Accra, Ghana — Former Member of Parliament for Afram Plains North, Betty Mensah Krosbi, has called for greater protection and support for women in Ghanaian politics in the wake of criticism faced by Mary Awusi, who is CEO of Free Zones Authority.
The controversy began after Dr. Awusi made comments about the Church of Pentecost Chairman, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, following the latter’s remarks on galamsey activities. Although Dr. Awusi later retracted her statement and issued an apology, and the Chief of Staff Julius Debrah also formally apologized to Apostle Nyamekye, she continues to face public scrutiny and attacks.
Mensah Krosbi emphasized that such situations should not discourage women from participating in political discourse. “If a woman steps forward to defend her party, to speak boldly, and to take her place in national discourse, she should not be met with attacks that seek to silence or discourage her,” she said.
The former MP stressed that while constructive criticism is necessary, a culture of tearing women down must be rejected. “If we truly want more women in politics, then we must: support them when they speak, guide them when they err, and protect them from undue attacks that push others back into silence,” she added.
Mensah Krosbi’s comments highlight the ongoing challenges faced by women in Ghanaian politics, where public scrutiny often disproportionately affects female leaders, even when they take responsibility for mistakes.
“Let us build women—not break them,” she concluded, calling for solidarity and systemic support to ensure more women can participate actively in the nation’s political life.
