Ghana in Focus Special: Analysing the legacy of Nana Akufo Addo's Presidency Part II- Housing, Healthcare, Illegal Mining, Debt restructuring and Power Crises

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In this episode of "Ghana in Focus," we delve into the multifaceted legacy of President Nana Akufo-Addo, analyzing his administration's impact on housing, healthcare, mining, debt restructuring and the power crises in Ghana. The episode offers a comprehensive look at the achievements and shortcomings of Akufo-Addo’s presidency.
Housing - Under Akufo-Addo's administration, the government failed to provide affordable housing, leaving many Ghanaians without proper shelter. The housing deficit is estimated to be between four and five million units. The government's efforts to address this crisis have been insufficient, with many of the newly built properties priced far beyond the reach of the average Ghanaian. Affordable housing remains a contentious issue, with most properties marketed as "affordable" being anything but for the majority of citizens.
Healthcare- another critical area where Akufo-Addo's administration failed miserably. The National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), designed to provide accessible healthcare to all Ghanaians, has fallen short of its goals. The scheme fails to cover severe illnesses such as cancer and kidney diseases, forcing many to pay exorbitant out-of-pocket expenses for treatments. Lack of investment of medical equipment and up-to-date facilities, has created the disturbing trend of healthcare professionals leaving Ghana seeking better opportunities abroad, has further strained the healthcare system.
illegal small-scale mining, known locally as Galamsey, continues to devastate Ghana's environment despite the president's pledges to combat this menace. The episode explores the complicity of local politicians and Chinese nationals in perpetuating these activities, which has resulted in severe pollution of major water bodies and land erosion resulting in new born babies with severe abnormalities. For a president who promised to put his presidency on the line in order to tackle this menace, Akufo Addo has FAILED in this endeavour that threatens the security of the country.
Dumsor/ Power outages - . Frequent power outages have plagued the nation, affecting both ordinary citizens and businesses. Outdated infrastructure, substantial debt owed by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), and unpaid dues to the West African Gas Pipeline are major contributors to the power crisis. Despite recent improvements, the situation remains problematic, impacting economic stability and growth.
Debt restructuring - As a result of callous and reckless borrowing and mismanagement of the economy, Ghana entered to an agreement with the IMF which has as its core Ghana's ability to reduce its huge debt under this government. This debt restructuring program that the government has b

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1. Ghana in Focus Special: Analysing the legacy of Nana Akufo Addo's Presidency Part II- Housing, Healthcare, Illegal Mining, Debt restructuring and Power Crises (00:00:00)

2. Analyzing President Nana Akufo-Addo's Legacy (00:00:04)

3. The State of Ghana's Healthcare Crisis (00:15:34)

4. Impact of Illegal Mining on Ghana (00:23:47)

5. Impact of Ghana's Economic Mismanagement (00:31:34)

6. The Legacy of Ghana's Power Crisis (00:39:04)

7. Reflections on President Nana Akufo-Addo (00:50:02)