Restructuring the National Investment Bank
Restructure the National Investment Bank to finance our domestic
industries..--More
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Decentralizing Industrial Development
Decentralize industrial development to the district level..--More
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Development of Industries
Build on Ghanas oil resources to develop industries such as fertilizer
and LPG cylinders..--More
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Duty free imports
Introduce duty-free inputs for target industries. Specific industries that will receive
attention:
1. Processing agricultural goods - to benefit both farmers and
industrial entrepreneurs.
2. Develop limestone deposits at Buipe, Nauli and Nadowli for
cement.
3. Utilize clay deposits for brick and building materials for affordable housing units.
4. Rejuvenate the textile industry, from seed production to
processing and printing.
5. Establish shea processing in all northern regions to achieve
50,000 tons per year.
6. Support salt processing to benefit the communities and the
petrochemical industry.
7. Rehabilitate abandoned but viable manufacturing
enterprises, such as Kumasi Jute, Aboso Glass, Tannery and Coir Fibre, Pomadze Poultry.
8. Explore an integrated Iron and Steel industry at Oppon Manso..--More
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Agric research and technology
Make agricultural research and
technology work to lower costs and
increase output..--More
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Successful Outgrower programme
Extend the successful outgrower
programme to more crops, including
food crops..--More
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Creation of District Agricultural Advisory Service
Create a District Agricultural Advisory Service to advise on technology and marketing..--More
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Promote rural finance
Promote rural finance:
1. Create a regulatory and legal
framework for rural finance.
2. Build Central Bank capacity for
financial flows to agriculture.
3. Give incentives to lending in
agriculture..--More
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Provide supportive marketing infrastructure
Provide supportive marketing infrastructure roads, fish landing
sites, blast freezers, cold store facilities, rural electrification all
critical for agricultural growth..--More
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Special Pension Scheme for farmers and fishermen
Create a special pension scheme to encourage farmers and fishermen
associations..--More
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Establishment of a Buffer Stock Management Agency
Establish a Buffer Stock Management Agency for food
security and competitive prices for farmers during gluts..--More
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Establishing a Ghana Commodities Exchange
Set up a Ghana Commodities Exchange to provide post-harvest
infrastructure, trading standards, and contract standards that will
improve financing..--More
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Rehabilitate existing irrigation schemes and construction of new ones
Rehabilitate existing irrigation schemes and construct additional
ones with a flagship in the Accra plains..--More
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The Cocoa Industry
Promises to the Cocoa Industry
1. Extend services to include
brushing, pest/disease control,
shade management, pollination
and fertilization.
2. Pay cocoa farmers at least
70% of the world market price,
but not including the cost of
pest/disease control, roads,
scholarships, technology for
production and bonuses.
3. Process at least 60% of
the cocoa produce locally,
including plans for another
Cocoa Processing Factory in
the Western Region to reduce
transport problems and increase
jobs..--More
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The Industrial Crops
Industrial Crops
1. Increase production of raw
materials for local processing,
including cotton, cashew, rubber,
oil palm, soy, bio-fuel plants,
medicinal plants and coconut.
2. Give special attention to
sheanuts (assistance for
picking, transport, processing),
dawadawa (develop for
commercial and medicine), and
cotton, as well as continued
support for pineapple, bananas,
vegetables, ornamental plants
and flowers, moringa..--More
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Poultry and other livestock
Poultry and other Livestock
1. Increase cultivation of feed to
reduce producer costs.
2. Use tariff and non-tariff barriers to
give local poultry support on the
local market.
3. Support the large-scale breeding
and production of guinea fowls.
4. Assist other livestock farmers to increase scales of production..--More
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Fisheries Sector
Fisheries
1. Improve fish stocks through
education and enforcement by an
equipped Navy.
2. Reduce post-harvest losses:
increase storage, processing,
freezers and ice facilities.
3. Support fish-farming in inland water
bodies: complete stump removal,
expand fish hatcheries to produce
fingerlings, create Fisheries College
to train and assist farmers.
4. Support and train Fish Farmers
Associations
5. Correct the quality and management
problems of pre-mix fuel..--More
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Plantation Development & Afforestaion
>>> Forestry:... Adopt a plan for public and private
Plantations Development and
Afforestation..--More
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Timber Log importation
Facilitate logs importation from African countries to support the
timber industry.
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Ensure timber revenues benefit the communities
Ensure timber revenues benefit the communities and the future of our forests. .--More
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Markets for Ghanaian made goods in the ECOWAS region.
Achieve agreements with ECOWAS countries to provide aid in exchange
for export markets for Ghanaian made goods.
