Ethnic Groups in Ghana

Ethnic Groups in Ghana

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In 1960 roughly 100 linguistic and cultural groups were recorded in Ghana. Although later censuses placed less emphasis on the ethnic and cultural composition of the population, differences of course existed and had not disappeared by the mid-1990s.

The major ethnic groups in Ghana include the Akan, Ewe, Mole-Dagbane, Guan, and Ga-Adangbe.

Ashanti Tribe

The Ashanti tribe of the Akan ethnic group are the largest tribe in Ghana and one of the
few matrilineal societies in West Africa. Once renown for the splendor and wealth of

their Ashanti rulers, the - Read Here More About All Groups and Tribes of Ghana (ghana-net.com Ghana Home Page)

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