Your Excellencies, Ambassadors, Honorable Ministers, Honorable Members of Parliament, Traditional Leaders, Queen Mothers, Distinguished Guests, Esteemed Speakers, and all Participants: good afternoon.
March 8, International Women's Day, is for all nations to reflect and act, by advancing the achievements made so far, and going beyond to what lays untouched or unfinished.
It is a day to celebrate the historical, social, economic, cultural, and political contributions of Ghanaian women over the centuries, while also acknowledging the persistent challenges in achieving true gender equality.
This year's IWD 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, a landmark commitment to advancing women's rights globally.
