Despite having been projected to be the fastest growing economy in the world, Ghana has been fighting one of its worst economic crises and with women playing a large role in its informal economy, some experts argue that improving gender inequality can lead the way for economic and social recovery for the Sub-Saharan country. In this episode, we discuss Ghana’s economy and the role of women with Dr. Hellen Seshie-Nasser, professor in the Department of Economics at Johns Hopkins University.

Gender Gap in Ghana’s Economy

Episode Credits:

Editor: Leo Kamer

Hosts: Lauren Zou and Nicole Rivas

Music: Zee Yuen