Africa has a total of 54 countries. in five (5) sections :
Northern Africa
Western Africa
Central Africa
Eastern Africa
Southern Africa
Focus : Western Africa (Ghana)
Africa: ~30.37 million km²
West Africa: ~6.14 million km²
United States: ~9.83 million km²
Area in comparison to USA
Africa is about 3 times the size of the United States.
1.5 billion people.
Cocoa: One of the world’s largest producers, with countries like Ivory Coast and Ghana leading production.
Gold: Major gold reserves, especially in countries like Ghana and Mali.
Timber: Key exporter of high-quality hardwood, with Cameroon and Liberia being major suppliers
LOCATION OF GHANA FROM USA
Ahafo Region
Ashanti Region
Bono Region
Bono East Region
Central Region
Eastern Region
Greater Accra Region
North East Region
Northern Region
Oti Region
Savannah Region
Upper East Region
Upper West Region
Volta Region
Western Region
Western North Region
Number of districts in Ghana is 261.
There are over 100 distinct languages spoken in Ghana.
Major Languages:
Akan: The most widely spoken language, encompassing dialects such as Asante Twi, Akuapem Twi, and Fante.
Ewe: Predominant in the Volta Region, with dialects including Anlo, Tongu, and Gbi.
Dagbani: Spoken in the Northern Region, with dialects like Mamprusi and Nanumba.
National Language:
English: The official language of Ghana, used in government, education, and business.
Two main seasons:
Rainy/Wet season (April–October)
Dry season (November–March)