Government of Ghana facts for kids
Coat of Arms of the Republic of Ghana
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 Flagstaff House is the official residence and presidential palace. |
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| Formed | Founder's Day 68 years, 3 months Republic Day 64 years, 11 months 1992 Constitution 33 years, 1 month |
| Jurisdiction | Republic of Ghana |
| Headquarters | Accra, Greater Accra  |
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Ghana was once led by a military government. But in 1992, things changed. Ghana allowed its citizens to vote for their leaders.
In 1993, Ghana became a parliamentary democracy. This means people elect representatives to make laws. This new system is called the Fourth Republic. The country's rules, found in the 1992 constitution, share power among different groups. These include a president, a parliament, a cabinet, a council of state, and a national court.
Everyone in Ghana can vote. It doesn't matter what their gender, race, or background is.
How Ghana is Governed
Political parties became legal in Ghana in 1992. Today, there are 20 political parties. The two biggest parties are the National Democratic Congress and the New Patriotic Party.
The National Democratic Congress won elections in 1992, 1996, 2008, and 2012. The New Patriotic Party won elections in 2000, 2004, and 2016.
Ghana's Relationships with Other Countries
Ghana believes in the Non-Aligned Movement. This means it tries not to pick sides with other countries. Instead, Ghana prefers to work together with all nations.
Ghana is a member of the United Nations and the African Union. Many people from Ghana work as diplomats for these important groups. They help Ghana connect with countries around the world.
Regions of Ghana
The Republic of Ghana is divided into ten main regions. These regions are further split into smaller areas. There are 6 large metropolitan areas, 55 municipal areas, and 216 districts.
