July 8, 2016 - In a brief ceremony held at the Maison Francaise at the University of Ghana, Professor Emerita at Ashesi, Nana Araba Apt, launched the book, Positioning Ghana: Challenges and Innovations. The book, a compilation of ideas from scholars, public officers and human development activists, focuses on solutions, in-depth discussions on democracy and governance and examines selected policies in planning different government sectors for a improved sustainable development in Ghana.
In a speech, editor of the book, Professor Apt discussed the book’s relevance to policy building in Ghana, highlighting various sector interventions. “There is much work to be done by all of us; civil societies, universities, civil service, parliament and the executive,” she said. “ This book focuses on what I term the ideas revolution, sourcing ideas from experts, conversing on Ghana’s development history about how things can be done differently, efficiently and cost effectively. Books like this one will help to stimulate discussions and awareness about development issues.”
The book was sponsored by the French Embassy and published by the Institut de Recherche français en Afrique, Nigeria. Speaking at the event was the Ambassador of France to Ghana, His Excellency François Pujolas, who expressed his country’s willingness to work towards shared developmental goals for Ghana and France. “Heading towards the national electoral elections, the book is a timely initiative,” he said. “Positioning Ghana not only provides in-depth analysis for the country to attain appreciable international standards, but also provides evaluation in the context of regional integration. France will always be happy to identify and participate in projects that puts focus on Ghana’s development and help strengthens the relationship between both countries.”
