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Country Compartative Data


President: Yes
Electoral System (Chamber 1): Plurality (FPTP)
Voting age: 18
Compulsory/voluntary voting: Voting is voluntary
Electoral Management model: Independent
Voting outside the country is permitted for: Citizens outside the country (including those on vacation) Students Diplomatic staff



Ghana

Ghana





 

Ghana

Description of Electoral System

(courtesy of IFES election guide)

The President is elected by popular vote to serve a 4-year term. In the Parliament 230 members are elected by direct popular vote to serve 4-year terms. The number of Assembly Seats increased from 200 seats the last election.

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