The Network of Women in Broadcasting (NOWIB) was officially launched and inaugurated today March 14, 2025 at the British Council in Accra, representing a significant advancement for gender equality in Ghana’s media landscape.
The event brought together distinguished guests including former Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture Hawa Koomson, Ryan Wilson, Head of Communication for the British High Commission, and representatives from IRDN, Media Foundation for West Africa, and Queens of Industry group. Also in attendance were representatives from GH Media School and Multimedia Institute. The launch was co-hosted by prominent broadcasters Eunice Tornyi and Sokohemaa.
During the ceremony, NOWIB’s General Secretary Bridget Mensah introduced the Executive Council, which is led by President Maame Biamah Akwafo, Vice President Afia AmanKwaah Tamakloe, and other key officials including General Secretary Bridget Mensah, Deputy General Secretary Fati Shaibu-Ali, Organizer Diana Akosua Adutwumwaa Britwum, Deputy Organizer Gifty Obeng, PR and Communications Officer Patience Opokua, Deputy PR & Communications Officer Abena Nyarko Kweikumah, Treasurer Georgina Kwarteng, and Deputy Treasurer Gloria Anderson.
The organization’s Board of Patrons was also introduced, consisting of Nana Yaa Konadu, Nana Yaa Brefo, and Honourable Fatimatu Abubakar.
Nana Yaa Konadu, Founder and Patron, delivered a compelling speech highlighting the rationale behind NOWIB’s formation. She emphasized that despite qualifications, dedication, and proven excellence, women in broadcasting continue to face systemic challenges limiting their full participation and recognition in the industry.
In her address, Konadu outlined several persistent issues including the gender pay gap, limited advancement opportunities, appearance-based pressures, and lack of mentorship. NOWIB’s mission, encapsulated in the tagline “Connecting. Empowering. Inspiring,” aims to address these challenges through targeted training programs, mentorship frameworks, policy advocacy, and building a supportive community.
Maame Biamah Akwafo, NOWIB’s President, focused on the organization’s vision for the future. She described NOWIB as more than just a professional association but “a powerful ecosystem where women in broadcasting can thrive professionally while finding holistic support they need as individuals.” Akwafo emphasized that NOWIB will integrate a robust social component, offering mentorship that extends beyond technical skills to include life coaching, mental health support, and work-life balance strategies.
Madam Miriam Boafowaa Opoku read a speech on behalf of the Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey. The Minister underscored the government’s commitment to supporting initiatives like NOWIB and highlighted the importance of gender-responsive institutions in implementing laws and policies effectively. She noted that her ministry is dedicated to working with media organizations to create safe, equitable workplaces for women in broadcasting.
Honourable Fatimatu Abubakar, who serves as a Patron of NOWIB, delivered a solidarity message emphasizing the need for unity among women in broadcasting to overcome industry challenges. She stressed the importance of mentorship and knowledge sharing to help young women navigate the complexities of the media landscape.
The launch was supported by several sponsors, including Blue Skies, Dede’s Classics, K.K Peprah Roofing, Capital View Hotel, Quash Ice Mineral Water, and Angel Bakery.
The establishment of NOWIB comes at a critical time when women in broadcasting face unique challenges in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. The organization aims to serve as a platform for skills development, knowledge exchange, and advocacy for gender equality in Ghana’s media industry.
