ACCRA, Ghana -- The green, red and yellow colors and the black star of Ghana's flag symbolized the rush of pride felt by many people here as their country celebrated 50 years of independence from Britain. Some sported hats and wristbands, while others wore t-shirts, emblazoned with the government slogan, "Championing African excellence." A few even donned the flag like a cape as they enjoyed their Mar. 6 holiday, the date of founding President Kwame Nkrumah's declaration of independence in 1957. The vibrant displays of patriotic fashion certainly pleased the eye, but they could not disguise the dissatisfaction with Ghana's achievements many feel.
At 50 Years, Ghana’s Economic Record is Decidely Mixed
