1993 in Ghana details events of note that happened in Ghana in the year 1993.

Incumbents President: Jerry John Rawlings Vice President: Kow Nkensen Arkaah Chief Justice: Philip Edward Archer

Events

January 7th - Jerry Rawlings sworn in as President of Ghana. 7th - Inauguration of Ghana's Fourth Republic.

February 15th - some members of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) are arrested for demonstrating against the national budget.

March 6th - 37th independence anniversary held. 22nd - first nonpartisan district level elections held in 13 districts. 22nd - 35 cabinet ministers sworn into office.

April 29th - State opening of Parliament.

May

June 4 - 4 June Revolution anniversary commemorated.

July 1st - Republic day celebrations held across the country. 17th - 12 men executed for armed robbery. 22nd - the New Patriotic Party (NPP) wins 3 major cases at the Supreme Court.

August

September - Voter registration starts across the country.

October

November

December Annual Farmers' Day celebrations held in all regions of the country.

Deaths Dasrameti Dblack Gh.

National holidays 1 January: New Year's Day 6 March: Independence Day 1 May: Labor Day 25 December: Christmas 26 December: Boxing Day

In addition, several other places observe local holidays, such as the foundation of their town. These are also "special days."

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