Ghana’s Role in Pan-Africanism and Tourism Ghana, often hailed as the gateway to Africa and a champion of Pan-African ideals, has long stood as a beacon of unity for people of African descent across the globe. As the first sub-Saharan country to gain independence, Ghana holds a special place in the heart of Pan-Africanists. Its […]
The YAFO Institute applauds the Parliament of Ghana for its current assessment of the Ghana Scholarships Authority Bill, 2025, a game-changing piece of legislation aiming at revamping the administration and awarding of government scholarships across the country. This Bill, which is presently being considered by the Joint Committee on Education, Public Administration, and State Interests and
In Ghana, the heartbeat of the economy lies in its private informal sector, where small businesses—often led by women—employ 94% of the workforce. Yet, these entrepreneurs face daunting barriers: double taxation, high transaction costs, limited access to formal banking, and exclusion from digital financial systems. For years, development efforts have overlooked this vital sector, leaving
History is indeed a rich source of lessons, offering insights into human behavior, societal patterns, and the consequences of actions. It’s like a vast, messy library of everything we’ve done—triumphs, mistakes, and all. Ghana has traveled a long way from the Bond of 1844 to the Rule of Law we enjoyed under the 1992 constitution.
Judicial Martyrs Should not become a Merchandise of Political Tragedy in Ghana Read More »
Introduction: A Plot That Crosses Borders Late one night, while scrolling through WhatsApp, I came across something that stopped me in my tracks—and sent my thoughts racing in a direction I never expected: Musk in bed with Putin? What are we really witnessing here—strategic inconsistency or a betrayal of global order? I know it is
Musk, Putin, and Trump: The Shadow Alliance That Could Shake Ghana Read More »
Following the December 7, 2024, general elections, Ghana is filled with high expectations as the John Mahama-led government assumes office, tasked with addressing the challenges left unresolved by the previous administration. These challenges include persistent insecurity, particularly in the northern regions, exacerbated by the ongoing chieftaincy conflict in Bawku, where the illegal enstoolment of a
Assessing Ghana’s 120-Day Social Contract and the Resetting Ghana Agenda Read More »
During the maiden State of the Nation Address delivered by H.E President John Dramani Mahama, on Thursday, 27th February 2025, the new government revealed its resolve to hand over the activities of feeding in Senior High Schools (SHS) back to the administrators of the various schools. This is at the back of a campaign promise
Reforming Free SHS Policy; Feeding in Senior High Schools in Ghana Read More »
President of YAFO Institute Nathanial Dwamena has advised the ruling government to scrap the Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy). He believes the E-Levy is not only a nuisance tax but has also not generated the expected revenue. According to Mr. Dwamena, there is no need for the government to maintain the levy. He indicated that the
Deliver on your promise to scrap the E-Levy; it is a nuisance tax – YAFO Institute Read More »
President of YAFO Institute, Nathaniel Dwamena, has bemoaned the difficulties involved in land administration. He stated that several individuals are scared of purchasing land and other properties due to fraud and litigations resulting from the challenges involved in the validation process of determining the rightful owners. To address these challenges, he has proposed the use
Nathaniel Dwamena, Founder and President of YAFO Institute, a nonpartisan, nonprofit think tank that advocates for free enterprise and liberty in Ghana has underscored the importance of decentralized business empowerment in reducing business costs and enhancing operational efficiency. YAFO’s Founder made the above statement during the Institute’s recent hosting of a one-day in-person training on
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