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Amending the Public Procurement Act
Amend the Public Procurement Act to favour Ghanas goods in all public
procurements..--More
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Business lending.
Work with financial institutions to encourage lending to business
operations..--More
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Special tax rates to financial institutions
Introduce special tax rates to financial institutions that lend to
priority sectors, agriculture, industry, services and micro-, small and
medium sized businesses and pensions..--More
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Ghana as a financial hub
Position Ghana as a financial hub for finance in West Africa..--More
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Assistance & Incentives for local banks
Assist viable local banks and offer them incentives.
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The role of Bank of Ghana as regulator to ensure compliance
Support the Bank of Ghana\'s role as regulator to ensure compliance
with rules and processes; monitor and supervise the finance system to
protect depositors..--More
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Relief in international trade arrangements
Use all means possible to get relief in international trade arrangements to protect domestic industry..--More
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Seeking new markets
Actively seek markets via the Export
Promotion Council and Ministry of
Foreign Affairs..--More
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Support for businesses
Work with Business Associations to
support informal and formal private
businesses..--More
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Land Accessibility
Facilitate fair access to land according to the Constitution and proper ownership titles..--More
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Credit for legitimate businesses
Mobilize credit and finance for onlending to legitimate businesses..--More
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Reaching out to Small businesses
Give special attention to micro, small and medium sized business
financing..--More
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Investing in Strategic Areas
Make investments in strategic areas to direct private investment toward
important sectors..--More
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Training and logistics support
Provide incentives, training and logistics support to improve private sector provision..--More
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Support for networks, communities & heritage sites
Support the continued social networks, traditional urban communities and heritage sites..--More
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Create Land Banks
Create Land Banks to ensure available, affordable serviced plots, with proper compensation for stool and family lands. .--More
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Land use planning and property rights
Enforce land use planning and property rights, emphasizing District level accountability. .--More
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Enforce building standards
Set and enforce building and building materials standards..--More
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Local production of building materials
Invest in large-scale local production of building materials..--More
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Distribution & access to materials
Improve the distribution and access to imported and locally produced materials..--More
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Building skills upgrade
Upgrade building skills through improved technical education and professional bodies..--More
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Building & mortgage credit
Facilitate access to credit for building and mortgages..--More
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Slums, Zongos & historical townships upgrade.
Upgrade existing slum areas, Zongos and historical urban townships..--More
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Existing city housing
Prevent existing city housing from decaying by investing in improvement and management..--More
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Improved security for dwellers
Improve security for urban dwellers with increased policing and crime prevention..--More
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Land for housing
Make land available for housing in partnership with traditional owners..--More
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Access to low-cost building methods
Provide technical assistance and access to low-cost building methods..--More
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Erosion & drainage programmes
Promote erosion control and draining programmes..--More
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Wall protection & roof loan schemes
Provide wall protection and roof loan schemes..--More
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Support for cooperatives and trade in housing
Support cooperatives and trade associations to assist in housing provision..--More
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Involve communities in planning...
Involve communities in planning, setting standards and ensuring compliance..--More
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Water delivery & maintainance
Improve the role of the District Assemblies in delivering and maintaining water supply..--More
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District Works Department
Establish a District Works Department to speed up water delivery..--More
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Abolish 5% contribution
Abolish the 5% contribution by Districts and communities that block access to water..--More
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Support to improve private sector provision of water
Provide incentives, training and logistics support to improve private sector provision..--More
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Use of oil & gas revenue
Apply oil and gas revenue to priority areas of education, health, rural development, infrastructure, housing, and water and sanitation, especially in oil and gas communities. .--More
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Project funds for maintenance and distribution networks.
