# Busia Institute for Rural & Democratic Development


## Posts

- [Be mindful of your utterances, emulate the nature of Prof. Busia – Bono Chiefs urge Ghanaians](https://busiainstitute.org/be-mindful-of-your-utterances-emulate-the-nature-of-prof-busia-bono-chiefs-urge-ghanaians/): The Vice President of the Bono Regional House of Chiefs, Okokyeredom Sakyi Ako II, has urged Ghanaians to be mindful of utterances with the potential to create disunity and confusion.
- [Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu calls for proper recognition of Busia for role in laying Ghana’s democratic foundation](https://busiainstitute.org/kyei-mensah-bonsu-calls-for-proper-recognition-of-busia-for-role-in-laying-ghanas-democratic-foundation/): The Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, has emphasized the importance of recognizing individuals who paved the way for Ghana’s current state.
- [Busia’s vision, ideas still relevant — Osei-Bonsu](https://busiainstitute.org/busias-vision-ideas-still-relevant-osei-bonsu/): Busia’s vision and ideas are still relevant to Ghana's contemporary politics and society, a Minister of National Security during the Busia regime, Mr K. G.
- [Uphold legacy of Busia–Kufuor](https://busiainstitute.org/uphold-legacy-of-busia-kufuor/): Former President Agyeman Kufuor has eulogised Dr Kofi Abrefa Busia whom he described as his “role model “and an exemplary leader who meant well for Ghana and urged the youth to uphold the legacy of Dr Busia for the country to achieve its desired goal of prosperity for all.
- [BIRDD condemns intimidation of NPP figures](https://busiainstitute.org/birdd-condemns-intimidation-of-npp-figures/): Tfor Rural and Democratic Development (BIRDD) has condemned recent security operations reportedly carried out at the private residences of leading figures in the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP).
- [BIRDD to institute BUSIA Award](https://busiainstitute.org/birdd-to-institute-busia-award/): The Busia Institute for Rural and Democratic Development (BIRDD), a think tank that promotes education, democracy and rural development, is to introduce an award called the Best University Student in Africa (BUSIA) Award.
- [Hon. Kojo Oppong Nkrumah’s Keynote Address at the 2024 BUSIA Institute Lecture](https://busiainstitute.org/hon-kojo-oppong-nkrumahs-keynote-address-at-the-2024-busia-institute-lecture/): On Wednesday, 31st July 2024, Hon.
- [Busia Institute calls for accountability, protection of civil liberties](https://busiainstitute.org/busia-institute-calls-for-accountability-protection-of-civil-liberties-2/): The Busia Institute for Rural and Democratic Development (BIRDD) has expressed concern about the manner state security apparatuses are conducting operations at the private homes of prominent members of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP).
- [Busia Institute calls for enhanced support for elderly during Ghana Month celebrations](https://busiainstitute.org/busia-institute-calls-for-enhanced-support-for-elderly-during-ghana-month-celebrations/): The Busia Institute for Rural and Democratic Development (BIRDD) has issued a press statement in celebration of the ongoing Ghana Month, extending congratulations to all Ghanaians and citizens of Ghana.
- [Busia Institute urges govt to increase cocoa producer price](https://busiainstitute.org/using-qr-codes-in-your-business-best-practices-and-pitfalls/): The Busia Institute for Rural and Democratic Development (BIRDD) has expressed deep disappointment and concern over the government's decision not to increase the producer price of cocoa for the 2025-2026 crop season.
- [GJA receives books for celebration of Busia’s 50th anniversary](https://busiainstitute.org/gja-receives-books-for-celebration-of-busias-50th-anniversary/): The Busia Institute for Rural and Democratic Development (BIRDD) has donated books to the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Dr K.
- [Asantehene Commends Busia Institute](https://busiainstitute.org/asantehene-commends-busia-institute/): THE ASANTEHENE, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has commended the Busia Institute for Rural and Democratic Development (BIRDD) for partnering with the Wesley College of Education in Kumasi to organise the 45th anniversary of the passing of Dr.
- [Busia Institute calls for accountability, protection of civil liberties](https://busiainstitute.org/busia-institute-calls-for-accountability-protection-of-civil-liberties/): The Busia Institute for Rural and Democratic Development (BIRDD) has expressed concern about the manner state security apparatuses are conducting operations at the private homes of prominent members of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP).

