GHANA: CONCERNS OVER UNREST AND CONTRACT FRUSTRATION MARK PRE-ELECTION OUTLOOK

   Fri, 27 September 2019

While an alleged coup plot has been overblown by the government for political gain, the incident does put a spotlight on the deployment of politically affiliated militia groups ahead of next year’s elections. Businesses also face heightened risk of contract frustration, tax increases, and discrimination as the government seeks to raise funds for its political campaign.