Minister-Designate for Roads and Highways, Kwame Agbodza, has stressed the importance of ensuring equal opportunities for all, regardless of gender, in the roads and engineering sectors.
During his ministerial vetting on Monday, January 20, 2025, Agbodza acknowledged the underrepresentation of women in these fields.
“I know few female road contractors, the same applies to engineering,” he said, highlighting the need for conscious efforts to address this imbalance. Agbobza, who was a champion for the passage of the Affirmative Action Act, stressed the importance of creating an enabling environment for women to participate fully in various activities.
As a father, Agbobza voiced his wish for his daughter to have boundless opportunities, free from the limitations of her gender.
“I want my daughter to grow up to be whatever God wants her to be. And there shouldn’t be any barrier based on her gender,” he said.
The Affirmative Action Act, enacted in July 2024, seeks to boost women’s participation in political, economic, and societal sectors to at least 30% by 2026 and 50% by 2030.
Agbobza’s dedication to advancing gender equality and equal opportunities aligns with the government’s focus on infrastructure development and economic growth.
As the Minister of Roads and Highways Designate, Agbobza is set to play a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s infrastructure while fostering opportunities for all Ghanaians.
