see how accra ghana is becoming the fastest developing city in africa accra is the economic
and administrative hub of the greater akro region as well as the anchor of the greater
akron metropolitan area gamma which has a population of around 4 million people and
is africa's 13th largest metropolitan area acro was designated a gamma-level global metropolis
by the globalization and world cities research network in 2020 indicating an increasing level
of global impact and connectedness it is home to important government and non-government
ministries insurance companies bank headquarters and large markets that import the vast majority
of the world's food supply acre has a land area of 225.67 square kilometers or 87.13
square miles and a population of 4.2 million people in 2020 it is divided into 12 local
government districts 11 municipal districts and the akra metropolitan district the only
district with city status in the capital acro was formed by the merger of various towns
centered on british fort james usher ford and danish fort christians borg as jamestown
ushertown and christiansborg respectively and served as the capital of the british gold
coast between 1877 and 1957.
the architecture of the capitol reflects its history from 19th century colonial architecture
to modern skyscrapers and residential towers in today's video we'll look at how acura is
quickly becoming africa's most developed city we will base this development on factors such
as economic growth infrastructure development industrial growth cost of living tourism and
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geography of accra because of its location in the dahomey gap where the gulf of guinea
and the atlantic ocean coast run parallel to the prevailing moist monsoonal winds accra
has a very marginal hot simiary climate that borders on a tropical wet and dry climate
in ghana the average annual rainfall is around 730 millimeters with the majority of it falling
during the two rainy seasons the primary rainy season lasts from april to mid-july with a
second weaker rainy season beginning in october rain often falls in short intense storms causing
local flooding and clogging drainage canals the temperature varies very little throughout
the year the average monthly temperature ranges from 25.9 degrees celsius in august to 29.6
degrees celsius in march with an annual average of 27.6 degrees celsius the humidity level
is higher in the colder months than in the warmer months as a result during the summer
months the city experiences a breezy dry heat particularly during the windy harmon season
which feels cooler than the cooler but more humid rainy season because acura is so close
to the equator daylight hours are nearly constant year-round the relative humidity is high ranging
from 65 percent during the day to 95 percent at night the main wind direction in accra
is from the wsw to the n and e the average wind speed ranges from 8 to 16 kilometers
per hour thunderstorms generate strong wind gusts that travel along the coast in squalls
accra has the highest recorded wind speed of 107.4 kilometers per hour or 58 knots economy
of accra in 2008 the world bank estimated that accra's economy accounted for only about
3 billion us dollar of ghana's total gdp the economically active population of accra is
expected to be 823 327 people accra's major industries include manufacturing marketing
banking insurance and transportation accra's economy is made up of primary secondary manufacturing
power gas water and construction and tertiary sectors supermarkets shopping malls hotel
restaurant transportation storage communication financial intermediation real estate service
public administration education health and other social services tertiary services which
employs approximately 531 670 people is the city's main industry the secondary industry
is the second largest employing 22.34 of the workforce or approximately 183 9344 people
unemployment in the city is estimated to be 12.2 percent of the workforce or 114 198 people
industrial growth ghana was the world's 7th largest gold producer in 2019 producing 140
tons ghana's output surpassed south africa's for the first time establishing ghana as africa's
leading gold producer in addition to gold ghana exports silver lumber diamonds bauxite
and manganese and it has numerous untapped mineral reserves in terms of diamond exports
and reserves goner ranks ninth in the world ghana's government has proposed nationalizing
the country's mining industry in order to increase government revenue because accra
is ghana's economic and administrative center all of the country's industrial successes
can be attributed to her as she plays a significant role in the development of the country's industries
infrastructural development ghana's economy has expanded steadily over the last two decades
with improvements in nearly every sector poverty has fallen to 24.3 percent a 4.2 percentage
point decrease from the previous figure despite these achievements the economy is still beset
by gaps in both economic and social infrastructure which has slowed the economy's rate of progress
despite this accura's infrastructure development is outpacing that of other major african cities
such as addis ababa and many others it is safe to say that ghana is currently carrying
out development projects in accra that will propel the country's economy to new heights
by 2030.
