09

Jul

Rebuilding 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 Social Cohesion”, I shared my reflections on […]

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30

Jun

Power in Representation: Women’s Full Inclusion Matters

This International Day of Parliamentarism, let us push for political spaces that reflect the true face of society, in all its diversity. June 30 marks the International Day of Parliamentarism, a moment to reflect on the vital role parliaments play in building inclusive, accountable, and representative democracies. But as we mark this day, we must ask: Who[…]

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05

Jun

The Assassination of a Kenyan MP: Lessons for Ghanaian Parliamentarians

In many African nations today, there is growing disenchantment—especially among the youth—regarding the failure of democratic systems to deliver on their promises. Persistent issues such as youth unemployment, widening inequality, urban decay, and rural neglect have fueled widespread dissatisfaction. These grievances have contributed to rising political unrest and violence across the continent. Parliamentarians, as direct representatives of[…]

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03

Jun

ACEPA and GSS Launch Constituency Profiles to Strengthen Representation and Accountability

The African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), in partnership with the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) and On Think Tanks, has launched eight constituency profiles as part of efforts to enhance representation and accountability in Ghana’s democratic governance. The initiative, implemented under the Data for Accountability Project (DAP II) and funded by the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation,[…]

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