This year, the Regional Institute for Population Studies (RIPS) celebrates 50 years of groundbreaking research and impactful influence on demographic studies across Africa. Founded with a vision to address pressing issues related to population, health, and development, RIPS has become a cornerstone in Africa’s academic and policy landscapes. The institute has worked tirelessly to provide data-driven insights that guide policy decisions, focusing on areas like urbanization, migration, health, and fertility trends across Ghana and the broader African continent.
At the anniversary launch event, notable alumni, students, and partners reflected on RIPS’s milestones, showcasing the institute’s progress from its foundational research in the 1970s to its role in shaping today’s population policy. Celebrating half a century of academic leadership, RIPS used the occasion to launch new initiatives aimed at expanding its research footprint across Africa. With ambitious goals, RIPS envisions a future where data and research can lead to improved lives and development outcomes for all Africans.