Financial pressures, vote buying shut women out of politics – Rosemond Atutonu

The Executive Director of Global Action for Women Empowerment, Rosemond Ewoenam Atutonu, says financial pressures and vote-buying practices continue to prevent many capable women from participating fully in Ghana’s political leadership.

Ms Atutonu said some women who show interest in leadership are also discouraged by the financial demands associated with elections, including allegations of having to pay money to secure votes.

She noted that these responsibilities leave many women with little time and resources to engage in political activities or seek leadership positions from the local assembly level to national office.