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Ghana's demographyevolution and implications for development /

Record Type:	Electronic resources : Monograph/item
Title/Author:	Ghana's demographyedited by Ayaga A. Bawah, Stephen O. Kwankye, Pearl S. Kyei.
Reminder of title:	evolution and implications for development /
other author:	Bawah, Ayaga A.
Published:	Cham :Springer Nature Switzerland :2025.
Description:	x, 374 p. :ill., digital ;24 cm.
Contained By:	Springer Nature eBook
Subject:	Population and Demography.
Subject:	GhanaEconomic conditions1979-
Online resource:	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-032-00582-3
ISBN:	9783032005823$q(electronic bk.)

Ghana's demographyevolution and implications for development /
Ghana's demographyevolution and implications for development /[electronic resource] :edited by Ayaga A. Bawah, Stephen O. Kwankye, Pearl S. Kyei. - Cham :Springer Nature Switzerland :2025. - x, 374 p. :ill., digital ;24 cm.

1. Introduction and Rationale (Ayaga A. Bawah and Stephen O. Kwankye) -- 2. Population Dynamics in Ghana (Stephen O. Kwankye and Faustina Frempong-Ainguah) -- 3. Fertility Trends and Patterns in Ghana (Michael Larbi Odame; Kwame Adjei-Mantey, and Faustina Frempong-Ainguah) -- 4. Mortality Trends, Patterns, and Causes of Death in Ghana: The Big and Small Picture (Ayaga A. Bawah, Caesar Agula, Charles Agyei-Asabere, Paul Welaga, Godwin Odei Gyebi, Patrick Ansah, Samuel Kobina Annim) -- 5. Internal and International Migration in Ghana: Opportunities and Challenges (Mumuni Abu, D. Yaw Atiglo, Samuel Nii Ardey Codjoe, and Delali B. Dovie) -- 6. Urbanisation in Ghana (Delali Margaret Badasu, Adriana A. E. Biney and Rosina Sheburah Essien) -- 7. Changing Family Demography in Ghana (Michael Larbi Odame, Charlotte Abra Esime Ofori and Faustina Frempong-Ainguah) -- 8. Children, Adolescents, Youth and the Demographic Dividend (Stephen O. Kwankye and Faustina Frempong-Ainguah) -- 9. Population Ageing and Its Implications for Social Protection and Social Security Expenditures in Ghana (Ayaga A. Bawah, Samuel Kobina Annim and Frank Kyei-Arthur) -- 10. Sexual and Reproductive Health in Ghana (Adriana A. E. Biney, D. Yaw Atiglo and Mutaru Goro Iddrisu) -- 11. Education and Literacy in Ghana: Trends, Disparities, and Implications for Sustainable Development (Pearl S. Kyei and Samuel Kobina Annim) -- 12. Population Health and Nutrition in Ghana (Fidelia A. A. Dake, Aaron K. Christian, and Lily Kpobi) -- 13. A Socio-Demographic Profile of Disability in Ghana (Lily Kpobi and Charlotte Abra Esime Ofori) -- 14. Population-Environment Nexus: Sustainable Management Response Options in Ghana (Opoku Pabi, Mumuni Abu, D. Yaw Atiglo, Samuel Nii Ardey Codjoe, Delali B. Dovie) -- 15. Work, Earnings and Poverty in Ghana (Pearl S. Kyei and Samuel Kobina Annim) -- 16. Demography and the Future of Ghana's Socio-Economic Development (Ayaga A. Bawah, Stephen O. Kwankye, and Pearl S. Kyei).

This book provides a comprehensive analysis of Ghana's evolving demographic landscape, the complex interplay between population trends and social development, and the strategic interventions needed to harness demographic shifts for sustainable development. The book traces historical and modern shifts in fertility, mortality, and migration and the emerging issues posed by these shifts. It further presents a detailed analysis of key drivers and consequences of population change including urbanisation, the demographic dividend, population ageing, literacy and education, poverty, population health and nutrition, and the environment. Each chapter includes an analysis of trends and patterns in the thematic area and highlights the implications for policy and development. The book emphasises the importance of the integration of population factors into development planning across various sectors, and in alignment with national policies and international frameworks such as the African Union Agenda 2063, and the Sustainable Development Goals. Built on decades of research and interdisciplinary collaboration, this work offers data-driven recommendations and forms a critical resource for academics, practitioners, as well as policymakers seeking evidence-based strategies. By examining key population variables and social indicators of policy relevance, the book offers critical insights into how demographic changes shape economic opportunities, social policies, and the well-being of individuals across generations. While focused on Ghana, the book also offers valuable perspectives on broader demographic transitions across sub-Saharan Africa and other developing regions, making it relevant to scholars and policymakers worldwide who seek to understand and leverage demographic change for economic and social advancement. This book is being published to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the University of Ghana's Regional Institute for Population Studies (RIPS).

ISBN: 9783032005823$q(electronic bk.)

Standard No.: 10.1007/978-3-032-00582-3doiSubjects--Topical Terms:

913099
Population and Demography.
Subjects--Geographical Terms:

434901
Ghana
--Economic conditions--1979-

LC Class. No.: HB3666.8.A3

Dewey Class. No.: 304.609667

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