A recent report by Afrobarometer reveals strong public support among Ghanaians for several key social programs: 85% want the Free Senior High School initiative to continue, 81% back the Planting for Food and Jobs program, 71% support One District One Factory, and 60% favor the One Village One Dam policy.
However, the report also shows substantial opposition to the electronic transactions levy (E-levy), with 79% of respondents calling for its removal.
When asked about urgent national issues, unemployment topped the list, with 41% identifying it as the most pressing concern. Infrastructure and road development were close behind at 38%, while healthcare ranked third, with 33% of respondents considering it a top priority.
These findings highlight a public focus on job creation, improved connectivity, and essential services.
The report further illustrates the economic hardships faced by many Ghanaians: 82% reported some level of poverty over the past year, with 45% experiencing moderate to severe economic distress—a sharp rise from 19% in 2017.
Additionally, 70% of respondents reported going without cash income at least once in the past year, with many also facing shortages in essential services, including medical care (54%), water (44%), food (44%), and cooking fuel (42%).
Less than half (45%) expect economic conditions to improve in the next year, and ratings of the government’s economic performance have declined, reflecting frustration with the rising cost of living and limited access to essential services.
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