Effective Implementation of Affirmative Action Act Crucial for Gender Equality in Ghana: Convenor
September 10, 2025
Accra: Mrs. Sheila Minkah-Premo, Convenor of the Affirmative Action Law Coalition, has emphasized the importance of effectively implementing the Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Act, 2024 (Act 1121) as a crucial step towards achieving genuine gender equality in Ghana. She highlighted that the law’s passage in July 2024 marked a significant milestone following more than a decade of advocacy, but its real impact hinges on the commitment of institutions, policymakers, and society to enforce it. According to Ghana News Agency, Mrs. Minkah-Premo expressed concerns during a speech at the opening of a two-day stakeholder workshop on family law reform in Accra.