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Ghana: From fragility to resilience? Understanding the formation of a new political settlement from a critical political economy perspective Item Type Thesis Authors Ruppel, Julia Franziska Rights <a rel="license" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/ by-nc-nd/3.0/"><img alt="Creative Commons License" style="border-width:0" src="http://i.creativecommons.org/l/by- nc-nd/3.0/88x31.png" /></a><br />The University of Bradford theses are licenced under a <a rel="license" href="http:// creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/">Creative Commons Licence</a>. Download date 28/09/2021 19:08:59 Link to Item http://hdl.handle.net/10454/15062 University of Bradford eThesis This thesis is hosted in Bradford Scholars – The University of Bradford Open Access repository. Visit the repository for full metadata or to contact the repository team © University of Bradford. This work is licenced for reuse under a Creative Commons Licence. GHANA: FROM FRAGILITY TO RESILIENCE? J.F. RUPPEL PHD 2015 Ghana: From fragility to resilience? Understanding the formation of a new political settlement from a critical political economy perspective Julia Franziska RUPPEL Submitted for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities University of Bradford 2015 GHANA: FROM FRAGILITY TO RESILIENCE? UNDERSTANDING THE FORMATION OF A NEW POLITICAL SETTLEMENT FROM A CRITICAL POLITICAL ECONOMY PERSPECTIVE Julia Franziska RUPPEL ABSTRACT Keywords: Critical political economy; electoral politics; Ghana; political settle- ment; power relations; social change; statebuilding and state formation During the late 1970s Ghana was described as a collapsed and failed state. In contrast, today it is hailed internationally as beacon of democracy and stability in West Africa. -
Logistics Capacity Assessment Ghana Country Name Ghana Official Name Ghana
LCA - Ghana Version 1.05 Logistics Capacity Assessment Ghana Country Name Ghana Official Name Ghana Assessment Assessment Dates: From To 11th February 2011 Name of Assessor Izzeldin Abdalla Title & Position Logistics Officer Email contact [email protected] 1/72 LCA - Ghana Version 1.05 Table of Contents………………………………………………………………… ……………….. 1. Country Profile ......................................................................................................................... 3 1.1. Introduction & Background ................................................................................................ 3 1.2. Humanitarian Background ................................................................................................ 4 1.3. National Regulatory Departments ..................................................................................... 7 1.4. Customs Information ......................................................................................................... 8 2. Logistics Infrastructure ........................................................................................................... 13 2.1. Port Assessment............................................................................................................. 13 2.2. Airport Assessment ......................................................................................................... 25 2.3. Road Assessment ........................................................................................................... 31 2.4. Railway Assessment -
Guide to Electric Power in Ghana
Guide to Electric Power in Ghana First Edition RESOURCE CENTER FOR ENERGY ECONOMICS AND REGULATION INSTITUTE OF STATISTICAL, SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC RESEARCH UNIVERSITY OF GHANA, LEGON July 2005 Guide to Electric Power in Ghana First Edition RESOURCE CENTER FOR ENERGY ECONOMICS AND REGULATION Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research University of Ghana P. O. Box LG 74 Legon, Accra Ghana Telephone: +233-21-512502/512503 Fax: +233-21-512504 For additional copies of this report contact: The Co-ordinator Resource Center for Energy Economics and Regulation Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research University of Ghana P. O. Box LG 74 Legon, Accra Ghana Telephone: +233-21-512502/512503 Fax: +233-21-512504 Guide to Electric Power in Ghana Outline 1. FACTS ON GHANA’S ELECTRIC POWER 1 1.1 Who uses electricity in Ghana 1 1.2 Electricity and population growth 2 1.3 Organisations 3 1.4 Electric power system 3 1.5 How much does it cost and how much do we pay 5 1.6 Electric power and Ghana’s neighbours 7 2. THE BASICS OF ELECTRIC POWER 9 2.1 Introduction 9 2.2 Defining and Measuring 9 2.3 Generating Electricity 11 2.4 Transmission and Distribution 11 2.5 Transmission Constraints 12 2.6 Distribution 13 2.7 The Electric Power Industry 15 3. HISTORY OF ELECTRIC POWER IN GHANA 16 3.1 Introduction 16 3.2 Before Akosombo (1914 to 1966) 16 3.3 The Hydro Years (1966 – Mid 1980s) 17 3.4 Thermal Complementation – The Takoradi Thermal Power Plant 20 3.5 Current Power System 23 3.6 Need for Additional Generation 23 4. -
From Europe, to the Agbogbloshie Scrapyard
