Formed from the merger of the British colony of the Gold Coast
and the Togoland trust territory, in 1957, Ghana became the first
country in colonial Africa to gain its. A long series of coups
resulted in the suspension of the constitution in 1981 and the
banning of political parties. In 1992, a new constitution, restoring
multiparty politics, was approved. Lt. Jerry Rawlings, head of
state since 1981, won presidential elections in 1992 and 1996.
He was constitutionally prevented from running for a third term
in 2000, and was succeeded by John Kufuor.
This collection of interent sources provides access to websites
of selected governmental and non-governmental organizations involved
in economic and social development programs in The Republic of
Ghana. Included are international, regional, national, and local
organizations. Although selective, inclusion of a site by no
means constitutes endorsement by either the African and Middle
Eastern Division or the Area Studies Directorate of the Library
of Congress. Every source listed here was successfully tested
before being added to the list. Users, however, should be aware
that a successful connection may sometimes require several attempts.
For Library of Congress contact information and additional reference
and research materials on Ghana, consult the Library's African
Section Ghana
Country web page.
African
Security Dialogue and Research (http://www.kabissa.org/links/detailed/468.html)
‘An independent NGO specializing in issues of security and their relationship
with democratic consolidation. Site contains aims and contact information. Accra.'
Agricultural and Rural
Development Association (http://www.spinnenwerk.de/ara/ara2.htm)
‘Non-profit NGO working to improve basic environmental and agricultural
problems facing rural communities in Ghana.'
Akuapem Development Foundation (http://www.adf.kabissa.org/)
NGO for social services: aims and objectives, structure and staff, achievements
and successes, recognition and membership.
Catholic Action for Street children
(CAS) (http://www.btinternet.com/%7Ecas/)
‘A Ghanaian NGO which helps street children who live in the streets of
Accra, Ashaiman, and Tema metropolis'.
Christian
Medical & Dental Associations - Manna Mission Hospital (http://www.cmds.org/index.cgi?CONTEXT=art&cat=200&art=514&BISKIT=3051761113)
Site posts opportunities for Christian physicians to teach medical courses at
the Manna Mission Hospital near Accra, Ghana.
Fellowship of Associates
of Medical Evangelism (http://www.fameworld.org/missions/ghana.htm)
‘An organization dedicated to building medical clinics and churches in
Ghana and supplying medicines, medical equipment and personnel.'
Friends of Ghana (http://quattro.me.uiuc.edu/%7Efog/)
Organization of returned Peace Corps volunteers.
ISOC - Internet Society, Ghana Chapter (http://www.isoc.org.gh)
‘Organization focuses on promoting the expansion of the Internet in Ghana
including infrastructure, value-added services, content, use and technical advancement;
particular attention on activities to expand access to rural communities.'
Integrated Social Development Centre (http://www.isodec.org.gh)
NGO working for sustainable human development through the empowerment of the
poor and other marginalised groups,especially women. Offices in Accra, Kumasi,
Sunyani and Tamale.
International Committee of the Red Cross - Ghana (http://www.icrc.org)
Reports on Red Cross activity in Ghana.
International Reconstructive
Plastic Surgery: Ghana Project (http://www.plasticsurgery-africa.org/)
Site provides overview of history and mission of organization.
Leaders of Tomorrow Foundation (http://interconnection.org/lotfound/)
Site provides information on the group program in Ghana; its background, objectives,
programmes, membership and sponsorship.
Lets Go Ghana Foundation (http://www.legsgoghana.com)
A nonprofit organization that promotes educational and tourism programs about
Ghana in the U.S. to Americans and business opportuntities in Ghana.
The Luke Society - Ghana (http://www.lukesociety.org/profiles/ghana.html)
The Society provides medical care, community health education and the Christian
message at the Luke Society Hospital in Kasei and several outreach clinics.
Nana Kwadwo Adu II Foundation for Ghana, Inc (http://iam4ghana.org/)
The Foundation is dedicated to increasing awareness of Ghana by Americans through
travel programs, cultural exchanges, and workshops with local American youth.
National Salvation Congress NASAC (http://www.gsu.edu/%7Efinjws/platform.htm)
‘An organization of expatriate Ghanaian students and professionals around
the globe who communicate via electronic mail.'
United States. Peace Corps (http://www.peacecorps.gov)
Site provides an overview of Peace Corps projects in Ghana.
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