General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Accra |
| Country | Ghana |
| Currency | Ghanaian cedi |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 50.7% |
| Gdp | $66.3 billion |
| Size | 227,540 km² |
| Population | 31.7 million |
| Population density | 139 people/km² |
| Kids per female | 4.1 |
| City population | 56.2% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 26∘C |
| Summer | 30∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | English |
| Population able to read | 79.4% |
| Population with a college degree | 14.4% |
| Population able to speak english | 14.8% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 40 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 3.8/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Ghana Airways |
| Main airport | Kotoka International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.4 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $2 |
| Coffee | $1 |
| Beer | $1.5 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $200/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $150/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $4/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $40/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 25% |
| Vat | 12.5% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $2500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 20.96/MBits |
| Tld | .gh |
| Free wifi | 7/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 36.5% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 95% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type F, Type G |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Jumia |
| Supermarket | Shoprite |
| Pharmacy | Medi Moses |
| Drugstore | N/A |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | No |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 7/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 6/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 7/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Fufu and Light Soup | A staple Ghanaian dish made from pounded cassava and plantains, served with a spicy soup made with tomatoes, onions, and peppers | $5-7 |
| Banku and Tilapia | A popular street food made from fermented cornmeal dough, served with fried tilapia fish | $3-5 |
| Jollof Rice | A flavorful rice dish made with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and spices | $4-6 |
| Red Red | A hearty bean stew made with black-eyed peas, tomatoes, onions, and palm oil | $3-5 |
| Waakye | A rice and beans dish cooked with ginger, garlic, and onions, often served with stews or sauces | $3-5 |
| Kelewele | Fried plantains tossed in a spicy pepper sauce | $2-4 |
| Tuo Zaafi | A fermented cornmeal dough served with a variety of soups and stews | $4-6 |
| Eto | A mashed yam dish served with a variety of soups and stews | $3-5 |
| Kenkey | A fermented cornmeal dough wrapped in corn husks and steamed | $2-4 |
| Fante Kenkey | A special type of kenkey made with fermented cornmeal and fish | $3-5 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Wine | A fermented sap from the palm tree | 2-5 |
| Pito | A traditional beer made from sorghum or millet | 1-3 |
| Sobolo | A hibiscus tea drink | 1-2 |
| Bissap | A refreshing drink made from the dried flowers of the baobab tree | 1-2 |
| Ginger Beer | A non-alcoholic drink made from ginger, sugar, and water | 1-2 |
| Asana | A fermented corn drink | 1-2 |
| Alomo Bitters | A herbal liqueur | 2-5 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Adinkra Symbol Carving | A wooden carving with traditional Adinkra symbols | $10-$20 |
| Kente Cloth | A vibrant woven fabric with intricate patterns | $20-$50 per yard |
| Black Star Flag | A flag with a black star on a red, gold, and green background | $5-$10 |
| Cocoa Beans | Ghana is the second largest producer of cocoa in the world | $1-$2 per pound |
| Shea Butter | A natural moisturizer made from the nuts of the shea tree | $5-$10 per jar |
| Gold Jewelry | Ghana is known for its gold production | $50-$100 per piece |
| Leather Goods | Handcrafted leather bags, wallets, and shoes | $20-$50 |
| Drums | Traditional Ghanaian drums made from wood and animal skin | $50-$100 |
| Baskets | Handwoven baskets made from straw or raffia | $10-$20 |
| Art | Paintings, sculptures, and other works of art by local artists | $20-$100 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of a new year |
| Independence Day | March 6 | Celebrates Ghana’s independence from British rule in 1957 |
| Good Friday | March or April | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Monday | March or April | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Labor Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Republic Day | July 1 | Celebrates the establishment of Ghana as a republic in 1960 |
| Eid al-Fitr | May or June | Celebrates the end of the fasting month of Ramadan |
| Eid al-Adha | July or August | Celebrates the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son Ishmael |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | A public holiday the day after Christmas |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Daily Graphic |
| Online news | GhanaWeb |
| Tv | GTV |
| Radio | Peace FM |