The Central Region is one of the sixteen administrative regions of Ghana . Ashanti and Eastern regions border it to the north, Western region to the west, Greater Accra region to the east, and the Gulf of Guinea to the south. The Central Region is renowned for its many elite high schools and an economy based on an abundance of industrial minerals and tourism . The Central region boasts of many tourist attractions, such as castles, forts and beaches dotted along the region's coastline.
7-578: Mankessim is a town in the Central Region of Ghana , West Africa . It is approximately 75 km west of Accra , on the main road to Sekondi-Takoradi . It is the traditional headquarters of the Fante ethnic group of Ghana. Mankessim's history is linked to three famed warriors: Obrumankoma, Odapagyan and Oson, who helped the Fante people migrate from Techiman in the current Bono Region to Adoagyir in
14-484: A variety of sauces, stews, and soups. Seafood is commonly eaten across the Central Region. The political administration of the region is through the local government system. Under this administration system, the region is divided into 22 MMDA's (made up of 1 Metropolitan, 7 Municipal and 14 District Assemblies). Each District, Municipal or Metropolitan Assembly, is administered by a Chief Executive, representing
21-489: Is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Central Region (Ghana) The Central Region is a hub of education, with some of the best schools in the country. The region's economy is dominated by services, followed by mining and fishing . Cape Coast Castle and Elmina Castle are prominent UNESCO World Heritage Sites and serve as a reminder of the Trans-Atlantic slave trade . The Central Region
28-453: Is a major center for tourism within Ghana and it has beaches and national parks ( Kakum National Park ). U.S. President Barack Obama made his first international trip to the city of Cape Coast in 2009. The Central Region is well known for its varied choices in cuisine. Etsew and Fantefante (fresh fish palm oil stew) is the main dish enjoyed. Kenkey and Fufu are both eaten with
35-541: The Central Region. The town is located at an elevation of 75 meters above sea level and its population according to the 2010 Census was 38,313. Mankessim is the traditional paramountcy for all Fante-speaking people and was the location of the sacred Nananom Pow (sacred grove) which is also near Obidan. It has a large market that attracts traders from Ghana and beyond. Just as in other prominent Fante towns, Mankessim has Asafo companies, traditional military groups which no longer fight wars but are acknowledged for their role in
42-770: The Manna Heights Hotel and Conference Center, Fynba Hospital, and a branch of the Sanford World Clinic in Ghana (inaugurated in 2013 ). There are a lot of attractive places to visit in this town including ecological and cultural sites. There are also reputable hotels and guest houses available where visitors can lodge and rest. Examples include Manna Heights Hotel and Conference Center and Fowaa Lodge. Mankessim currently has several secondary schools. These include: 5°16′N 1°01′W / 5.267°N 1.017°W / 5.267; -1.017 This Central Region, Ghana location article
49-527: The history and development of the town. Mankessim was the capital of the old Mankessim Kingdom that existed from 1252 to 1844. Before the advent of the Fante the town was called Adowagyer and was inhabited by the Etsi people Mankessim has a number of hospitals and clinics, and therefore, access to healthcare in the town is quite high. Some of these health centers are the Mercy Women's hospital located near
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