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STAR-Ghana Dialogue Ignites Active Citizenship

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 By Shine Esi Kwawukumey  The STAR-Ghana Foundation successfully hosted its annual Akoto Ampaw Active Citizenship Dialogue (AAACD), bringing together distinguished speakers, civil society leaders, and governance advocates to discuss the role of activism in shaping Ghana’s democratic future. Themed “Inter-Generational Dialogue for Active Citizenship: Lessons and Opportunities for the Future,” the event featured a distinguished panel, including veteran journalist and human rights activist Prof. Kwame Karikari, gender and human rights specialist at FIDA Ms. Susan Aryeetey, investigative journalist and digital activist Manasseh Azure-Awuni, and youth activist and governance advocate Ms. Felicity Nelson.  Their insights sparked engaging discussions that earned continuous applause from an enthusiastic audience throughout the event. Bernard Avle  The highlight of the event was the keynote address by ace broadcast journalist and Citi FM General Manager, Bernard Avle, who del...

Ghana’s Bold Step Toward Accountability and Economic Recovery

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 By Shine Esi Kwawukumey  Ghana is standing at a critical juncture in its governance and economic trajectory, marked by a renewed commitment to transparency, accountability, and economic revitalization under President John Mahama’s administration.  Recent developments, as detailed in the latest presidential report, highlight efforts to reclaim looted state assets, attract foreign investment, and streamline governance to benefit the ordinary Ghanaian. A striking revelation from the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) Committee report is the exposure of $20.49 billion in financial leakages, funds that could have significantly improved education, healthcare, and infrastructure.  President Mahama’s firm stance that Ghana is no longer a “safe haven for corruption” underscores a shift in governance priorities.  By instructing the Attorney General to investigate these findings immediately, the administration sends a strong message that economic saboteurs will be held acc...