Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings Appointed to Pan-African Parliament

Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Member of Parliament for Klottey-Korle, has been appointed to Ghana’s delegation to the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), the legislative arm of the African Union (AU).

Her appointment marks a significant recognition of her growing influence in regional and continental governance.

Established as a platform to give voice to African citizens within AU structures, the Pan-African Parliament is composed of representatives from all 55 AU member states, with each country contributing five members, at least one of whom must be a woman.

The PAP’s primary mission is to promote democracy, good governance, and human rights, while strengthening cooperation and integration among African states.

Dr. Agyeman-Rawlings’ selection reinforces Ghana’s commitment to contributing experienced and dynamic legislators to the continent’s decision-making processes.

With a professional background as a medical doctor and noted work as an environmental advocate, humanitarian, and conflict resolution specialist, she is widely regarded as one of Ghana’s most progressive political voices.

Since entering Parliament in 2016, Dr. Agyeman-Rawlings, has served three consecutive terms as the MP for Klottey-Korle on the ticket of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).

She quickly distinguished herself with her focus on social equity, women’s empowerment, environmental sustainability, and security issues.

Currently, Dr Agyeman-Rawlings chairs Parliament’s Committee of Security and Intelligence Sub-Committee), where she plays a central role in shaping national security policy.

Her appointment to the Pan-African Parliament adds another dimension to her political journey and positions her to contribute meaningfully to legislative debates on pressing issues such as peace, climate change, public health, and youth empowerment across the African continent.

The Ghanaian delegation is led by First Deputy Speaker, Hon Bernard Ahiafor, with Majority Chief Whip, Hon Rockson Este Kwami Dafeamekpor, the Minority Chief Whip, Hon Collins Dauda, Hon Frank Annoh Dompreh, and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as members, while Hon Patrick Yaw Boamah, MP for Okaikwei Central serves as an observer.

Composition of the Pan-African Parliament

The Pan-African Parliament, headquartered in Midrand, South Africa, is made up of 275 legislators, five from each of the 55 AU member states.

The composition must reflect the diversity of political opinions within each member state’s national parliament, and must include at least one woman per delegation

Though currently serving primarily in an advisory and consultative capacity, the PAP is envisioned to eventually acquire full legislative powers.

In the meantime, it serves as a vital forum for promoting dialogue, development, and coordination of policies across Africa’s diverse political landscapes.