Set aside project funds for maintenance and establish spare parts distribution networks..--More
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Research and development of alternative water sources
Invest in research and development of alternative water sources, such as rain water..--More
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Urban Water
Urban Water: (1) Create new water supply and treatment systems, and upgrade existing ones, including at Aveyime. (2) Protect water sheds that supply urban areas. (3) Examine the cost structure of water to favor the poor..--More
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Materials supply
Supply materials, including local materials, for latrine construction..--More
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Latrine subsidies
Extend subsidies on latrine construction..--More
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Enfrcement of sanitation laws
Enforce laws on sanitation by the District Assemblies and Committees..--More
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Public education & Sanitation practises
Increase public education on hand-washing and good sanitation practices..--More
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Hand-washing facilities
Provide hand-washing facilities at public institutions, especially at all schools..--More
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MMT Transparency
Make MMT transparent and accountable no more trying to trick Ghanaians about buses..--More
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Route licensing system
Introduce a route licensing system to regulate city transport routes to reduce queue times..--More
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Vehicle standards & traffic regulations
Enforce vehicle standards and traffic regulations to improve safety. .--More
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Assist private sector to reduce costs of moving goods
Assist the private sector to reduce costs of moving goods from farmgate to market and from storage or port to market. .--More
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Improve the rail system
Improve the rail system as a cost effective alternative to haulage..--More
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Re-classify all road contractors
Re-classify all road contractors along transparent, non-political party guidelines..--More
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Payment of road contractors
Pay road contractors in a non-party, non-crony basis..--More
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Road Maintenance
Emphasize maintenance of [roads] in a regionally balanced manner..--More
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Decentralize government departments
Decentralize and make government departments more lean, accountable and effective..--More
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Increase feeder road network
Increase the feeder road network for improved movement of goods to markets and ports..--More
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Trunk road gaps
focus on trunk road gaps: (1) Western Corridor: Axim Hamile (2) Eastern Corridor: Tema to Bawku via Nkwanta and Bimbilla. (3) Bawku Corridor in Upper East and Upper West: Lawra Tumu
(4) Tamale Wa network: Sawlafulfulso stretch.--More
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Trains & tracks repair
Invest in track repair and trains to move more passengers and goods..--More
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Investments
Invest in management improvement and workers..--More
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Prevent unhealthy competition between rail and roads
Prevent an unhealthy competition between rail and roads that destroys the road networks..--More
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Rails modernization
Modernize old rails with new size and technology, especially improving fuel supply..--More
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Construct a new line
Construct a new line: Kumasi through Wa to Hamile..--More
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Re-establish the port by rail links
Re-establish the port by rail links, focusing on Tema first..--More
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Separate the GPHA regulatory role
Convert to a landlord port system
separate the GPHA regulatory role from its commercial role as landlord..--More
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Attract investment to dredge
Attract investment to dredge and deepen the Takoradi Port for container ships..--More
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Establish 2 landing points on Volta river
Establish 2 more landing points on the Volta river to reduce transport distances..--More
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Complete stump removal in the Volta
Complete stump removal in the Volta to improve navigation and reduce accidents..--More
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Additional pontoons at Yeji
Install more pontoons at Yeji..--More
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Compliance with rules on water-worthy boats
Enforce compliance with rules on water-worthy boats and loading goods and people..--More
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Anti-corruption crusade in the energy sector
Apply the anti-corruption crusade fully in the energy sector - ensure transparency and enforced compliance with regulations. .--More
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Energy for industrial growth
Ensure enough and reliable energy for industrial growth and improved social services..--More
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Train Ghanaians for the oil and gas industry.
Train Ghanaians at all levels in the skills needed for a growing oil and gas industry. .--More
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Tano Basin gas project & Osagyefo Barge project.
Make the Tano Basin gas project succeed and expand the osagyefo Barge project..--More
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Aboadze steam turbine project
Implement the Aboadze steam turbine project..--More
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West African Gas Pipeline
Ensure quick completion of the West African Gas Pipeline..--More
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Restoration of Volta lake
Restore Volta Lake for more hyrogeneration..--More
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Restoration of VRA, ECG & TOR
Restore the finances and remove party politics from the VRA, ECG and Tor..--More
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Strengthen the PURC
Strengthen the PUrC as a truly independent regulator..--More
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Invest in renewable Energy resources
Invest in renewable Energy resources - smaller hydro projects, solar, wind, tidal wave, biomass and biogas - for future sustainability and lower current costs of energy..--More
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No excuses
Make no excuses for corrupt government officers..--More
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Reorganize the Serious Fraud Office
Reorganize the Serious Fraud Office to be independent of the party and those in positions of power. Allow it to investigate and apply
the law fairly and justly. Separate the budget of SFO so
that individuals in power cannot play politics with investigations and hinder anti-corruption work.
Stop punishing SFO worker s who investigate and seek to prosecute corruption..--More
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Strengthen the CHRAJ
Strengthen the CHRAJ to fight corruption - even without an explicit complainant..--More
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Abolish the Office of Accountability
Abolish the Office of Accountability that Ghanaians believe protects corrupt officials..--More
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Revise the law on Asset Declaration
Revise the law on Asset Declaration to increase transparency and accountability. .--More
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Enact a freedom of Information Bill
Enact a freedom of Information Bill so the public has access to official information..--More
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Support the role of the Media
Support the role of the Media in promoting national unity, stability and security. .--More
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Support Alternative Dispute resolution
Support Alternative Dispute resolution to avoid costly and delayed litigation..--More
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Strengthen the Legal Aid system - making some free
Strengthen the Legal Aid system including making some services free..--More
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Stop the political manipulation of justice
Stop the political manipulation of justice. Place an upper limit on the
number of Justices on the Supreme Court.
