GHANA @68. TAKE A LOOK AT HOW IT ALL STARTED

 Ghana and independence. 68years on after independence. Let's go into memory of Ghana's independence story. 

Ghana, a country located in West Africa, gained independence from British colonial rule on March 6, 1957. Here's a brief overview of Ghana's independence story:

Background Information

Ghana was a British colony known as the Gold Coast. The country had been under British rule since 1844, when the British government signed the Bond of 1844 with the Fante Confederacy.

The Independence Movement

In the mid-20th century, a nationalist movement emerged in Ghana, led by figures such as:

1. Joseph W.S. de Graft-Johnson

2. Ebenezer Ako-Adjei

3. Edward Akufo-Addo

4. Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah

Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, a charismatic and visionary leader, played a key role in the independence movement. He founded the Convention People's Party (CPP) in 1949, which became the main vehicle for the independence struggle.

The Road to Independence

The CPP organized mass protests, boycotts, and demonstrations, demanding independence from British rule. The movement gained momentum, and in 1951, the British government granted Ghana internal self-government.

In 1956, Ghana held general elections, which the CPP won decisively. Kwame Nkrumah became the country's first Prime Minister.

Independence Day

On March 6, 1957, Ghana gained full independence from British colonial rule. Dr. Kwame Nkrumah declared Ghana's independence at the Polo Grounds in Accra, the capital city.

The country became the first sub-Saharan African nation to achieve independence. Ghana's independence inspired other African countries to fight for their own freedom.

Quotes By Dr. Kwame Nkrumah on Independence Day

Here are some inspiring quotes from Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana's first President and a key figure in the country's fight for independence:

• “From now on, there is a new African who is ready to fight his own battle and show that after all, the black man is capable of managing his own affairs.”
• "I am not African because I was born in Africa, but because Africa was born in me." This quote highlights the deep connection and affinity that Dr. Nkrumah felt towards Africa, and serves as a powerful statement of African identity.
• "We face neither East nor West; we face forward." This quote emphasizes the importance of looking towards the future and moving forward, rather than getting bogged down in the past or being influenced by external forces.
• "Action without thought is empty. Thought without action is blind." This quote highlights the importance of balancing thought and action, and serves as a reminder that ideas without implementation are useless, just as action without consideration is reckless.
•  "It is clear that we must find an African solution to our problems, and that this can only be found in African unity. Divided we are weak; united Africa could become one of the greatest forces for good in the world." This quote emphasizes the importance of African unity and self-reliance in solving the continent's problems.
• "The independence of Ghana is meaningless unless it is linked up with the total liberation of the African continent." This quote highlights Dr. Nkrumah's commitment to pan-Africanism and his recognition that Ghana's independence was just the first step towards a broader goal of African liberation.

Legacy

Ghana's independence marked the beginning of a new era for the country. Kwame Nkrumah's vision for a united and prosperous Africa continues to inspire generations of Africans.

Today, Ghana celebrates its independence on March 6th every year, with parades, cultural events, and reflections on the country's history and progress.

BRIEF HISTORY OF GHANA'S INDEPENDENCE

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