In 2023, the total population requiring interventions against Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) in Ghana was approximately 18.07 million. Forecasts for the period from 2024 to 2028 indicate a steady increase in this population. Specifically, the values are projected as follows: for 2024 at 18.337 million, 2025 at 18.608 million, 2026 at 18.874 million, 2027 at 19.134 million, and 2028 at 19.39 million. This data suggests a year-on-year increase of 1.5% in 2024-2025, 1.4% in 2025-2026, 1.4% in 2026-2027, and 1.3% in 2027-2028. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over the period from 2023 to 2028 is forecasted to be approximately 1.4%.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from public health interventions, improvements in healthcare infrastructure, and changes in socio-economic conditions that could affect the trajectory of NTDs prevalence in Ghana. Close monitoring of these factors will be crucial for accurate forecasting and effective planning in public health strategies.
