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People and Society of Ghana
Demographics, health, education, religion, and languages of Ghana.
Demographic Profile
Ethnic composition, age structure, and growth.
- Nationality
- Ghanaian(s)
- Ethnic Groups
- Black African 98.5% (major tribes - Akan 44%, Moshi-Dagomba 16%, Ewe 13%, Ga 8%, Gurma 3%, Yoruba 1%), European and other 1.5%
- Population
- 33,475,870
- Population in Major Urban Areas
- ACCRA (capital) 2.573 million; Kumasi 2.019 million
In-Depth People and Society Profile
Health, education, religion, languages, notable people, and society — available to members.
Medical facilities in Ghana are limited, particularly outside Accra, the capital. Travelers should carry adequate supplies of any needed prescription medicines, along with copies of their prescriptions, the generic name of the drugs, and a supply of preferred over-the-counter medications. Documentation of Yellow fever vaccination is required upon arrival from all countries. Motor vehicle accidents, drownings, and water-related accidents due to Ghana's rough surf have been reported by U.S. citizens.
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