FOSDA Urges Calm and Dialogue Amid Renewed Violence in Nkwanta
30 June 2025
For Immediate Release                                                                               ...
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PRESS RELEASE: Kumasi SDA Shooting Is Evidence of High Proliferation of Guns in Ghana
10 April 2025
The tragic case of the 16-year-old student involved in gun violence at the Adventist SeniorHigh School...
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PRESS RELEASE: FOSDA Urges Immediate Action to Combat Gun Violence Among Youth
10 April 2025
For Immediate ReleaseAccra,77th April, 2025 FOSDA Urges Immediate Action to Combat Gun Violence Among...
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FOSDA Congratulates Newly Appointed IGP
18 March 2025
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa congratulates COP Christian Tetteh Yohunoon his...
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Ghana Youth Manifesto Coalition Congratulates The Minister For Youth Development And Empowerment Ministry
29 January 2025
We, at the Ghana Youth Manifesto Coalition (GYM), extends our congratulations to Mr. George Opare Addo...
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PRESS RELEASE:FOSDA Commends President Mahama’s Intention to Prioritize Bawku Conflict
18 January 2025
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) commends the expresscommitment of Ghana’s...
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PRESS RELEASE: Ghana Youth Manifesto Coalititon Commends The Establishment of Youth Development and Epowerment Ministry
15 January 2025
The Ghana Youth Manifesto (GYM) Coalition lauds Ghana’s New Government led by HisExcellency John Dramani...
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Seizure Of Illegal Weapons At Tema Port Is Highly Commendable And Critical TO Ghana's Peace and Security
25 November 2024
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa FOSDA highly commends the efforts of the Customs...
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Silence The Guns Ahead Of December Elections
22 November 2024
As Ghana headsto the polls in December 2024 for the 9th consecutive time since 1992, FOSDAis concerned...
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ICT and Elections in Ghana: Navigating Conflict Zones with E-Voting Solutions
11 November 2024
As Ghana approaches its 2024 general elections, securing the integrity of its electoral process remains...
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FOSDA Condemns the NDC and NPP Violent Clash in Mamobi.
16 October 2024
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) strongly condemns the recent violent clash...
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Take Urgent Steps to Address the Demands of Organised Labour and Galamsey Protestors. -FOSDA to Government.
08 October 2024
FOSDA is concerned about the numerous protests and threats of Industrial action by Organised Labour from...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FOSDA call for a Peaceful Consensus on the 2024 Electoral Register
18 September 2024
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) is deeply concern about recent developments...
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FOSDA Commends Security Agencies for Peaceful Election In Ejisu and Calls for Investigations into Reported Electoral Corruption
02 May 2024
For Immediate Release Accra 2nd May, 2024 The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA)...
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District Level Elections-Votes Today
19 December 2023
The heartbeat of every democracy lies in the active participation of its citizens. Today’s District level...
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FOSDA is Proud to Join the Global Community in Celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child 2023.
11 October 2023
Today, we stand in solidarity with girls around the world, recognizing their immense potential, resilience,...
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FOSDA reiterates its commitment to advancing human security and women, peace, and security in the West African region and beyond.
21 September 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOSDA Commemorates the 2023 International Day of Peace by Advancing Human Security...
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International Day of Democracy: More Young People Must Be Supported to Participate in the 2023 District Assembly Elections.
15 September 2023
In commemoration of the 2023 International Day of Democracy, the Foundation for Security and Development...
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Take Extraordinary Measures To Prevent A Decline In Women Representation in Ghana's Parliament
15 September 2023
The current representation of women in Ghana’s Parliament is under serious threat if stakeholders do...
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Official Comunique on Access and Participation, Quality, Financing and Green Adaptation of TVET Education in Ghana
11 September 2023
PREAMBLE The National Youth Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Forum was held on Thursday,...
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Communique developed from the CSO Interface meeting with the NACSA
19 July 2023
The CSO Interface meeting with the Ghana National Commission on Small Arms and LightWeapons (NACSA) was...
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GOVERNMENT AND DISTRICT ASSEMBLIES MUST BE ACCOUNTABLE WITH UNIFIED PROPERTY RATE ADMINISTRATION PLATFORM
11 July 2023
For Immediate Release Accra, 11th July, 2023                 ...
