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At CDD-Ghana, our mission is to promote and deepen democratic consolidation, good governance, and inclusive growth and development.

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Vetting of Chief Justice Nominee: Matters Arising

On April 25, 2023, President Akufo Addo nominated Justice Gertrude Torkornoo as the next Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Her nomination fills the vacancy being left by retiring Chief Justice Kwasi Anin-Yeboah. On May 26, the nominee appeared before

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The Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) is an independent, not-for-profit research and advocacy think tank, working to advance democracy, good governance, and inclusive economic growth. CDD-Ghana works to complement the broader objectives of strengthening democratic governance, the principles of popular participation and the demand for public accountability. The Center harnesses the power of evidence-based research, ideas, partnerships to encourage dialogue, inform and influence public policy.

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The overall goal is to promote and deepen democratic consolidation, good governance.

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Some Ghanaians express their opinions about Menstrual Hygiene Day
Some Ghanaians express their opinions about Menstrual Hygiene Day
11:25
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Join us on today: #CDDRTD on "Sanitary Pads Taxes" and Girls&#039 Regular School Attendance
Join us on today: #CDDRTD on "Sanitary Pads Taxes" and Girls' Regular School Attendance
03:10:45
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#CDDRTD: "The Kenyan 2022 and Nigerian 2023 Election: Lessons for Ghana"
#CDDRTD: "The Kenyan 2022 and Nigerian 2023 Election: Lessons for Ghana"
03:37:21
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CDD-Ghana @ 25 Anniversary Launch-Editors&#039 Forum
CDD-Ghana @ 25 Anniversary Launch-Editors' Forum
03:20
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Launch of Dr. John Osae-Kwapong&#039s book titled, "5 Presidents, 8 Elections, 30 Years Later"
Launch of Dr. John Osae-Kwapong's book titled, "5 Presidents, 8 Elections, 30 Years Later"
01:35:30
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Join us on Thursday: #CDDRTD: "The Kenyan 2022 and Nigerian 2023 Election: Lessons for Ghana"
Join us on Thursday: #CDDRTD: "The Kenyan 2022 and Nigerian 2023 Election: Lessons for Ghana"
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Roundtable Discussion on Strengthening Pluralism and Inclusion of Women for Inclusive Development
Roundtable Discussion on Strengthening Pluralism and Inclusion of Women for Inclusive Development
03:09:16
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Commemorating CDD-Ghana Silver Jubilee
Commemorating CDD-Ghana Silver Jubilee
12:39
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CDD-Ghana @25
CDD-Ghana @25
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CSOs’ Take on The President’s Appointment of Three New Members to The Electoral Commission
CSOs’ Take on The President’s Appointment of Three New Members to The Electoral Commission
44:49
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The GRA Tax Brouhaha
The GRA Tax Brouhaha
04:20
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Government must cease its continuous assault on the office of the Auditor-General
Government must cease its continuous assault on the office of the Auditor-General
07:43
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The role of the media in amplifying citizens’ voice: Practices, Challenges and Opportunities -Ridwan
The role of the media in amplifying citizens’ voice: Practices, Challenges and Opportunities -Ridwan
02:26
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Civic engagement and the Civic Space in Ghana: Constraints and Opportunities - John P. Frinjuah
Civic engagement and the Civic Space in Ghana: Constraints and Opportunities - John P. Frinjuah
01:08
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End of year message from the Executive Director of CDD-Ghana - Prof. H. Kwasi Prempeh
End of year message from the Executive Director of CDD-Ghana - Prof. H. Kwasi Prempeh
06:02
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17th &#039Kronti ne Akwamu&#039 lecture highlights
17th 'Kronti ne Akwamu' lecture highlights
04:17
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Media Workshop on Inclusive Civic Spaces
Media Workshop on Inclusive Civic Spaces
06:40
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Enhancing Youth Entrepreneurial Skills - A success story
Enhancing Youth Entrepreneurial Skills - A success story
10:49
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Join us today at 5PM for the 17th edition of the Kronti ne Akwamu lecture
Join us today at 5PM for the 17th edition of the Kronti ne Akwamu lecture
02:43:25
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#Data4GovAfrica Stakeholder Engagement on Governance, Democracy, and Human Rights in Africa
#Data4GovAfrica Stakeholder Engagement on Governance, Democracy, and Human Rights in Africa
01:19:58
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Democracy Month - "The People"
Democracy Month - "The People"
13:27
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The People Teaser
The People Teaser
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What is conflict of interest?
What is conflict of interest?
02:59
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Democracy Month 2022
Democracy Month 2022
01:51
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Prof Gyimah-Boadi raises questions about OSP-Labianca saga
Prof Gyimah-Boadi raises questions about OSP-Labianca saga
03:19
