When you are traveling around the world with your kids, don’t forget to make Ghana a priority.
Ghana in West Africa is very beautiful with a very rich cultural heritage and fascinating history.
Before you visit Ghana with your kids there are some interesting facts about Ghana that your kids should know and they will love to learn about.
22 Facts About Ghana For Kids
Here are some basic facts about Ghana that your kids should know.
Location Of Ghana
Ghana is found in Africa, specifically West Africa.
Ghana’s Colonial Master
Ghana was colonized by the British so the British is Ghana’s colonial Master.
Ghana’s Independence
Ghana gained Independence from the British on 6th March 1957.
The First President Of Ghana
The first president of Ghana was Dr. Kwame Nkrumah who led the fight for independence.
Ghana’s Capital City
Accra is the capital city of Ghana. It is a very bustling city with a vibrant nightlife.
Population Of Ghana
Ghana’s population is over 31 million people.
Ghana’s Cultural City
The cultural city of Ghana is Kumasi which was branded the Garden City by the late Queen Elizabeth II
Ghana’s Language
Ghana is a multilingual country with over 80 languages. Twi is the most spoken local language in Ghana.
Ghana’s current President
The current president of Ghana is His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo Addo. He took the seat of president in 2016.
Religion Of Ghana
Ghana is a religious country with Christianity dominating. Another widely spread religion is Islam
Currency of Ghana
The official currency of Ghana is the Ghanaian cedi. GHS 1 is equivalent to 100 pesewas.
Ghana’s National Day
The national day of Ghana is 6th March which is the Independence Day of Ghana.
Meaning Of Ghana
The name Ghana means the “ Warrior King” which is from the Soninke language.
Countries That Share Border With Ghana
Ghana is bordered by ivory coast to the west, Togo to the East, and Burkina Faso to the north.
Ghana’s Official Language
The Official language of Ghana is English. Ghanaians write and spoken British English since they were colonized by the British.
Ghana’s National Symbol
The national symbol of Ghana is the black star and it represents the unity and symbol of Ghana.
Ghana’s Traditional Meals
Ghana is well known for its delicious cuisines such as fufu, banku, and several others.
The One Who Design The Ghana National Flag
Theodosia Salomey Okoh designs the Ghana National Flag which has 3 horizontal stripes in red, gold, and green with a black star in the middle.
Ghana’s Wildlife Reserves
Ghana has several wildlife reserves such as the Kakum national park, and the Mole National Park.
Ghana’s Man-Made Lake
The Lake Volta in Ghana is the largest man-made lake in the world that covers an area of 8,502 square kilometers.
Ghana’s Hospitality
The people of Ghana are very friendly and welcoming. If you are visiting Ghana, you are advised to greet with a smile and respect.
Ghana’s culture
Ghana has a rich cultural heritage such as the festivals like Homowo, Hogbetsotso, Dambai festivals, and several other festivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ghana is the first African country to gain independence from colonialism.
Summary
Ghana is a very nice and fascinating country that everyone loves to visit. The country has a very rich cultural heritage and history.
Its beauty ranges from wildlife and landscape and vibrant traditional music and dance. There are several nice and interesting stuff to learn about Ghana.
Kids need to know these facts stated in the article before visiting Ghana. You can’t miss to visit this beautiful country. We covered 22 interesting facts about Ghana for kids.
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