AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) Obuasi Mine marked International Women’s Day 2026 by hosting a Dinner and Awards Night at the AGA School Park, embracing the global theme “Give to Gain.” The theme underscores that deliberate investment in women through equal opportunities, education, mentorship, and recognition does not diminish resources but multiplies progress for families, communities, businesses, and society at large.
The evening brought together employees, community leaders, partners, and guests to honour women who have excelled in education, entrepreneurship, community service, professional roles, and advocacy.
Samuel Boakye Pobee, Managing Director of AGA Obuasi Mine, used the occasion to reaffirm the company’s commitment to gender equity.
“We are giving equal opportunities to both men and women,” Mr. Pobee told the media. “There should be no gender disparities when it comes to profession. Both men and women write the same exams, and some women even perform better than some men.”
The awards recognised 28 outstanding women across nine categories, reflecting the theme’s emphasis on giving recognition and support to unlock broader benefits.
Award Recipients
- Best Performing Students – KNUST Obuasi Campus (4 awards)
- Juliet Tawiah Kwarteng – College of Health Sciences
- Dorcas Arhin – College of Science
- Gifty Akos Awumey – College of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Daniella Agyeiwaa Donkor – College of Engineering
- Outstanding Woman-led Business Owner (1 award)
- Ruth Donkor – Ruthai Company Limited
- Outstanding Female Supplier (1 award)
(Recipient details not specified in available records) - Contractor with the Highest Female Representation (1 award)
- MD – Magnum Force (Magnum Force)
- Outstanding Female Community Member (1 award)
- Dr. Love Konadu – Mama Love Foundation
- AGA Employees
- Males (6 awards) – Refer to AGA HR list
- Females (3 awards) – Refer to AGA HR list
- Best Female Employee – Contractor (5 awards)
- Patience Amoakoa Agyei – UMA
- Patricia Foushene – Pamico
- Quantum (recipient not individually named)
- Kenzad (recipient not individually named)
- (One additional recipient)
- Award for Outstanding Woman with Disability (2 awards)
- Mariama Musah – Obuasi Municipal Federation of PWDs
- Genevive Basigah (Deaf) – Obuasi East Municipal Federation of PWDs
- Best Female Public Service Employee (4 awards)
- Agnes Amoah – Obuasi Municipal Assembly (OMA)
- Stella Frimpong – Obuasi East Municipal Assembly (OEMA)
- Police Service (recipient not individually named)
- Fire Service (recipient not individually named)
The awards highlighted not only individual accomplishments but also the broader push for gender balance in education, employment, entrepreneurship, and community leadership in Obuasi and surrounding areas.AGA Obuasi Mine has consistently promoted women’s advancement through targeted training, equal recruitment practices, and community partnerships.
The 2026 IWD event aligns with the global theme of recognising women’s contributions while calling for continued action on inclusion and equity.Obuasi Today congratulates all the awardees and commends AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine for this meaningful celebration. The recognition of these women serves as an inspiration to young girls and professionals across the municipality.