Author: RTI Commission

On Tuesday 19th August ,2025 the Right to Information Commission (RTIC) officially launched its 5th Anniversary celebrations alongside the annual RTI Month at a press briefing held at the RTIC Head Office, Dzorwulu.

The event was chaired by the Executive Secretary, 𝗠𝘀. 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗟𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝘆 , Esq. This year’s celebration is themed: “𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖 @𝟱: 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗿𝗮.”

In her remarks, Ms. Lartey emphasized that the 5th Anniversary is not merely a celebration, but also a call to action. She urged the Commission and Stakeholders to reflect on progress made over the past five years, recognize the challenges that remain, and renew their shared responsibility in advancing transparency and accountability in Ghana.

The Executive Secretary also outlined a series of activities planned to mark the milestone, including;

• Media and Civic engagements

• A Stakeholders’ Conference

• Team bonding programmes and

• Thanksgiving Service.

She further indicated that the Commission will join the International community in commemorating the 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗜𝗗𝗨𝗔𝗜), later this year. Members of the press present were also given the opportunity to ask questions.

In attendance were Mrs. Elizabeth Asare, (Deputy Board Chair) Nana Kwame Duah and Mrs. Victoria Susuawu, (Board Members) as well as Management and Staff of the Commission.

On Monday, 11th August 2025, the Executive Secretary of the Right to Information Commission, Ms. Genevieve Shirley Lartey, Esq., led a delegation from the Commission to the Ceremonial Garden at Jubilee House to pay their last respects to the eight compatriots who tragically lost their lives in a recent helicopter crash.

The delegation included Mr. Stephen Owusu, Esq., Head of the Legal Department; Ms. Kate Swanzy, General Manager, Administration; Mr. Vincent Opoku, General Manager, Finance; Ms. Audrey Korlekuor Odjeawo, Executive Assistant to the Executive Secretary and Mr. Frederick Kofi Amoah, Corporate Affairs Unit.

The Commission joins the nation in mourning the loss of these patriots.

May the souls of the departed rest in peace.

The Right to Information Commission of Ghana participated in the 2025 International Conference for Information Commissioners (ICIC) held from June 23rd to June 25th, 2025, in Berlin, Germany. This significant global gathering brought together Information Commissioners and professionals from across the world to exchange ideas, best practices and innovations related to the promotion and protection of the right of access to information. The purpose of the ICIC is to enhance transparency, accountability and citizen engagement through effective information governance practices.

Representing the Commission at this year’s conference were Ms. Genevieve Shirley Lartey, the Executive Secretary and Nana Kwame Duah, Member of the Governing Board. Their participation underscored Ghana’s commitment to the principles of openness and accountability which are essential to democratic governance. The conference served as a valuable platform for sharing Ghana’s experiences and challenges in implementing effective right to information systems, while fostering collaborative solutions to common issues among participating countries.  

During the conference, the Commission presented a comprehensive report on its successful collaboration with UNESCO, which culminated in Ghana hosting the 2024 International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI). This collaboration focused not only on advocacy for the right to information but also on raising awareness among individuals and institutions about the significance of universal access to information as a fundamental human right.  

Furthermore, the Commission shared updates on its public sensitization initiatives,  including targeted outreach to churches and mosques. These engagement activities play a critical role in promoting a culture of information-sharing and transparency within communities, encouraging citizens to actively exercise their right to access information.

It highlighted the critical role that  access to information plays in empowering citizens, strengthening civic engagement, and enhancing democratic values. Through continued collaboration, knowledge sharing and the adoption of effective practices, the RTI Commission remains dedicated to building a more open and informed society where information is accessible to all.  

On Monday, 14th July 2025, the Executive Secretary of the Right to information Commission, Ms. Genevieve Shirley Lartey Esq., led a delegation on a courtesy working visit to the GIZ Ghana Country office in Cantonments Accra.

The visit aimed to strengthen collaboration between the two institutions in promoting transparency and accountability in public governance. The visit also served as an opportunity to formally introduce Ms. Lartey in her new role as Executive Secretary, following her recent appointment by His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama. She was warmly received by Ms. Astrid Kohl, GIZ Country Programme Director and Mr. Kweku Lartey Obeng, Component Manager.

The RTI Commission delegation included Mr. Stephen Owusu, Esq., General Manager- Legal Department, Mr. Kofi Amoah Sarpong, General Manager PPBME & EIC Department, Mr. Michael Duodu – Sakyiama, PPBME, Ms. Audrey Korlekuor Odjeawo from the Executive Secretary’s office and Mr. Frederick Kofi Amoah, Corporate Affairs.

Ms. Lartey expressed appreciation to GIZ Ghana for its longstanding support and emphasized the importance of strengthening the partnership to enhance transparency and accountability within the public governance space. She reiterated the commission’s commitment to promoting and enforcing the constitutional right of access to information which remains a cornerstone of democratic governance and public accountability.