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July 16, 2026
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NDPC, ISODEC discuss research initiative to address inequalities in Northern Ghana
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Key Points
- The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) and the Integrated Social Development Centre (ISODEC) discussed a proposed annual research and survey programme.
- The initiative aims to track and understand inequalities across Northern Ghana to inform evidence-based policymaking.
- The research will generate data on the nature, causes, and changing patterns of inequality, addressing gaps in regional disparity studies.
- The scope of the research extends beyond income to include factors like gender, ethnicity, social exclusion, infrastructure, and access to essential services and economic opportunities.
- Both institutions committed to close collaboration to ensure the research meaningfully contributes to Ghana's national development planning and efforts to reduce regional inequalities.
Why This Matters
This initiative is crucial for Ghana as it directly addresses persistent regional disparities, particularly between the North and South, which hinder equitable development and national cohesion. By providing robust, evidence-based data, it will enable the government to formulate targeted policies and interventions, leading to more effective resource allocation and improved living standards for citizens in underserved regions.
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