Ghana population (live estimate)
Real-time estimate based on UN demographic growth models.
Annual growth: 1.813%.
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Key demographic indicators.
This map shows first-level administrative regions (ADM1).
Key Facts
- Capital: Accra
- Official language: English
- Region: Western Africa
- Continent: Africa
Languages
A brief overview of the linguistic situation in the country.
Ghana has over 80 languages, primarily from the Niger-Congo family. Akan (including Twi and Fante) is the most widely spoken Indigenous language. English is the official language and used in administration, media, and education. Other significant languages include Ewe, Dagbani, Ga, Nzema, and Gonja.
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A brief overview of the religious composition of the country.
Ghana’s population is increasingly urban, with major centers in Accra, Kumasi, and Tamale. Linguistic patterns vary by region, with Akan dominating the south and Dagbani and other Gur languages prevalent in the north. Interregional mobility promotes multilingualism.
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A brief overview of the major cities and urban structure of the country.
The cities shown here represent major urban centres with populations over 50,000, as defined by the UN Degree of Urbanisation (DEGURBA) methodology. Smaller towns and rural settlements are not included.
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