Empanel all Supreme Cour t Justices on all cases for consistency.
Separate the Attorney General from the Ministry of Justice for efficiency and transparency..--More
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Improve the delivery of justice
Improve the delivery of justice by training all levels of the justice system, and bonding those that Ghanaian taxpayers pay to educate..--More
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Ensure the capacity and capability of the military
Ensure the capacity and capability of the military to maintain Ghanas borders. .--More
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Support the contribution to regional and global peace efforts
Support the contribution to regional and global peace efforts to spread peace..--More
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Support and rebuild the intelligence agencies
Support and rebuild the intelligence agencies to meet the contemporary threats of money laundering, crossborder crime, human trafficking and environmental degradation..--More
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Resource the intelligence agency
Resource the intelligence agency to collect and analyze intelligence. .--More
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Coordination and cooperation between security agencies
Improve the coordination and cooperation between security agencies..--More
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Fund the Police
Provide equipment, logistics, office and living space required for effective Police..--More
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Broaden the selection and training of security personnel
Broaden the selection and training of security personnel to ensure a genuine national character as required by the Constitution of Ghana..--More
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Support the Neighborhood Watch Program
Support the Neighborhood Watch Program to boost the efforts of the Police..--More
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Independent commission on the murder of the Yaa Naa Yakubu Mandeni II
Set up a truly non-partisan, competent independent commission on the murder of the Yaa Naa Yakubu Mandeni II and his elders for long lasting peace in Ghana..--More
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The murder of Alhaji Issah Mobila of the CPP
Prosecute all persons found responsible for the murder of Alhaji Issah Mobila of the CPP. .--More
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Money laundering and drug transport
Reverse Ghanas image as an easy target for money laundering and drug transport point..--More
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Seize and forfeit assets of drug traffickers
Seize and forfeit assets of drug traffickers to meet national and international obligations..--More
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Ensure fair and equitable justice
Ensure fair and equitable justice not just for drivers and petty dealers, but for barons and cartels and their powerful allies..--More
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Sentences of the crime.
Sentences will match the seriousness of the crime..--More
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Equip the security services and anti-drug agencies
Equip the security services and anti-drug agencies to confront sophisticated criminals..--More
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Achieve at least 40% representation of women
Strive to achieve at least 40% representation of women, both in government and public service, as well as within our own party..--More
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Women in education
Promote and increase the retention of women in education..--More
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Female health issues
Make reproductive and other female health issues central to the social and health policy..--More
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Discrimination against women.
Increase public information to stop practices that harm or discriminate against women..--More
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Safeguard the dignity and rights of women
Enact legislation to safeguard the dignity and rights of women effectively return to our policies for an Affirmative Action for women. .--More
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Apply scientific, objective criteria to the demarcation of districts
Apply scientific, objective criteria to the demarcation of districts (Not political) and align sub-district structures with the new districts..--More
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Confusing policies
Review the confusing policies subdistrict and submetropolitan councils could not apply. .--More
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Urban, Zonal, Town, Area Councils
Make the Urban, Zonal, Town, Area Councils the operative government unit. .--More
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Fix the problems Unit Committees face
Fix the problems Unit Committees face so they can perform and deliver - to achieve true participation and grassroots democracy. .--More
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Make government appointees accountable
Make government appointees accountable. We must return to the original intent to represent the disadvantaged and marginalized groups, and bring expert knowledge. Require scientific, management training for the DCEs before assuming office..--More
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Make the District Assemblies and local officials accountable to the electorate.
Make the District Assemblies and local officials accountable to the electorate. Apply the Constitutional Act that requires Assemblies to meet with the electorate before and after each meeting. Provide for logistical and financial resources for such meetings. Provide for local radio to cover community issues and District Assembly proceedings and meetings with the electorate. Make an Internal Audit Units responsible to the District Assemblies. for better local accountability and transparency. Educate the public on its rights and powers to hold the DA and DCE accountable including through the process to revoke a mandate or put up a vote of no confidence. Publish financial allocations to the DAs so that communities act as local monitors..--More
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Deepen the decentralization of government.
