Parliament of Ghana led the second day of a regional dialogue with Kenya and Togo, exploring ways to strengthen engagement with civil society organizations (CSOs) and promote inclusive lawmaking.
The Coordinating Director of Public Affairs Sub-Division, Madam Kate Addo highlighted mechanisms through which CSOs interact with Parliament, including the Citizens’ Bureau, public hearings, petitions, advocacy systems, and public engagement platforms.
A representative of Kenya’s delegation, Mr. Boonie Mathook shared how public budget hearings and open petitions help connect citizens and CSOs with lawmakers.
Madam Gbati Alimatou-Sadia from Togo noted challenges such as limited legal frameworks and financial resources for CSO participation.
The discussions offered Parliament an opportunity to learn from regional experiences and improve collaboration with civil society.
