Ghana - Country Details

Basic Information

Capital

Accra

Region

Africa / Western Africa

Population

35,040,829

Area

239,567 km²

Currencies

Ghanaian cedi (₵)

Languages

English

About country

Ghana is a country located in West Africa, bordering Côte d'Ivoire, Burkina Faso, and Togo. Its geography is diverse, ranging from coastal savannas to tropical rainforests, covering an area of 239,567 square kilometers. Historically, the area was home to the Bonoman kingdom in the south and the Kingdom of Dagbon in the north, later experiencing the rise of the Asante Empire. European powers, particularly the Portuguese and British, contested the region for trade, with the British ultimately establishing colonial control in the 19th century. Today, Ghana is a significant producer of gold and cocoa, contributing to its economic development.