Ghana's Ex-President Gets Massive Mandate to Fix Inflation Woes

Muhammad won the presidential election by a large margin, defeating the ruling party amid voter dissatisfaction over inflation. Mahama, returning to a role he held seven years ago, faces challenges like high debt and cost of living. His priorities include stabilizing the economy and currency, which has lost significant value. With high youth unemployment, Mahama's success depends on job creation. Despite past economic issues, he convinced voters of his capability in a nation with a two-party system since 1992.

What was the percentage of votes secured by Muhammad in the recent election?

• 50.0%

• 61.0%

• 56.6%

• 41.6%

What is one of the main economic issues Muhammad aims to address during his leadership?

• Increasing cocoa production

• Expanding the military

• Reducing inflation

• Improving tourism

What percentage of Ghanaians below the age of 35 are unemployed?

• 25%

• 20%

• 15%

• 10%

What was a significant issue during Muhammad's previous tenure?

• Healthcare crisis

• Political instability

• Educational reforms

• Economic downturn and blackouts

Since when has power rotated between two political parties in Ghana?

• 2012

• 2002

• 1992

• 1982