Peace and Development Studies 2FU33E From Europe, to the Agbogbloshie Scrapyard By: Simon Strand C Thesis Supervisor: Lennart Wohlgemuth Abstract The challenge of sound e-waste treatment is something that is a global concern when relating to good business practices, safe working conditions, information security and environment. This research applies a holistic view of the illegal trade of e-waste from Europe to Ghana by aiming to highlight some of its drivers. By applying an adapted RV-model to identify the actors engaged in smuggling and rational choice theory to analyse market incentives this research identifies legal and procedural weaknesses that enable the illegal shipment of e- waste. The actors identified to target West Africa was in general smaller groups. These groups have established routes and transit points that complicate the international coordination of enforcers and inhibit their capacity to build strong cases against criminals. They target countries within the EU with limited enforcement capacity, high shipping volumes and low penalty rates for environmental crimes to exploit the domestic responsibility of enforcement and sentencing. They also mask e-waste as used electronics which is not heavily regulated and for which there is a strong Ghanaian market demand and employs a large number of workers in the informal sector, with the supply chain with an estimated 200,000 people employed. The main problems identified was enforcement procedures, international and domestic coordination, relative cost for formal recycling, lack of alternatives for workers and officials as well lack of deterring sentencing. This has led to secondary effects such as poor environmental and health protection as well as physical- and data-security. -
Neoliberal Reform, Student Activism and Political Change in Ghana
Postcolonial Text, Vol 8, No 3 & 4 (2013) From Resistance to Acquiescence? Neoliberal Reform, Student Activism and Political Change in Ghana Lord C. Mawuko-Yevugah International Institute of Social History, Amsterdam, the Netherlands Introduction This article highlights the dialectics of neoliberal policy reform and local resistance and the implications of this dialectics for local political change. It captures the role of youth as key actors in the political change and democratization processes unfolding in contemporary Africa. Since the early 1980s, a neoliberal agenda of market-led reform policies has established itself as a hegemonic project within the global political economy. In Africa and other regions of the global South, this agenda has taken the form of the implementation of wide-ranging policies under the auspices of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). In particular, structural adjustment policies (SAPs) emphasizing trade liberalisation, privatisation of state agencies and full cost recovery in the provision of social services became the basis for concessional loans from multilateral and bilateral donors.1 Even though these structural adjustment policies have undergone a considerable makeover since the late 1990s with a shift in focus to social development and poverty reduction measures, there remains a continuity of neoliberal policies that emphasize macro-economic stability and trade liberalization while failing to address issues relating to the inequities in the global economy, including fair trade, commodity prices, and the removal of rich-country protectionist policies (Mawuko-Yevugah 163-4). Meanwhile, as this neoliberal agenda persists and becomes dominant across the world, there has been a growing discontent and opposition in the form of the rise of resistance movements and popular groups, both at the global and local levels. -
Iddrisu2014.Pdf
This thesis has been submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for a postgraduate degree (e.g. PhD, MPhil, DClinPsychol) at the University of Edinburgh. Please note the following terms and conditions of use: • This work is protected by copyright and other intellectual property rights, which are retained by the thesis author, unless otherwise stated. • A copy can be downloaded for personal non-commercial research or study, without prior permission or charge. • This thesis cannot be reproduced or quoted extensively from without first obtaining permission in writing from the author. • The content must not be changed in any way or sold commercially in any format or medium without the formal permission of the author. • When referring to this work, full bibliographic details including the author, title, awarding institution and date of the thesis must be given. The Contribution of Ghana’s Development of Polytechnics to National Prosperity and Challenges to their Sustainability - Focusing on Staff Turnover PhD UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH SULEMANA IDDRISU 2013 Abstract This study examined the importance of polytechnics in Ghana’s development; its management and constraints-especially faculty turnover and how it impacts on sustainable polytechnic education. The sample comprised a total of 65 respondents drawn from six stakeholder groups: former polytechnic rectors, current polytechnic administrators’ current faculty; former polytechnic faculty, students, government officials as well as retired government officials. The study adopted a qualitative method to elicit data. However, the main study was preceded by a pilot study focusing on faculty turnover. Questionnaire informed by instruments used in earlier studies by Klass (2007) and Samuel (2008) were adapted and modified to suit the pilot study. -
Stamping History: Stories of Social Change in Ghana's Adinkra Cloth
