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UPSA Honours Nana Konadu Agyemang-Rawlings for Pioneering Work in Women’s Empowerment and Social Development

8th December 2025

Ferdinand | EducationGhana | December 08 | UPSA Honours Nana Konadu Agyemang-Rawlings for Pioneering Work in Women’s Empowerment and Social Development

UPSA awards an honorary doctorate to former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyemang-Rawlings for her decades-long leadership in women’s empowerment, political participation, and national development.

Honouring a Decades-Long Legacy

UPSA has conferred an honorary doctorate on Nana Konadu Agyemang-Rawlings, recognising her remarkable influence on women’s rights and national development. She was represented at the ceremony by her daughter, Dr. Zanetor Rawlings.The award acknowledges her long-standing position as one of the most influential female leaders in Ghana’s contemporary history.

Leadership of the 31st December Women’s Movement

Nana Konadu is widely known for founding and leading the 31st December Women’s Movement, a groundbreaking organisation that transformed the lives of women across the country. The Movement launched schools, built early childhood centres, supported vocational training, and expanded opportunities for women in rural communities.Her work provided a model for community empowerment and became a reference point in discussions on gender development in Africa.

Championing Women’s Rights and Democratic Reform

Her advocacy contributed to major reforms in property rights, reproductive health, girl-child education, and social protection. She later moved into formal politics, becoming the first Ghanaian woman to contest for leadership in a major political party before establishing the National Democratic Party.This marked a significant moment in Ghana’s democratic evolution and women’s political participation.

A National Figure with Global Influence

Over the years, Nana Konadu has been invited to speak on gender, governance, and development at several international forums. Her influence and activism helped place Ghana’s women’s movement within broader global discussions about equality and social justice.Her recognition by UPSA reflects a leadership journey defined by courage, innovation, and an unyielding commitment to advancing the interests of women and vulnerable groups.

An Enduring Inspiration

The honour celebrates a lifetime of advocacy grounded in conviction and service. Nana Konadu’s legacy continues to encourage young women to participate in leadership and public service across the country.

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