Discover Ghana
Basic facts about GHANA
1. Location: Ghana is located on the west coast of Africa, bordered by Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Togo, and the Gulf of Guinea.
2. Capital: The capital city of Ghana is Accra.
3. Independence: Ghana gained independence from British colonial rule on March 6, 1957.
4. Language: English is the official language.
5. Currency: The official currency is the Ghanaian Cedi (GHS).
6. Population: With over 31 million people, Ghana is one of the most populous countries in West Africa.
7. Religion: Ghana has a religiously diverse population, with Christianity, Islam, and traditional African religions being practiced.
8. Economy: The economy is based on agriculture, mining (especially gold), and services.
9. Natural Resources: Ghana is a major producer of gold, cocoa, bauxite, and manganese.
10. Culture: Ghana has a rich cultural heritage with various ethnic groups, traditional music, dance, and festivals.
