Ghana operates a strong and robust decentralization system where power and authority is devolved from central government to regional and district level administration. Public Administration structures at the district level in particular interacts with customary governance structures. The overarching goal of these structures is to achieve participatory democracy, good governance and social protection. In spite […]
Education plays a vital role in the development of young people and society at large. It does not only help young people acquire the basic skills needed to interact with their environment and fulfill their needs and desires but it equips them with skills needed to become productive members of society. Education is the backbone […]
Health and Nutrition: Ghana is witnessing improved health and nutrition outcomes over thepast years. Prevalence of anaemia, stunting, wasting, maternal and infant mortality are saidto be on the decline even though no progress has been made towards achieving the exclusivebreastfeeding target, with only 42.9% of infants aged 0 to 5 months exclusively breastfed.However, regional disparities […]
Agriculture is critical in achieving the SDG 2 of zero hunger by 2030 in Ghana. Therefore agriculture is absolutely central to achieving the country’s food security, and the promotion of sustainable agriculture. Yet Agriculture faces challenges from changing consumer demand, decreasing youth involvement, inefficient value chains, climate change, and water shortages. The situation is worsened […]
Empowering women is essential to the social, economic and political development of families, communities and countries. When women are living safe, fulfilled and productive lives, they can reach their full potential. contributing their skills to the workforce and can raise happier and healthier children. Unfortunately, achieving women’s empowerment in Ghana is still far fetched. Women […]