Facts about Ghana

  1. Ghana is one of the world’s largest producers of cocoa beans, making it a key player in the global chocolate industry. If you love chocolate, chances are you’ve enjoyed a product made from Ghanaian cocoa.
  2. Celebrated on March 6th, Ghana’s Independence Day is marked with parades, cultural performances, and various festivities. It commemorates the country’s independence from British colonial rule in 1957.
  3. Accra’s Independence Square, also known as Black Star Square, is one of the largest city squares in the world. It hosts national events and celebrations, including Independence Day parades.
  4. Ghana is famous for its delicious jollof rice, a popular West African dish. There’s a friendly but fierce rivalry between Ghana and Nigeria over who makes the best jollof rice.
  5. Fufu is a beloved staple in Ghanaian cuisine. It is made from boiled and pounded cassava, yam, or plantain and is often served with soup or stew.
  6. Ghanaian street food is delicious and varied, with popular dishes like kelewele (spicy fried plantains), waakye (rice and beans), and chichinga (grilled meat skewers)

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