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Gender ministry holds stakeholders meeting on Domestic Violence Laws
In a significant step toward enhancing protections for survivors of domestic violence, the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection (MoGCSP), through its Domestic Violence Secretariat, held a stakeholders’ meeting on February 26, 2025.
The event brought together legal experts, social workers, civil society organizations, development partners, and other key stakeholders to review existing legislative measures and explore innovative tools to support survivors. 
Addressing the gathering, the Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, underscored the evolving nature of domestic violence, emphasizing that it manifests in various forms—including physical, emotional, sexual, and economic abuse.
She noted that while such issues were once considered private matters and rarely discussed openly, significant progress has been made in creating a legal framework that fosters public discourse and structured interventions.
“The advocacy from you as stakeholders cannot be overemphasized, and the Ministry is grateful for your input,” the Minister stated, reaffirming the government’s commitment to strengthening policies that protect the rights of the vulnerable.
Recognizing the increasing role of technology, the Minister highlighted the importance of leveraging artificial intelligence and digital platforms to enhance the fight against domestic violence.
A key highlight of the meeting was a presentation by legal expert Sheila Minkah-Premo on the intricacies of domestic violence laws, including Act 732, the Legislative Instrument (L.I.), and the National Plan of Action. The session provided an in-depth analysis of the legal framework, outlining key provisions and their practical implications for survivors and service providers.
Beyond legal reforms, the meeting also showcased advancements in survivor support mechanisms.
The Ministry launched an upgraded version of the Boame SGBV Mobile Application – a digital tool designed to provide immediate assistance and resources for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.
The stakeholders’ meeting reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening domestic violence laws and enhancing survivor support systems.
About 200 company secretaries, governance professionals and institutional leaders will gather in Accra for the ‘Company Secretaries Summit’ next month.
It is aimed at strengthening governance practices and enhance boardroom effectiveness across the country.
The summit, which is scheduled for July 16 at the Labadi Beach Hotel seeks to equip governance professionals with the knowledge, skills, and networks required to navigate the increasingly complex demands of modern corporate leadership.
It will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions focusing on emerging governance trends, boardroom dynamics, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, and stakeholder expectations.
According to the convener, Catherine Engmann, the summit comes at a critical time when governance professionals are under growing pressure to support sound decision-making, strengthen governance culture, and respond effectively to changing institutional and regulatory environments.
“This gathering is not just another conference. It is a platform for governance leaders who are already operating at the highest level and intend to stay there,” she said.
She noted that the programme was designed to provide participants with practical tools, fresh insights, and valuable professional connections.
According to Ms Engmann, a major highlight of the event will be the awards ceremony, which will recognise individuals and organisations that have demonstrated excellence in governance practice and made significant contributions to improving board effectiveness and corporate accountability.
She mentioned that the summit will also offer participants an opportunity to benchmark their practices against industry standards, exchange ideas with peers, and explore innovative approaches to governance challenges.
Beyond the formal sessions, the event is expected to foster networking and collaboration among governance professionals, helping to strengthen governance practices across Ghana’s corporate and institutional landscape.
Speaking about the vision behind the initiative, Ms Engmann, said the summit was inspired by the need to create a dedicated platform that recognises the critical role played by company secretaries and governance professionals.
According to her, the Company Secretaries’ Summit and Awards reflects her conviction that Ghana’s governance professionals deserve an annual platform where they can engage in meaningful discussions, build strategic relationships, and receive recognition for their contributions to effective governance.
Registration for the summit, she said was currently open, with interested professionals encouraged to secure their participation ahead of the event.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
-1 cup dried soya beans
-4–5 cups for water (for blending)
-Extra water for soaking
-Sugar, honey or dates (optional, for sweetness)
-Vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation
-Pick through the beans to remove stones or damaged seeds and rinse thoroughly
-Place them in a large bowl and cover with plenty of water. Soak for at least eight hours or overnight to soften it to blend easier
– After soaking, rub the beans with your hands as the skin begins to remove
– Removing the skins helps reduce the ‘beany’ taste and improves texture
– Put the soaked beans into a blender with 4–5 cups of clean water
-Blend until smooth and milky. (You may need to do this in batches depending on your blender size).
– Using a clean muslin cloth or fine sieve, strain the blended mixture into a pot. (Squeeze well to extract as much liquid as possible).
-The leftover pulp is called okara. Don’t throw it away — it can be used in baking, porridge, or even added to stews.
– Place the strained milk on medium heat and make it boil. Stir continuously to prevent burning or overflowing.
– Allow it to boil for at least 20–25 minutes. Proper boiling removes the raw taste and neutralises natural compounds that can upset the stomach.
-Once boiled a little sugar or honey. Pulse.gh
Health benefits of Soya beans
