February 2026

Understanding child poverty in urban Ghana: Evidence from Techiman Municipality

Child poverty remains a critical issue in Ghana, persisting despite decades of economic growth. This study argues that in Techiman Municipality, a commercial hub in the Bono East Region, child poverty persists because national policies overlook the unique risks posed by commercial migration and the erosion of community support structures. Using mixed-methods research combining data from Ghana's Multiple Indicator...

Author(s): Afful Fosu

March 2026

The role of traditional authorities in conflict resolution: A case study of chieftaincy disputes in Northern Ghana

This study explores the role of traditional authorities in resolving conflicts, with a specific focus on chieftaincy disputes in Northern Ghana. Despite the expansion of formal legal systems, traditional leaders’ chiefs, elders, and lineage heads continue to serve as key mediators in community based conflict resolution. However, their role is increasingly challenged by political interference, legal pluralism, and...

Author(s): Mohammed Hamza, Ilyasu Hidaayatul-laahi, Rashid Yakubu