The Components of Urban Population Growth in Ghana and Sierra Leone

This study derives estimates of the components of urban growth for Ghana and Sierra Leone for the intercensal periods 1960s and 1970s. Both countries have experienced rapid rates of growth of their urban populations. The results done on the estimates indicate that for Ghana natural increase was the major component while for Sierra Leone it was mainly net migration. In light of this conclusion measures relating to both natural increase and rural-to-urban migration ought to be considered in any comprehensive policy aimed at solution of the problem of urban growth in both countries. (EXCERPT)