tourism in accra accra is a bustling modern metropolis where the streets smell delicious
foods and the ocean invites you to relax you'll find everything you need from a bustling local
cultural scene with traditional song and dance to sophisticated clubs with the newest live
music there are traditional crafts as well as cutting edge contemporary fashions the
dutch british and danish influences of the city blend with its west african heritage
to create an unforgettable experience visit the ghana national museum the akra arts center
and the kwame nkrumah memorial park and mausoleum for artisan crafts bojo beach and lambadi
beach are just two of the many beaches near accra that offer clear waters and activities
like horseback riding and surfing
cost of living in accra as in most countries the cost of living varies greatly depending
on location and lifestyle choices acra has the most expensive lodging some development
agencies provide a three thousand dollars monthly rent allowance which is insufficient
you can live for less if you're young healthy and don't need the western way of life if
you don't mind living without air conditioning or electricity for long periods of the day
in a neighborhood with some noise and dust and with no official security you can live
quite cheaply another option is to share housing dividing the rent of a three-bedroom apartment
in three equals approximately one thousand two hundred dollars per month per person regrettably
landlords now demand a one-year rent deposit and certain living expenses are absorbent
for example electricity recently increased by 75 percent and you may have to pay to have
water delivered to your home during the dry season cuisine and nightlife in accra accra
ghana has a lot to offer visitors but the nightlife scene is especially appealing to
partygoers the vibrant nightlife scene combines african and european cultures accra has something
for everyone whether you want a quiet lounge with an intimate atmosphere or a wild night
out on the town to name a few the zen garden inside carbon nightclub and champ sports bar
and grill are all located here genning cuisine has mastered the art of transforming everyday
ingredients into sublime delicacies that have become staples in the ghendian diet chefs
all over the world are praising their brilliant ghanaian brothers and sisters for upping their
culinary gain and serving up dishes that are as appealing as they are delectable
culture acura is known for its many historical and cultural sites the dubois center for example
contains a research library and a manuscript gallery as well as the graves of scholar wev
du bois and his wife shirley graham dubois the kwame nkrumah mausoleum is the final resting
place of ghana's first president kwame nkrumah who advocated pan-africanism and oversaw the
gold coast's independence from britain ghana's national symphony orchestra performs at accra's
national theater accra also has the national museum and the national theater both of which
feature eye-catching modern chinese architecture the usher and james ford's as well as osu
castle also known as christiansborg were built by danish settlers in the 17th century in
the jamestown area the ghana parliament house the ghana india kofi annan center of excellence
in ict black star square the akra sports stadium and the accra center for national culture
are all worth seeing the african fashion foundation based in accra provides assistance to the
african fashion industry particularly in ghana acra has an atlantic beachfront with the most
popular being lambadi beach as well as cocker bite beach which is 25 kilometers 16 miles
west of accra the academy of african music and arts is also near the beach it is important
to note that these historical sites play an important role in the growth of the nation
because tourists flock to the city to visit these sites ghana has taken it upon herself
in recent years to carSee How Accra, Ghana Is Becoming The Fastest Developing City In
Africa.
Accra is the economic and administrative center of the Greater Accra Region, as well as the
anchor of the Greater Accra Metropolitan Area (GAMA), which has a population of roughly
4 million people, making it Africa’s thirteenth-largest metropolitan area.
Accra was certified as a “Gamma” level global metropolis by the Globalization and
World Cities Research Network think tank in 2020, suggesting a growing level of worldwide
impact and connectednes.
It houses important government and non-governmental ministries, insurance companies, bank headquarters,
and large markets that import the majority of the food supply.
Accra has a land area of 225.67 km2 (87.13 sq mi) and a population of 4.2 million people
in 2020.
