Congress saw strong support in the Volta region and the north. We need only look to the example of Kenya in early ---- to see how incendiary such divisions can be. ...The nation already has strong links with Europe, and a number of emerg- ing markets � notably China and India � are keen to strengthen bilateral ties. While the situation is relatively benign at present, there is a risk of a backlash against rising foreign involvement in the economy, especially if it is perceived that foreigners are benefiting disproportionately from Ghana s resources. scenarios For political change As mentioned above, the major challenge that the authorities face over the coming years is the responsible management of oil revenues. ...scenarios For political change As mentioned above, the major challenge that the authorities face over the coming years is the responsible management of oil revenues. This being the case, our scenarios centre around this specific challenge.
...Mar--- that civil servants believe the salaries they receive are low. This is especially the case due to the rising cost of living. ...The government had indicated previously that it was not going to increase salaries this year. However, following negotiations with the labour unions in late April ----, the authorities announced that they would give civil servants a cost of living allowance (COLA) of -- of their ---- basic salary until the end of the year. Our respondents were relieved that the cost of living allow- ance would not be subject to tax and social security deductions. ...Other strike action may come from the National Association of Graduate Teachers and the judges of the lower courts � and in both cases the protests are not related to the current economic challenges facing the country. Long-term political outlook oil to prove a critical test For the polity
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