Female Ambassadors to Ghana Pay Courtesy Visit to Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyeman

On February 4, 2025, a delegation of accredited female Ambassadors to Ghana, led by Dr. Erieka Bennett, Founder of the Official Embassy for the 6th Region of Africa, paid a courtesy visit to Ghana’s Vice President, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyeman. The visit, held at the Office of the Vice President, reaffirmed the Ambassadors’ commitment to supporting Ghana’s development.

The high-level delegation included:

• H.E. Imane Ouaadil, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco and Dean of Women Ambassadors in Ghana
• H.E. Liliana Gomez, Ambassador of Peru
• H.E. Juliet Bynoe-Sutherland, High Commissioner of Barbados
• H.E. Miriam Montrat, High Commissioner of Canada
• H.E. Rosemary Mbabazi, High Commissioner of Rwanda
• H.E. Norma Ang Sanchez, Ambassador of Mexico
• H.E. Fidelia Graand-Galon, Ambassador of Suriname
• H.E. Dr. Badreyya Al Shehhi, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates
• H.E. Cecilia Obono Ndong Nchama, Ambassador of Equatorial Guinea
• Dr. Toni Luck, Co-Founder of DAF

Commitment to Ghana’s Development

During the meeting, the female Ambassadors pledged their support to the Vice President and reiterated their dedication to fostering Ghana’s growth. Dr. Erieka Bennett, also presented an overview of the DAF Youth Empowerment and Training Center (DAFYETC), a flagship initiative aimed at equipping young people with essential skills in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

As part of this initiative, DAFYETC pledged 20 scholarships to the Vice President’s office to support youth empowerment in Ghana. The center is now actively open to young people, offering training in digital skills to enhance their employability and bridge the ICT skills gap.

Strengthening Future Collaborations

The meeting concluded on a positive note, with all parties expressing enthusiasm for future partnerships and reaffirming their commitment to mutual support. The delegation’s visit marks a significant step in advancing diplomatic relations and fostering greater cooperation between Ghana and the international community.

Source: GhanaNewsOnline