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The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) says that the country’s population is expected to increase by 70.36 per cent by 2050, reaching an estimated 52.47 million, compared to 30.83 million in 2021.
The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) says that the country’s population is expected to increase by 70.36 per cent by 2050, reaching an estimated 52.47 million, compared to 30.83 million in 2021. The new report outlining growth projections for the country’s population by the GSS predicts a steady rise over the next decade, with the population reaching 33 million by 2024 and exceeding 44.7 million by 2040.
Although, the projected rates of population growth suggest a decrease in the population growth rate in the next 25 years. The report, which is titled “Population Projections 2021 – 2050,” utilizes data from the 2021 Population and Housing Census as well as historical sources. The GSS report indicates that Ghana’s population structure is transforming. The proportion of children (aged 0-14) is projected to decline further, reaching 29.1% by 2050, while the population aged 60 and over is expected to rise significantly, reaching 10.8% by 2050 from 6.5% in 2021.
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The trend towards urbanization is expected to continue. The urban population is projected to reach 60.7% by 2030, with Greater Accra, the most urbanized region, experiencing a population density increase of 1.3 times by 2030. The report highlights Ghana’s existing gender disparity, with a slight female majority. This is expected to decrease slightly, with the male-to-female ratio reaching 96 per 100 by 2050.
