The National Peace Council (NPC), in partnership with CRS Ghana, the Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), the National Media Commission (NMC) and UNDP Ghana, has convened an inter-party dialogue in Accra to promote social cohesion and strengthen Ghana’s democratic peace.

The dialogue brought together representatives of political parties, the Electoral Commission, media associations and other key governance stakeholders to reflect on Ghana’s democratic journey, lessons from previous elections and measures needed to sustain peace before, during and after elections.

Discussions focused on strengthening inter-party dialogue and trust, promoting responsible political communication, addressing inflammatory rhetoric and media excesses, as well as improving cooperation on peace and electoral security. Participants also explored ways to prevent political tensions from undermining social cohesion.

The NPC said the dialogue forms part of the broader Political Party Trust Building Programme, which was consensually adopted as one of the Ada Recommendations to enhance dialogue, trust and consensus-building among political parties and key governance actors.

The Council stressed that Ghana’s democratic resilience goes beyond the conduct of credible elections, noting that it also depends on the collective ability of political actors and citizens to manage differences peacefully, communicate responsibly and keep channels of dialogue open.

It said while political differences may shape the choices of Ghanaians, the country’s shared commitment to peace must remain a unifying force.