Deepen the decentralization of government. Transfer administrative functions such as company registration and passport processing to the District level. Stop tying the DA Common fund to projects dictated by the Ministry - allow priorities to be determined locally. Separate the DA Common Fund from the MPs Common fund. Abolish the practice of givi ng part of the Common fund to Ministries, regional Councils and administrative bodies so the funds go to the Districts. Re-integrate the DAs into the tender awarding process..--More
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Public sector companies operations and efficiency
Require public sector companies to put operations and efficiency over political concerns..--More
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Not appointing Ministers and MPs to positions of Chairman or Chairwoman of Board of Directors of public sector companies
Not appoint Ministers and MPs to positions of Chairman or Chairwoman of Board of Directors of public sector companies to avoid intrusion of party politics..--More
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Separate state ownership from the role of management in the Board of Directors
Separate state ownership from the role of management in the Board of Directors so that the public sector companies operate under the same controls as private companies..--More
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Board of Directors accountable to shareholders
Make the Board of Directors accountable to shareholders as in private business..--More
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Automate and network vital agencies
Automate and network compulsory CEPS, IrS, VAT, Ministry of finance, Controller and Accountant Generals Department, Bank of Ghana and other such agencies..--More
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Make the computers work
Make the computers work through networks and systems that enforce rules and processes..--More
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Train technology users
Train technology users to be competent and to sustain use of the computer systems..--More
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Monitor actions of those in ministries, departments and agencies.
Use systems to monitor the actions of those in ministries, departments and agencies. .--More
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Monitoring implementation of Manifestos pledges and promise.
The NDC is committed to implementing the objectives and policies set out in this NDC Manifesto. The NDC government will establish as Monitoring Unit that will watch and measure the implementation of the Manifestos pledges and promise. .--More
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Strengthen research and development institutions
Strengthen research and development institutions and their links to businesses..--More
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Specific industries that will receive attention
Specific industries that will receive attention: Processing agricultural goods - to benefit both farmer s and industrial entrepreneurs.
Develop limestone deposits at Buipe, Nauli and Nadowli for cement.
Utilize clay deposits for brick and building materials for affordable housing units.
Rejuvenate the textile industr y, from seed production to processing and printing.
Establish shea processing in all northern regions to achieve 50,000 tons per year.
Suppor t salt processing to benefit the communities and the petrochemical industry.
Rehabilitate abandoned but viable manufacturing enterprises, such as Kumasi Jute, Aboso Glass, Tannery and Coir fibre, Pomadze Poultry.
Explore an integrated Iron and Steel industry at oppon Manso..--More
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Reorganise community tenure and rights of farmers
Reorganise community tenure and rights of farmers to trees outside reserves. .--More
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Promote the use of lesser used trees
Promote the use of lesser used trees (rubber, coconut and bamboo) for construction. .--More
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Assist industrial-scale tree farming
Assist industrial-scale tree farming in depleted forest reserves or degraded land..--More
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Develop inland and coastal wetlands
Develop inland and coastal wetlands and rehabilitate mangrove resources..--More
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Allocation of Timber Utilization Contracts
Streamline the allocation of Timber Utilization Contracts..--More
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Processing and investment in technology and recycling wood residues.
Promote added processing and investment in technology and recycling wood residues. .--More
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Reinforce protection and management of National Parks
Reinforce protection and management of National Parks and other wildlife protected areas to sustain bio-diversity, research, education, recreation and ecotourism..--More
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Reform regulations to be business friendly
Reform regulations to be business friendly and compatible with rapid growth..--More
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Create jobs
Create jobs, both directly and indirectly, especially for the youth. .--More
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Strengthen environmental regulation
Strengthen environmental regulation and enforcement in mining areas..--More
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Abolish investment agreements
Abolish investment agreements that make mining operations exempt from legislative reforms and national emergencies. .--More
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Income for the communities and for development
Capture more income for the communities and for development. .--More
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Transparency in the management of mineral resources.
Ensure transparency in the management of mineral resources..--More
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Expand and diversify the (mining) sector
Expand and diversify the sector beyond the current minerals; provide fiscal incentives for iron ore, limestone and other industrial minerals..--More
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Improve capacity of small-scale operations
Improve capacity of small-scale operations and reduce illegal galamsey..--More
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Launch a major public works and infrastructure programme
Launch a major public works and infrastructure programme for job generation. .--More
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Attract outsourced computer-based contracts
Attract outsourced computer-based contracts in the ICT parks across Ghana. .--More
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Train top SSS graduates in ICT and mobile phone technology.
