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Download or read book The Consolidation of Democracy in Ghana written by Kweku Etrew Amua Sekyi and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author: Samuel Ebow Quainoo
Publisher: Global Academic Publishing
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 176
ISBN-13: 9781586840402
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhat conditions motivate a transition to democracy? Can the dynamics of a transition influence its outcome? Under what circumstances has democracy been consolidated in Africa? This trilogy of questions has become necessary in light of the current democratic wave engulfing Africa and the rest of the world. In examining the conditions that initiate democratic transitions, this book investigates the circumstances under which democracy movements have operated between 1980 and 1990. It concludes that, contrary to dominant democratic theory, the transitions to democracy in Africa have occurred under declining levels of development. With regard to transitions, the book recognizes that they have their own dynamics. Two main types of transitions are discerned: top-down and bottom-up. The book argues that in spite of the restrictive nature of top-down transitions, they offer a better opportunity for democratic consolidation because of the consensus between elites of the pro-democracy regime and their counterparts in the authoritarian regime, a condition that is normally absent under bottom-up transitions. Finally, relying on the cases of consolidated democracies, the book derives an African democracy model. The model delineates five main conditions that facilitate democratic consolidation, including good leadership, relevant political institutions, external support, civic space, and a reasonable level of development. It cautions, however, that these are not sufficient conditions, nor are all of them necessary. Since countries have unique historical circumstances, specific countries will have to combine conditions in the model that are relevant to that society to consolidate its democracy. The right combination will depend on the specific needs of the individual country.
Download or read book Transitions and Consolidation of Democracy in Africa written by Samuel Ebow Quainoo and published by Global Academic Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What conditions motivate a transition to democracy? Can the dynamics of a transition influence its outcome? Under what circumstances has democracy been consolidated in Africa? This trilogy of questions has become necessary in light of the current democratic wave engulfing Africa and the rest of the world. In examining the conditions that initiate democratic transitions, this book investigates the circumstances under which democracy movements have operated between 1980 and 1990. It concludes that, contrary to dominant democratic theory, the transitions to democracy in Africa have occurred under declining levels of development. With regard to transitions, the book recognizes that they have their own dynamics. Two main types of transitions are discerned: top-down and bottom-up. The book argues that in spite of the restrictive nature of top-down transitions, they offer a better opportunity for democratic consolidation because of the consensus between elites of the pro-democracy regime and their counterparts in the authoritarian regime, a condition that is normally absent under bottom-up transitions. Finally, relying on the cases of consolidated democracies, the book derives an African democracy model. The model delineates five main conditions that facilitate democratic consolidation, including good leadership, relevant political institutions, external support, civic space, and a reasonable level of development. It cautions, however, that these are not sufficient conditions, nor are all of them necessary. Since countries have unique historical circumstances, specific countries will have to combine conditions in the model that are relevant to that society to consolidate its democracy. The right combination will depend on the specific needs of the individual country.
Download or read book Democracy Consolidation Strategy Paper written by and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Mass Media, Public Opinion and the Consolidation of Democracy in Ghana written by Kwaku Yeboah and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author: R. Pinkney
Publisher: Springer
Published: 1997-05-29
Total Pages: 241
ISBN-13: 0230379583
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn examination of the evolution of democracy in Ghana and Tanzania, following long periods of single-party and military rule, and looks at the current and potential obstacles to democratic development. After discussing the nature of democracy, the author goes on to consider the conditions which have made the emergence of multi-party politics possible in Ghana and Tanzania. The book looks at the balance of forces between governments and campaigners for pluralist democracy, and at the outcomes that emerged.
Download or read book Democracy and Dictatorship in Ghana and Tanzania written by R. Pinkney and published by Springer. This book was released on 1997-05-29 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An examination of the evolution of democracy in Ghana and Tanzania, following long periods of single-party and military rule, and looks at the current and potential obstacles to democratic development. After discussing the nature of democracy, the author goes on to consider the conditions which have made the emergence of multi-party politics possible in Ghana and Tanzania. The book looks at the balance of forces between governments and campaigners for pluralist democracy, and at the outcomes that emerged.
Download or read book Strongmen and Democratic Consolidation written by Kevin Scott Fridy and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author: Nana Hagan
Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
Published: 2013
Total Pages: 128
ISBN-13: 9783659402852
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDemocratic consolidation has no doubt assumed a frontal roll in political discourse due to the extension and establishment of democracies in new polities and the need to protect these new democracies from relapse. While current literature settles earlier doubts of a positive correlation between civil society and democratic consolidation, there are still contentious debates in the circles of academia and practice regarding what constitute a consolidated democracy and the extent of civil society's contributions to it. Against this backdrop, the study critically assesses the contributions of civil society towards democratic consolidation in Ghana based on Linz and Stepan's concept of democratic consolidation. Whiles this book addresses academic concerns by stimulating relevant theoretical and conceptual debates and thus serving the purposes of researchers and students of politics, sociology, governance, democracy and civil society, its simplisity and practical approach makes it useful to national and local governance practitioners, civil society and development practitioners as well as the general reader.
