Ghana's Decentralization Drive (2005-2009): Expansion of MMDAs Under President Kufuor

Overview of the Decentralization Initiative

During President John Agyekum Kufuor’s first term from 2005 to 2009, Ghana embarked on a significant decentralization drive. This initiative aimed to enhance local governance and facilitate grassroots participation through the establishment and consolidation of 170 Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) across the country.

Key Highlights (2005-2009)

• Total MMDAs Established: 170
  • Metropolitan Assemblies: 6
  • Municipal Assemblies: 40   
  • District Assemblies: 124

This transformation was pivotal for improving service delivery and empowering communities, aligning with the government's vision of sustainable development.

Importance of MMDAs

The formation of these assemblies marked a critical shift in Ghana’s administrative framework, fostering:

• Greater local accountability
• Strengthened development planning
• Enhanced public participation in governance

This comprehensive summary serves as a valuable resource for understanding how Ghana’s administrative landscape evolved during this era.

See the detail list of the 170 MMDAs Summary (2005-2009):sheet