A new nationwide poll conducted by Global InfoAnalytics shows a sharp rise in public optimism, with 59% of voters saying their standard of living has improved compared to this time last year.
The findings reflect growing confidence in Ghana’s economic recovery and the government’s policy direction.
Released by Mussa K. Dankwah, Pollster and Head of Research at Global InfoAnalytics, the survey revealed that 70% of respondents believe Ghana is currently headed in the right direction, marking a major shift in public sentiment.
The online poll, conducted from May 10 to May 20, 2025, surveyed 1,092 voters using a probability random online sampling method. It boasts a 99% confidence level and a margin of error of ±3.82%.
Only 12% of respondents reported a decline in their standard of living, while 25% saw no change. The remaining 11% offered no opinion. These results reflect a notable improvement from Global InfoAnalytics’ April 2025 survey, when 62% expressed optimism about the country’s direction, and 26% felt it was heading the wrong way.
The shift in public mood aligns with several macroeconomic gains recorded in 2025:
- The Ghanaian cedi has strengthened significantly against major international currencies.
- Inflation dropped to 18.4% in May 2025, the lowest since February 2022.
- A reduction in prices of imported goods, including electronics, pharmaceuticals, and fuel, has improved consumer purchasing power.
- The country has achieved a current account surplus and increased foreign exchange reserves, buoyed by strong exports of gold and cocoa.
- The World Bank recently approved $360 million in additional support for Ghana’s economic recovery.
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These economic gains appear to be resonating with the general public, many of whom are now experiencing tangible improvements in their daily lives.
“The data shows a remarkable turnaround in public confidence, not just in macroeconomic figures, but in the lived experience of citizens,” said Mussa K. Dankwah.
With only 20% of voters now believing the country is on the wrong path, the findings suggest a clear and growing sense of optimism across Ghana’s electorate as economic reforms begin to yield results at the household level.
