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.