Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has announced that the party will increase women’s participation in parliament and leadership positions by 30% if elected to office.
Speaking at the launch of the NDC Women’s Manifesto earlier today, he explained that the Affirmative Action Act, passed by parliament, would be fully implemented to ensure greater participation of women in parliament.
He emphasized that by 2030, the party aims to have women occupy 50% of seats in parliament, executive roles, and other sectors across the country.
Mr. Mahama added that implementing the Act is essential, as women are often excluded from leadership roles in the country.–
He said, “This is a bold step toward a future where women lead at the highest levels of politics and are economically empowered and have access to education and good health care to be able to thrive.”
“Women play a most critical role in our society and the NDC’s Resetting Ghana Manifesto which was launched on 24th August 2024 recognizes this. We have made clear in both policy and practice that our Ghanaian women are not just beneficiaries of development but they are also architects of development.”
“For us, the NDC, our mission is simple. Ghanaian women matter. We note the passage of the Affirmative Action Act and we intend to fully implement it when NDC comes into office.”
We’ll increase women’s representation in parliaments, in district assemblies and in leadership roles across all sectors. We will do this not only because it is the right thing to do but also because Ghana needs the best of its human resources to come on board.”
“By operationalizing the Affirmative Action Act of 2024, we will ensure that women hold at least 30 per cent of political appointments in 2025.”
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Source: Angelina Riley Hayford/ATLFMNEWS
