CDD-Ghana, GIZ hold stakeholder dialogue in Bolgatanga to strengthen OSP in anti-corruption fight
Stakeholders engage the Office of the Special Prosecutor to deepen collaboration, public awareness, and citizen participation in reporting corruption in Ghana.
The Ghana Center for Democratic Development, in collaboration with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, has held a stakeholder dialogue on strengthening the work of the Office of the Special Prosecutor, bringing together key actors to deepen public understanding and participation in Ghana’s anti-corruption efforts.
The dialogue, held in Bolgatanga on April 23, brought together civil society organizations, policymakers, media practitioners, and other stakeholders, who engaged the OSP on its mandate, operations, and challenges.
A representative of CDD-Ghana, Magdalene Mensah, explained that the engagement was designed to create a platform for the OSP to directly interact with stakeholders and clarify its role.
“We had the OSP come to discuss their mandate and also share with participants what they do. As civil society and participants, we explored how we can come together to report corruption and help build a better Ghana.” She said.
Mensah emphasized that despite ongoing public discussions about the powers of the OSP, the institution remains a critical pillar in Ghana’s anti-corruption framework.
“The OSP is very relevant because it is an independent institution. It is not affiliated with the government. They are working in the interest of the public to curb corruption and make the nation a better place.” She added.
She further called on citizens to support the work of the OSP by actively reporting corruption cases through available channels.
“Anywhere you see corruption, report it. Let’s all come together and help create a better Ghana.” She urged.
On the broader fight against corruption, Mensah acknowledged that while some progress has been made, Ghana still has significant work to do.
“Ghana has a long way to go when it comes to corruption. There are many issues that need to be handled and stopped.”
The dialogue also provided an avenue for stakeholders to contribute to ongoing assessments and policy discussions aimed at improving the effectiveness, independence, and operational impact of the OSP.
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