Ghana’s Parliament has made significant strides in enhancing its data management capabilities, with the Data Management Department hosting a workshop to review a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Parliament and the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). The MoU aims to establish a framework for collaboration, enabling Parliament to produce and utilize data and statistics more effectively, while ensuring timely data provision from the GSS.
The workshop also focused on reviewing the draft Data Sharing Policy, which outlines conditions and formats for releasing parliamentary data to users. This policy is aligned with the African Charter on Statistics and emphasizes data accessibility, confidentiality, and assurance.
In support of the Open Government Partnership, the Data Management Department is developing an Interactive User Interface to allow the public to access, visualize, and download datasets related to parliamentary activities. This move is expected to promote transparency and accountability in governance.
The Data Management Department expressed gratitude to the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA) for laying the groundwork for a strong working relationship between Parliament and the GSS. The Department also acknowledged the continued support from the GSS.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
