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March 26, 2026
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Women’s Caucus Chair hints at motion to boost female MPs in Parliament
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Key Points
- Ada MP, Comfort Doyoe Cudjoe, plans to move a motion to increase the number of women in Ghana's Parliament.
- The initiative aims to raise female representation from the current 41 out of 276 members to 60.
- The Women's Caucus will conduct consultations with key stakeholders, including male MPs, to ensure broad support for the motion.
- A core strategy involves creating opportunities for male MPs in constituencies with female representatives to secure their active backing.
- This approach seeks to encourage wider acceptance by demonstrating benefits for all lawmakers, fostering cooperation rather than tension.
Why This Matters
This initiative is significant for Ghana as it directly addresses gender inequality in political representation, aiming to strengthen the country's democracy through more inclusive governance. Increasing women's participation in Parliament can lead to more diverse policy perspectives and better representation of the population's needs, ultimately contributing to broader social development.
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