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AugBy Lilian Bruce, Gender and CSO Advisor, ACEPA Across Africa, the movement to empower women in politics and public life is gaining renewed momentum. While the push for gender equality began decades ago – in Ghana, for example, with pioneers like Madam Evelyn Amarteifio and the founding of the National Federation of Gold Coast Women – the […]
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AugBy Benedicta Naa Odarkor Ablateye, Communications Officer, ACEPA Around the world, women’s representation in parliaments is rising, driven largely by deliberate reforms such as gender quotas, reserved seats, and party-level mandates. Countries like Rwanda, Senegal, and Sierra Leone offer instructive examples of how targeted interventions can change the face of political leadership. In Rwanda, a pioneering quota[…]
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JulBy Issifu Lampo, Senior Governance Advisor, ACEPA Parliament is a cornerstone of any thriving democracy. It crafts laws, provides checks and balances on executive power, and gives voice to citizens. In Ghana, the legislature plays a critical role in shaping national governance. Yet, recent events have reignited concerns over how ethics and accountability are maintained within the[…]
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JulBy Dr. Gifty Adika, Snr. Governance Advisor, ACEPA On 22nd July 2025, Ghana marked a historic milestone. Hon. Ewurabena Aubynn was sworn in as the youngest Member of the 9th Parliament and her entry pushed the number of female MPs to 41, the highest in the nation’s parliamentary history. This is a moment worth celebrating not just[…]
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JulBy: Dr. Rasheed Draman, Executive Director, ACEPA July 11 marked a watershed moment in Ghana’s political history.After a rerun of the Ablekuma North constituency election six months after the 2024 general polls, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) secured a commanding supermajority in Parliament. This dramatic shift ends the delicate balance of power that characterized the 8th Parliament[…]
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JulBy 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) in 1889. This year’s theme, “Achieving Gender[…]
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JulBy 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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JunThis 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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JunIn 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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JunThe 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,[…]