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Impact Of Globalisation on Socio-Cultural and Political Economies: Students’ Narratives from the Global South
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Globalization is not a single, uniform force but rather a dynamic and evolving process with a range of outcomes—positive, negative, and sometimes unintended. These assertions show that globalization can help foster innovative, creative and affluent political, economic and socio-cultural practices, but can also lead to the growth of inequality, widening the poverty gap in inter and intra-country, and environmental destruction. This study explores the perspectives of 214 tertiary students on globalization and its influence on Ghana’s political and socio-cultural practices. A descriptive design and a questionnaire were used for data collection. The study revealed that the influence of globalization on Ghana’s political landscape is multifaceted, with significant implications for governance, international relations, sovereignty, and political inclusivity. Also, globalization is a transformative force that has introduced diversity and innovation into Ghanaian cultural expressions. The study recommends that Ghana carefully assess the balance between its national policy autonomy and international or global governance frameworks in order to enhance productive capacity, promote economic, and foster a stable financial and investment environment.
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.17509/ijposs.v10i1.85226
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