Death of Akwatia MP: ACEPA boss calls for gap in official announcement of MPs’ death to be addressed
Dr. Rasheed Draman, Executive Director of the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), is calling on Parliament to relook at the provision in the constitution regarding procedures upon the demise of a President or an MP. Ghana’s 1992 Constitution has no specific provision detailing the exact procedure for informing Parliament […]
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JulCelebrating the Cornerstone of Democracy: International Day of Parliamentarism and its Significance in Ghana
By Samuel Agyeman-Prempeh The International Day of Parliamentarism, observed annually on June 30, celebrates the essential role parliaments play in upholding democracy, promoting accountability, and amplifying the voices of citizens. Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2018, the day also marks the founding of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU)[…]
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JulRebuilding Trust, Renewing Democracy: Reflections on the 2024 Post-Election Dialogue
By Rasheed Draman, Executive Director, ACEPA In the wake of Ghana’s 2024 elections, the national conversation has turned toward the future of our democracy. At a recent National Peace Council Dialogue in Koforidua (July 1-4, 2024) themed: “ Post 2024 Elections in Ghana – Dialogue for a Stronger Democracy and[…]
Strengthening Institutional Capacity to Use Evidence within Ghana’s Parliament Research Department
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