The Economic Fallout of Climate Change: How Ghana’s Key Sectors are Bearing the Brunt

Climate change is increasingly threatening Ghana’s economic stability and growth. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, prolonged droughts, and extreme floods are no longer abstract future risks – they are already disrupting livelihoods and key industries. This article explores how Ghana’s major sectors are bearing the brunt of climate change, detailing both immediate effects and long-term economic consequences. It also highlights recent policy responses by the government and partners, and offers recommendations to mitigate these growing economic risks.