Stamping History: Stories of Social Change in Ghana’s Adinkra Cloth by Allison Joan Martino A dissertation submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (History of Art) in The University of Michigan 2018 Doctoral Committee: Professor Raymond A. Silverman, Chair Professor Kelly M. Askew Assistant Professor Nachiket Chanchani Professor Emeritus Elisha P. Renne Allison Joan Martino [email protected] ORCID iD: 0000-0002-1252-1378 © Allison Joan Martino 2018 DEDICATION To my parents. ii ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS In the summer of 2013, I was studying photography and contemporary art in Accra, Ghana’s capital. A conversation during that trip with Professor Kwesi Yankah changed the course of my research. He suggested a potential research project on adinkra. With adinkra everywhere in Ghana today, research possibilities seemed endless. Adinkra appealed to me from my interest in studying Akan visual and verbal arts, a research area nurtured during an ethnopoetics course that Professor Yankah taught as a visiting scholar at Michigan in 2011. That conversation led to this project. Soon after that meeting with Professor Yankah, I took an exploratory research trip to Kumasi. Professor Gilbert Amegatcher, who has a wealth of knowledge about Akan arts and culture, traveled with me. He paved the way for this dissertation, making key introductions to adinkra cloth makers who I continued to work with during subsequent visits, especially the Boadum and Boakye families. My sincerest thanks are due to Professors Yankah and Amegatcher for generating that initial spark and continuing to support my work. Words cannot express my gratitude to the extended members of the Boakye and Boadum families – especially Kusi Boadum, Gabriel Boakye, David Boamah, and Paul Nyaamah – in addition to all of the other cloth makers I met. -
Ghana Strategy Proposal Realizing Solar PV Projects in a Cross-Border Power Supply Context Citation
UnitedUnited Nations Nations Envir Environmentonment Programme Programme P.O. PBox.O. Box30552 30552 Nair obi,Nair 00100obi, 00100 Kenya Kenya Tel: T(254el: (254 20) 7621234 20) 7621234 Fax:Fax: (254 (254 20) 762392720) 7623927 E-mail:E-mail: [email protected] [email protected] g web:web: www www.unep.or.unep.org g and TRADE GE-TOP Ghana Strategy Proposal Realizing solar PV projects in a cross-border power supply context Citation UNEP (2016). GE-TOP Ghana Strategy Proposal – Realizing solar PV projects in a cross-border power supply context. Geneva: UNEP. Cover photos ©: Kevin Miller/iStock; Nataly Reinch/Shutterstock; tzahiV/iStock Copyright © United Nations Environment Programme, 2016 This publication may be reproduced in whole or in part and in any form for educational or non-profi t purposes without special permission from the copyright holder, provided acknowledgement of the source is made. UNEP would appreciate receiving a copy of any publication that uses this publication as a source. No use of this publication may be made for resale or for any other commercial purpose whatsoever without prior permission in writing from the United Nations Environment Programme. Disclaimer The designations employed and the presentation of the material in this publication do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of the United Nations Environment Programme concerning the legal status of any country, territory, city or area or of its authorities, or concerning delimitation UNEP of its frontiers or boundaries. Moreover, the views promotes environ- expressed do not necessarily represent the mentally sound practices decision or the stated policy of the United Nations Environment Programme, nor does globally and in its own activities. -
Ecumenical Activities of the Local Council of Churches in Madina, Accra
University of Ghana http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh ECUMENICAL ACTIVITIES OF THE LOCAL COUNCIL OF CHURCHES IN MADINA, ACCRA BY EMMANUEL NOI OKWEI (10046843) THIS THESIS IS SUBMITTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF GHANA, LEGON, IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE REQUIREMENT FOR THE AWARD OF M.PHIL RELIGIONS DEGREE JUNE 2014 University of Ghana http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh DECLARATION This thesis, with the exception of materials quoted from other scholarly works which had been duly acknowledged, is the original production of research work by me under the supervision of Professors Elizabeth Amoah and Chris Thomas at the Department for the Study of Religions, University of Ghana, Legon. Any error in the work is entirely mine. Signature ……………………………………….. Okwei Emmanuel Noi (Candidate) Date ……………………………… Signature ……………………………………….. Professor Elizabeth Amoah (Principal Supervisor) Date ……………………………… Signature ……………………………………….. Professor Chris Thomas (Second Supervisor) Date ……………………………… i University of Ghana http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh DEDICATION To my dear wife Catherine Okwei and my children – Mrs. Christina Ammah and Mrs. Emma Fawcett for their encouragement and endurance coupled with prayers in the course of my research. May the Lord replenish to you a hundredfold what you endured which cannot be quantified in monetary terms or otherwise during my long absence from you. ii University of Ghana http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh ACKNOWLEDGEMENT “Through all the changing scenes of life, In trouble and in joy. The praises of my God shall still My heart and tongue employ”. The completion of this work was due to a lot of assistance and encouragement I received from many people which space could not allow me to put all on paper. -
Ashanti Region
