Participants divided over vote-buying at ‘Democracy Is Not For Sale’ forum in Cape Coast
Participants at the Central Regional edition of the “Democracy Is Not For Sale” forum in Cape Coast have expressed divergent views on vote-buying, with some defending the acceptance of inducements while others called for the practice to be abolished. The engagement, held at the Centre for National Culture in Cape Coast, brought together stakeholders and […]
The "Democracy Is Not For Sale" forum in Cape Coast, Central Region, brought together participants with contrasting views on vote-buying, a growing issue in Ghana's electoral process. Some defended the practice, arguing that accepting inducements is a means to benefit directly from politicians when development remains inadequate in communities.
However, others condemned vote-buying, stating that it undermines democratic accountability and allows less competent individuals to gain power due to financial resources. The discussions emphasized the need for stronger measures to eliminate vote-buying and the importance of public education to help citizens understand the long-term consequences of selling their votes.
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