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- In 1957, Ghana, the
former British colony of the Gold Coast, became the first country in colonial Africa to gain its independence.
- Considered a major player in promoting peace in the West African sub-region,
as witnessed by it's involvement in regional peacekeeping forces and diplomacy.
- Ethinic groups of Ghana: Akan, which include the Ashanti and Fanti (44
percent); Moshi-Dagomba (16 percent); Ewe (13); Ga (8 percent); as wll as many smaller distinct ethnic populations wth
seperate languages and traditions.
- Languages: English (official), Akan 49%, Mole-Dagbani 16%, Ewe 13%, Ga-Adangbe
8%, Guan 4%, others 10%.
- Current population just under 20 million
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| 10 Ghana Regions |
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