In August 2025, Ghana's overall inflation rate eased to 11.5%, down from 12.1% in July, according to the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). Consumer prices declined by 1.3% month-on-month, but fresh produce continues to record sharp year-on-year increases.
The latest GSS figures show that several fresh items are still recording steep price rises. Fresh coconut prices are up 130.9% compared to last year, watermelon 115.1%, cashew 110.3%, avocado pear 108.3%, and ginger 104.4%.
Other staples also showed high inflation, with palm fruits, imported apples, groundnuts, and chicken eggs registering increases ranging between 57% and 75%. These developments continue to put pressure on household food budgets, even as the national inflation rate declines.
Dr Alhassan Iddrisu, Government Statistician, highlighted the current dynamics at a press conference on September 3. "For businesses, lower inflation is a green light to invest and stay competitive. For households, prices are your chance to save more and shop smarter. For government, lock in disinflation with fiscal discipline and stronger local supply chains," he said.
Despite the easing in the headline figure, the year-on-year price movements in fresh produce underline the gap between the national inflation trend and the market reality for consumers. The sharp increases in coconuts, melons, cashews, avocados, and ginger show that price volatility in perishable crops remains an ongoing challenge in Ghana's fresh produce sector.
Source: GhanaWeb