The Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) Ladies Association (GRIDLASS) has commemorated this year’s Women’s Day celebration with a strong call for increased empowerment, inclusion, and equity for women in leadership and decision-making spaces.

Held under the theme, “Empowered women: Accelerating equity in power and leadership” last Friday, the event brought together management, staff, and distinguished guests to reflect on the critical role women continue to play in national development and the energy sector.

Delivering the keynote address, renowned communications specialist and Chief Executive Officer of Strategic Communications (StratComm) Africa, Esther Cobbah, urged women to embrace confidence, competence, and collaboration as essential tools for breaking barriers and advancing into leadership positions.

She emphasised that empowering women was not merely a social responsibility but a strategic necessity for organisational growth and national progress.

According to her, institutions must intentionally create opportunities that promote fairness, mentorship, and equal participation for women at all levels of leadership.

“Women must be encouraged and supported to take up leadership roles, not only for their personal advancement but also for the benefit of society as a whole,” she stated.

Mrs Cobbah further challenged women to continuously build their capacity, pursue excellence, and support one another in professional spaces.

The celebration also highlighted the achievements and contributions of women within GRIDCo, particularly in the traditionally male-dominated power sector.

Speaking at the event, the President of GRIDLASS, Azara Amadu reaffirmed the company’s commitment to promoting professional development, mentorship, and welfare initiatives that aim to empower female staff.

She noted that the association would continue to champion programmes that inspire women to rise into influential roles while contributing meaningfully to the growth of the organisation and the country.

She cited the appointment of the first and current Board Chair of GRIDCo, Kuukua Maurice Ankrah, as a remarkable achievement, expressing hope that the company would soon have its first female CEO.

The event featured a panel discussion centered on leadership and experiences, networking sessions, gender equity, and women’s empowerment and the launch of GRIDLASS leadership and excellence recognition awards.

Participants described the celebration as insightful and inspiring, expressing optimism that sustained efforts toward equity and inclusion would help shape a more balanced and progressive workplace.

From Ken Afedzi, Tema