A urologist and fertility specialist, Dr Yaw Amoah, has expressed concern over what he describes as a growing global decline in male fertility, warning that men are increasingly accounting for a larger share of infertility cases than previously recognised.
Speaking on Joy FM’s Home Affairs programme on Saturday, June 6, Dr Amoah challenged the longstanding perception that fertility difficulties are primarily a female issue, arguing that advances in medical research have revealed a different reality.
“Historically, we say that it’s women who give birth and we did a lot for women in resolving issues of fertility, only for us to realise that, in actual fact, men have more problems,” he said.
According to Dr Amoah, emerging evidence suggests that male-factor infertility is becoming increasingly prevalent worldwide, with men now contributing significantly to fertility challenges experienced by couples.
He noted that recent studies indicate a worrying decline in sperm quality across the globe, a trend he believes has serious implications for reproductive health and future population growth.
“In fact, worldwide, the quality of sperm is decreasing,” he stated.
The fertility specialist explained that a combination of modern lifestyle habits, environmental changes and rising stress levels may be contributing to the decline in male reproductive health.
He identified factors such as unhealthy lifestyles, rapid urbanisation and increasing psychological stress as some of the key issues researchers believe are influencing fertility outcomes in men.
According to Dr Amoah, these trends are being observed in both developed and developing countries, underscoring the need for greater public awareness and more attention to male reproductive health.
He emphasised that infertility should be viewed as a shared health concern affecting both men and women, rather than a problem that is predominantly associated with women.
The specialist urged greater investment in research, public education and preventive health measures to better understand the causes of declining fertility and help individuals make informed lifestyle choices that support reproductive health.
His comments add to growing international discussions about the impact of environmental, social and behavioural factors on fertility and the long-term implications for global reproductive trends.
