
Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang joined a host of dignitaries, including former President John Agyekum Kufuor, to mourn the passing of Dr. Rosina Acheampong, a trailblazing educationist and Ghana’s first black headmistress of Wesley Girls High School. Dr. Acheampong’s remarkable leadership and dedication to education had a profound impact on countless individuals, and her legacy will undoubtedly continue to inspire future leaders.
Throughout her impressive career spanning over three decades, Dr. Acheampong achieved numerous milestones, including becoming the first woman to serve as Deputy Director-General of the Ghana Education Service ¹ ². Her contributions to education and women’s empowerment earned her several prestigious awards, including the Legendary Woman of the Year award in 2015 and a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019.
Dr. Acheampong’s impact on Ghana’s education sector is immeasurable, and her commitment to empowering women and girls has left a lasting legacy. May she rest in peace, and may her family and loved ones find comfort in the memories of her remarkable life and achievements.








Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO