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Don’t hesitate to sign the passed Affirmative Action Bill- Della Sowah tells President Akuffo Addo
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Member of Parliament for the people of Kpando and former Deputy Minister for Gender Children and Social Protection, Della Sowah has urged the President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to append his signature to the passed Affirmative Action Bill without hesitation.
According to her, this would be an expression of interest by the President in issues regarding women.
The Parliament of Ghana on Tuesday passed the Affirmative Action, Gender Equity Bill 2024 after many years of consideration.
The purpose of the bill is to effectively address social, cultural, economic and political gender imbalances in the country, stemming from historical discrimination against women and persistent patriarchal socio-cultural systems and norms.
The bill also seeks to ensure gender equity in both the public and private sector.
Speaking to a section of the Media Della Sowah said that she doesn’t want to see this passed Bill end up like the others the President refused to sign.
She called on all well-meaning gender activists to constantly knock on the doors of the president to ensure that he appended his signature to the passed bill.
According to her, regardless of the state of the bill, it is a step in the right direction in addressing issues of inequalities amongst different genders.
The Member of Parliament added that it would ensure that a significant number of women hold key positions in governance, public life, and decision-making, ultimately improving the lives of women across the country.
Della Sowah commended Parliament for the good work done in their quest to create a just society to liberate and elevate women to their rightful place in society.
She also thanked the Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin for his guidance and role, adding that without him it wouldn’t have been possible.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
President John Dramani Mahama today cut the sod for the construction of a 24-Hour Economy Model Market in Juapong, North Tongu District, marking the commencement of a transformative project aimed at boosting local commerce, creating sustainable jobs, and driving economic growth in the Volta Region.
The sod-cutting ceremony formed part of the President’s two-day ‘Resetting Ghana Tour’ of the Volta Region.
Addressing residents and stakeholders, President Mahama described the proposed facility as a modern economic centre designed to empower farmers, traders, entrepreneurs, and small businesses.
He noted that beyond serving as a marketplace, the project will provide critical infrastructure for storage, processing, packaging, distribution, digital commerce, and access to financial services.
The President reaffirmed Government’s commitment to accelerating development across the Volta Region through strategic investments in roads, healthcare, education, agriculture, transport, markets, and agro-industrial initiatives.
He highlighted Juapong’s strategic location and economic potential, indicating that the town is well-positioned to emerge as a key commercial and industrial destination within the region.
As part of the flagship 24-Hour Economy programme, the Juapong Model Market will be among the largest facilities under the initiative.
The project has been designated as a Category Four Market, the highest classification within the programme, reflecting its significance to the region’s economic transformation.
Broadcast journalist and aspiring National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Gomoa West, Blessed Godsbrain Smart, popularly known as Captain Smart, has pledged to embark on major infrastructure development if elected to represent the constituency in Parliament.
Speaking on Onua TV platform, Captain Smart said his priority would be to transform Gomoa West through extensive development projects.
“I will turn the constituency into a construction site,” he declared, stressing his commitment to improving infrastructure across the area.
Although much of his remarks focused on rallying supporters in local languages, he repeatedly assured residents that they would witness significant development under his leadership.
Captain Smart also urged party supporters to remain united and actively participate in the party’s internal activities ahead of the parliamentary primaries.
He expressed confidence in his bid and promised to work hard to improve the lives of people in Gomoa West if given the opportunity to serve as their parliamentary candidate.
By: Jacob Aggrey