Train top SSS graduates from all regions of Ghana in ICT and mobile phone technology. .--More
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Require more products to be assembled in Ghana
Require more products to be assembled in Ghana, to provide jobs and support a machine tools industry in Kumasi and Sekondi for a sustainable manufacturing..--More
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Invest in manufacturing of building materials
Invest in manufacturing of building materials in all regions of Ghana. .--More
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Expand nursing and midwifery colleges
Expand nursing and midwifery colleges and increase new student intake for medical jobs. .--More
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Support small businesses in the trades
Support small businesses in the trades (mechanics, electricians, drivers, hairdressers, dressmakers, masons, plumbers, carpenters and others) with credit and training. .--More
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Give cooperatives tax benefits
Give cooperatives tax benefits, access to loans and grants, access to public works projects and special procurement linkages. .--More
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Complete the Sekondi Naval Workshop
Complete the Sekondi Naval Workshop for refurbishment of ships, boats and trains..--More
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Make school systems relevant to the needs of labour and industry
Make school systems relevant to the needs of labour and industry to produce employable graduates in fields that require a high skills base..--More
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Offer tax incentives for private sector employers
Offer tax incentives for private sector employers that hire new tertiary graduates..--More
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Review previous and current youth employment programmes
Review previous and current youth employment programmes, adding new programmes for targeted sectors and for Entrepreneurial Development among our youth. .--More
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Drastically reduce price of petrol
Drastically reduce the price of ex-pump price of petrol irrespective of the prevailing cost on the world market.
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Establish a lean, but effective and efficient government
Establish a lean, but effective and efficient government by cutting out ostentation and profligate expenditure; rationalising ministries and ministerial appointments; promoting service, humility and integrity as canons of government..--More
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Protect the Safety and Security of Ghanaians
Protect the Safety and Security of Ghanaians by streamlining, harmonising and resourcing the agencies of state with responsibility for ensuring the security of life and safety of property.--More
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Dealing with the appalling filth in our communities, and the related health problems
Take bold and comprehensive measures to deal with the appalling filth in our communities, and the related health problems of our people caused by inadequate, inappropriate and ineffective waste management systems and practices..--More
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Review and re-constitute the membership of Commissions and Boards
Review and re-constitute the membership of Commissions and Boards, solely on the basis of expertise and competence; eschewing all partisan and familial considerations..--More
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Legislation on various tax and tariff measures designed to provide relief for Ghanaians.
Prepare and present to parliament, legislation on various tax and tariff measures designed to provide relief for Ghanaians..--More
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Ensure prompt and effective implementation of existing legislation
Ensure prompt and effective implementation of existing legislation such as the Persons with Disability [PWDs] Act; 2006 Act 715 and the whistleblowers Act, 2006 Act 720..--More
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Improve the NHIS
Improve the NHIS to extend access
to health services. Review and streamline the
system according to its mandate and core objectives to ensure a national health insurance scheme as opposed to district health insurance schemes.
Target women between 15-49, especially pregnant women, to register.
Allow children under 5 to be registered by one parent.
To allow for a one time premium payment for registration with the NHIS scheme.
Register and give NHIS cards for infants at Birth registration centres.
Involve private health care providers in NHIS, easing stringent procedures..--More
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Increase education and training for all levels of medical personnel.
Increase education and training for all levels of medical personnel. Expand Nur sing Training
Colleges. Complete the School of Health
Sciences at USD and U Cape Coast.
Apply improved communication and information technology to medical training.
Set up Medical Assistant training schools in Volta, Western and northern regions.
Develop a reward package for lecturers in the medical sciences..--More
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Motivate and retain medical professionals.
Motivate and retain medical professionals. Facilitate construction and
access to housing. Work with health care provider s
to create a workplace free of tension..--More
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Improve rural access to medical care.
Improve rural access to medical care. Provide wide incenti ves for rural
practice for public and private medical practitioners.
Post newly -qualified specialists to regional and District Hospitals.
Equip Regional and District Hospitals with Pharmacists and other professionals..--More
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Reduce traffic accidents and injury
Build infrastructure to reduce traffic accidents and injury..--More
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Clean and potable water
Provide clean and potable water, and improve sanitation..--More
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Affordable houses for a healthier living
Extend decent, affordable houses for a healthier living environment. .--More
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Strengthening the FDB.
Prevent illness from contaminated foods and drinks by strengthening the fDB..--More
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Step up the fight against the drug trade to combat mental illness
Step up the fight against the drug trade to combat mental illness of addicts and prevent harm from violent crime. Rapidly pass the Mental Health
Bill. Sponsor training for doctor s and
nurses in psychiatry. Train mental health care
providers to address growing problems in drug addiction..--More
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Integrate traditional medical practice into existing health care systems
Integrate traditional medical practice into existing health care systems; increase support of research and cultivation of plant medicines. .--More
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Support for HIV/ AIDS and TB initiatives
Continue high level support for HIV/ AIDS and TB initiatives. .--More
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Teacher training colleges under Teacher Training universities
Bring all teacher training colleges under Teacher Training universities..--More
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Expand teacher training
Expand teacher training facilities and institutions..--More
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Focus training on skills
Focus training on skills for different levels and subjects, emphasizing math, science and English for different education levels. .--More
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Redesign the In-In-out system
redesign the In-In-out system, with the out segment a maximum of 2 aggregate terms..--More
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Include ICT, creative arts, and citizenship education in teacher training.
