The Stream

Ghana’s economic growing pains

Why thousands say the country’s booming economy is leaving them behind.

Ghana is one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies, so why are protestors calling for economic justice? From #OccupyFlagStaffHouse to #TUCDemo, demonstrations are gaining traction as the cost of living rises. Government supporters, however, say recent price adjustments are necessary to keep the economy strong. We discuss the conditions driving thousands to ‘Occupy Ghana’ Wednesday at 1930 GMT.

On this episode of The Stream, we speak to:

Edward Amartey-Tagoe @ttaaggooee
Blogger and entrepreneur
edwardtagoe.com

Kate Nkansa-Dwamena @KateNkansa
Editor-in-chief, Infobox Daily
katenkansa.wordpress.com

Samuel George @samgeorgegh
Spokesperson, Ministry of Communications 
ghana.gov.gh

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