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Posted 08 Jan 2025

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John Mahama sworn in as Ghana's president for a third term.

Physical Features

  • Ghana, country of western Africa, situated on the coast of the Gulf of Guinea.
    • It was known as ‘Gold Coast’ before its independence in 1957. 
  • Land Boundary: Ivory Coast (West); Burkina Faso (North); Togo (East).
  • Marine Boundary: Gulf of Guinea (South).

Geographical Features

  • Climate: Tropical, with two main seasons – wet and dry.
  • Highest Peak: Mount Afadja (part of Akwapim-Togo Ranges).
  • Major Rivers: Volta River, Black Volta, White Volta, Pra, tano etc.
  • Natural Resources:  One of the world's largest producers of gold and cocoa.

 

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