Ghana’s Inflation Drops from 54.1% to 23.1% in Two Years – Signs of Economic Stability Emerging
Ghana’s inflation rate has made a remarkable decline, falling from a peak of 54.1% in December 2022 to 23.1% in February 2025, according to the latest data released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). This significant reduction signals progress in stabilizing the economy after a period of severe inflationary pressures that strained households and businesses.
The latest figure of 23.1%, recorded in February 2025, marks a marginal improvement from 23.5% in January 2025, continuing a positive trend observed throughout 2024 as Ghana’s macroeconomic indicators gradually improved.
A Steady Decline Since 2023
Ghana’s inflation crisis, which reached a 22-year high in December 2022 at 54.1%, was triggered by a mix of global supply chain disruptions, rising commodity prices, and domestic fiscal challenges. However, the consistent decline over the past two years highlights the impact of monetary tightening by the Bank of Ghana, improved food supply, and relative currency stability.
December 2022: 54.1%
January 2024: 29.7%
December 2024: 23.8%
January 2025: 23.5%
February 2025: 23.1%
Key Drivers of Decline
According to the GSS, food inflation, which historically drives Ghana’s consumer prices, eased significantly in early 2025, contributing to the overall slowdown in inflation. Non-food inflation also moderated, reflecting improved cost controls in sectors such as transport, utilities, and services.
Additionally, Ghana’s IMF-supported economic reform program, launched in 2023, focused on fiscal consolidation, debt restructuring, and strengthening revenue collection, played a crucial role in restoring investor confidence and curbing inflation expectations.
Policy Impact and Economic Outlook
The Bank of Ghana’s monetary policy tightening, including successive increases in the policy rate from 14.5% in early 2022 to 30% by mid-2023, helped contain excess liquidity and anchor inflation expectations. Coupled with improved agricultural production and a relative stabilization of the Ghana cedi, these factors contributed to the declining inflation trend.
Despite the positive development, the current 23.1% inflation rate remains significantly above the central bank’s medium-term target band of 6% to 10%, underscoring the need for continued fiscal discipline, prudent monetary policy, and sustained economic reforms.
Consumer and Business Confidence Rising
The drop in inflation has begun to ease cost pressures on businesses and households, although the pace of relief is gradual. According to market analysts, improved price stability could support consumer spending, business planning, and foreign investment inflows, further enhancing Ghana’s economic recovery efforts.
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