GHANA FACTS

Population: 19.5 million

Capital: Accra

Major languages: English, indigenous African languages

Major religions: Christianity, indigenous beliefs, Islam

Life expectancy: 56 years (men), 59 years (women)

Monetary unit: Cedi

Main exports: Gold, cocoa, timber, tuna,
bauxite, aluminium, manganese ore, diamonds

Average annual income: US $350