Ghana — Country Facts & Profile
Western Africa, Africa
Accra is the capital of Ghana, a country in Africa with 33,742,380 inhabitants across 238,533 km². The national currency is the Ghanaian cedi (₵ GHS). The official language is English. It ranks #46 in the world by population.
Essential Facts
Economic Data
Ghana has a GDP per capita of $2,391, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Climate & Cost
Key indicators for visiting or living in Ghana.
Land & Location
Ghana is located in Western Africa at coordinates 8.00°N, 2.00°W. It shares borders with 3 countries. Total land area: 238,533 km² (92,098 mi²). Population density: 141 people per km². The highest point is Mount Afadja at 2,904 m.
Infrastructure Highlights
Notable infrastructure highlights in Ghana, including Baba Yara Stadium with a capacity of 40,000 seats.
40,000 seats
74 beds
Parks & Wildlife
Ghana has 3 zoos and 1 botanical garden.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Cities Across Ghana
Regional Breakdown
Greater Accra
19 cities · 3,545,257 people
Largest: Accra
Ashanti
14 cities · 3,163,909 people
Largest: Kumasi
Western
9 cities · 988,215 people
Largest: Takoradi
Central
14 cities · 823,760 people
Largest: Cape Coast
Northern
5 cities · 612,560 people
Largest: Tamale
Eastern
16 cities · 595,565 people
Largest: Koforidua
Volta
8 cities · 432,670 people
Largest: Ho
Bono
7 cities · 403,202 people
Largest: Japekrom
Bono East
5 cities · 236,138 people
Largest: Techiman
Upper East
3 cities · 183,887 people
Largest: Bolgatanga
Upper West
2 cities · 169,386 people
Largest: Jirapa
Ahafo
4 cities · 92,009 people
Largest: Mim
Savannah
2 cities · 49,016 people
Largest: Salaga
Western North
1 cities · 36,487 people
Largest: Bibiani
Oti
2 cities · 33,445 people
Largest: Dambai
North East
1 cities · 17,440 people
Largest: Nalerigu
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghana
- What is the capital of Ghana?
- The capital of Ghana is Accra.
- What is the population of Ghana?
- Ghana has a population of approximately 33,742,380 people.
- What continent is Ghana in?
- Ghana is located in Africa, in the Western Africa subregion.
- Where is Ghana located?
- Ghana is located in Western Africa, Africa, at coordinates 8.0°N, 2.0°W.
- What currency does Ghana use?
- Ghana uses the Ghanaian cedi (₵ GHS).
- What is the capital and currency of Ghana?
- The capital of Ghana is Accra and the currency is the Ghanaian cedi (GHS).
- What language is spoken in Ghana?
- The official language of Ghana is English.
- What is the area of Ghana?
- Ghana covers a total area of 238,533 km² (92,098 square miles).
- How large is Ghana in square miles?
- Ghana has a total area of approximately 92,098 square miles (238,533 km²).
- What is the population density of Ghana?
- Ghana has a population density of approximately 141 people per km².
- Is Ghana an independent country?
- Yes, Ghana is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Ghana border?
- Ghana shares land borders with 3 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Ghana?
- The GDP per capita of Ghana is approximately $2,391.
- What countries border Ghana?
- Ghana shares land borders with: Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Togo.
- What is the country calling code for Ghana?
- The international calling code for Ghana is +233. To call Ghana from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +233 and the local number.
- What time zone is Ghana in?
- Ghana operates on the UTC time zone.
- What is the highest point in Ghana?
- The highest point in Ghana is Mount Afadja at 2,904 m (9,528 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Ghana?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Ghana is approximately $2,310 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Ghana?
- The average internet speed in Ghana is 35 Mbps, which is considered moderate by global standards.