African Rural Planning and Development (Planning/Social/Agri) | 03 September 2008
The Political Economy Dynamics of Natural Resource Governance in Central African States: Implications for Ghana's Rural Development Policies
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Abstract
Central African states face significant challenges in managing natural resources effectively, leading to uneven development outcomes. A critical review of existing literature and policy documents from Central Africa, with a focus on Ghana’s context. Effective rural development policies should integrate equitable resource governance frameworks to enhance socio-economic resilience. Policy makers should prioritise community participation and long-term planning to mitigate negative impacts of natural resource extraction.