Population Growth and Family Planning in Ghana

The video discusses Ghana's economic growth and challenges due to rapid population increase. It explores future population scenarios, highlighting the impact on urbanization, infrastructure, energy, and social services. The importance of family planning is emphasized as a strategy to improve health, reduce poverty, and achieve economic benefits. Recommendations for policy actions to integrate family planning into national development strategies are provided.

What is one of the main reasons for widespread poverty in Ghana despite economic growth?

• Lack of education

• Rapid population growth

• Poor healthcare

• Corruption

By how much has Ghana's population increased since 1960?

• It has remained the same

• It has increased eightfold

• It has tripled

• It has doubled

What is one of the major challenges caused by rapid population growth in Ghana?

• Decreased literacy rates

• Frequent power outages

• Increased agricultural output

• Improved public transportation

What is the average number of children per woman in Ghana as of the most recent data?

• 5.5

• 4.0

• 3.0

• 2.5

What is the term used for women who want to delay or prevent pregnancy but are not using any method of family planning?

• Unplanned need

• Unmet need

• Delayed need

• Preventive need

How many maternal deaths could be prevented by meeting Ghana's unmet need for family planning by 2030?

• 12,000

• 7,000

• 10,000

• 5,000

What is the estimated cost to meet Ghana's family planning needs over the next 15 years?

• $100 million

• $250 million

• $154 million

• $200 million

How much money could Ghana save for every dollar spent on family planning?

• One dollar

• Two dollars

• Three dollars

• Four dollars

What is a key strategy for addressing rapid population growth in Ghana?

• Expanding mining operations

• Building more roads

• Investing in family planning

• Increasing agricultural production

What should policymakers include in national development strategies to ensure sustainable growth?

• More industrial projects

• Family planning

• Increased military spending

• Higher taxes