Ghana’s latest inflation data has revealed significant differences in the cost of living across the country, with the North East Region recording inflation nearly three times the national average.
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) bulletin for May 2026 released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) showed that while national inflation stood at 3.7%, regional inflation rates ranged from a low of -3.0% in the Savannah Region to a high of 10.1% in the North East Region.
According to the GSS, “at the regional level, the year-on-year inflation rate ranged from -3.0 percent in the Savannah Region to 10.1 percent in the North East Region.”
The figures suggest that despite relatively low inflation at the national level, consumers in some regions continue to face elevated price increases, creating uneven economic conditions across the country.
The GSS further reported that “eight regions recorded an inflation rate above the national average of 3.7 percent,” indicating that inflationary pressures remain concentrated in several parts of Ghana.
The North East Region’s inflation rate of 10.1% stands out as particularly noteworthy, exceeding the national average by 6.4 percentage points. In contrast, the Savannah Region recorded negative inflation, suggesting that prices of goods and services were generally lower compared to the same period last year.
The wide gap between the highest and lowest regional inflation rates highlights the varying impact of market conditions, supply chains and local economic factors on households across the country.
Economists say regional inflation trends are increasingly important indicators for policymakers because they provide a clearer picture of how price changes affect households beyond the national average.
