African Nonprofit Management (Business/Social crossover)

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2008 No. 1 (2008)

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Sustainability Dynamics in Ghanaian Business Paradigms: An African Perspective

Yaa Afia Darko, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) Adjoa Ama Frimpong, Water Research Institute (WRI) John Asare Boakye, Department of Advanced Studies, Water Research Institute (WRI)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18880980
Published: July 17, 2008

Abstract

The study explores sustainable development dynamics in Ghanaian business paradigms, offering an African perspective on how businesses integrate environmental and social responsibilities. A mixed-methods approach combining qualitative interviews with quantitative surveys to gather data from business leaders across various industries in Ghana. Businesses predominantly prioritise economic sustainability (72%) over social or environmental sustainability, indicating a significant gap in the latter areas. The findings underscore the need for tailored educational programmes and policy support to encourage more balanced corporate strategies that consider all three dimensions of sustainable development. Develop targeted training initiatives for business owners and managers on integrating social and environmental issues into their operational models, alongside supportive regulatory frameworks.

How to Cite

Yaa Afia Darko, Adjoa Ama Frimpong, John Asare Boakye (2008). Sustainability Dynamics in Ghanaian Business Paradigms: An African Perspective. African Nonprofit Management (Business/Social crossover), Vol. 2008 No. 1 (2008). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18880980

Keywords

GhanaianSustainabilityParadigmsGreen BusinessCSRDevelopment EconomicsEthos

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