Democracy in Ghana
The NDC won the 2024 election, taking power from the NPP with 56.6% of the votes, maintaining the eight-year cycle between both parties since 1992
Key Stats
Democratic History
This page offers a comprehensive overview of Ghana's government and political history through two key interactive visualisations. The first section provides a detailed table showcasing vital political and economic indicators, such as Ghana's population, GDP, government structure, age and tenure of the current president, military regime status, and democracy metrics.
The second section presents a historical and political chronology of Ghana, highlighting significant milestones such as independence, referendum history, coups, notable wars, and democratic progress. Together, these visualisations provide a rich resource for understanding Ghana's governance, leadership, and democratic evolution, catering to researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in African political history.
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