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SepBy Benedicta Naa Odarkor Ablateye, Communications Officer, ACEPA Ghana is widely regarded as one of Africa’s most stable democracies, renowned for its regular elections and peaceful transfers of power. At the heart of this democratic journey is Parliament—the people’s voice, which shapes laws and policies that drive national development. Progress in Women’s and Youth Representation Over the […]
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SepBy Ubeidat Alhassan (EPL Fellow), ACEPA and Rasheed Draman (ED), ACEPA We voted. They took the oath. We expected them in the chamber – debating, lobbying, and working on our behalf. But too often, the seats are empty. This isn’t just about poor attendance; it’s a silent crisis eroding the foundations of Ghana’s democracy. An Empty Seat,[…]
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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[…]