Ghana
Capital: Accra
About
Ghana officially the Republic of Ghana, is a country in West Africa. It is situated with the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean to the south, and shares borders with Côte d'Ivoire to the west, Burkina Faso to the north, and Togo to the east. Ghana covers an area of 239,567 km2 (92,497 sq mi), spanning diverse ecologies, from coastal savannas to tropical rainforests. With over 35 million inhabitants, Ghana is ranked thirteenth-most populous country in Africa, and the second-most populous country in West Africa. The capital and largest city is Accra.
When things are closed
Upcoming public holidays in Ghana. On these dates, expect banks, post offices, and government services to close. Many shops and museums close or run shortened hours; transit typically still runs.
Founders Day
September 21, 2026
Monday
Farmers' Day
December 4, 2026
Friday
Christmas Day
December 25, 2026
Friday
Boxing Day
December 26, 2026
Saturday
New Year's Day
January 1, 2027
Friday
Constitution Day
January 7, 2027
Thursday
Cities (5)
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