Population
Population refers to the number of people living in a specific geographic area at a specific time.
POPULATION STRUCTURE OF GHANA
| AGE STRUCTURE | PERCENTAGE OF POPULATION |
|---|---|
| 0 – 14 years | 38.6% |
| 15 – 24 years | 18.7% |
| 25 - 54 years | 33.8% |
| 55 – 64 years | 4.8% |
| 65 years and over | 4.1% |
Source: CIA World: Ghana’s Population Structure as of 2014.
The entry provides the distribution of the population according to age. The age structure of a population affects a nation key socio-economic issues like education, health, employment etc.