Also known as: IMCCoD · IMCC
Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation — government body coordinating implementation of Ghana's National Decentralisation Policy and Strategic Framework 2026–2030.
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Joy Online
… The meeting, convened by the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCC) Secretariat under the Office of the President, brought together Development Partners, representatives of Ministries, and key stakeholders to discuss implementation priorities under th …
Gov’t engages development partners on implementation of National Decentralisation policyBusiness & Financial Times
… The professionals also noted the ongoing discussions on local governance reforms and the proposed amendments to the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936) and called on the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCC) to undertake a broader stakeholder consul …
Built environment professionals call for metropolitan governance reforms to address Ghana’s urban challengesJoy Online
… The professionals also noted the ongoing discussions on local governance reforms and the proposed amendments to the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936) and called on the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCC) to undertake a broader stakeholder consul …
Built environment professionals call for metropolitan governance reforms to address Ghana’s urban challengesJoy Online
… Dr Gameli Kewuribe Hoedoafia, the Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation who made the disclosure recently, explained that the proposed reforms sought to amend Article 243(1) of the 1992 Constitution, currently empowering the Presid …
Elected MMDCEs risk development paralysis – ADCJoy Online
… The Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCCoD), Dr Gameli Kewuribe Hoedoafia, disclosed this in an interview with Graphic Online’s Samuel Duodu on the new National Decentralisation Policy and Strategic Framework (2026-2030). …
Cabinet gives green light for MMDCEs to be elected; amendments to be laid in Parliament before end of 2026Joy Online
… Kwamena Ahwoi, Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation Dr. …
Livestream: The Probe examines New Decentralisation PolicyJoy Online
The Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation has engaged media practitioners as part of efforts to build public awareness and support for Ghana’s new National Decentralisation Policy and Strategic Framework (2026–2030). …
IMCC engages media practitioners on new Decentralisation policy frameworkJoy Online
The Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCCoD), Dr. …
Media crucial to success of new decentralisation policy—IMCCoD Executive SecretaryThe Chronicle
… Ahwoi made the call at a media engagement organised by the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCCoD) Secretariat, under the theme: “Advocating Ghana’s Decentralisation Agenda: The Role of the Media in Promoting Decentralisation and Accountability.” The …
Prof Ahwoi To Media: Focus Spotlight On Local GovernanceJoy Online
Dr Gameli Kewuribe Hoedoafia, Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCCoD), has urged the media to intensify its watchdog and public education roles to strengthen accountability and citizen participation in Ghana’s decentralisat …
Media tasked to deepen role in advancing decentralisation reformsThe Government of Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing the National Decentralisation Policy and Strategic Framework (NDPS) 2026–2030, with the Chief of Staff meeting development partners to discuss implementation priorities and opportunities for collaboration.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Government of Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing the National Decentralisation Policy and Strategic Framework (NDPS) 2026–2030, with the Chief of Staff meeting development partners to discuss implementation priorities and opportunities for collaboration.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Built environment professionals have called for urgent reforms to Ghana's metropolitan governance system to address urbanisation, infrastructure delivery, transportation, sanitation, flooding, and land-use management challenges in major urban centres including Greater Accra, Greater Kumasi, and Greater Sekondi-Takoradi. Participants noted that while decentralisation has increased the number of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies, it has created fragmented governance structures that hinder coordinated planning and service delivery across contiguous urban areas.
12 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Built environment professionals are calling for urgent reforms to Ghana's metropolitan governance system to address urbanisation, infrastructure delivery, transportation, sanitation, flooding, and land-use management challenges. Participants noted that while decentralisation has increased the number of MMDAs, it has created fragmented governance structures that hinder coordinated planning and service delivery across urban areas.
10 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Africa Development Council opposes Cabinet-approved reforms to elect Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives on a non-partisan basis, arguing Ghana's unitary structure requires presidential appointees to maintain policy coherence and national unity.
5 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Cabinet has approved reforms to Ghana's decentralisation system, ending the appointment of metropolitan, municipal and district chief executives (MMDCEs) and instead having district chief executives elected directly by the people on a non-partisan basis. A new local governance law is expected to be laid before Parliament by the end of 2026, with the current batch of MMDCEs appointed by President John Dramani Mahama likely to be the last under the existing constitutional arrangement.
1 June 2026 · Joy Online →
JoyNews' The Probe will discuss Ghana's proposed National Decentralisation Policy 2026–2030, examining whether it will strengthen inclusive governance and local development. The panel, featuring local governance expert Prof. Kwamena Ahwoi, Dr. Gameli Heward-Mills Hoedoafia, and Dr. Osae Kwapong, will assess the policy's objectives, implementation prospects, and challenges in delivering meaningful local participation and development.
24 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation held a workshop with media practitioners to build public awareness for Ghana's new National Decentralisation Policy and Strategic Framework (2026–2030), which aims to create a more responsive, participatory and inclusive local government system that brings governance closer to people.
21 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation said effective communication, civic education, and public engagement are crucial to ensuring citizens understand and participate in the implementation of decentralisation policies. He made the remarks at a media sensitisation workshop in Accra attended by journalists, bloggers, and broadcasting hosts.
21 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Local Government Minister Prof Kwamena Ahwoi has urged the media to prioritise coverage of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies, arguing that Ghana's decentralisation agenda depends on media scrutiny of local governance institutions and accountability at the grassroots level rather than focus on national political figures.
21 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation has called on the media to intensify its watchdog and public education roles to strengthen accountability and citizen participation as the Government prepares to implement the National Decentralisation Policy and Strategic Framework 2026–2030.
21 May 2026 · Joy Online →