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Ghana, officially the Republic of Ghana, is a country in West Africa. It lies adjacent to the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean to the south, sharing a border with Ivory Coast in the west, Burkina Faso in the north, and Togo in the east. Ghana covers an area of 239,567 km2 (92,497 sq mi), spanning diverse biomes that range from coastal savannas to tropical rainforests. With nearly 35 million inhabitants, Ghana is the second-most populous country in West Africa. The capital and largest city is Accra; other significant cities include Kumasi, Tamale, and Sekondi-Takoradi.
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![]() Photographer James Barnor, who immortalizesed Ghana, honoured on 95th birthday Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:57Published | |
![]() Ghana risks losing millions of dollars worth of life saving TB medicine Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:44Published | |
![]() Ghana currency depreciation: tough time ahead for the population Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 02:08Published | |
![]() Edina Bakatue: A look at one of Ghana's most colourful festivals Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 02:06Published | |
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