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Our democracy has endured because we learned to compete without destroying – Mahama
John Dramani Mahama praised the resilience and maturity of Ghana’s democracy during his 69th Independence Day address at the Jubilee House.
Ghana’s democracy still a work in progress – Prof. Osae-Kwapong
Democracy and development fellow at the Centre for Democratic Development, Ghana (CDD-Ghana), Professor John Osae‑Kwapong, says that Ghana’s democratic journey remains unfinished and must not be taken for granted, despite the country’s record of relatively peaceful elections and transfers of power. Speaking on AM Show....
Police presence at polling stations speaks negatively of our democracy — Boakye Agyarko
A former Energy Minister and Chairman-aspirant of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Boakye Kyeremanteng Agyarko, says the heavy police presence at voting centres during the Ayawaso East by-election may be necessary, but it exposes a worrying weakness in Ghana’s democratic evolution.
Ghana’s democracy still a work in progress – Prof Osae-Kwapong
Democracy and development fellow at the Centre for Democratic Development, Ghana (CDD-Ghana), Professor John Osae‑Kwapong, says that Ghana’s democratic journey remains unfinished and must not be taken for granted, despite the country’s record of relatively peaceful elections and transfers of power. Speaking on the AM S...
African States vs. States in Africa and democratic futures
Across the continent, Africa is witnessing a profound political contradiction. Elections are held regularly in many countries, constitutions are celebrated, regional institutions continue to issue declarations on democracy and governance, and governments increasingly speak the language of reform, inclusion, and account...
Ghana@69: Our democracy has endured because we learned to compete without destroying’ – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama commended the resilience and maturity of Ghana’s democracy during his 69th Independence Day address at the Jubilee House. Speaking to citizens and dignitaries, President Mahama reflected on the political evolution of the country since independence. “Every administration, regardless of its....
In Nkrumah’s Shadow: A Personal Reflection on My Visit to Nkroful
“Revolutions are brought about by men, by men who think as men of action and act as men of thought.” – Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. “Welcome to Nkroful, the birthplace of the first President of Ghana.” This inscription was plainly engraved on a signpost at the Esiama village junction turnoff, about five kilometers from the small, […]
Ghanaians Must Stop Enabling Foreign Exploitation
It is a narrative as old as time—or at least as old as globalization. Foreign companies arrive on African shores, extract wealth, and leave behind a trail of economic disparity and environmental degradation. In Ghana, this story is painfully familiar. From the glittering promises of mining towns to the pixelated screens of satellite television, the […]
Effective Governance for National Development: The Parliament and District Assemblies’ Contribution
According to the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), nation-building is a multifaceted process that involves forging a cohesive national identity, promoting economic prosperity, ensuring social justice, and establishing robust governance structures. In Ghana, the National Parliament and District Assemblies play critical roles in this endeavor. From my personal observation, however, the everyday Ghanaian seems […]
Celebrating the Cornerstone of Democracy: International Day of Parliamentarism and Its Resonance in Ghana
The International Day of Parliamentarism, observed annually on June 30, highlights the vital role that parliaments play in fostering democracy, ensuring accountability, and giving voice to the people. This global observance was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2018. This global observance is celebrated every year on 30 June, the date in 1889 […]