A milestone moment for Ghana’s media environment occurred on March 14, 2025, at the British Council in Accra—the birth of the Network of Women in Broadcasting (NOWIB). The newly formed organization will rewrite the narrative for women in broadcasting, advancing equality, empowerment, and development.
The event was inspiring, attracting a remarkable list of guests. These were led by former Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture Hawa Koomson, British High Commission Head of Communication Ryan Wilson, and representatives of leading organizations like IRDN, Media Foundation for West Africa, and the Queens of Industry. Learning institutions like GH Media School and Multimedia Institute were also represented, pointing to broad support for this momentous event.
Award-winning presenters Eunice Tornyi and Sokohemaa, who helped to establish the tone for a day of hope and change, graciously and charmingly hosted the event. The ceremony’s highlight was the formal introduction of NOWIB’s Executive Council. President Maame Biamah Akwafo is at the helm, assisted by Vice President Afia AmanKwaah Tamakloe, General Secretary Bridget Mensah, and a team of effective officers. The organization also unveiled its Board of Patrons, comprised of veteran media stalwarts Nana Yaa Konadu, Nana Yaa Brefo, and Fatimatu Abubakar.
Founder and Patron Nana Yaa Konadu delivered a keynote speech, providing perspective on the daily realities women in broadcasting face. She spoke candidly about salary disparities, limited career promotion prospects, appearance-based criticism, and a lack of mentoring programs. “Women in broadcasting are breaking glass ceilings, yet systemic issues persist,” Konadu stated. NOWIB, she added, is a call to action in light of such issues—a platform that seeks to connect, empower, and inspire.
President Maame Biamah Akwafo took the stage to cast a vision for what NOWIB is striving for. She described the organization as a “thriving ecosystem” where female professionals can thrive while getting well-needed personal support. Through mentorship programs, mental health support, and work-life balance initiatives, NOWIB is committed to growing its members in every aspect.
Speaking on behalf of Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Miriam Boafowaa Opoku reaffirmed the government’s commitment to gender equality. She highlighted the importance of partnerships with organizations like NOWIB to provide safe, inclusive workplaces for women in the media.
Patron Fatimatu Abubakar’s solidarity message was the same, calling for collective effort. “We have to stand together, mentor each other, and share knowledge,” she urged. She underscored the necessity of uniting to address the challenges faced by women in today’s fast-changing media world.
As the broadcasting industry in Ghana continues to evolve, NOWIB is a force of hope and change. By facilitating skills development, advocacy, and creating a sense of community, NOWIB will enable women to overcome challenges within the industry and thrive despite them.
In the words of NOWIB’s slogan, “Connecting. Empowering. Inspiring, ” the future of broadcasting in Ghana just got brighter.
