Culture Corner (Ghana) · BISM Culture Corner

Ghana, officially the Republic of Ghana, is a country in West Africa. It is situated with the Gulf of Guinea and the Atlantic Ocean to the south, and shares borders with Côte d’Ivoire to the west, Burkina Faso to the north, and Togo to the east. Ghana covers an area of 239,567 km2 (92,497 sq mi), spanning diverse ecologies, from coastal savannas to tropical rainforests. With nearly 35 million inhabitants, Ghana is the second-most populous country in West Africa. Food – Jollof Rice A vibrant one-pot dish made with rice, tomatoes, onions, and spices. Ghanaian Jollof is loved for its rich, smoky flavor and is often served with fried plantains, chicken, or fish.