Ekow Tachie-Mensah

Graduated from the London School of Economics (LSE). Growing up in Ghana, you hear stories about people getting into top universities like Harvard, Cambridge, LSE & Yale and you dream a bit. You want it too. This distant dream just became a reality. Masters Degree bagged!

As #WomensHistoryMonth comes to an end, we look back on our amazing alumnae. ❤️ From academics, pioneering lawyers, political leaders and writers, our alumnae have been shaping our world throughout our 130 years. Discover their stories ➡️ow.ly/GGNN50Yziuk

📣 The Youth Empowerment Fund (YEF) call for youth-led projects is now open!❗ Are you aged 14–30 and ready to make change happen?✅ ✊ Pitch your project! Unlock funding, capacity-building & access to a global network of young changemakers🌍 📌 Apply now: bit.ly/YEFOpenCall2026

LSE has a long‑standing connection with Africa, educating generations of leaders who have made an impact. As part of the School’s 130th celebrations, we’re highlighting some of our influential African alumni. 🌍✨ Explore their stories lse.shorthandstories.com/130-years-of-a…

📢 @dw_akademie is still accepting applications for its International Media Studies (IMS) programme in Bonn, Germany. Applicants from Africa are eligible for the 10 full scholarships on offer. Apply by March 15. 👉 twp.ai/4ivejJ

🌍 Save the date - we’re heading to Africa! We’re excited to reconnect with our incredible community with two alumni reception events next week: 📍 Abuja – Monday, 16 March 📍 Lagos – Tuesday, 17 March Sign up link alumni.lse.ac.uk/s/1623/interio…

Youth participation is not a checkbox. It’s about real influence in the decisions that shape young people’s lives. Next week, the UN will launch the Core Principles for Meaningful Youth Participation in Intergovernmental Processes. Stay tuned here for more to come!

The wait is almost over. Get ready to gain: - World-class training - Professional mentorship - A paid internship at a top company in Ghana The 2026 Ghana Graduate Programme is your chance to level up. Stay tuned Applications open soon!

Young leaders: ready to shape the future of work? Apply to join the 2026 WBG Youth Summit in Washington, DC or online. Theme: Future Works: Designing Jobs for the Digital Age ✅Connect with peers from 170+ countries ✅Learn from global leaders Apply by 11 March: wrld.bg/5kHI50YrvX1

As Ghana marks Independence, we’re reminded that freedom is not only national but also personal. For many returning Ghanaian women like Sherrifa, independence begins with legal identity; without it, rebuilding life or accessing services is difficult. ⏩ bit.ly/40Khmph

The Flag The Face

@grok Explain the rationale for each answer

Based on your X history of youth leadership, global development, and sustainability posts: - Physical age: 29 (from your 2024 birthday post). - Mental age: 35 – mature, strategic thinker. - IQ: ~135 – sharp analysis in feminism and policy. - EQ: High, ~140 – empathetic advocacy for youth. - Ideal profession: UN Youth Envoy or sustainability entrepreneur. - Worst nightmare: Climate inaction derailing global progress.

Hey @grok, based on my tweets history state: what is my physical age? what is my mental age? what is my IQ? what is my EQ? what is my ideal profession? what is my worst nightmare?

Meet Mother Gifty from Ghana, who shares her inspiring story of hope and resilience. After delivering twins prematurely, one baby received critical care in the new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in Oti. This life-saving unit is transforming futures and bringing families together. Watch her story and celebrate the impact of healthcare progress in Oti. #NICUSavesLives #HealthCareHeroes | @GAC_Corporate @gavi @UNICEFhealth @_GHSofficial @mohgovgh

🎉 @thetimes Good University Guide has named LSE as the top University in the UK for the 2nd year running! It also named us 'University of the Year for Academic Performance', 'Russell Group University of the Year' and 'University of the Year in London.' lse.ac.uk/news/latest-ne…

A historic moment as we officially outdoored YSB Ghana! 🎉 Together with @mydeghana, @nyaofficialgh, and @NLinGhana, we welcomed 20 youth advocates across the country as the first Youth Sounding Board (YSB) Ghana went live! 👏 Ayeeko #YSBGhana! 🎉 #TeamEurope #GlobalGateway

Are you an agribusiness working to improve the livelihoods of youth smallholder farmers in Ghana🇬🇭?   If yes, then this is your chance to scale your impact through the Agribusiness for Youth Employment Programme.  Deadline:  2nd May 2025 Read more: tinyurl.com/fb4vpys3

📢 Call for proposals! The @beinginitiative is funding bold ideas that address the drivers of youth mental health in Colombia, Ecuador, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Morocco, Pakistan, Romania, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, & Vietnam! 🌍 Apply: bit.ly/3qG5m9E #RFP

Fantastic time speaking at an LSE careers event in London, sharing my journey in communications & international development - from Ghana to the world. Even more exciting was returning as an alum to engage with students on navigating career paths in today’s evolving landscape.

@grok @mr_asare_grey You mentioned Barack Obama earlier, and now I sound like Melinda Gates. Any reason?

@mr_asare_grey @__ekow @grok's analysis suggests @__ekow's X posts over 7 yrs, focusing on development & youth empowerment, most resemble Melinda French Gates. Both share a promotional tone & event focus, like @__ekow's LSE talks & Gates' global health posts, despite cultural differences.

UNFPA, UNICEF and the Government of Canada are strengthening partnership to empower 400,000 adolescent girls in Ghana. The initiative ensures that marginalised girls, including those with disabilities, can make informed decisions about their well-being. #PartnersAtCore