Draft:Socialism in Ghana

Socialism
Socialism is a concept that was introduced in 17th century in the Age of Enlightenment and in 1780s during the French Revolution and later on practiced and adapted in various form around the world. Socialism is a system, in contrast to capitalism, an economic and political framework where public or collective ownership is expected to lead a more equal society, where the aim is to minimize the disparities in wealth and political power.

Ghanaian Independence
Ghana gained independence from British colonial rule in the year 1957. It was under the leadership of Kwame Nkrumah who led the country between the years 1957 to 1966. During the early years of independence, the people of Ghana showed patriotism and that was highlighted by the changes that took place in the public places, engulfing in a untied atmosphere. Ghana also aimed for unity and cooperation with its neighboring countries. They also played a significant role in West Africa, mediating conflicts and providing economic help. Ghana' s independence was looked up to as inspiration by many other countries that were still under the colonial rule.

Nkrumah
Kwame Nkrumah's willingness to fight against the colonialism had led their country into getting the independence. His vision of the African revolution was unity and liberation. His ideologies often revolved around Pan-Africanism, socialism and anti-imperialism. He believed working together would lead people into collective advancement that was beneficial in the getting independence. His socialist ideas on the economic and social equality was considered important development in industrial sector. A lot of new impacts brought in by Nkrumah were to establish independent and self governing nations without compromising on Ghanaian culture and heritage. Economic development took place by several policies that were introduced in order to gain political, social and economic independence. Industrialization occurred beyond exports of cocoa. Manufacturing, mining, establishment of state-owned enterprises, etc. were given importance.