Ghana

About Ghana

Capital

Accra

Continent

Independence Date

6 March 1957

Official Language	English
Second Language	Twi, Ga, Ewe, Hausa
Population	~34 million
Passport Color	Red
Passport Rank	#77
Dialing Code	233
Country TLD	.gh

Ghana Overview

Ghana, officially the Republic of Ghana, is a country located along the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean in West Africa. It shares borders with Côte d’Ivoire to the west, Burkina Faso to the north, Togo to the east, and the Atlantic Ocean to the south. The capital and largest city is Accra.

Ghana is one of Africa’s most stable democracies and a major regional hub for trade, education, and culture. The country is known for its gold, cocoa, and oil production, as well as its historical significance as the first sub-Saharan African nation to gain independence in 1957. Ghana is also home to diverse ethnic groups and rich cultural heritage, from the Ashanti Kingdom to coastal forts and castles that mark the transatlantic slave trade era.

The official language is English, and the currency is the Ghanaian Cedi (GHS). Ghana offers a tropical climate, beautiful coastlines, national parks, and welcoming people—making it one of Africa’s most attractive destinations for both tourism and investment.

Quick Facts About Ghana

Coordinates	7.9465° N, 1.0232° W
Bordering Countries	Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Togo, Atlantic Ocean
Region / Continent	Africa (West Africa)
Total Area	~238,533 sq km
Population Density	~140 people per sq km
Highest Point	Mount Afadja (Afadjato) – 885 m
Major Rivers	Volta River, Pra, Ankobra
Climate Type	Tropical; wet and dry seasons
Famous For	Gold, cocoa, kente cloth, hospitality, independence
Major Landmarks	Cape Coast Castle, Kakum National Park, Lake Volta, Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum
Official Language	English
Currency	Ghanaian Cedi (GHS)
Government Type	Unitary Presidential Constitutional Democracy
Time Zone	UTC+0 (GMT)
Major Exports	Gold, cocoa, crude oil, timber, bauxite
Visitor Entry	Visa required for most nationalities; e-Visa available