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&#039Youth Speaks Series II Enhancing Youth Participation in Local Governance&#039
'Youth Speaks Series II Enhancing Youth Participation in Local Governance'
07:57
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24th Anniversary Highlights
24th Anniversary Highlights
03:20
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2nd Public Release of Afrobarometer R9 Survey in Ghana
2nd Public Release of Afrobarometer R9 Survey in Ghana
02:13
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Highlights of 2022 Data Fair
Highlights of 2022 Data Fair
03:32
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Highlights of First Public Release of Afrobarometer R9 Ghana Survey Findings
Highlights of First Public Release of Afrobarometer R9 Ghana Survey Findings
02:45
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Economy, taxation, and public service delivery: Highlights from Afrobarometer R9 survey in Ghana
Economy, taxation, and public service delivery: Highlights from Afrobarometer R9 survey in Ghana
01:58:09
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Press Conference and Launch of the "Citizens&#039 Coalition&#039.
Press Conference and Launch of the "Citizens' Coalition'.
01:36:59
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Are you a danger to the LGBTQ+ Community in Ghana?
Are you a danger to the LGBTQ+ Community in Ghana?
01:01
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"Expectations vs. Reality - Navigating the Unique Composition of the 8th Parliament"
"Expectations vs. Reality - Navigating the Unique Composition of the 8th Parliament"
11:36
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Highlights of key findings on Ghana’s ESMTDP 2018-2021
Highlights of key findings on Ghana’s ESMTDP 2018-2021
01:50
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Launch & Dissemination of Research Report on Ghana&#039s ESMTDP (2018-2021)
Launch & Dissemination of Research Report on Ghana's ESMTDP (2018-2021)
02:10:58
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#CDDRTD on "Navigating the Unique Composition of the 8th Parliament"
#CDDRTD on "Navigating the Unique Composition of the 8th Parliament"
02:34:03
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Joy Change-Speakers Series II: Energy, Economic Management and Political Space – Kwaku Awotwi
Joy Change-Speakers Series II: Energy, Economic Management and Political Space – Kwaku Awotwi
11:26
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Joy Change-Speakers Series II: Our Political Parties vs. Democracy – Prof H. Prempeh
Joy Change-Speakers Series II: Our Political Parties vs. Democracy – Prof H. Prempeh
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“Sustaining Democratic Resilience in The Context of Erosion: Lessons from Europe and Africa”
“Sustaining Democratic Resilience in The Context of Erosion: Lessons from Europe and Africa”
02:27:57
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Increasing Security Consciousness of Citizens in Border Communities (English Version)
Increasing Security Consciousness of Citizens in Border Communities (English Version)
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Increasing Security Consciousness of Citizens in Border Communities (Twi Version)
Increasing Security Consciousness of Citizens in Border Communities (Twi Version)
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Increasing Security Consciousness of Citizens in Border Communities (Ewe Version)
Increasing Security Consciousness of Citizens in Border Communities (Ewe Version)
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Promoting Accountability & Development in Ghana’s Mining Districts through the MDDS Project
Promoting Accountability & Development in Ghana’s Mining Districts through the MDDS Project
06:37
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Join the Citizens Speak townhall meetings and have a say in the decision making for your district.
Join the Citizens Speak townhall meetings and have a say in the decision making for your district.
01:09
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Happy International Women&#039s Day from all of us at the Center.
Happy International Women's Day from all of us at the Center.
01:50
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Promoting Use of Evidence in Policy-Making: Exploring CDD-Ghana&#039s E4D Project
Promoting Use of Evidence in Policy-Making: Exploring CDD-Ghana's E4D Project
03:14
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CDD-Ghana&#039s E4D Project holds National Multi-Stakeholder Forum
CDD-Ghana's E4D Project holds National Multi-Stakeholder Forum
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Research Report Dissemination - Impact of Traditional Leaders’ Endorsement of Election Candidates
Research Report Dissemination - Impact of Traditional Leaders’ Endorsement of Election Candidates
01:57:50
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LIVE: Launch of the book: &#039Notes from the Public Square&#039
LIVE: Launch of the book: 'Notes from the Public Square'
01:24:31

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Afrobarometer

Instituted in 1999, Afrobarometer is a Pan-African, non-partisan survey research project that conducts...

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CODEO

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Corruption Watch

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D&G Bootcamp

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Freedom Project

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I Am Aware

The I AM AWARE project is CDD-Ghana’s non-partisan citizen empowerment campaign..

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WAEON

WAEON is an independent, non-partisan, and non-religious organization...

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WAYLead Fellowship

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