Decentralization and Its Impact on Local Governance in Ghana
Ghana’s decentralization policy has brought governance closer to the people, empowering local authorities to address grassroots challenges. However, questions remain about its effectiveness in fostering accountability and transparency. This article examines the successes and pitfalls of decentralization, emphasizing the need…
The Role of Social Media in Shaping Political Campaigns in Africa
Social media has become an indispensable tool in modern political campaigns, fundamentally transforming how candidates engage with voters across Africa. Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have enabled politicians to reach vast audiences quickly, bypassing traditional media and directly connecting…
Women in Politics – Breaking Barriers and Changing Narratives
Politics is changing, folks. More and more women are stepping up to the plate and taking charge across the world. We’ve got Kamala Harris in the US and Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in international diplomacy—these ladies are smashing through barriers and reshaping…
Understanding the Dynamics of Political Polarization in Ghana
As Ghana gears up for its upcoming elections, the country’s political landscape is looking more like a battlefield than a democracy. The two big players, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC), are at each other’s…
Ghana’s Upcoming December 7 Elections: A Turning Point for the Nation
As Ghana gears up for its December 2024 elections, things are getting pretty heated in the political arena. It’s not just another election, folks. With the country facing a whole bunch of challenges—from a shaky economy to sky-high unemployment and…