Social Inclusion in Ghana's Public Sector: Overcoming Systemic Barriers
Discover actionable strategies and policy reforms needed to overcome systemic infrastructure, funding, and cultural hurdles, ensuring full employment and accessibility for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Ghana's public service.
The Accessibility Crisis: Although Ghana passed the Persons with Disability Act (2006), financial and enforcement constraints mean that only 30 percent of public buildings meet accessibility standards.
Policy Gaps: Unlike Kenya or South Africa, which enforce strict employment quotas and transparent reporting, Ghana lacks robust affirmative hiring requirements for PWDs.
Strategic Recommendations: Achieving true inclusion requires enforcing existing laws, introducing targeted hiring quotas, improving infrastructure, and building private-public partnerships to expand employment opportunities.
