Ghana's democracy faces critical challenges, including declining trust in institutions, widespread perceptions of corruption, and a growing "democracy deficit." That was the sobering assessment shared by Dr.
Osae-Kwapong, Project Director of the Democracy Project, during his presentation at the University of Media Arts and Communication (UniMAC) forum on November 22, 2024, via Zoom.
Speaking at the event titled "The Election Dividend: Threats to Democracy, the Role of Communication, and Reinventing Civic Responsibility," Dr.
Osae-Kwapong laid out the urgent need for robust civic engagement and independent institutions to address these threats.