A recent national poll conducted by Global InfoAnalytics reveals a significant increase in public optimism regarding the direction of Ghana. Currently, 70% of voters believe the country is headed in the right direction, marking a notable increase from 62% in the survey conducted in April 2025. The latest findings, released by Mussa K. Dankwah, Pollster and Head of Research at Global InfoAnalytics, on July 1, indicate a considerable shift in public sentiment.
While 70% express positive views, only 20% of voters feel that the country is going in the wrong direction, an improvement from April, when 26% held a negative outlook. The survey, which was conducted online between May 10 and May 20, 2025, gathered responses from 1,092 voters using probability random online sampling. The results have a 99% confidence level and a margin of error of ±3.82%.
A striking aspect of the poll is the broad consensus across the country: a majority of voters in every region, except for the Ashanti Region, believe Ghana is on the right track. The Ashanti Region, traditionally considered a stronghold of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), stands out as an exception, making its unique position noteworthy for political analysts. This surge in optimism coincides with recent economic developments that have shown some positive trends.
In May 2025, the Bank of Ghana reported a significant appreciation of the Ghanaian Cedi against major international currencies, easing inflationary pressures and leading to a reduction in the cost of imported goods and fuel prices. The country also recorded a substantial current account surplus in the first quarter of 2025, driven by improved export performance in gold and cocoa.
Provisional GDP growth for 2024 was projected at 5.7%, with positive outlooks for 2025 from institutions like the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the IMF, forecasting growth rates around 4.0-4.5%. Furthermore, the period of interviews (May 10-20) followed President John Dramani Mahama’s “First 120 Days in Office” address on May 7, 2025, where he provided updates on his administration’s initial steps towards economic recovery and governance reforms, which might have influenced public confidence.
The consistently positive trend in public perception, as tracked by Global InfoAnalytics, suggests a growing belief among Ghanaians in the government’s ability to steer the nation towards stability and progress. While economic challenges persist, the shift in sentiment could be indicative of a renewed hope that the worst of the economic crisis is behind them and that the current trajectory promises a better future.
By: David Apinga