It is divided into 12 local government districts: 11 municipal districts and the Accra Metropolitan
District, which is the capital’s only district with city status.
Accra was formed through the amalgamation of different towns around British Fort James,
Dutch Fort Crêvecoeur (Usher Fort), and Danish Fort Christiansborg as Jamestown, Usshertown,
and Christiansborg, respectively, and served as the capital of the British Gold Coast between
1877 and 1957.
From 19th-century colonial architecture to modern skyscrapers and residential towers,
the capital’s architecture reflects its past.
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Geography of Accra.
Accra has a very marginal hot semi-arid climate that borders on a tropical wet and dry climate
due to its location in the Dahomey Gap, where the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean
coast runs parallel to the prevailing moist monsoonal winds.
The average annual rainfall in Ghana is around 730 mm, with the majority of it falling during
the two rainy seasons.
The main rainy season runs from April to mid-July, with a weaker second rainy season starting
in October.
Rain frequently occurs in brief, intense storms, causing local flooding and clogging drainage
canals.
Throughout the year, there is very little difference in temperature.
The average monthly temperature varies from 25.9 °C (78.6 °F) in August to 29.6 °C
(85.3 °F) in March, with an annual average of 27.6 °C (81.7 °F).
The “colder” months have a higher humidity level than the “warmer” months.
As a result, the city experiences a breezy “dry heat” during the summer months, notably
during the windy harmattan season, which feels cooler than the “cooler” but more humid
rainy season.
Because Accra lies so close to the equator, the daylight hours are nearly constant throughout
the year.
The relative humidity is high, ranging from 65 percent in the midday to 95 percent at
night.
Accra’s major wind direction is from the WSW to the NNE.
The average wind speed is between 8 and 16 km/h.
Thunderstorms produce strong wind gusts, which usually pass along the coast in squalls.
Accra has a greatest wind speed record of 107.4 km/h (58 knots).
Economy of Accra.
The World Bank estimated in 2008 that Accra’s economy only accounted for roughly US$3 billion
of Ghana’s total GDP (GDP).
Accra’s economically active population is expected to be 823,327 people.
Manufacturing, marketing, banking, insurance, and transportation are all major industries
in Accra.
The primary, secondary (manufacturing, power, gas, water, construction), and tertiary sectors
make up Accra’s economy (supermarkets, shopping malls, hotel, restaurant, transportation,
storage, communication, financial intermediation, real estate service, public administration,
education, health and other social services).
The city’s major industry is tertiary services, which employs roughly 531,670 people.
The secondary industry, which employs 22.34 percent of the workforce, or roughly 183,934
individuals, is the second largest.
Unemployment is estimated to be 12.2 percent of the city's workforce, or 114,198 persons.
Industrial Growth.
Ghana was the world’s seventh largest gold producer in 2019, with 140 tonnes produced
that year.
Ghana’s output surpassed South Africa’s for the first time, making Ghana Africa’s
top gold producer.
Ghana exports silver, lumber, diamonds, bauxite, and manganese in addition to gold, and has
countless additional untapped mineral reserves.
Ghana is ranked ninth in the world in terms of diamond exports and reserves.
Ghana’s government has devised plans to nationalize the country’s mining industry
in order to boost government revenue.
Since Accra is the economic and administrative center of Ghana, all these industrial successes
can be attributed to her since she has a great role to play in the growth of industries in
the country.
Infrastructural Development.
Ghana’s economy has grown steadily during the last two decades, with improvements in
almost every area.
Poverty levels have fallen to 24.3 percent, a 4.2 percentage point drop from the prior
figure.
Despite these accomplishments, the economy continues to be plagued by gaps in both economic
and social infrastructure, which has slowed the economy’s rate of advancement.
Not withstanding, the infrastructural development of Accra is growing so fast and surpassing
other big cities in Africa like Addis Ababa and many others.
