Western Region, Administrative region in southwestern Ghana
The Western Region spans 14,447 square kilometers along the Gulf of Guinea, featuring a 192-kilometer coastline with numerous sandy beaches and fishing communities.
The region contains multiple European colonial structures, including Fort Antonio at Axim and Fort Fredericksburg at Princes Town, dating from the early trading period.
The population of over 2 million inhabitants includes speakers of Akan, Nzema, and Ahanta languages, with traditional chiefs maintaining significant social influence.
The discovery of oil at Cape Three Points has transformed the region into an energy hub, with Sekondi-Takoradi port serving as a major export facility.
The settlement of Nzulezu rests entirely on wooden stilts above Lake Tadane, constructed by migrants from Mali over five centuries ago.
Location: Ghana
Capital city: Sekondi-Takoradi
Shares border with: Western North Region, Central Region
GPS coordinates: 5.50000,-2.50000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:55
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Ahanta West Municipal District
Bibiani/Anhwiaso/Bekwai Municipal Assembly
Ellembelle District
Jomoro Municipal District
Mpohor District
Nzema East Municipal District
Prestea-Huni Valley Municipal District
Sekondi Takoradi Metropolitan District
Shama District
Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipal District
Wassa Amenfi East Municipal District
Amenfi West Municipal District
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