President John Dramani Mahama has expressed strong optimism that Ghana will soon make history by electing its first female president, signaling a transformative moment in the nation’s political landscape.
Speaking at the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women in Beijing, China, Mr. Mahama voiced his belief that Ghana is on the path to breaking long-standing gender barriers in leadership. The event, co-hosted by Chinese President Xi Jinping and UN Women, marked the 30th anniversary of the 1995 Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action on gender equality.
“I am confident that, in the very near future, our women will break the glass ceiling and that a woman will be President of the Republic of Ghana,” Mahama stated.
He acknowledged that while progress has been made globally and nationally toward gender equality, structural challenges and persistent gaps continue to hinder full realization of these goals. “We must therefore act with even greater resolve and innovation,” he urged.
Reaffirming Ghana’s dedication to advancing women’s rights, Mahama emphasized that efforts to promote women into leadership roles are not symbolic, but part of a strategic national agenda.
“These are not symbolic gestures; they are a deliberate affirmation that women deserve a seat at the highest levels of decision-making,” he said.
He also stressed that Ghana remains committed to gender parity across national institutions and is taking intentional steps to empower women in all sectors.
“Ghana remains steadfast in its pursuit of gender equality and the empowerment of women,” Mahama affirmed.
His remarks underscored a growing call for inclusive governance and a renewed push for female leadership at the highest levels of power.
