The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has rallied the media to move beyond reportage and play an active role in promoting gender equity as Ghana begins implementation of the Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Act. …
Gender Minister urges media to drive Affirmative Action Act ahead of 30% targetGhana Minute.
Friday, 15 May 2026
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Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey
Also known as: Mrs Lartey · Madam Lartey
Ghana's Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, leading initiatives on gender parity, disability inclusion, and social protection expansion.
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- May 2026
… Delivering opening remarks on behalf of the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, the Chief Director, Dr Marian W. …
Social work graduates urged to strengthen impact in social protection delivery… The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, commended the Network for its contribution to education and community development and assured that the Ministry remains open to partnerships with organisations whose work aligns with its mandate of pr …
GPGD Network seeks stronger partnership with Gender Ministry on education and social development… The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, who represented the Government at the event, welcomed the Global Gateway Initiative and described it as a timely opportunity to advance Ghana’s development agenda. …
EU announces €1bn Africa package at Ghana partnership milestone… The Ministry said the intervention was undertaken on the directive of the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, as part of efforts to safeguard the welfare and protection of children. …
Gender Ministry monitors North Legon child abuse case, says victim is responding to treatment… The assurance was given when Ghana’s nominee to the UNCRPD Expert Committee, Mawunyo Kuma Yakor-Dagbah, paid a courtesy call on the sector Minister, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, alongside officials from the disability community and other key stakeholders. …
Gender Ministry rallies support for Ghana’s bid to UNCRPD Expert Committee seat- April 2026
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, held a high-level engagement with the leadership of the Queen Mothers Association drawn from all 16 regions, aimed at strengthening collaboration on gender equality and community development. …
Gender Minister engages Queen Mothers to deepen push for gender parity, inclusive developmentThe Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to disability inclusion following an engagement with amputees during an awareness walk in Accra. …
Gender Minister engages amputees, pledges stronger push for disability inclusion… Speaking at the launch, the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, described the exercise as a “clear statement of commitment, reform and hope,” highlighting the government’s resolve to build a more responsive and credible system. …
Gov’t begins enrolment of 400,000 new households onto LEAP ProgrammeThe Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has deepened collaboration with traditional leadership after holding high-level talks with the Queen Mothers Association, made up of representatives from all sixteen regions of Ghana. …
Gender Ministry engages Queen Mothers on community development drive
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Gender Minister calls on media to promote Affirmative Action Act
The News
Ghana's Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection has urged journalists to move beyond reporting and actively promote the Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Act, which mandates minimum 30% representation of women across political, economic, and social institutions with a 2034 gender parity target.
Why it matters
Gender Minister's call for media to promote the Affirmative Action Act highlights Ghana's commitment to the 2034 gender parity target across institutions.
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Gender Minister calls on media to promote Affirmative Action Act
Ghana's Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection has urged journalists to move beyond reporting and actively promote the Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Act, which mandates minimum 30% representation of women across political, economic, and social institutions with a 2034 gender parity target.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
Tuesday 12 May
5th cohort of social work graduates completes training programme
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection graduated the 5th cohort of trainees under the Social Services Workforce Training Programme, equipping them with skills and knowledge for social protection delivery. Officials urged graduates to translate their training into meaningful community-level impact focused on protecting human dignity and ensuring no individuals or families are overlooked.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →
GPGD Network seeks partnership with Gender Ministry on education
The Graduates and Professionals of the Ga-Dangme Network has held discussions with the Ministry for Gender, Children and Social Protection to explore collaboration on education, women empowerment and youth development. The Network, established in 2023 with over 600 members, has identified and validated over 2,500 out-of-school children aged 8–16 through its partnership with Plan Ghana, now providing structured learning programmes ahead of reintegration into mainstream schooling.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Monday 11 May
EU launches €1bn Africa investment package at Ghana milestone
The European Union announced a €1 billion investment package for Africa under its Global Gateway Initiative to support infrastructure development, economic growth and digital transformation. The announcement by EU Ambassador to Ghana Rune Skinnebach marked 50 years of diplomatic relations between Ghana and the EU.
11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Friday 8 May
Gender Ministry monitors North Legon child abuse case progress
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has followed up on an alleged child abuse case in Accra where a young boy was reportedly tied to a motorbike and dragged, confirming that the child is responding positively to treatment at the University of Ghana Medical Centre but remains traumatised and in severe pain. The Ministry's team is coordinating with police investigations and has recommended psychosocial and social welfare support for the family.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Tuesday 5 May
Gender Ministry backs Ghana's bid for UN disability rights seat
Ghana's nominee to the Expert Committee of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, Mawunyo Kuma Yakor-Dagbah, met with the Gender, Children and Social Protection Minister to coordinate campaign strategy with disability stakeholders ahead of international elections. The government committed full backing through diplomatic and institutional channels to secure the seat.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 29 April
Gender minister meets Queen Mothers Association on gender parity
Ghana's Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection held a high-level engagement with leadership of the Queen Mothers Association from all 16 regions to strengthen collaboration on gender equality and community development. The delegation highlighted its role in promoting inclusivity and community participation, reaffirmed support for government initiatives, and called for deeper inclusion of queen mothers in governance structures.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Gender Minister pledges stronger disability inclusion support
The Gender Minister has reaffirmed the government's commitment to disability inclusion following an engagement with amputees during an awareness walk in Accra. Smiles of Hope presented a petition highlighting challenges including high prosthetic costs, limited psychological support, and the absence of a national amputee database.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Monday 27 April
Government enrolls 400,000 new households in LEAP Programme
Ghana has begun enrolling 400,000 newly eligible households onto the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) Programme, expanding the social protection scheme which has grown from 1,654 households in 2008 to approximately 350,000 prior to the latest reassessment. The initiative, led by the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, follows a nationwide reassessment and provides financial assistance to extremely poor households including the elderly, persons with disabilities, orphans, and vulnerable children.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Gender Ministry collaborates with Queen Mothers on development
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection held talks with the Queen Mothers Association, representing all sixteen regions, to advance gender equality and community-led development. The Queen Mothers outlined their mandate to promote inclusivity and grassroots development, and called for deeper engagement and stronger representation in governance structures.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →