[an error occurred while processing this directive] [an error occurred while processing this directive]

BBC HomeExplore the BBC
This page has been archived and is no longer updated. Find out more about page archiving.

3 October 2014
Accessibility help
Text only

BBC Homepage
ยป

Contact Us

Like this page?
Send it to a friend!

Ghana flag
Country Facts: Ghana
Kenya | South Africa | Ghana

  • Population: 21.8 million (UN, 2005)

  • Capital: Accra

  • Area: 238,533 sq km (92,098 sq miles)

  • Major languages: English, African languages including Akan, Ewe

  • Major religions: Christianity, indigenous beliefs, Islam

  • Life expectancy: 56 years (men), 59 years (women) (UN)

  • Monetary unit: Cedi

  • Main exports: Gold, cocoa, timber, tuna, bauxite, aluminium, manganese ore, diamonds

  • GNI per capita: US $320 (World Bank, 2003)

  • Internet domain: .gh

  • International dialling code: +233


  • About the BBC | Help | Terms of Use | Privacy & Cookies Policy