The Media-Democracy Paradox in Ghana

Download or read book The Media-Democracy Paradox in Ghana written by Wilberforce Sefakor Dzihah and published by Intellect (UK). This book was released on 2020-09-25 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume focuses on the matrix offered by the media-democracy paradox in Ghana, Africa, and the Global South. As the first black African country south of the Sahara to attain political independence from Great Britain, Ghana is widely acknowledged by the international community as a model of democracy. This book examines the praxis of this democracy and its media, delving into Ghana's evolvement, media practices, leadership aspirations, pressure group politics, and ideological cleavages. A rich data source for students, scholars, researchers, and political actors on both the African continent and the diaspora, The Media-Democracy Paradox in Ghana challenges the dominant Western theories of media and democracy, examines the growing influence of social media in political discourse, and provides insightful analysis of debates surrounding political communication and its implications for strengthening democratic culture.