It is safe to say that Ghana through the city of Accra is currently carrying out developmental
projects that will raise the country’s economy to great heights by 2030.
Tourism in Accra.
Accra is a bustling modern metropolis where the streets smell great foods and the ocean
beckons you to chill yourself.
From a bustling local cultural scene with everything from traditional song and dance
to sophisticated clubs with the newest live music, you’ll find all you need.
Traditional crafts as well as cutting-edge contemporary fashions can be found.
The city’s Dutch, British, and Danish influences mingle with its West African heritage to create
an unforgettable experience.
Visit the Ghana National Museum, the Accra Art Centre for artisan crafts, and the Kwame
Nkrumah Memorial Park and Mausoleum.
Bojo Beach and Labadi Beach are just two of the several beaches around Accra that provide
clear seas and sports such as horseback riding and surfing.
Cost of living in Accra.
The cost of living will vary greatly between places and lifestyle choices, as it does in
most countries.
The most expensive lodging is in Accra.
Some development agencies offer a monthly rent allowance of $3,000, which is insufficient.
If you’re young, healthy, and don’t require the Western way of life, you can live for
less.
You can live quite cheaply if you don’t mind living without air conditioning or electricity
for considerable portions of the day, in a neighborhood with some noise and dust, and
no official security.
Another option is to share housing with others; dividing the rent of a three-bedroom apartment
in three equals roughly $1,200 per month per person.
Unfortunately, landlords now require a one-year rent deposit.
And certain living costs are exorbitant — electricity recently increased by 75%, and you may have
to pay to have water delivered to your home during the dry season.
Cuisine And Nightlife in Accra.
Accra, Ghana, has a lot to offer visitors, but the nightlife scene is a real treat for
party animals.
The vibrant nightlife scene offers a fusion of African and European cultures.
Accra has something for everyone, whether you’re searching for a low-key lounge with
an intimate environment or a wild night out on the town.
The Zen Garden, Inside Carbon Nightclub, and Champs Sports Bar and Grill, to mention a
few, are all located here.
Ghanaian cuisine has mastered the skill of transforming ordinary materials into sublime
delicacies that have become permanent fixtures in the Ghanaian diet.
It’s no surprise that chefs all over the world are praising their brilliant Ghanaian
brothers and sisters for boosting their culinary game and serving up dishes that are as attractive
as they are delectable.
Culture.
Many historical and cultural sites characterize the city of Accra.
Places like; The Du Bois Centre features a research library and manuscript gallery, as
well as the graves of the scholar W.E.B.
Du Bois and his wife Shirley Graham Du Bois.
The Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum is the final resting place of Ghana’s first President, Kwame
Nkrumah, who was a strong proponent of Pan-Africanism and supervised the Gold Coast’s independence
from Britain.
Accra’s National Theatre is home to Ghana’s National Symphony Orchestra.
Accra is also home to the National Museum and the National Theatre, both of which feature
striking modern Chinese architecture.
The Jamestown area features the Ussher Fort and James Fort, as well as Osu Castle (also
known as Christiansborg), which was erected by Danish settlers in the 17th century.
The Jubilee House (the President of Ghana’s office), the Ghana Parliament House, the Ghana-India
Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence in ICT, the Black Star Square, the Accra Sports Stadium,
and the Accra Centre for National Culture are all worth seeing.
The African Fashion Foundation, situated in Accra, supports the African fashion industry,
particularly in Ghana.
Accra features an Atlantic beachfront, with Labadi Beach being the most popular, as well
as Kokrobite Beach, which is 25 kilometers (16 miles) west of Accra.
The Academy of African Music and Arts is also located on the seaside.
It is important to note that these historical sites play a great role in the growth of the
nation as tourists troop the city in order to visit these places.
Within the past years, Ghana has taken upon herself to carry out developmental projects
that will bring the nation to a great point of development just like other countries like
Nigeria & Kenya.
Since Accra is the country’s capital, it is only natural that these projects kick-off
from there.
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