Today marks a significant milestone for all Ghanaians as Parliament has successfully passed the Affirmative Action Gender Equality Bill. This achievement is a testament to the remarkable teamwork and collaboration of various organizations and the tireless efforts of several individuals. We join in celebrating this moment as it signifies a positive step towards achieving gender equality in our society.
News source: @parliament.gh
By Issifu Lampo, Senior Governance Advisor, ACEPA Introduction Lawmaking is one of the most important responsibilities of Parliament. The laws passed by Parliament determine how the country is governed, how public resources are used, and how citizens experience government policies. In Ghana, however, many laws have historically been passed with limited assessment of their real impact on […]
The Executive Director of the Africa Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), Dr Rasheed Draman, has called for stricter alignment between Ghana’s national budget and its long-term development plan. He described the proposed Public Financial Management (Amendment) Bill, 2026, as a critical step toward improving fiscal discipline and ensuring continuity in national development. Speaking at a stakeholder engagement[…]