3.8% of Ghanaian adults have considered suicide, 2.3% attempted – WHO

3.8% of Ghanaian adults have considered suicide, 2.3% attempted

The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 3.8 percent of adults in Ghana have contemplated suicide, while 2.3 percent have made attempts, emphasizing the necessity for enhanced suicide prevention strategies. Dr. Fiona Braka, the WHO Country Representative to Ghana, revealed this information in Accra during the launch of events for the 2026 World Suicide Prevention […]

3.8% of Ghanaian adults have considered suicide, 2.3% attempted – WHO

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has revealed that 3. 8% of adults in Ghana have considered suicide, while 2. 3% have attempted it, highlighting the need for stronger measures to prevent suicide and provide support to people at risk.

25.1% of Ghanaian students report suicidal thoughts – GASP

The Association for Suicide Prevention Ghana says 25.1% of 1,101 school-going adolescents surveyed reported suicidal thoughts within 12 months.