Explainer: Key legislations affected by stalemate in parliament

Ghana’s Parliament has been adjourned indefinitely, following a heated controversy over which side of the house holds the majority.

The unresolved debate is expected to impact several crucial pieces of government business that were scheduled for the final session of the 8th Parliament.

Among the most significant legislative items stalled is the repeal of LI 2462, a key regulation in the fight against illegal mining. Organized labor recently called off a planned strike after the government pledged to remove the law from the statute books. However, with Parliament now adjourned, the future of this repeal is uncertain, raising questions about what happens next.

Additionally, other vital matters, such as the approval of two Supreme Court justice nominees and the much-debated Free SHS Bill, are unlikely to proceed. This adjournment has also delayed the passage of several important legislative instruments, including the Fees and Charges Regulations, Corporate Insolvency and Restructuring Regulations, Prison Service Regulations (which include provisions for parole), and the Petroleum Downstream Regulations.

Perhaps the most pressing issue is the reading and passage of the mini-budget for the first quarter of 2025. Without a timely budget, public sector financing and economic strategies could face major disruptions, potentially hindering national development efforts.

Ghana, often hailed as one of Africa’s most stable democracies, now faces a critical test as this parliamentary deadlock coincides with the upcoming December elections, which are expected to be closely contested.

This unfolding situation could have far-reaching consequences for the country’s governance and economic stability.

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