National Census Reveals Population Nearing 35 Million

Preliminary results from the 2026 National Population and Housing Census indicate that the country population is approaching 35 million, reflecting an annual growth rate of 2.1%. For the first time in the nation history, the urban population has surpassed 60% of the total.

The Greater Accra region remains the most populous, while the northern regions recorded the fastest growth rates. The census also reveals a significant demographic shift, with the youth population (under 30) now comprising 58% of the total population.