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AFCI Ghana

 

AFCI Ghana is part of the Africa & Middle East Region.

The ministry of AFCI Ghana focuses on:

Nation Overview

Formerly called the Gold Coast, Ghana gained independence in 1957 and became a republic on July 1, 1960. English is the official language of this west African nation, but there are several local dialects. Its people are known for hospitality and friendliness. One of Ghana’s cities, Tema (harbor city) is the last point of human habitation on the south Greenwich Meridian (longitude zero). Most Ghanaians claim Christianity, although there are many who practice Islam and traditional African religions. The climate is tropical. Major exports include cocoa, gold, diamonds, manganese, and bauxite.