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Ghana one-member-one-vote reform
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In late July 2026 Ghana’s Supreme Court ruled 5‑2 that the delegate system used for party internal elections was unconstitutional. The court ordered unconstitutional, ordering all political parties to replace it with adopt a universal “one member, one vote” system for selecting leaders and candidates within a year. The decision case was brought by former ministers and supported backed by the Attorney‑General’s Department. Reactions were mixed. Officials of the ruling New Patriotic Party officials warned that the change could reshape Ghanaian democracy, while the opposition National Democratic Congress highlighted stressed the financial and logistical burdens of nationwide primaries. Analysts noted the reform might curb money politics but could shift vote‑buying to other forms. A few days later, observers Experts emphasized the need for adequate funding. funding needs. Oliver Barker‑Vormawor of Democracy Hub argued reiterated that existing state financing already flows through the Electoral Commission should be leveraged and called for urged broader public support to ensure effective implementation of the new system’s effective implementation. system. Senior political scientist Dr Kwame Asante praised the decision as a way to curb “moneytocracy” and improve transparency, inclusivity and the overall quality of Ghana’s democratic process. NDC chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia welcomed recent economic stabilisation, urged parties to adopt bottom‑up electoral structures, and warned against third‑term agendas that could undermine democracy. The ruling is set to reshape internal party democracy ahead of upcoming presidential and parliamentary primaries, expanding participation while raising concerns about costs and costs, logistical capacity. capacity and the need for adequate state support.
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- 2026-08-05 22:04 UTC Ghana one-member-one-vote reform
- 2026-08-01 12:20 UTC Ghana one-member-one-vote reform
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