Ghana (officially Republic of Ghana) is an independent country located in Western Africa, Africa. With a population of 33,742,380 people, it ranks #46 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 238,533 km² (#83 globally), with a population density of 141 people per km². The capital city is Accra. The official language is English.
Key Facts
Population
33,742,380
#46 world ranking
Area
238,533 km²
#83 world ranking
Population Density
141/km²
Capital
Accra
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC
Continent
Africa
Bordering Countries
3
neighboring countries
Languages
- English— see all countries
Currency
- Ghanaian cedi (₵)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (3)
Ivory Coast
Burkina Faso
TogoCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Ghana?
The capital of Ghana is Accra.
What is the population of Ghana?
Ghana has a population of 33,742,380 people, ranking #46 in the world by population.
How big is Ghana?
Ghana covers an area of 238,533 km², ranking #83 in the world by area. The population density is 141 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Ghana?
The official languages of Ghana are: English.
What is the currency of Ghana?
The currency of Ghana is Ghanaian cedi (₵).
What countries border Ghana?
Ghana shares borders with 3 countries: Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Togo.