Ghana

Ghana Quick Facts…

Official NameRepublic of Ghana
Common NameGhana – /ˈgɑ.nə/
NationalityGhanaian(s) – noun, Ghanaian – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1957 (from the United Kingdom)
Administrative Divisions16 regions
Total Population33.8 million (#44) with 59.2% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasAccra (capital city), Kumasi, Sekondi Takoradi
Major LanguagesEnglish (official, lingua franca), Asante, Ewe, Fante, Boron
Electricity Access86.3% of total population
Internet Access68% of total population
CurrencyCedis (GHC)
Real GDP (PPP)$178.5 billion – 2021 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$5,400 (#172) – 2021 estimate
Total Area238,533 sq km / 92,098 sq mi (#82) with 4.6% water area
Geographic RegionAfrica – Western Africa
Bordering CountriesBurkina Faso, Cote d’Ivoire, Togo
Bordering Water BodiesGulf of Guinea

National Anthem: “God Bless Our Homeland Ghana”