Dr Frank Amoakohene, Ashanti Regional Minister, has stressed the need for all stakeholders to support the government to implement various initiatives aimed at providing financial resources to promote women businesses in the country.

He said the success of the government’s intention of establishing a Women’s Development Bank would greatly depend on collective efforts of all stakeholders.

“It requires the collective effort of all stakeholders – private sector partners, civil society organizations, and, most importantly, the women themselves,” he said, adding, that, “together, we can create an ecosystem that nurtures innovation, rewards hard work and ensures that no woman is left behind.”

Dr Amoakohene made the call in an address read for him, at the Women in Business Dialogue Series 2025, held in Kumasi.

The event was organized by the Business and Financial Times (B&FT) in partnership with Ecobank and support from Stanbic Bank, under the theme “scaling jobs for women through agribusiness and technology.”

It brought together women-led businesses, financial firms and trade associations and others, located in the Ashanti region to share experiences, celebrate achievements and foster plans to grow healthy business relationships and environment through technology and innovation.

The Amoakohene said the government recognized the invaluable roles women played and would not relent in empowering individual business owners but also catalyze economic growth across the regions.

“By investing in women, we are investing in families, communities, and the future of our nation,” he said.

He gave an assurance that, “Women Development Bank will be a game-changer for women-owned businesses, providing tailored financial solutions, capacity-building programmes, and a support system designed to address the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs.”

The Minister pointed out that, empowerment was not just about providing resources, but also about changing mindsets, challenging stereotypes, breaking down barriers, and creating a culture, where women were not only encouraged to dream big but rather, given the needed tools to turn those dreams into reality.

He said the Ashanti Region had been a hub of commerce and enterprise, reminding business operators to continue demonstrating resilience, creativity, and unwavering commitment to excellence.

Dr Godwin Acquaye, Chief Executive Officer, Business and Financial Times, said Ghana must invest in policies and initiatives that empowered women in agribusiness to ensure economic transformation.

He indicated that a thriving economy required more women in leadership, decision-making roles, and entrepreneurship.

The Dialogue, he said, was more than a discussion but a call to action.

“We must ensure that women have the right skills, networks, and financial resources to thrive in agribusiness and technology,” he stated.