“Democreatives”: CDD-Ghana to promote democracy with creative arts

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In its 25-year journey, the Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) has predominantly engaged with state institutions and actors in the promotion of democracy in the country.

However, there’s a shift on the horizon as the centre says it aims to “mobilize all resources within the civic space to advance democracy.”

Among these resources, music takes centre stage.

Executive Director Prof. H. Kwasi Prempeh highlighted the centre’s intention to “incorporate the arts, music, and the creative sector in the promotion of democracy” in what the centre has termed “democreatives.”

This strategic use of creative arts aims to engage the youth and influence their perspectives, contributing to the pursuit of a harmonious society.

Prof. Prempeh revealed this during the 25th-anniversary gala held at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra on Saturday, December 2, 2023.

To kick off the “democreatives” initiative, renowned musical sensation Kofi Kinaata took the stage, performing a repertoire that included hits like “Things Fall Apart” and “Effiakuma Love.”

Looking ahead, CDD-Ghana aims to deepen its influence over the next…


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