Police Arrest 49 in Accra During Anti-Government Protests Over Ghana's Economic Crisis

Police in Ghana's capital Accra arrested 49 protesters demonstrating against the country's economic crisis and high cost of living. Some journalists were also detained.

The protest was organized by a governance advocacy group, with demonstrators trying to reach the presidential palace before being stopped by police. Some protesters reported being physically assaulted.

Ghana is facing major economic challenges including high unemployment, debt, and inflation. The current government has been criticized for economic mismanagement.

There have been waves of protests in Ghana over the past year over rising prices and economic hardship. The latest demonstrations focused on perceived corruption.

The government defended its economic record but activists warned of growing discontent, especially among youth. Some see the protests as a new civic movement emerging.