Congratulations to ALIWA Class VI (Nkyinkyim) Fellow, who was sworn in as Ghana’s Minister for Environment, Science and Technology in August, taking responsibility for a portfolio at the intersection of environmental protection, scientific innovation, and sustainable development. Her appointment followed parliamentary approval and places her at the forefront of efforts to strengthen Ghana’s response to environmental challenges while advancing science and technology as drivers of national development.
In her new role, Zanetor has emphasised balancing economic and technological progress with responsible stewardship of Ghana’s natural resources. She has also called for collaboration across government, academia, the private sector and communities to address challenges including climate change, environmental degradation and illegal mining — reflecting a leadership approach centred on shared responsibility and sustainable outcomes for future generations.
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