Ghana is a country in the West Africa. To the North-West it borders Burkina-Faso, to the East -Togo, on the West – Cote Devoir. The Southern part is washed by the Atlantic Ocean. The official language is English.

Rivers in Ghana

Ghana is drained by a large number of streams and rivers. In addition, there are a number of coastal lagoons, the huge man-made Lake Volta, and Lake Bosumtwi, southeast of Kumasi and which has no outlet to the sea. In the wetter south and southwest areas of Ghana, the river and stream pattern is denser, but in the area north of the Kwahu Plateau, the pattern is much more open, making access to water more difficult. Several streams and rivers also dry up or experience reduced flow during the dry seasons of the year, while flooding during the rainy seasons is common.
The major drainage divide runs from the southwest part of the Akwapim-Togo Ranges northwest through the Kwahu Plateau and then irregularly westward to the Côte d'Ivoire border. Almost all the rivers and streams north of this divide form part of the Volta system. Extending about 1,600 kilometers in length and draining an area of about 388,000 square kilometers, of which about 158,000 square kilometers lie within Ghana, the Volta and its tributaries, such as the Afram River and the Oti River, drain more than twothirds of the country. To the south of the divide are several smaller, independent rivers. The most important of these are the Pra River, the Tano River, the Ankobra River, the Birim River, and the Densu River. With the exception of smaller streams that dry up in the dry seasons or rivers that empty into inland lakes, all the major rivers in the country flow into the Gulf of Guinea directly or as tributaries to other major rivers. The Ankobra and Tano are navigable for considerable distances in their lower reaches

Climate in Ghana

The climate is equatorial with temperatures 23-27 °C. The main part of the fauna had been destroyed however there are saved forests with red trees, cotton trees. Savanna occupies the significant territory and is almost entirely covered with grass and rare trees. Among the animals there are leopards, hyenas, buffaloes, elephants, monkeys, reptiles and various snakes.

The population of the country counts more than 18 million people. Religion: Heathens 25%, Muslims 15%, Christians 60%. The capital city is Accra.

Culture in Ghana

Ghana is a country of 22 million people and with over more than 65 ethnic groups. There are over fifty two major languages and hundreds of dialects are spoken in Ghana. English is the official language for all Ghanaians. Rural Ghanaians generally live with their extended families. .Most Ghanaians supports themselves through farming. About 80 percent of Ghanaians work in agriculture. Many farmers produce only enough crops to feed their own family. They do not have adequate income to purchase medical, clothes or educational materials. Ghanaians value children and want to have as many children as possible. Primary and middle school education is compulsory for children in Ghana, but not free education and not every family can afford sending their children to school. Ghana's education system is considered one of the best in sub-Saharan Africa.

Living Condition in Ghana

It was once a British colony, the West African nation of Ghana gained it independence in 1957. The rainy season normally lasts from May to July, with a minor wet season in September and October. Ghana is rich in natural resources and ranks among the world’s leading producers of cocoa. Other industries include mining, timber and fishing. Hyenas, antelopes, and chimpanzees are among the types of wildlife found in Ghana. Parks provide protection for animals with dwindling populations.

Our Missionary Activities in Ghana

Akim Oda Branch, Eastern Region

Amasaman Branch, Greater Accra Region With your support, Feed The Needy Children is assisting Ghana Branch to build brighter futures filled with hope for their children.

Many activities are under way to help meet immediate needs and promote lasting changes that will assist communities and families toward self-reliance.

Our Missionary goals include:

• Building better Dormitory, Clinic and classroom facilities from kindergarten to12 grade, including vocational classes  in tailoring, carpentry, catering and bakery, so orphans can have a better place to stay and learn.
• Conducting immunization campaigns to protect children from typhoid, nimonia, TB, malaria, polio and other deadly  and debilitating diseases.
• Teaching mothers about hygiene, nutrition, and disease prevention to equip them to better care for their children.
• Drilling and constructing wells to provide families with safe, clean water.

Your commitment as a Feed The Needy Children donor and sponsor helps provide a child and aging adult in crisis with love, hope, and opportunities for a healthy, productive future.