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
Calling Code
+233
Languages
- English— see all countries
Currency
- Ghanaian cedi (₵)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (3)
Countries bordering Ghana →
Ivory Coast
Togo
Burkina FasoCompare
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, Togo, Burkina Faso.