MONDAY MORNING QUESTION π¬πβ
Does Ghana really need a 300-member Parliament?
Can we improve representation for women, young people and persons with disabilities without simply adding more MPs?
π¬ 300 MPs: YES or NO, and why?
Swipe ππΎ for the civil society position.
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Civil Society has spoken on Ghanaβs constitutional reform. π¬π
CPCR has presented its positions on the reforms Ghana needs, what it supports, where it differs with Government, and what must happen next.
π Full Position Paper: shorturl.at/W00NxποΈ Press Address: shorturl.at/8xNzC
What ONE reform do you believe Ghana must get right? ππΎ
Can Parliament effectively check the government if some MPs are also running the government? π¬πCivil society supports separating the roles of MP and Minister.But we want to hear from you:Should MPs be allowed to serve as Ministers?YES or NO, and why? ππΎ#CPCR #ConstitutionalReform
How independent is an institution if its leadership depends heavily on one office? π¬π
Civil society wants competitive, merit-based and independent processes for appointments to key independent institutions.
Independence should begin with the appointment.
Swipe π
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4 YEARS or 5 YEARS? π¬π
Should Ghana extend the presidential term, or can the challenges of a 4-year term be addressed without giving the Presidency another year?
Civil society has taken a position.
Swipe to see why. π
What do you think? Drop your comments
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Should Ghana have a fixed election period?
What if everyone knew years in advance exactly when presidential elections would take place?
The Constitution Review Committee (CRC) recommended setting Ghana's presidential elections in the first week of November. The Government has accepted this recommendation, saying it will improve planning, predictability, and ensure a smoother transition of power.
But what does this really mean for you as a citizen?
Swipe through to see the Government's position explained in simple language.
π¬ Do you think fixing the election period is a good idea? Tell us why in the comments.
π¬π Should Ghana lower the minimum age to become President?
Current Constitution: 40 years
CRC Recommendation: 30 years
Government Position: 35 years (Accepted in Principle)
What age do you think is right?
π³οΈ Join the conversation and explore more constitutional reform proposals at citizensforreform.org
#ConstitutionExplained #CPCR #Ghana #ConstitutionalReform
π¬π Should Ghana's President serve for FIVE years instead of FOUR?
It's one of the biggest proposals in Ghana's Constitutional Review, and we're breaking it down in simple language.
In this first edition of #ConstitutionExplained, we unpack:
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What the CRC proposed
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Government's position
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What it could mean for every Ghanaian
π¬ Do you support a five-year presidential term? Tell us why.
π Learn more and follow the constitutional reform process at citizensforreform.org
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PRESS CONFERENCE
The Citizens Platform for Constitutional Reform (CPCR) will hold a press conference to share updates on Ghanaβs constitutional reform process and the role of citizens in shaping the countryβs democratic future.
π Mon, 16 March 2025
β° 10:00 AM
π Press Center
Follow the reform conversation:
π citizensforreform.org
#CPCR #ConstitutionalReform #CitizenEngagement #KnowYourRights
Happy Independence Day, Ghana!
Today we celebrate the courage, vision, and sacrifice that led to our nationβs freedom.
Independence was not only about breaking from colonial rule, it was about building a nation where citizens have a voice, rights are protected, and governance reflects the will of the people.
As Ghana continues to grow, conversations about our Constitution and the future of our democracy remain just as important.
At CPCR, we believe that informed citizens strengthen democracy.
Explore the Constitution, track reforms, and stay informed about the future of our nation.
π· citizensforreform.org
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