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The Prime Minister will undertake a significant multi-nation tour from July 2 to July 9, visiting Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia to strengthen India’s bilateral ties and global partnerships.
About Ghana
- Location: It is located in West Africa and is sandwiched between Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) and Togo.
- Bordering Countries: The country shares its borders with three countries: Côte d'Ivoire to the west, Burkina Faso to the north, and Togo to the east.
- It is situated on the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean in the subregion of West Africa.
- Mountains: Mount Afadjato , Mount Djebobo, Mount Torogbani , all situated east of the Volta River near the Togo border.
- In Ghana Kwahu Plateau and Gambaga Scarp form major uplands and escarpments.
- Lakes: Lake Volta which is created by the Akosombo Dam and considered as one of the largest artificial lakes globally
- Drainage System: The drainage system is dominated by the Volta River basin, which includes Lake Volta and the Black Volta, White Volta, and Oti rivers.
- Economy: Gold, cocoa and more recently oil form the cornerstone of Ghana's economy and have helped fuel an economic boom.
- Capital: Accra.
Source: DDNews
Ghana FAQs
Q1: What is Ghana mostly known for?
Ans: Ghana is one of the leading exporters of cocoa in the world.
Q2: Why is Ghana called the center of the world?
Ans: Ghana is pretty much at the centre of the world, being both close to the equator and on the Greenwich Meridian, which represents 0° longitude.
