Ghana
Republic of Ghana
"A West African nation known as the "Gold Coast," rich in cocoa production and cultural heritage."
Overview
Key information and facts
Government type
Presidential Republic
Capital City
Accra
Official Languages
English
Population
33.79M
Total Area
238.53K km²
Population Density
141.65 people per km²
Currency
Ghanaian cedi
Week Start
monday
Driving Side
right
Society
Key social and demographic indicators
Population+1.9%
Life Expectancy
Urban Population
Fertility Rate
Internet Users
Economy
Economic and financial indicators
GDP+2.9%
GDP per Capita
Inflation
Unemployment Rate
Gini Index
Frequently Asked Questions About Ghana
What is the capital of Ghana?
Ghana's capital city is Accra.
What is the population of Ghana?
As of 2023, the estimated population of Ghana is approximately 33.79M people. This makes it the 46th most populous country out of 193 states.
How large is Ghana?
Ghana spans a total area of approximately 238,533 square kilometers (92,098.07 square miles).
Which continent is Ghana in?
Ghana is located in Africa, specifically within the Western Africa subregion.
What is the GDP of Ghana?
According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Ghana is approximately $76.37B USD. This ranks Ghana as the 82nd largest economy out of 192 sovereign states worldwide.