Report on a mission to Ghana (1-4 September 1986)

Abstract

This report details a mission conducted by R. J. Pember, the ILO/ECA Regional Adviser in Household Surveys, to Ghana from September 1-4, 1986. The mission aimed to collaborate with the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) and Dr. D. de Tray from the World Bank to determine the scope and content of proposed household surveys in Ghana. The discussions led to the preparation of a joint report summarizing the conclusions reached during the mission. The report highlights the need for a series of household surveys to monitor socio-economic indicators and the effects of the Economic Recovery Programme on households in Ghana. It outlines the proposed Ghana Household Survey Programme, which combines elements from the World Bank and National Household Survey Capability Programme (NHSCP). The report also discusses the technical assistance required, the expected timeline for implementation, and preliminary cost estimates for the surveys. The mission emphasized the importance of inter-agency cooperation and the need for a robust data collection framework to support policy-making in Ghana.