Include ICT, creative arts, and citizenship education in teacher training..--More
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Special training for preschool and Kindergarten
Provide special training for preschool and Kindergarten level teaching..--More
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Improve salaries, accommodation and retirement benefits.
Improve salaries, accommodation and retirement benefits..--More
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15% professional allowance for licensed teachers
Pay licensed teachers a professional allowance of 15% of the basic salary..--More
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10% allowance for technical-vocation education teachers
Pay technical-vocational education teachers an addition 10% allowance of basic salary..--More
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20% allowance for teachers in deprived areas
Pay teachers in deprived areas an additional allowance of 20% of basic salary..--More
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Give specialist teachers in science and math 3 incremental credits at point of entry.
Give specialist teachers in science and math 3 incremental credits at point of entry..--More
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Offer on-going training through open and distance learning facilities.
Offer on-going training through open and distance learning facilities..--More
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Extend the free aspect of fCUBE for poor communities
Extend the free aspect of fCUBE for poor communities by ending extra fees and providing uniforms..--More
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Establish schools so no child walks more than 3 km to school.
Establish schools so no child walks more than 3 km to school..--More
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Equip JSS for science, technical and vocational subjects.
Equip JSS for science, technical and vocational subjects..--More
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Abolish the shift system at JSS level.
Abolish the shift system at JSS level..--More
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Provide employment and academic counseling at the JSS level
Provide employment and academic counseling at the JSS level to help JSS leavers..--More
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Transparency in the school feeding program
Introduce transparency and strengthen management and operations of the school feeding program; expand coverage to include all primary level education..--More
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Train competent personnel to support special education in the schools
Provide adequate funds to train competent personnel to support special education in the schools to address Ghanaians with disabilities and special needs..--More
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Collaborate with GES and UEW to organize teacher training to upgrade skills.
Collaborate with GES and UEW to organize teacher training to upgrade skills..--More
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Improve the supply of logistics for special education on a regular basis.
Improve the supply of logistics for special education on a regular basis..--More
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Expand and equip existing special schools and establish new ones.
Expand and equip existing special schools and establish new ones..--More
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Reverse the 4 year duration to 3 years.
Reverse the 4 year duration to 3 years. .--More
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Revamp the science resource centres in selected SSS.
Revamp the science resource centres in selected SSS..--More
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Raise the number of SSS to increase uptake.
Raise the number of SSS to increase uptake..--More
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Restore science and technology workshops
Restore science and technology workshops to 2nd cycle girls going into science careers..--More
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Assume water and electricity bills at second cycle schools.
Assume water and electricity bills at second cycle schools..--More
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Expand the curricula
Expand the curricula to include more languages, computer science and arts..--More
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Make information technology an examinable subject at SSS level.
Make information technology an examinable subject at SSS level..--More
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Make a major policy shift to support technical education.
Make a major policy shift to support technical education..--More
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Vocational institutes for JSS students
Students who do not qualify for technical or SSS after JSS will enter vocational institutes..--More
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Build two technical schools in each district.
Build two technical schools in each district..--More
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Rehabilitate and upgrade all technical schools.
Rehabilitate and upgrade all technical schools..--More
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Establish at least 2 more public sector universities and improve existing facilities
Establish at least 2 more public sector universities and improve existing facilities: The Univer sity of Health and
Allied Sciences at Ho. The Univer sity of Energy and
Natural resources in Sunyani. Give special attention to
improving UDS with a GETfund allocation..--More
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Institute scholarships and bursaries for high performing students.
Institute scholarships and bursaries for high performing students..--More
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Extra payments for printing, marking papers and other fees.
Prohibit demands for extra payments for printing, marking papers and other fees..--More
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Encourage private sector participation in providing hostels.
Encourage private sector participation in providing hostels..--More
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Review remuneration and conditions of service for tertiary faculty.
Review remuneration and conditions of service for tertiary faculty..--More
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Monitor quality of education by revamping the National Accreditation Board.
Monitor quality of education by revamping the National Accreditation Board..--More
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Rationalize and equip polytechnics
Rationalize and equip polytechnics to meet demands of the job market and economy..--More
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Encourage linkages between tertiary education and business and industry.
Encourage linkages between tertiary education and business and industry..--More
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Off-campus educational qualifications.
