Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in the country yesterday met with Independent Presidential Candidate, Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, to discuss his proposed Great Transformational Plan (GTP), which is his blue print to put Ghana on a sustained path of economic recovery and growth.
The meeting on Tuesday, 14th November, 2023 at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra follows on the heels of similar ones with captains of industries among others.
Under the theme,’’ A Transformation Agenda for all Ghanaians’’, Mr Kyerematen who is also founder of the movement for change, exchanged ideas on his GTP with CSOs who are seen as major stakeholders in shaping strategic policies for development of the country. Alan Kyerematen is known for his extensive experience in public service and his commitment towards driving positive change. As Ghana’s longest serving Minister of Trade, he has been at the forefront of Ghana’s most successful development initiatives thanks to his vast knowledge in industrialization, trade and public policy.
The Civil Society Organizations which participated in the meeting were a formidable assembly of Ghana’s leading advocacy and research groups and this included well-known organizations such IMANI for Africa, the Centre for Democratic Development ( CDD-GHANA), the institute for Democratic Governance ( IDEC), and the National Interest Movement (NIM), along with several others.
These groups have consistently played a pivotal role in shaping Ghana’s policies and providing valuable insights into various aspects of the nation’s development.
Alan Kyerematen’s Great Transformational Plan, a comprehensive vision for the nation’s future, has already garnered considerable attention and acceptance.
Indeed, many believe that this meeting with CSOs is another essential step in ensuring the plan’s success.
The theme, ‘’A Transformation Agenda for all Ghanaians,’’ summarizes the importance of inclusivity in the nation’s development journey. It reflects a commitment to ensuring that the transformational plan put forward by Alan Kyerematen serves the best interests of all Ghanaians, regardless of their backgrounds or circumstances.
Similarly, the meeting provided a platform for open and constructive dialogue between the CSOs and Alan Kyerematen, enabling the exchange of ideas, concerns, and recommendations. This collaborative effort is targeted at refining and enhancing the Great Transformational Plan, making it more robust, comprehensive and responsive to the needs and aspirations of the Ghanaian people.
The event symbolizes the power of collaboration, inclusivity, and civic engagement, and it underscores the profound potential for positive transformation in Ghana. The discussions, insights, and outcomes of the meeting, this paper learnt, will undoubtedly resonate throughout the nation and contribute to the realization of a more prosperous and equitable Ghana for all.
Source: the insight newspaper