Ghanaian singer Wendy Shay has talked about how women are often undervalued in leadership, stressing that society still struggles to see women as capable decision-makers.
Known in private life as Wendy Asiamah Addo, the ‘Survival’ singer expressed concern that traditional gender roles continue to shape perceptions about women’s abilities in an interview on GHOne TV.
“I think in this part of the world, women have always been seen to play a particular role. Women are not really considered to be leaders. Your place is in the kitchen while the man has to go out and work,” she said.
According to her, this mindset is slowly evolving as more women challenge stereotypes and take charge in male-dominated spaces.
“Gradually, the narrative is changing. I feel like as a woman, you have to keep on proving yourself that you can really be a leader and you’re emotionally and mentally there to be able to take responsibility and also be accountable,” she stated.
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Wendy Shay acknowledged that reshaping societal expectations comes with emotional and mental strain, often requiring women to persevere under pressure.
“I feel like changing of narrative is what’s so demanding and stressful because you really pull through and face the storm no matter what.
“Our bodies are designed so differently than men. Naturally, we are quite weak. It’s easy for a woman to break down emotionally than a man when it comes to some things,” she added.
She also stated that women aspiring to lead must cultivate resilience and mental fortitude.
“You have to build yourself up and know that you’re really up for it mentally,” Wendy Shay posited.
