Dear Madam President Elect,
We, the African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA), extend our warmest
congratulations to you on your historic election as the first female President of the
Ghana Bar. This remarkable achievement shatters glass ceilings and paves the way
for gender parity, aligning with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal
5 and the 2030 Agenda.
Your ascension to this esteemed position marks a new era for the Ghana Bar and sets a commendable precedent for neighboring bars in Africa. We applaud the wisdom of your colleagues in choosing you, Efua Ghartey, to lead with the distinctive perspective and approach that only the feminine touch can bring.
As you embark on this remarkable journey, we express our eagerness to collaborate with your organization in advancing the rule of law and protecting
human rights across Africa. We are confident that your leadership will be marked by unprecedented success and impact.
We wish you, your team, and the Ghana Bar Association a tenure filled with memorable achievements, profound influence, and unwavering dedication to the pursuit of justice.
Please accept our sincerest felicitations and best regards.
Sincerely,
Mandy Demechi Asagba
FICMC, M.I.L.D, MDiv, BL, LL.B
President, African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA)