EXECUTIVE SUMMARY REPORT: GSMC GHANA REPORT

Background and Rationale

Ghana has made notable progress in improving access to modern
contraceptives, with prevalence reaching approximately 32%
and near-universal awareness among both men and women.
Despite these gains, male involvement in family planning remains
persistently low, resulting in a disproportionate burden on women.
Current data indicate that decisions regarding pregnancy are
predominantly made by women (41.7%) or jointly (42.4%), with
limited instances where men take primary responsibility (Ghana
Statistical Service & ICF, 2024; Lahole et al., 2024).
A key contributor to this imbalance is the limited range of
contraceptive options available to men, which are largely restricted
to condoms, withdrawal, and vasectomy. These methods are often
associated with dissatisfaction, misconceptions, or stigma. Emerging
male contraceptive technologies present an opportunity to expand
options and enhance shared responsibility in reproductive health.
Executive Summary Report