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The Deputy Minority Leader in Parliament, Patricia Appiagyei, has underscored the crucial role of inclusive governance and gender-responsive lawmaking in fortifying democracy. She stressed that open and inclusive parliaments were essential for a stronger democracy, not only in Ghana but also across Africa. She, therefore, urged African legislatures to prioritise legislative decisions that positively impacted citizens’ lives,[…]
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Overview The “Enhancing the Capacity of Parliament to Address Children’s Issues” Project is being implemented by the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA) in partnership with, and with funding from, UNICEF Ghana. The project seeks to strengthen the institutional and individual capacity of the Parliament of Ghana to effectively integrate child rights considerations into its core legislative,[…]
An oversight visit to the Ayensuano District by Members of Parliament and officials from UNICEF Ghana and ACEPA has revealed that poverty and parental neglect are the main causes of child labour and trafficking in the area. The District Chief Executive, Joseph Tawiah Lartey, explained that many children are forced into menial jobs such as selling, farming,[…]
The Chief of Drokrochiwa Dawu in the Eastern Region, Barimah Ogyenhobo Anom, has boldly rejected a bribe from illegal miners who sought permission to operate in his area. Speaking during a community engagement, he emphasized that his duty is to protect the land and the well-being of his people, not to serve personal gain. Barimah Anom condemned[…]
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OctBy Benedicta Naa Odarkor Ablateye, Communications Officer, ACEPA October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month – a timely reminder that as technology becomes central to governance, cyber resilience is no longer optional. It is now fundamental to maintaining institutional integrity and public confidence. The Growing Threat to Governance Technology is reshaping how parliaments function, improving efficiency, access, and citizen engagement. Yet,[…]
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The Political Inclusion and Consensus Building project seeks to strengthen Ghana’s democratic governance by promoting dialogue, cooperation, and inclusive decision-making among political parties and Parliament. Implemented by the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA) in collaboration with the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFA, the project focuses on supporting political party leaders, youth, women, and parliamentary[…]
Child labour continues to pose a serious threat to the well-being and future of children in Ghana, with the situation in the Ayensuano District of the Eastern Region described as particularly alarming. Recent data from the Department of Social Welfare at the Ayensuano District Assembly shows that an estimated 10,108 children are currently out of school, many[…]