A coalition of Ghanaian organizations has launched an initiative to monitor political activities ahead of the 2024 elections, citing concerns over the growing influence of money in politics.
The Ghana Integrity Initiative, Center for Democratic Development, International Foundation for Electoral Systems, and Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition aim to scrutinize campaign expenditures, vote-buying schemes, and incumbent advantages.
Executive Director of GII, Mary Awelana Addah, criticized the lack of financial transparency, unchecked incumbency benefits, and vote-buying practices that erode trust in democratic institutions.
The coalition’s project will track campaign spending, incumbency abuse, and vote-buying instances, informing advocacy efforts for comprehensive party and campaign financing reforms.
Experts warn that the absence of transparency and spending caps allows financial power to shape elections, distracting lawmakers from their duties.
The initiative seeks to empower Ghanaians to demand accountability and promote judicious resource use.
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Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
