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Country Information

Capital
Kumasi
Population
9,052,426
Area
238,533 km²
Largest City
Kumasi
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Not Observed
ISO Code
GH / GHA
Time Zones
1 zone
Languages
English
Currency
Ghanaian Cedi (₵) - ₵100
Coordinates
Decimal:6.6885, -1.6244
DMS:6°41′19″N, 1°37′28″W
Elevation
Highest:885 m
Lowest:0 m
Average:443 m
International Dialing Code
+233

Time Zones

• Africa/Accra| GMT (UTC+0)

Geographic Extremes

Northernmost
Bawku
Southernmost
Takoradi
Easternmost
Aflao
Westernmost
Japekrom

About Ghana

Ghana was the first African nation to gain independence from colonial rule in 1957.
The country's name is derived from the ancient Ghana Empire, which was located to the north of modern-day Ghana.
Ghana is known for its rich cultural heritage, including vibrant festivals such as the Homowo and Panafest.
The country is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the historic slave trade forts and castles along the coast.
Gold has been a significant aspect of Ghana's economy, earning it the nickname 'Gold Coast' during colonial times.
The official language of Ghana is English, but many Ghanaians also speak indigenous languages such as Twi, Fante, and Ewe.
Ghana is renowned for its traditional music and dance, with forms like Highlife and Azonto gaining international popularity.
The country has a rich tradition of storytelling and oral history, often conveyed through proverbs and folktales.
Ghana is one of the largest cocoa producers in the world, playing a vital role in the global chocolate industry.
The Ashanti Region of Ghana is famous for its rich history and the Ashanti Kingdom, known for its golden regalia and elaborate rituals.
Religion plays a significant role in Ghanaian society, with a diverse mix of Christianity, Islam, and traditional African beliefs.
Lake Volta in Ghana is one of the largest artificial lakes in the world and is crucial for hydroelectric power generation.
The country celebrates Independence Day on March 6th each year, commemorating its freedom from British rule.
Ghana has a diverse geography, featuring coastal savannahs, tropical rainforests, and the Volta River, which is one of the longest rivers in Africa.

Cities in Ghana

Showing 10 cities (top 50 by population + business hubs). Click any city to view detailed time information.

Cities by Population

KumasiAccraTamaleTakoradiSekondiCape CoastAtsiamanAshaimanObuaseTemaKoforiduaJapekromTema New TownSunyaniHohoeJirapaKasoaWinnebaEjuraBerekumNunguaAflao

Cities in Ghana

Columns95 cities
City Name
Population
Area
City Center Elevation
Time Zone
UTC Offset
KumasiCAPITAL
2,544,530
1,272 km²
272 m
GMT
UTC+0
1,963,264
225.7 km²
29 m
GMT
UTC+0
464,316
232 km²
196 m
GMT
UTC+0
389,114
195 km²
12 m
GMT
UTC+0
285,506
143 km²
8 m
GMT
UTC+0
212,426
106 km²
20 m
GMT
UTC+0
202,932
101 km²
46 m
GMT
UTC+0
190,972
95 km²
24 m
GMT
UTC+0
179,604
90 km²
214 m
GMT
UTC+0
155,782
78 km²
27 m
GMT
UTC+0
151,255
76 km²
170 m
GMT
UTC+0
144,013
72 km²
16 m
GMT
UTC+0
138,872
69 km²
6 m
GMT
UTC+0
130,701
65 km²
170 m
GMT
UTC+0
119,467
60 km²
23 m
GMT
UTC+0
101,207
51 km²
86 m
GMT
UTC+0
100,851
50 km²
72 m
GMT
UTC+0
96,000
48 km²
270 m
GMT
UTC+0

Popular Cities in Ghana

KumasiAccraTamaleTakoradiSekondi
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