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FOSDA Joins the Cluster Munitions Coalition (CMC) to Condemn US Decision to Transfer Banned Cluster Munitions to Ukraine
10 July 2023
FOSDA joins the Cluster Munitions Coalition (CMC) and the United State chapter of the CMC (USCMC) to...
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Civil Society Position On The Government’s Intention To Replace Textbooks With Laptops In Senior High Schools
08 June 2023
Africa Education Watch (Eduwatch), the Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition (GNECC) and the Civil...
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Fosda Calls for Peace in Kumawu by-elections
23 May 2023
Fosda is calling on all stakeholders to conduct themselves peacefully in the upcoming kumawu by-elections...
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GHANA’S RISING YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT IS A POLICY FAILURE- FOSDA
04 May 2023
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) is alarmed by theunemployment rates released...
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CSO Coalition Calls for Cease Fire in Bawku
16 March 2023
The Coalition of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) concerned about the Bawku conflict is calling for...
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IWD 2023: PROMOTE EQUITY IN WOMEN PEACE AND SECURITY ISSUES
08 March 2023
For International Women’s Day (IWD) today, let us all give equity a huge embrace. As we observe IWD today,...
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Government Must Put In Short Term Measures To Minimize Human Security Threats Posed By Economic Hardship.
08 November 2022
In this sensitive period for Ghana, our organization is committed to safeguarding the ideals of peace...
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International Day For The Eradication Of Poverty: MMDAs Must Be More Efficient In Their Role To Eradicate Poverty In Ghana
17 October 2022
In commemoration of the 2022  International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, The Foundation for...
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Otumfuo's Move To Resolve Bawku Conflict Is Laudable
05 October 2022
FOSDA welcomes the initiative of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osie Tutu II to help resolve the protracted...
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Establishment Of The National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) Is Significant To The Fight Against Violent Extremism
04 October 2022
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA)  welcomes the establishment of the...
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International Peace Day: End Exclusion to Build Peace
21 September 2022
Today, The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) Joins the world to   celebrate...
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Alleged Military Brutality Against Nuaso Residence Is Unacceptable And Must Be Investigated - FOSDA
25 August 2022
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) strongly condemns the alleged brutality...
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Grassroot Sensitization: The Surest Way To Prevent And Counter The Menace Of Violent Extremism And Terrorism, FOSDA Urge Government.
13 June 2022
The activities of violent extremist and terrorist groups in West Africa have been on the increase since...
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Adhere to Ministry of National Security Directives on Terrorism - FOSDA 
24 May 2022
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) is urging all, especially faith-based organisations,...
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RESOLVE CHALLENGES OF SCHOOL FEEDING PROGRAMME NOW
23 May 2022
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) is urging the Government of Ghana to urgently...
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Ghana 2021 Human Rights Report: A Call For Self-Introspection
12 May 2022
Recent ratings of Ghana’s Human Rights credentials have been greeted with mixed reactions of accusations,...
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FOSDA Calls On Ghana Government To Ratify The UN Treaty Prohibiting Nuclear Weapons
11 May 2022
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) has urged the Government of Ghana to take...
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FOSDA Urges Ghana to Ratify Treaty Prohibiting Nuclear Weapons
22 April 2022
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) has urged the Government of Ghana to ratify...
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Letter To The President: The Need For GHANA To Ratify The UN Treaty Prohibiting Nuclear Weapons
21 April 2022
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) is urging the Government ofGhana under...
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FOSDA CALLS FOR IMMEDIATE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN EMIMENT MEDIATION COMMITTEE TO RESOLVE THE BAWKU CONFLICT
18 March 2022
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) is deeply concerned about the recent escalating...
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Suspension Of Ghana School Feeding Programme Expansion Is Unfortunate
05 March 2022
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) has taken note of Government’s decision...
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Putin placing Russian nuclear weapons on high alert is reckless, dangerous
28 February 2022
The International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) strongly condemns Putin’s order to put Russian...
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West African Coup D'états: FOSDA Commends ECOWAS And Call On Leaders Of Member States To Prioritize Human Security Needs Of Citizens
15 February 2022
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) is deeply concerned about the increasing...
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FOSDA expresses its sincere sympathies to all affected by explosion in Apiatse in the West Region of Ghana.
24 January 2022
FOSDA expresses its sincere sympathies to all families, organisations and individuals affected by last...
