Region Central Region Local time Tuesday 11:45 AM | Time zone GMT Population 55,331 (2013) | |
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Weather 32°C, Wind SW at 13 km/h, 60% Humidity University University of Education, Winneba | ||
Winneba swimming beach central region ghana
Winneba, is a town and the capital of Effutu Municipal District in Central Region of South Ghana. Winneba has a population of 55,331. Winneba, traditionally known as Simpa, is a historic fishing port in south Ghana, lying on the south coast, 140 kilometres (90 mi) east of Cape Coast. The current member of parliament is Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin.
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- Winneba swimming beach central region ghana
- Map of Winneba Ghana
- History
- Industry and culture
- Sister cities
- Personalities
- References
Map of Winneba, Ghana
History
From pre-colonial times through the establishment of the British colony the Gold Coast, (Effutu) Winneba served as a port town between Europe and the-then . Fort Winneba was built here.
Industry and culture
The main industries of Winneba are fishing and services. It is known for the Aboakyer deer-hunting festival in Winneba and its New Year fancy dress carnival/mascarading festival. The town has a rich musical tradition and currently boasts of several renowned musical groups in the country, including the Winneba Youth Choir, the Osimpam Ompeh group,and the Akoo show Choir. The University of Education, Winneba is one of the educational institutions in Ghana.
Sister cities
List of sister cities of Winneba, designated by Sister Cities International: