Greater Accra Region has emerged as the area with the lowest rate of exclusive breastfeeding in Ghana, recording just 43 percent, according to the Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service (GHS).
A Public Health Nurse at the directorate, Charity Sikanku, disclosed the figures during the launch of activities to mark Breastfeeding month.
According to adomonline.com report on August 4, 2025, she blamed the low rate on the demanding work schedules of mothers in the capital city, which make it difficult for them to commit to breastfeeding.
In a stark contrast, the Savannah Region emerged as the area with the highest rate of 78 percent exclusive breastfeeding.