Download or read book Civil Society and Democratic Consolidation in Ghana written by Nana Hagan and published by LAP Lambert Academic Publishing. This book was released on 2013 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Democratic consolidation has no doubt assumed a frontal roll in political discourse due to the extension and establishment of democracies in new polities and the need to protect these new democracies from relapse. While current literature settles earlier doubts of a positive correlation between civil society and democratic consolidation, there are still contentious debates in the circles of academia and practice regarding what constitute a consolidated democracy and the extent of civil society's contributions to it. Against this backdrop, the study critically assesses the contributions of civil society towards democratic consolidation in Ghana based on Linz and Stepan's concept of democratic consolidation. Whiles this book addresses academic concerns by stimulating relevant theoretical and conceptual debates and thus serving the purposes of researchers and students of politics, sociology, governance, democracy and civil society, its simplisity and practical approach makes it useful to national and local governance practitioners, civil society and development practitioners as well as the general reader.
Author: John-Paul Safunu Banchani
Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
Published: 2012-07
Total Pages: 76
ISBN-13: 9783659186813
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWeak governance institutions and bad governance practices have always undermined Africa's quest to consolidate her democratic gains and development. The African Peer Review Mechanism, a self monitoring mechanism, established by African Union members to ensure that the policies and practices of participating countries conform to the agreed political, economic, and corporate governance codes, standards, and values contained in the New Partnership for Africa's Development declaration on Democracy, Good Political, Economic and Corporate Governance have contributed in consolidating democracy and good governance in Ghana through the widening of the political space for civil society groups and people at the grassroots to participate in the governance process. Since going through the first review, Ghana has taken measures to consolidate her democracy and is now widely regarded as one of the most democratic countries in Africa. Using a variety of data sources, this study sets out to identify the conditions necessary for the consolidation of democracy in Africa. It also identifies some governance institutions that are critical in democratic consolidation. The broad focus is on Ghana.
Download or read book Governance Institutions in Africa and the Consolidation of Democracy written by John-Paul Safunu Banchani and published by LAP Lambert Academic Publishing. This book was released on 2012-07 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Weak governance institutions and bad governance practices have always undermined Africa's quest to consolidate her democratic gains and development. The African Peer Review Mechanism, a self monitoring mechanism, established by African Union members to ensure that the policies and practices of participating countries conform to the agreed political, economic, and corporate governance codes, standards, and values contained in the New Partnership for Africa's Development declaration on Democracy, Good Political, Economic and Corporate Governance have contributed in consolidating democracy and good governance in Ghana through the widening of the political space for civil society groups and people at the grassroots to participate in the governance process. Since going through the first review, Ghana has taken measures to consolidate her democracy and is now widely regarded as one of the most democratic countries in Africa. Using a variety of data sources, this study sets out to identify the conditions necessary for the consolidation of democracy in Africa. It also identifies some governance institutions that are critical in democratic consolidation. The broad focus is on Ghana.
Download or read book Democratic Consolidation in Ghana written by Abdulai Abdul Karim and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author: Joseph R.A. Ayee
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Published: 2019-10-16
Total Pages: 375
ISBN-13: 1793603359
DOWNLOAD EBOOKSince it achieved independence in 1957, the West African state of Ghana has become the torchbearer of African liberation, as well as a laboratory for the study of endemic problems facing the African continent. In terms of democratic consolidation, the country holds a unique position on the continent as beacon of stability and democracy. Politics, Governance, and Development in Ghana takes critical stock of the landmark themes that have dominated its history since independence. The contributors address issues such as citizenship, civil society, the military, politicians, chiefs, transnational actors, the public sector and policies, the executive branch, decentralization, the economy, electoral politics, natural resources, and relations with Asia and the diaspora. These themes support “mobilizing for Ghana’s future,” which is the theme for the diamond jubilee celebration of Ghana’s independence. Edited by Joseph R.A. Ayee, this book will deepen the literature on studies on Ghana especially in the areas of politics, governance, economy and development; serve as a resource for academics, students, practitioners; and commemorate the diamond jubilee celebration of Ghana’s independence.
Download or read book Politics, Governance, and Development in Ghana written by Joseph R.A. Ayee and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-10-16 with total page 375 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since it achieved independence in 1957, the West African state of Ghana has become the torchbearer of African liberation, as well as a laboratory for the study of endemic problems facing the African continent. In terms of democratic consolidation, the country holds a unique position on the continent as beacon of stability and democracy. Politics, Governance, and Development in Ghana takes critical stock of the landmark themes that have dominated its history since independence. The contributors address issues such as citizenship, civil society, the military, politicians, chiefs, transnational actors, the public sector and policies, the executive branch, decentralization, the economy, electoral politics, natural resources, and relations with Asia and the diaspora. These themes support “mobilizing for Ghana’s future,” which is the theme for the diamond jubilee celebration of Ghana’s independence. Edited by Joseph R.A. Ayee, this book will deepen the literature on studies on Ghana especially in the areas of politics, governance, economy and development; serve as a resource for academics, students, practitioners; and commemorate the diamond jubilee celebration of Ghana’s independence.