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International Day Of Peace: FOSDA Calls For Vulnerability Targeted Efforts Towards Covid-19 Recovery
21 September 2021
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE: FOSDA CALLS FOR VULNERABILITY TARGETED EFFORTS TOWARDS COVID-19 RECOVERY...
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WGWYPS-GH Chapter Decries escalating crime and criminal acts in Ghana
03 August 2021
The Working Group on Women, Youth, Peace and Security (WGWYPS-GH) Ghanachapter has noted with concern...
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WORLD SKILLS DAY: FOSDA'S CALL ON GOVERNMENT.
15 July 2021
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA), in commemoration of the World Youth Skills...
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FOSDA CONDEMNS EJURA KILLINGS AND CALLS FOR TRANSPARENT AND INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATIONS
02 July 2021
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) outrightly condemns the brutal killing...
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EXTRAORDINARY SUMMIT ON THE POLITICAL SITUATION IN MALI
01 June 2021
At the invitation of His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa AKUFO-ADDO, President of the Republic of Ghana and...
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WESLEY GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL IMPASSE:
07 May 2021
FOSDA is concerned about the recent impasse at Wesley Girls’ High School, where the school prevented...
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FOSDA CONGRATULATES NNYOG NEWLY ELECTED EXECUTIVES
21 April 2021
The entire management and staff of FOSDA writes to congratulate the newly elected Executives of The National...
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FOSDA LAUDS DR. YAW ADUTWUM’S ELEVATION TO EDUCATION MINISTER-DESIGNATE
22 January 2021
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) welcomes the Education Minister Designate...
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GHANA ELECTION 2020: CITIZENS AND MUST CONDUCT THEMSELVES PEACEFULLY
04 December 2020
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) is calling the citizenry to conduct themselves...
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GHANA ELECTION 2020: POLITICL PARTY LEADERS MUST PUT GHANA FIRST
02 December 2020
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) is calling all political party leaders...
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Ghana Elections 2020: Foundation for security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) condemns Pre- Election violence in Yagaba Kubori Constituency
01 December 2020
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) strongly condemns the recent violent clash...
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INCREASE THE FUNDING OF TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (TVET) IN GHANA USING COMMUNICATION SERVICE TAX (CST)
24 November 2020
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) together with the National Network of Youth...
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THE FOUNDATION FOR SECURITY AND DEVELOPMENT IN AFRICA (FOSDA) CONDEMN THE ALLEGED NIGERIA'S ANTI-POLICE BRUTALITY AND THE KILLING OF UNNAMED CIVILIAN PROTESTORS
21 October 2020
Crime against human dignity and safety cannot be a substitute to fighting another crime; the police brutality...
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GOVERNMENT OF GHANA MUST BE DECISIVE IN DEALING WITH SECESSIONIST GROUPS
02 October 2020
For Immediate Release Accra, 2nd October, 2020                  ...
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INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE: GHANA MUST ADOPT A ZERO TOLERENCE FOR ELECTORAL VIOLENCE
21 September 2020
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) is urging the Government of Ghana (GoG)...
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The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa condemned the unconstitutional change of government in Mali and demanded the immediate restoration of civilian rule.
01 September 2020
It is unfortunate in the 21st century some African countries still exercise the choice of coup to change...
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FOSDA ENDORSES CALL OF NATIONAL PEACE COUNCIL FOR SWIFT ACTION ON VOTER REGISTRATION VIOLENT CASES
21 August 2020
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa FOSDA has commended the National Peace Council’s...
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Consortium partners of the Enough! Project in Ghana condemn the murder of Madam Akua Denteh and stand with women and men who combat gender-based violence.
04 August 2020
Violence against women and girls is a violation of human rights rooted in gender inequality, discrimination...
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Violence during Voter Registration Exercise is a Threat to Peaceful Elections: Political Parties must Act Responsibly
21 July 2020
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) is worried about the increasing reports...
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GHANA YOUTH MANIFESTO TOWARDS 2020 GENERAL ELECTION AND BEYOND LAUNCHED
09 July 2020
The African Youth Charter enjoins member states of the African Union to “Guarantee theparticipation of...
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COVID 19 Outbreak in Ghana: Citizens Must Boycott the NIA and all other Public Mobilisation Exercise
20 March 2020
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa, FOSDA, is calling on all Ghanaians to boycott...
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FOSDA Urges EC, Stakeholders To Put Ghana First
04 June 2019
The Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA), a regional civil society organisation...
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