Tema: The Daylight Events organisation has given awards to ten outstanding women in Tema and its environs for their achievements in sectors of the Ghanaian economy.

According to Ghana News Agency, the laureates include Madam Vincentia Kunpke Agba, founder of Agbamami Restaurant; Ms. Ebi Bright, politician and entrepreneur; Rev. Dr. Mrs. Joyce Orleans, founder of JOMADJ Christian College; Mrs. Elizabeth Amafua Tagoe, founder of the Global Training Institute; and Ms. Charity Dela Siameh, Assembly Member for Adjei Kojo. Others receiving recognition are Madam Edem Attipoe, former Tema West Municipal Chief Executive; Mrs. Josephine Hagan Eshun, founder of Bodybutter Spa Academy; Madam Susana Oppong, Car Sprayer; Mrs. Barbara Afful Asamoah, founder of Santa Barbara School; and Mrs. Evan Frimpong-Nyarko, founder of Fry ‘N’ Bake Restaurant.

The event gathered women from both the formal and informal sectors, who shared their experiences and pledged to support each other. Nana Yaw Opoku Danso, Director of Event for Daylight Events, conveyed to the Ghana News Agency that the recognition was part of the organisation’s International Women’s Day celebration, held annually on March 8.

Mr. Danso explained that the organisation acknowledged the impactful work of many women in Tema and its surroundings, choosing to recognise ten individuals initially, with hopes to expand in the future. He noted that the accomplishments of these women have far-reaching effects beyond their families, benefiting the entire society.

Mrs. Barbara Afful Asamoah, Founder of Santa Barbara School, expressed appreciation for the recognition and advised young women to avoid rushing into success. She emphasized the importance of reinvesting profits back into their businesses to establish a strong financial base.

Madam Edem Attipoe also voiced her gratitude, highlighting the importance of acknowledging contributions from women in various sectors. She advised young women to be cautious of unrealistic portrayals on social media and stressed the importance of partnership in marriage, rather than viewing it as a financial solution.