Everything you need to know on R.T.I Law with Stephen Owusu








In Ghana, the right to information is guaranteed by the Constitution and the Right to Information Act. This means that people have the right to access public information. The Right to Information Act 989 in Ghana is a law that allows individuals to request and access information held by public institutions. It promotes transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement. It enables no citizens to obtain information on government activities, decisions, and policies. This act empowers individuals to actively participate in governance and hold public officials accountable. It's a significant step towards open and democratic governance in Ghana.

According to the speaker Mr Owusu,«everyone can apply for an information no matter the age or the nationality » but there’s a format  to follow up before getting informations.



 First of all you need download and fill the application form then write a letter, a email or go straight to the public institution to apply for getting the information.After that the applicant need to wait for 14days or 48hours(emergency) to get the informations if it has not been denied because yes ! The information officer can deny a request when you’re not entitled to an information , when the information is nonexistent,  when it’s a private institution or when it’s disclose personal matters.

Then note persons seeking information are to pay 0.27 pesewas for every photocopy.However,poor people and persons suffering for disability are not paying any fees. 





According to student Anne koffi, "It was an enriching meeting; we deepened our knowledge about the information sector in Ghana," she said with a happy.


 

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