Ghana Planetarium, Planetarium in Cantonments, Accra, Ghana.

Ghana Planetarium is an astronomy education facility in Accra equipped with modern projection systems. It presents numerous shows throughout the year that explain stars, planets, and space phenomena to visitors.

It was founded in 2009 by Dr. Jacob and Jane Ashong who invested their personal savings into the project. This marked the beginning of astronomy education in West Africa in a dedicated space.

The planetarium was founded by Dr. Jacob and Jane Ashong, who built it from their pension, and it opened on 22 January 2009. The British High Commissioner, Nicholas Westcott, officiated, with the French Ambassador and the Chief of Nungua among the guests. After closing in February 2023 over a change in land ownership, staff announced plans for a travelling planetarium.

The planetarium stood behind the Ghana Police Headquarters in Cantonments, Accra, and was open throughout the year. In February 2023 it closed to the public after a change in land ownership, and staff announced they were looking for a new site while planning a travelling planetarium. Check its current status before travelling there.

It was the first astronomy education facility of its kind in West Africa. The facility offers specialized clubs in robotics and electronics for children starting from age seven.