In a decisive move to safeguard the integrity of Ghana’s democratic process, the Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII), in collaboration with the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC) and the Ghana Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), has launched a project titled: “Monitoring Campaign Spending, Abuse of Incumbency, and Vote Buying for Comprehensive Party and Campaign Financing Reform in…
A recent impact assessment study on aerial logistics to improve maternal health and emergencies has revealed a remarkable reduction in maternal mortality by 56.4% in Ghana’s Ashanti Region, thanks to the collaborative efforts of Zipline and the Ghana Health Service (GHS). This was revealed at the National Ghana Health Service Research Conference organized by the…
Former Finance Minister, Seth Terkper has undertaken a tour of the Anyaa Sowutuom constituency to assess the status of various developmental projects initiated under the previous National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration. The visit aimed to draw attention to the stalled and abandoned projects since the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia administration took office. Mr Terkper was led on…
INFORUM, GFI Push for Change in Africa’s Informal Economy The Informal Economy Workers’ Forum of Ghana (INFORUM), in collaboration with the Global Fairness Initiative (GFI), has organized a Research Report Dissemination Workshop dubbed: “Women’s Voices and Leadership in Organizing Africa’s Informal Economy.” The event, held in Accra, spotlighted findings from a comprehensive cross-country study on…
The Alliance for Restoration of Civil Rights (ARCR) has announced its upcoming protest aimed at addressing systemic failures and corruption within the Ghana Police Service. The demonstration, titled “Occupy and Cleanse the Crime Scene,” is set to take place on September 11, 2024, and seeks to highlight the growing mistrust between the public and the…
Growth Investment Partners (GIP) Ghana LTD, an investment platform established by British International Investment (BII) the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, has announced its investment in Fido Micro Credit LTD (Fido), a leading digital lender in Ghana. This investment will support Fido to further enhance financial inclusion, empowering many Ghanaians – particularly the…
Make APC the Third Force and We Will Win the 2024 Elections — Hassan Ayariga Dr. Hassan Ayariga, the presidential candidate of the All People’s Congress (APC), has urged Ghanaians to vote massively for the party and establish it as the “Third Force” in the 2024 elections. By positioning the APC as the “Third Force,”…
A pioneering initiative designed to harness the influence and reach of celebrities and brands to drive positive social change within communities christened the “Ghana Celebrity Impact Awards,” has been launched. The awards scheme seeks to recognize and honor celebrities and brands who use their prominence and resources to make a significant impact on societal…
The Agroecology and Circular Economy for Ecosystem Services in Sub-Saharan Africa (ACE4ES) project consortium actively participated in the 2024 Africa Food Systems (AFS) Forum, contributing to high-level discussions on strengthening Africa’s food systems. Key takeaways from the forum underscored the importance of political commitment, policy coherence, and strategic partnerships in driving the future of agriculture…
The Women’s Manifesto for Ghana, launched on September 2, 2004, is a blueprint for promoting gender justice and addressing women’s inequalities in the country. The achievement stemmed from a nationwide mobilization spearheaded by women’s groups, professional associations, and various stakeholders. However, 20 years later, progress in fully implementing the demands outlined in the manifesto’s ten…
