In a major step toward strengthening grassroots civic responsibility and accountability, 60 civic educators from across Ghana are undergoing intensive training aimed at deepening public understanding of the rule of law and the fight against corruption.
The initiative, launched under the theme “Civic Engagements on the Rule of Law and the Fight Against Corruption,” is being organized by the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) with funding from the European Union (EU) and technical support from GIZ. The 24-month project, which began in April 2025, seeks to enhance civic awareness, reduce corruption, and foster public accountability nationwide.
Ms. Kathleen Addy, Chairperson of the NCCE, addressed participants at the training held in Fumesua in the Ashanti Region. She stressed the critical role civic educators play in reshaping public attitudes toward corruption, which she described as “the biggest problem for Ghana.”
“Corruption affects all of us,” Ms. Addy said, urging Ghanaians to take ownership of the fight. “This is a national issue that demands unity and collective action. If we don’t stop it together, it will destroy us.”
She also encouraged educators to adopt interactive and visual teaching methods such as drama, infographics, and pictorial storytelling to make civic lessons more engaging and memorable at the community level.
Mr. Patrick Asare-Nelson, Project Manager for the EU, said the two-year programme is focused on empowering citizens with the knowledge and tools needed to demand transparency and accountability from public officials.
Also contributing to the session, Ms. Mildred Edinam Adzraku, Technical Advisor at GIZ, underscored the importance of civic education in curbing systemic corruption. “We may not be able to eliminate corruption completely, but we can significantly reduce its impact through education and awareness,” she said.
The training brought together top officials from the NCCE, including Mr. Samuel Asare Akuamoah, Deputy Chairman in Charge of Operations; Mr. Victor Brobbey, Deputy Chairman in Charge of General Services; Ms. Peace Kondo, Director for Human Resources; and Ms. Rita Amparbin, Director of Communications and Corporate Affairs.
As the project unfolds through 2027, civic educators are expected to spearhead local campaigns that promote integrity, transparency, and rule of law, particularly in rural and underserved communities.
This grassroots approach, backed by international development partners, marks a strategic shift in Ghana’s anti-corruption drive—placing education and community mobilisation at the heart of national efforts to build a more accountable society.
