Ghana’s Population Expected to Surge to 52.47 Million by 2050 – GSS Reports

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The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has released a comprehensive report projecting a significant increase in Ghana’s population over the coming decades. According to the report titled “Population Projections 2021 – 2050,” Ghana’s population is set to rise by 70.36% by 2050, reaching an estimated 52.47 million people, up from 30.83 million in 2021.


The projections indicate a steady growth trajectory, with the population expected to reach 33 million by 2024 and exceed 44.7 million by 2040. However, the growth rate is anticipated to decrease over the next 25 years.
One of the notable shifts highlighted in the report is the changing demographic structure of Ghana. The proportion of children aged 0-14 years is projected to decrease to 29.1% by 2050, while the elderly population aged 60 and over is expected to rise significantly, reaching 10.8% from 6.5% in 2021.


One of the notable shifts highlighted in the report is the changing demographic structure of Ghana. The proportion of children aged 0-14 years is projected to decrease to 29.1% by 2050, while the elderly population aged 60 and over is expected to rise significantly, reaching 10.8% from 6.5% in 2021.


Urbanization trends are also expected to continue, with the urban population projected to reach 60.7% by 2030. Greater Accra, already the most urbanized region, is anticipated to experience a 1.3 times increase in population density by 2030.


The report underscores existing gender disparities, noting a slight female majority in Ghana’s population. The male-to-female ratio is expected to narrow slightly to 96 males per 100 females by 2050.

These population projections provide crucial insights for policymakers and planners to anticipate and address the socio-economic implications of Ghana’s evolving demographic landscape in the coming decades.

England beat Germany 2-1 in overtime to become European champions.

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Substitute for England, Chloe Kelly scored a goal during overtime which gave England a 2-1 win over Germany in Sunday’s UEFA Women’s European Championship final, securing their first major win in front of a record home crowd.

Kelly quickly reacted  to a loose ball from a corner in the second period of extra time to give her side the win and repay  Germany for their defeat during the 2009 Euro final in Helsinki.

England coach Sarina Wiegman is the first manager to win the Euros – men’s or women’s – with two different nations having led her native Netherlands to the title in 2017. She was appointed England boss in September last year and the side has not lost since.

“I just can’t stop crying. We talk, we talk and we talk and we finally done it. You know what, the kids are alright. This is the proudest moment of my life,” said England captain, Leah WWilliamso

“Listen the legacy of this tournament is the change in society. The legacy of this team is winners and that is the journey. love every single one of you, I’m so proud to be English. I’m trying so hard not to swear.”

On a memorable day for England, the hosts Screenshot has been saved to/storage/minute through fonated/0/Pictures/Screenshot of a sell out crowd at Wembley Stadium, the 87,192 attendance a record for a UEFA tournament, men’s or women’s.

Substitute Lina Magull brought Germany back into the game to send it to extra time but Kelly popped up at the right time to clutch it for England and made the home fans crazy.

Germany suffered a warm-up setback when striker Alexandra Popp, who scored six goals in five games on her European debut, was removed from the squad with a muscle injury and replaced by Leah Schuler.

Martina Voss-Tecklenburg’s side were oblivious of Popp’s presence in the box but a brutal physical collision led to a goalless score in the first half.

Toone opened the scoring shortly after the hour mark with a beautiful chipped finish, moments after coming on as a substitute.

However, that was cancelled out by Magull who fired in an equaliser from close range 17 minutes later after the hosts had been pushed back by their opponents.

The match finished 1-1 after 90 minutes to take it into extra time where the atmosphere died down a little as the thought of Germany winning a record-extending ninth Euros crown at the home of English football began to permeate.

That was until the 110th minute when Kelly, who had moments before urged the crowd to raise their voices and cheer the side on. reacted quickest to stab in the winner and inflict Germany’s first defeat in a major final.

“It doesn’t seem real. I’m buzzing my head off. Honestly the best moment of my career, best moment of my life. I’m so proud to be a part of this group.” Toone stated.

Beth Mead of England won the Player of the Tournament award for her six goals and five assists, helping her side score a record 22 times during the tournament.

“I am speechless. I’m in shock. I’ve just had a good cry with the family, wouldn’t be here without them,” the 27-year-old said.

“I am so, so proud of this team, love this west moment my me. Top Ca part of this group.” Toone said.

England’s Beth Mead won the Player of the Tournament award for her six goals and five assists, helping her side score a record 22 times during the tournament.

“I am speechless. I’m in shock. I’ve just had a good cry with the family, I wouldn’t be here without them,” the 27-year-old said.

“I am so, so proud of this team, I love this team and I love this country.”