Role of Akan Traditional Rulers in Socio-economic Development of Ghana

Socio-economic development has been the centerpiece for democratization projects in sub-Saharan Africa. This book deals the study of the Role of Akan Traditional Rulers in Socio-economic Development of Ghana. It provides an in-depth information on how some prominent traditional rulers among the Akan society in Ghana have created new roles in local governance by partnering with the central government Multinational Companies and International Organizations in providing socio-economic needs for their communities. This is a must read book for students of Sociology Political Science Development/Area Studies Cultural Studies and related disciplines. It could also serve as a useful guide to development Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’S) and Western policy makers who want to initiate or are coordinating development projects in Ghana and other developing countries.