Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey

Also known as: Her Excellency, Honorable Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey · Madam Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey · Mrs. Botchwey · Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey · Honorable Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey

Commonwealth Secretary-General who expressed concern over violent attacks against migrants from Commonwealth countries and discussed women's leadership development.

2026-04-252026-09-13

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April 2026
26 AprJoy Online
… Other honourees included former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Nana Kwame Bediako, leader of The New Force, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Alex Apau Dadey, Speaker Alban Bagbin, and Inspector General of Police Christian Tetteh Yohuno. …
Asantehene honours Prophet Uche with gold coin at 27th anniversary gala
25 AprJoy Online
… Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, attended as Special Guest of Honour, reflecting the growing global recognition of the Asantehene’s role in peacebuilding.
The world needs “leaders like Otumfuo” – Sam Jonah

Politics

Ghana Embassy staff extorted $19.4 million from visa applicants

The News

A forensic audit by the Auditor-General found that Ghana's Washington Embassy staff operated an elaborate scheme from 2019 to 2025 to extort money from visa and passport applicants, generating $19.4 million in illegal funds through fake websites and inflated charges. Embassy IT Officer Fred Kwarteng used websites including GhanaPV.Org—which mimicked the official Embassy site—to charge applicants $29.75 for services that cost around $10.1.

11 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 11 August

Ghana Embassy staff extorted $19.4 million from visa applicants
A forensic audit by the Auditor-General found that Ghana's Washington Embassy staff operated an elaborate scheme from 2019 to 2025 to extort money from visa and passport applicants, generating $19.4 million in illegal funds through fake websites and inflated charges. Embassy IT Officer Fred Kwarteng used websites including GhanaPV.Org—which mimicked the official Embassy site—to charge applicants $29.75 for services that cost around $10.1.
11 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 23 July

NPP Loyal Ladies meet Commonwealth Secretary-General
A delegation from the NPP Loyal Ladies UK and Ghana visited Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey at Marlborough House in London on 20 July 2026 to discuss women's leadership, mentorship, and empowering the next generation of female leaders. The Secretary-General encouraged the delegation to continue investing in leadership development and emphasized the importance of resilience, integrity, preparation, and continuous learning for women in politics and governance.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 5 May

Commonwealth Secretary-General condemns migrant attacks in member states
Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey expressed concern over violent attacks against migrants from Commonwealth countries, citing recent incidents in South Africa as particularly worrying. She said the Commonwealth plans to partner with the International Organization for Migration to help member states manage migration issues and support labour mobility.
5 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 4 May

Asantehene honours mining entrepreneur Angela List
The CEO and founder of Nguvu Mining Limited, Angela List, was honoured by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at a ceremony marking 27 years of his enstoolment, receiving a commemorative gold coin award alongside President Mahama and other national figures for contributions to national security and socio-economic advancement.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Asantehene honours mining CEO Angela List at enstoolment ceremony
Angela List, CEO and founder of Nguvu Mining Limited, has been honoured by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at a ceremony marking 27 years of his enstoolment. She received a commemorative gold coin award alongside President Mahama and other national figures for contributions to socio-economic advancement.
4 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Sunday 3 May

Asantehene praises KGL Group as model Ghanaian enterprise
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II hailed KGL Group and its Executive Chairman Alex Apau Dadey as an exemplary indigenous Ghanaian enterprise during a coronation anniversary dinner in Kumasi, citing the company's completion of a mental health facility at KNUST's medical school and its payment of GHc 153 million in taxes this year.
3 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 29 April

Warri Queen praises Asantehene at 27th anniversary celebration
The Queen of Warri Kingdom, Ivie Atuwatse III, attended the 27th Coronation Anniversary of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at Manhyia Palace, where she praised his leadership and cultural preservation. Ogiame Atuwatse III also received the Pillar of Peace Award for his commitment to unity and cultural preservation.
29 April 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 28 April

President Mahama hails Asantehene's 27 years of leadership
President John Dramani Mahama has described Otumfuo Osei Tutu II as a national asset whose peace mediation skills have helped restore peace in Dagbon and Bawku over his 27-year reign. Mahama praised the Asantehene's sacrifice of time, energy and resources in service to the nation.
28 April 2026 · Daily Guide →
Otumfuo honours Prophet Uche at coronation anniversary event
Prophet Eric Boahen Uche, General Overseer of Reign House Chapel, received the Otumfuo Commemorative Gold Medal at a Diaspora engagement event marking Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's 27th coronation anniversary, held at Manhyia Palace and organised by E ON 3 Group in collaboration with the Diaspora Affairs Office.
28 April 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 27 April

Asantehene honours national leaders on 27th enstoolment anniversary
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II marked the 27th anniversary of his enstoolment on the Golden Stool by honouring national leaders and prominent figures for their contributions to peace and stability. President John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Akufo-Addo were among awardees presented with commemorative gold coins for their roles in peacebuilding and national development.
27 April 2026 · The Chronicle →

Sunday 26 April

Asantehene honours Prophet Uche at 27th anniversary gala
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, presented Prophet Eric Uche Boahen, founder of Reign House Chapel, with a commemorative gold coin at a World Meets in Ghana Executive Gala held at Manhyia Palace on April 24, 2026, recognising his contributions to spiritual development, youth empowerment, and community transformation. The event celebrated the monarch's 27th anniversary on the throne and brought together political, traditional, religious, and business figures.
26 April 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 25 April

Sam Jonah praises Asantehene's leadership model for global peace
Sam Jonah, Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, has commended Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's leadership at a 27th anniversary gala in Kumasi, describing his commitment to dialogue and mediation as a credible alternative to confrontation-driven global politics and a model the world should emulate.
25 April 2026 · Joy Online →