Dr Zanetor Rawlings elected 2nd Deputy President of the Pan-African Parliament

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Dr Zanetor Rawlings elected 2nd Deputy President of the Pan-African Parliament

Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, the Member of Parliament for Klottey, has been elected Second Vice President of the Pan-African Parliament.

The Member of Parliament for Klottey secured the position with a decisive vote of 131 against 51.

In a post shared on X, Rockson Dafeamekpor, the Majority Chief Whip, wrote, “

1. By 131 to 51 votes, the Hon. Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings has just been emphatically elected as the 2nd Deputy President of the Pan African Parliament in Johannesburg, South Africa.

2. This is the equivalent of a 2nd Deputy Speaker of the Pan-African Parliament in Johannesburg.

3. By this feat, she represents the West African Caucus as its 1st Female representative in that role in the history of Pan African Parliamentary politics.

4. Indeed, there is something in a Name!!!!!

A big Congratulations to her!!!”.

The Pan-African Parliament is an organ of the African Union.

They play a role in promoting integration, cooperation and democratic governance among member states.

Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as Second Vice President, she will be part of the bureau responsible for guiding the Parliament’s affairs and supporting its legislative and advisory functions.

Back home, Fifi Kwetey, the General Secretary of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), shared a post on social media, which has rekindled rumours of President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to appoint Dr Zanetor Agyeman Rawlings as Minister of Defence.

The NDC General Secretary dropped a cryptic post, which suggests that what is meant for one will come together at the right time.

In a social media post shared on Monday, March 23, 2026, Fifi Kwetey and Dr Agyemang Rawlings, the Member of Parliament for Klottey Korle, were captured in a photo, both smiling.

The NDC General Secretary, in his post, wrote, “Don’t rush your journey. What is meant for you will come together at the right time. Stay patient. Stay consistent.

“Have a great and peaceful week,”

In related news, rumours last year alleged that Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings was emerging as a top contender for the Defence Minister position.

According to reports, Zenator Agyemang-Rawlings is emerging as a strong favourite for the next Defence Minister, with many within the ruling National Democratic Congress and civil society pushing her nomination.

It has been alleged that her supporters argue that she brings integrity, discipline and a fresh strategic outlook, while insiders say discussions are intensifying ahead of an expected ministerial reshuffle.

However, Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings has reacted to being referred to as “incoming” amid speculation about a possible appointment as Defence Minister.

According to Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, she does not know anything about the speculation about her possible appointment as Defence Minister.

In a short video shared by The 1957News, Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings was captured as some persons referred to as the “incoming Minister of Defence”.

The MP was seen smiling as she was being referred incoming.

Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings then stated, “Guy, I don’t know about this,” as she continued smiling and was properly placing her scarf around her neck.

However, her denial did not stop the journalists from praising her, as they could be heard saying, “We are proud of you.”

The Member of Parliament for Klottey Korle continued to giggle as she descended from the staircase.

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