To Enact or to Implement
A Critical Analysis of Ghana’s Climate-Change Legal and Policy Frameworks
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 20404188 |
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| Authors | Donatus Dunee (0000-0002-2611-4300, Wuhan University Research Institute of Environmental Law https://dx.doi.org/12390 Wuhan China), Edwin Twum Ayimadu (0009-0006-1322-761X, Wuhan University School of Resource and Environmental Science https://dx.doi.org/12390 Wuhan China), Isaac Osei Asante (Wuhan University School of Cyber Science and Engineering https://dx.doi.org/12390 Wuhan China), Vitus Galaa Mwinbuobu (0009-0009-2083-951X, Central China Normal University https://dx.doi.org/12446 Wuhan China), Pangestu Fira Felicia (Central China Normal University https://dx.doi.org/12446 Wuhan China), Benedicta Daanaah (University of Education Winneba Ghana) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 17 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 44-67 |
| Publication date | 2024-09-09 |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Africa Review (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0974-4061 • E-ISSN: 0974-4061 |
| Publisher | Walter de Gruyter GmbH (PUBLISHER • DE) |
| DOI | 10.1163/09744061-bja10197 |
| OpenAlex | W4402430698 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 10 |
This study analyses Ghana’s climate-change legal and policy frameworks, pinpointing significant gaps and offering targeted recommendations to bolster the nation’s resilience against climate change. Despite Ghana’s commitments under international agreements and the formulation of national policies, challenges persist in policy implementation, sectoral integration, research, stakeholder engagement, funding and adaptation strategies. The paper argues for a robust, integrated approach to enhance Ghana’s climate governance, highlighting the necessity for improved implementation capacity, cross-sectoral policy harmonisation, enhanced climate data collection, active stakeholder participation, innovative financing and a stronger focus on adaptation and resilience. Key recommendations advocate for political commitment, collaborative efforts and resource mobilisation to ensure effective climate action. This condensed analysis contributes to the broader dialogue on climate-change management in emerging economies, offering insights for policy-makers and stakeholders on advancing climate resilience and sustainable development
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| Highly cited | No |
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