As Government prepares to present the national budget tomorrow, FOSDA and the Working Group for Women Youth Peace and Security call for a clear commitment to Ghana’s Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda, beginning with adequate budgeting for developing the country’s third National Action Plan on WPS (GHANAP III).

Ghana’s second National Action Plan (GHANAP II) expired in December 2025. Its final evaluation found progress in some areas, alongside gaps in implementation, coordination and dedicated financing. These lessons should guide the next plan. GHANAP III must be developed through an inclusive process, with clear institutional responsibilities, measurable priorities, a costed implementation framework and strong accountability.

We therefore urge Government to make provision in the national budget for the development of GHANAP III and to establish a sustainable domestic financing framework for its implementation. This should include meaningful participation by women’s groups, civil society, security institutions and communities, so the plan reflects the realities and priorities of women and girls across Ghana.

Investing in WPS strengthens conflict prevention, community resilience and inclusive peacebuilding. A funded, practical and accountable GHANAP III would turn Ghana’s commitments into action and help ensure women’s leadership is recognised as essential to the country’s peace and security.