In 2023, the density of nurses and midwives in Ghana stood at 4.60 persons per thousand persons. Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 show a consistent year-on-year increase in nurse and midwife density. The projected figures are as follows: 4.93 in 2024, 5.28 in 2025, 5.62 in 2026, 5.96 in 2027, and 6.3 in 2028. This indicates a steady growth trajectory, with significant year-on-year percentage increases ranging from 7.17% in 2024 to 5.7% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period is 6.5%.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of healthcare policies on workforce expansion, the introduction of new training programs, and potential shifts in population growth affecting healthcare demand. Monitoring these factors will provide deeper insights into the sustainability and scalability of nurse and midwife density in Ghana.
