Ghana’s inflation rate eased further in August 2025, reaching 11.5%, the lowest level since October 2021. This marks the eighth consecutive month of decline and a drop from the 12.1% recorded in July.
According to the latest figures, the slowdown was driven by both food and non-food items, alongside a general reduction in prices on a month-to-month basis.
*Breakdown of Key Figures*
Overall Inflation:
August 2025: 11.5%
July 2025: 12.1%
Month-on-Month Change:
Prices fell by 1.3%, indicating real price reduction.
*Food Inflation:*
August: 14.8%
July: 15.1%
Non-Food Inflation:
August: 8.7%
July: 9.5%
Regional Inflation:
Upper West Region: 21.8% (highest)
Bono Region: 6.1% (lowest)
*Implications*
The consistent decline signals easing inflationary pressures, offering some relief to households and businesses. Analysts suggest that this trend could allow the Bank of Ghana to maintain or adjust its monetary policy stance in the coming months.
