Ghana has underperformed in legislating the Affirmative Action Bill. - Takyiwaa Manuh

It was usual for a man to arrive first and to send for a spouse and children later after establishing himself, although there were also women who had arrived by themselves as autonomous migrants. The former occupations in Ghana of newer residents ranged from petty traders, artisans and schoolteachers to junior civil servants, although there were also a sprinkling of university graduates among them. However in general, newer residents were less educated than the older residents.

Ghana should give women the opportunity to take up prominent roles if the country wishes to experience development.

There are a lot of qualified persons in the country, with women not being an exception. It is a positive thing that should be encouraged.