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The People
Ghana's population is concentrated along the coast and in the principal cities of Accra
and Kumasi. Most Ghanaians descended from migrating tribes that probably came down the Volta River valley at the beginning
of the 13th century. Ethnically, Ghana is divided into small groups speaking more than 40 languages and dialects. The ethnic
groups include Akans, which include the Fantis along the coast and the Ashantis in the forest region north of the coast; the
Guans, on the plains of the Volta River; the Ga- and Ewe-speaking peoples of the south and southeast; and the Moshi-Dagomba-speaking
tribes of the northern and upper regions. English is the national language.
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Nationality: Noun and adjective--Ghanaian(s).
Population (2005 est.): 22 million.
Density: 88/sq.
km. (228/sq. mi.).
Annual growth rate (2004 est.): 2.7%.
Ethnic groups: Akan, Ewe, Ga, Moshi-Dagomba.
Religions:
Christian 60%, Muslim 16%, traditional and indigenous beliefs 8%.
Languages: English (official), Akan (which includes
Asante Twi, Akwapim Twi, Akyem, and Fanti) 45%, Mole-Dagbani 14%, Ewe 13%, Ga-Adangbe 6%, Guan 4%, others 9%.
Education:
Years compulsory--9. Literacy--72.6%.
Work force (11.1 million): Agriculture and fishing--47.9%; industry and transport--16.2%;
sales and clerical--19.3%; services--5.9%; professional--8.9%; other--1.8%.
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HEALTH AND VACCINATION INFORMATION
YELLOW FEVER VACCINATION
International Certificate of Vaccination
for Yellow Fever is required upon arrival from ALL COUNTRIES if the traveler is more than 1 year of age.
MALARIA
Malaria
exists throughout the year in all areas including urban areas. Resistance to Chloroquine is confirmed.
CHOLERA
Cholera
is reported in areas of the country
For all health requirements and recommendations travelers should check with a
local Department of Health clinic or U.S Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC).
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