Use distance education and modern technology for off-campus educational qualifications..--More
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Youth training and employment
Focus efforts on strategic areas for youth training and employment: Formalize, regulate and invest in
Vocational and Technical training and Apprenticeships.
Provide District Vocational institutes, Apprenticeship Training and Production Centres and Job Placement Centres coordinate training, recruitment and placement..--More
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Re-establish a Ministry of Youth and Sports
Re-establish a Ministry of Youth and Sports to integrate sports into the development process..--More
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Pre-pare a non-partisan National Youth Policy
Pre-pare a non-partisan National Youth Policy based on the 2004 Youth Manifesto..--More
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Revamp school sports nationally.
Revamp school sports nationally..--More
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Support the establishment of sports
Support the establishment of sports
academies and combat exploitation of youth in sports..--More
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Increase infrastructure for sports
Increase infrastructure for sports, with stadiums and gymnasiums in the regions and districts..--More
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Re-invigorate the Non-formal Education programme
Re-invigorate the Non-formal Education programme to reduce adult illiteracy..--More
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Increase inclusive development and accountability
Increase inclusive development and accountability with an outright attack on corruption and increased accountability and participation at the district level..--More
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Increase access to all social services for the poor
Increase access to all social services for the poor: education, community-based health services, clean water, sanitation services. .--More
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Address the problem of gender inequality
Address the problem of gender inequality: Improve access to water,
sanitation and community-based health services for females.
Achieve gender equality in education, participation and completion.
Increase enrolment of girls in education and technical skills training.
Introduce better-managed microcredit schemes.
Proscribe and conduct public education on negative customs, including trokosi.
Enforce domestic violence laws. Improve female literacy..--More
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Target urban poverty
Target urban poverty: Embark on a major slum renewal for improved housing and access to social services. Provide a social security system for the informal sector. Promote labor intensive industr y to provide urban jobs. Expand skills-training and job placement for youth to fill the job skills industry needs. Reduce child labor..--More
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Target rural poverty
Target rural poverty: Improve agricultural productivity: Build infrastructure such as road networks and storage facilities; Invest in quality extension services; Provide subsidies to targeted farm sectors. Promote simple and appropriate forms of transportation. Provide incentives for businesses and public and private sectors workers to locate in rural areas. Enforce accountability of local government and increase participation of the poor and disadvantaged..--More
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Address the problem of regional inequality
Address the problem of regional inequality: Establish the Nor thern
Accelerated Development Authority with a special fund from the Contingency fund, donor agencies and development financial institutions. Accelerate infrastructure development in the northern regions. Harness the resources of the north with value-added processing, improved technology. Make strategic investments in people with more and better social services. .--More
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Present to Parliament a co-ordinated programme of economic and social development
Present to Parliament a co-ordinated programme of economic and social development, including agricultural and industrial programmes at all levels, in all sectors, and in all regions of Ghana as required under Article 36 (5) of the Constitution. .--More
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Reduce the trends in infant/child and maternal mortality
Significantly reduce current troubling and unacceptable trends in infant/child and maternal mortality .--More
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Review the National Health Insurance Scheme
Review the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) to provide coverage for basic healthcare for all and review the unwieldy bureaucracy and palpable corruption of the Scheme. .--More
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Review and streamline Public Sector Wages
Review and streamline Public Sector Wages with the view to boosting productivity and towards paying decent wages for the working people. .--More
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Promote and support quality healthcare
Vigorously promote and support quality healthcare for the people. .--More
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Quality of the School Feeding Programme
Mobilise additional external resources to be able to expand and improve the quality of the School Feeding Programme to cover all primary schools countrywide. .--More
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Review the Capitation Grant
Review the Capitation Grant to ensure that it is in accord with the true and proper requirements of the provisions of the Free Compulsory Universal Basic Education (FCUBE). .--More
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Review the GETFUND Act by decentralising the utilisation of the FUND
Review the GETFUND Act by decentralising the utilisation of the FUND to the educational institutions themselves and with the participation of students. .--More
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Remuneration structure that will make public sector managers and employees
Provide a remuneration structure that will make public sector managers and employees, including civil servants, teachers and health sector workers, productive, effective and efficient. .--More
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Establish an Election Fund
Sponsor legislation to establish an Election Fund from which polling agents of political parties and of candidates shall benefit for training and on Election Day, among other things. .--More
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Review all land transactions in which public lands have been sold to private individuals and companies.
Review all land transactions in which public lands have been sold to private individuals and companies in contravention of the constitutional requirement for the first option of purchase of such lands to have been made to their previous owners. .--More
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