donation as timely and important.
He said quality healthcare delivery depends on manpower, financial resources and equipment, adding that healthcare workers cannot effectively deliver services without the necessary tools.
Dr. Yaidoo thanked Oxfam and its partners for selecting Kasoa as one of the beneficiary facilities and assured them that the equipment would be put to good use.
The Acting Medical Superintendent of Kasoa Polyclinic, Dr. Papa Kojo Arthur, expressed appreciation to Oxfam for its continuous support over the years through training and capacity building.
He said the equipment would greatly support the effective management of patients, particularly in maternal and child healthcare.
According to him, the donation would help reduce maternal and perinatal mortality in the municipality.
The donation formed part of efforts to strengthen the capacity of youth-friendly health facilities in eight implementing districts across five regions of Ghana to continue providing quality and accessible sexual and reproductive healthcare services beyond the lifespan of the project.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts (MoTCCA) has announced that an electronic copy of Ghana’s revised National Cultural Policy is now available online for free access by the public and stakeholders in the creative sector.
In a statement issued on June 22, the ministry said the revised policy was officially launched on June 9, 2026, at the National Theatre of Ghana in Accra.
According to the ministry, the decision to upload the document on its official website is aimed at ensuring widespread dissemination, increasing public awareness and promoting the effective implementation of the policy.
The ministry encouraged sector practitioners, stakeholders and members of the public to visit its website and read the document.
“The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, in the spirit of the Black Star Experience, remains committed to a transparent, inclusive and collaborative approach to building the better Ghana we want,” the statement said.
It added that it looks forward to the active participation of stakeholders in implementing the policy for the benefit of the country.
The ministry urged the public to take advantage of the free access to the policy document and familiarise themselves with its contents.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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