REGIONAL ANALYTICAL REPORT ASHANTI REGION Ghana Statistical Service June, 2013 Copyright © 2013 Ghana Statistical Service Prepared by: Victor K. Nyanteng Peter Takyi Peprah Lawford Boateng Acheamfuor Emmanuel Nii Okang Tawiah Edited by: Samuel K. Gaisie Chief Editor: Nii Bentsi-Enchill ii PREFACE AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT There cannot be any meaningful developmental activity without taking into account the characteristics of the population for whom the activity is targeted. The size of the population and its spatial distribution, growth and change over time, and socio-economic characteristics are all important in development planning. The Kilimanjaro Programme of Action on Population adopted by African countries in 1984 stressed the need for population to be considered as a key factor in the formulation of development strategies and plans. A population census is the most important source of data on the population in a country. It provides information on the size, composition, growth and distribution of the population at the national and sub-national levels. Data from the 2010 Population and Housing Census (PHC) will serve as reference for equitable distribution of resources, government services and the allocation of government funds among various regions and districts for education, health and other social services. The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) is delighted to provide data users with an analytical report on the 2010 PHC at the regional level to facilitate planning and decision-making. This follows the publication of the National Analytical Report in May, 2013 which contained information on the 2010 PHC at the national level with regional comparisons. Conclusions and recommendations from these reports are expected to serve as a basis for improving the quality of life of Ghanaians through evidence-based policy formulation, planning, monitoring and evaluation of developmental goals and intervention programs. -
The Pwc Guide to Living in Ghana
www.pwc.com/gh The PwC Guide To Living In Ghana About PwC Ghana PricewaterhouseCoopers (Ghana) Limited is one of the largest professional services firms in Ghana and a member firm of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited, each member firm of which is a separate legal entity. PwC’s global network provides us with a broad resource base of in depth knowledge, methodologies and experience that we use to provide value for our clients. PwC Ghana is located in Accra and Takoradi with a branch office in Sierra Leone. The firm has over 300 employees and ten resident Partners/Directors. We provide industry-focused audit and assurance, advisory and tax services to both the private and public sectors. Contents Foreword iv About Ghana 1 Health Care, Hospitals and Clinics 2 Culture, Customs and Etiquette 4 Currency, Exchanging Money and Banking in Ghana 6 Places to Live and Electricity 8 Mobile Phone, Internet Service Providers and Satellite Television 9 Travel in Ghana (International Driving Permits and Transport) 10 International and Domestic Air Travel and Visas 12 Embassies and High Commissions 13 Schools 14 Shopping Malls and Supermarkets 15 Leisure and Recreational Activities 16 Restaurants, Bars and Nightlife 17 Tourism (Attractions, Markets, Beaches and Hotels) 21 Emergency Telephone Numbers 24 Other useful websites and contacts 25 Foreword Congratulations! You have made the move, welcome to Ghana. At PwC we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed in achieving his or her personal and professional goals. An inclusive workplace enables us to embrace the diversity and richness of backgrounds and perspectives of our people, and to leverage their diverse talents to arrive at winning business solutions. -
Report on the First Session of the Seventh Parliament
Authors: Ernest Nii Ashitey Armah, Odekro PMO Dr. Kwabena Sarfo Sarfo-Kantankah, University of Cape Coast Professor Gretchen Bauer, University of Delaware Gifty Mensah, Odekro PMO With input, oversight and editorial support from: Kobby Graham, Lecturer, Ashesi University Kinna Likimani, Odekro Director of M&E and Special Projects Nehemiah Attigah, Odekro Co-founder & Principal Lead Ian Gregorio-de Souza, Technical Lead 2 Odekro :: The First Session of the Seventh Parliament About Odekro A well-functioning democracy is built on a foundation of transparency and accountability. In our traditional tripartite system of government, the legislative arm bears primary responsibility for shining the light of scrutiny on the business of government and in holding public officials to account. Yet, information with which to assess the work of the Ghanaian Parliament itself or to hold MPs accountable is often lacking. While occasional assessments of individual Parliamentarians can provide useful information, a more comprehensive approach to parliamentary monitoring can often yield deeper insights into Parliament’s effectiveness. Odekro seeks to promote transparency, accountability and democratic governance through citizen action and engagement with the Parliament of Ghana and other government agencies. The Odekro platform promotes transparency and popular participation by providing free public online access to Bills, Motions, and parliamentary Debates (Hansards). The Hansards and parliamentary data are extracted from purchased and scanned documents, Parliamentary Clerks, and portable document formats (PDFs) published openly on the Parliament of Ghana website. Odekro uses a set of indicators to assess and measure the performance of Parliament. These indicators are derived from a series of variables and are combined into an index to measure variations in the quality, quantity, and output of legislative activity and to facilitate engagements with the public and other stakeholders.