70% of Ghanaians believe the country is headed in the right direction – Survey

Accra, Ghana – A new national poll conducted by Global InfoAnalytics between January 30 and February 1, 2025, reveals a remarkable shift in public sentiment: 70% of Ghanaians now believe the country is headed in the right direction, marking a dramatic reversal from the mere 22% who felt similarly a year ago 

???? Key Findings:

• Approval of Presidential Leadership: President John Dramani Mahama boasts an 84% approval rating in his first month back in office 

• Ministerial Satisfaction: A strong 90% of respondents are satisfied with his cabinet appointments, with 68% expressing they are "very" to "extremely satisfied" 

• Improved Living Standards: While 32% say their standard of living has improved, 50% report no change, and 8% feel it has worsened 

• Future Optimism: A striking 78% expect their standard of living to improve over the next year, up sharply from 32% in early 2024 .

• Parliamentary Trust: 63% approve of the performance of the Parliamentary Appointments Committee, despite concerns that 77% of respondents view the vetting process as politically motivated

???? Noteworthy Shift:

The transformation in public mood stands in stark contrast to earlier sentiments. For instance, an Afrobarometer survey from late 2024 indicated 82% of Ghanaians felt the country was headed in the wrong direction. Similarly, in April 2024 only 65% expressed confidence — still behind the curve compared to now .

???? What’s Driving the Change?

• Leadership Turnaround: President Mahama’s return to the presidency in January 2025—the first such comeback in Ghana’s Fourth Republic—has seemingly boosted morale and public trust 

• Policy Confidence: Widespread approval of his cabinet and plans, including establishing anti-corruption measures for major procurements, supports sentiment improvement 

• Economic Hope: Despite recent economic challenges, including a debt default and IMF-backed bailout, a majority remain hopeful about future improvement 

???? Analysis & Outlook:

This poll marks a decisive turning point in Ghana’s public conversation—a departure from widespread pessimism to renewed optimism. While the current wave of confidence may reflect the early honeymoon period of a new administration, sustaining it will depend heavily on economic recovery, tangible reform, and effective governance.