News:
March 8, 2013
The first Deputy Majority Chief Whip Hon. Hajia Mary Boforo has emphasized the need for Ghana as a country to do more to entice more women into Parliament by supporting them and removing obstacles that prevent them from coming to Parliament.
She said though the increase in the number of female MPs representing 10.9% (that is 30 out 275 members of parliament) in Parliament this year is laudable, the 30% women representation in Parliament target by the international community continues to be missed.
Speaking on the floor of Parliament to mark this year’s International Women’s day, Hon. Mary Boforo who is also theChairperson of the Parliamentary Women Caucus, stated that government should support allow young ladies to participate in that legislative process of this country to address issues that affect the African woman.
She noted that even though challenges exist with regards to our laws, she believes that Ghana has just enough laws and policies to promote the Gender Agenda. She however said what is lacking is the political will on the part of successive governments and political parties through which women assume political leadership.
Hon. Mary Boforo called on stakeholders including parents to effectively discharge their duties in safeguarding young girls and women, adding that the time has company to end gender violence.
Kwadwo Anim/Ghanadistricts.com