Why in News? 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a two-day visit to Ghana from July 2, marking the first visit by an Indian PM in over 30 years. The visit aims to boost trade, development cooperation, capacity building, and cultural exchange between India and Ghana.

About Ghana 

Location & Boundaries 

• Located in West Africa, along the Gulf of Guinea. 
• Land Borders,
  
  • Ivory Coast (West) 
  • Burkina Faso (North) 
  • Togo (East)
    
• Marine Boundary: Gulf of Guinea (South).

Map of Ghana 

Geography & Climate 

• Climate: Tropical, with wet and dry seasons. 
• Highest Peak: Mount Afadja (in Akwapim-Togo Ranges). 
• Major Rivers: Volta River, Black Volta, White Volta, Pra, Tano. 

Capital: Accra. 

Currency: Cedi. 

Natural Resources 

• Major global producer of gold and cocoa. 
• Rich in bauxite, manganese, oil and timber. 

Historical Highlights 

• Formerly known as the Gold Coast due to rich gold reserves. 
• Became the first sub-Saharan African country to gain independence from colonial rule in 1957 (from Britain).