The Africa Society is proud to announce its collaboration with Discovery Communications for the production of the “Presidential Tour of Ghana.” This historic documentary, aired on Discovery’s Travel Channel on November 8 and was Hosted by highly acclaimed broadcast journalist and moderator, Forrest Sawyer.

This Tour is a part of the "Presidential Tours of Africa" series, which aims at strengthening education about Africa in the United States by showcasing its people, cultures, history, politics and natural and archeological wonders.

Ghana at a glance

Capital: Accra
Head of State: President
John Agyekum Kufuor
Total Area: 239,460 sq km (slightly smaller than Oregon)
Population: 20,244,154
Location: Western Africa
Languages: English (official), African languages (including Akan, Moshi-Dagomba, Ewe, Ga)
Currency: cedi (GHC)
Source: The World Factbook 2003

Major Attractions

Accra: Osu Castle, the famous Makola Market and the the Arts Center, the Independence Square

The Legendary Ashanti Kingdom: Donkor Nsuo (The Slave River) at Assin Manso, Manhyia Palace, Kumasi market, the famous Obuasi Gold Mine.

Golden Coast: Busua Beach Resort, Abokwa Island, Fort Appolonia

Natural wonders: Mole National Park, Kakum National Park, Gbelle Game Reserve, Lake Volta and the Volta Dam.