## Pages

- [Upcoming Events](https://busiainstitute.org/upcoming-events/): Thursday, 10 December 2026 | 9.00 a.m.–12.30 p.m.
- [2026 Busia Institute Lecture in London](https://busiainstitute.org/2026-busia-institute-lecture-in-london/): The Busia Institute held the 2026 edition of its flagship programme, the Busia Institute Lecture, at the London Hilton on Park Lane in London, England, on 9 August 2026.
- [Intellectual Orientation](https://busiainstitute.org/intellectual-orientation/): BIRDD’s work is grounded in human dignity, constitutional democracy and liberty under law.
- [Richard Agyei Afranie](https://busiainstitute.org/richard-agyei-afranie/): Richard Agyei Afranie works in BIRDD’s programmes and external affairs activities.
- [Governance And Leadership](https://busiainstitute.org/governance-leadership-2/): BIRDD presents its institutional work through four complementary components: the Life Patron, the Advisory Board, Management and Fellowship.
- [Get Involved](https://busiainstitute.org/get-involved/): BIRDD welcomes the participation of scholars, researchers, professionals, students, public institutions and members of the wider community who share an interest in informed citizenship, responsible government and evidence-led development.
- [Partnerships](https://busiainstitute.org/partnerships/): BIRDD welcomes collaboration with institutions and individuals whose expertise and resources can advance scholarship, democratic governance, civic education, public-policy research, political history and rural development.
- [Events](https://busiainstitute.org/events/): BIRDD convenes lectures, seminars, conferences and public programmes that encourage careful discussion of political ideas, public policy and institutional experience.
- [KOJO OPPONG NKRUMAH](https://busiainstitute.org/kojo-oppong-nkrumah/): Hon. Kojo Oppong Nkrumah is a Ghanaian lawyer, parliamentarian and public policy leader.
- [Dr Anane Agyei](https://busiainstitute.org/dr-anane-agyei/): Dr Anane Agyei leads the Busia Institute for Rural and Democratic Development (BIRDD), where he oversees research, publications, civic education and policy dialogue, and develops institutional partnerships.
- [H.E. John Agyekum Kufuor](https://busiainstitute.org/he-john-agyekum-kufuor/): H.E. John Agyekum Kufuor served as President of Ghana from 2001 to 2009.
- [Our Impact](https://busiainstitute.org/our-impact/): Since its establishment in 2014, BIRDD has sought to make research and informed discussion part of Ghana’s public life.
- [Publications](https://busiainstitute.org/publications-2/): BIRDD regards publication as a central means of advancing scholarship, preserving knowledge and informing public discourse.
- [Research](https://busiainstitute.org/research/): Research is central to BIRDD’s institutional purpose.
- [Busia Fellowship Programme](https://busiainstitute.org/busia-fellowship-programme/): The Busia Fellowship Programme is conceived as a structured, non-degree educational and research experience within the Busia Institute for Rural and Democratic Development.
- [Special Initiatives](https://busiainstitute.org/special-initiatives/): BIRDD’s signature initiatives bring its research and public-engagement commitments into sustained programmes of scholarship, civic learning and institutional dialogue.
- [Our Programmes](https://busiainstitute.org/programmes/): BIRDD organises its substantive work around five complementary programmes, reflecting its emphasis on leadership and public policy, international research exchange, rural transformation, democratic citizenship and political and institutional history.
- [Dr Kofi Abrefa Busia](https://busiainstitute.org/dr-kofi-abrefa-busia/): Dr Kofi Abrefa Busia (1913–1978), the scholar and former Prime Minister of Ghana, occupies a significant place in the history of African political thought, sociology and democratic governance.
- [Management](https://busiainstitute.org/executive-leadership/): Management is responsible for turning BIRDD’s research and public-interest mandate into programmes, publications and institutional activities.
- [ADVISORY BOARD](https://busiainstitute.org/advisory-board/): The Advisory Board supports BIRDD through independent counsel on the quality, relevance and long-term direction of its work.
- [Life Patron](https://busiainstitute.org/life-patron/): The Life Patron provides moral support, distinguished counsel and a connection to the values of democratic statesmanship and national service.
- [Governance & Leadership](https://busiainstitute.org/governance-leadership/): BIRDD is guided through an institutional framework comprising a Life Patron, an Advisory Board and Executive Leadership.
- [Why BIRDD Matters](https://busiainstitute.org/why-birdd-matters/): Ghana’s democratic institutions operate within a society shaped by a complex political history, diverse forms of authority and persistent differences in access to opportunity.
- [Blog Grid](https://busiainstitute.org/blog-grid/)
- [Blog List](https://busiainstitute.org/blog-list/)
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- [Blog](https://busiainstitute.org/blog/)
- [About](https://busiainstitute.org/about/): The Busia Institute for Rural and Democratic Development is an independent Ghanaian institution for research, public-policy engagement, civic education and leadership studies.
- [Home](https://busiainstitute.org/): The Busia Institute for Rural and Democratic Development (BIRDD) is a Ghanaian research, public-policy and civic-education institution established in 2014.

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