Developing Affordable Public Housing Policy in Ghana: The Significant Impact of Beneficiaries’ Involvement

Authors: Ebenezer Afrane ID, Mohd Nadzri Jaafar, Azizah Ismail, Naana Amakie Boakye-Agyeman

The persistent challenge of affordable public housing has consistently drawn the attention of governments, leading to various programmes and interventions. However, these efforts often overlook the vital role of beneficiaries in the policy development process. This study analyses the significant impact of involving the intended beneficiaries in developing and implementing affordable public housing policies in Ghana. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews using a qualitative approach. The study employed a key informant purposive sampling approach targeting fifteen (15) participants from public and private institutions and public sector workers’ unions in Ghana. The findings reveal that involving beneficiaries in policy development enhances policy relevance, improves legitimacy, and improves policy implementation and accountability. This study suggests that beneficiary-driven housing policies are more likely to succeed and are essential in addressing the complex affordable housing challenges facing public sector workers in the low- and middle-income brackets.

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Ebenezer Afrane (25.6.2025 22:23)

The level of beneficiary participation in the policy development and implementation process is a critical factor influencing affordable housing outcomes.

Document Type
article
ISSN
2336-2839
Volume / Issue
12 / 1
Pages
47-59
https://doi.org/10.13060/23362839.2025.12.1.586
Date of publication
15.6.2025
Keywords:
comparative housing policy , housing in developing countries , social housing

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Afrane, E. , Mohd Nadzri Jaafar, Azizah Ismail, Naana Amakie Boakye-Agyeman 2025. ‘Developing Affordable Public Housing Policy in Ghana: The Significant Impact of Beneficiaries’ Involvement.’ Critical Housing Analysis 12 (1): 47-59. https://doi.org/10.13060/23362839.2025.12.1.586