Ghanaian voters prioritize inflation, unemployment, and debt ahead of December election
Ghana is preparing for its ninth general election on December 7, 2024, with inflation, unemployment, and debt as key voter concerns. The ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) seeks a third consecutive term amid economic challenges. Inflation peaked at 54.1% in December 2022, significantly impacting living costs. Prices for staples like eggs and tomatoes have more than doubled, while wages have not kept pace, pushing many into poverty. Unemployment has risen, with one in seven Ghanaians now jobless, particularly affecting youth. Ghana's economy, rich in gold and cocoa, has seen mixed fortunes, with voters likely focusing on short-term improvements as they head to the polls.