Ghana Police, Presidency, and Tax Officials Leads Corruption Report

by Mohammed Amin · Published October 28, 2024 · Updated October 27, 2024

Accra, Ghana – October 25, 2024
The latest Afrobarometer survey reveals rising concerns among Ghanaians regarding corruption, trust in institutions, and voting issues. The Round 10 survey highlights key issues shaping public sentiment.

Trust in Institutions
The survey indicates that Ghanaians show the highest levels of trust in the Ghana Armed Forces, religious leaders, traditional authorities, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). However, trust in government institutions has waned since 2012, with only about a quarter of respondents expressing confidence in Members of Parliament, political parties, and the Electoral Commission.

Concerns over Corruption
A striking 74% of Ghanaians report that corruption levels have worsened over the past year, although this marks a slight improvement from 77% in 2022. The police, the presidency, tax officials, and MPs are perceived as the most corrupt entities. Notably, only 26% of Ghanaians feel they can report corruption without fear of retaliation, indicating increased citizens’ fear of speaking out against corrupt practices.

Voter Sentiments and Elections
Support for elections remains high, with 81% of respondents endorsing elections as the preferred method for selecting leaders. Yet, concerns persist over the transparency of voting practices, with 83% of respondents expressing doubts about ballot secrecy. Additionally, a strong majority (72%) oppose lowering the voting age from 18 to 16, suggesting caution over changes to voting laws.

Public Confidence and Future Elections
As Ghanaians look toward the 2024 elections, candidate honesty, character, and campaign promises are the top factors influencing voting decisions, highlighting the electorate’s emphasis on integrity in leadership. While the report shows mixed feelings about election fairness, a majority viewed the 2020 general election as fair, albeit with minor issues.

This survey underscores a growing call for transparent governance, increased accountability, and greater public trust in state institutions as Ghana heads toward a critical election year. Subscribe to our Whatsapp channel for the full report.

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