Accra, Ghana’s bustling capital, is projected to experience significant congestion by 2030 due to substantial population growth, according to recent data from the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS).
The GSS’s latest population projections for 2021 to 2050 indicate a notable increase in population across the Greater Accra region. As of 2024, Ghana’s total population is projected to exceed 33 million, up from 30.8 million in 2021.
Specifically, the Greater Accra Region is expected to see a rise in the number of school-aged children, projected to reach 2.96 million by 2030. Additionally, the youth population aged 15 to 24 years is set to nearly double in size.
Deputy Government Statistician, Dr. Faustina Frempong, who presented the data, urged the government to address the rapid population growth in the Greater Accra region, which encompasses smaller land areas.
The population projections aim to provide insights into the future demographic landscape, informing policymakers, researchers, and the public about potential changes. According to the GSS, this information is crucial for tracking the implementation of national, continental, and global development goals.
