Prof. Delali Badasu

Professor Delali Margaret Badasu is an Associate Professor at the Regional Institute for Population Studies (RIPS) at the University of Ghana. She holds a Ph.D. in Geography and Resource Development, an M.A. in Population Studies, and a B.A. in Economics/Geography from the University of Ghana, as well as an M.A. in Geography from the University of Alberta, Canada. Her academic expertise encompasses demography, geography, and medical geography, with a strong focus on population dynamics, health, and development.

Professor Badasu’s research centers on the socio-cultural dimensions of health, utilizing qualitative research methods to understand how cultural and social factors shape health outcomes and access to healthcare. Her significant research contributions include work on Ghana’s health policy and tertiary healthcare for children. She recently concluded a comprehensive study on the care of children with chronic diseases at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, further demonstrating her commitment to improving healthcare for vulnerable populations.

Her publications appear in respected journals, including the African Studies Research Review, Bulletin of the Ghana Geographical Association, Health Transition Review, and African Population Studies. She is an active member of the Union for African Population Studies and the International Union for the Scientific Study of Population (IUSSP).

Professor Badasu previously served as the Director of the Centre for Migration Studies (CMS) at the University of Ghana, making impactful contributions to migration research and policy. Her career exemplifies dedication to advancing the fields of population health and geography, particularly within the African context.