By 2030, Accra, Ghana’s vibrant capital, is anticipated to face increased congestion due to substantial population growth, as indicated by recent findings from the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS).
The GSS’s latest projections for 2021 to 2050 reveal a significant rise in population throughout the Greater Accra region.
As of 2024, Ghana’s projected population surpasses 33 million, marking an increase from 30.8 million in 2021.
In the coming years, the Greater Accra Region is expected to accommodate a growing number of school-age children, projected to reach 2.96 million by 2030.
Moreover, the youth population aged 15 to 24 years is anticipated to nearly double in size.
Dr. Faustina Frempong, Deputy Government Statistician, who presented the data, emphasized the need for government intervention in managing the rapid population growth within the Greater Accra region, which is constrained by limited land space.
These population projections aim to provide insights into future demographic trends, aiding policymakers, researchers, and the public in understanding potential developments and facilitating the achievement of national, continental, and global development objectives, according to the GSS.