A Recap of Ghana's 2024 General Elections
The 2024 general elections in Ghana, held on December 7, marked a significant chapter in the country’s democratic journey. The elections were hotly contested, featuring key candidates John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). With a vibrant political atmosphere and high voter turnout, the Electoral Commission declared John Mahama the President-elect after securing a decisive victory. Presidential Race John Dramani Mahama won the presidency with a notable margin, garnering substantial votes across key regions such as Greater Accra, Northern, and Volta. His campaign emphasized economic recovery, youth employment, and national unity. Meanwhile, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and the NPP retained a stronghold in the Ashanti and Eastern regions but could not secure enough nationwide support to stay in power. Parliamentary Elections The NDC also made gains in Parliament, flipping several constituencies, including Abura Aseb...