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Ghana is a West African country bordered by Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Togo, and the Gulf of Guinea. Its capital, Accra, serves as the political, economic, and cultural center. The region was home to powerful kingdoms long before European contact and became an important center of trade in gold, ivory, and other goods. During the colonial period it was known as the Gold Coast under British administration. In 1957 Ghana became the first country in sub Saharan Africa to gain independence from colonial rule, inspiring independence movements across the continent. Today Ghana operates as a constitutional democracy with an economy supported by agriculture, mining, manufacturing, and services. Gold, cocoa, and oil are among its most important exports. Ghana is recognized for its political stability, expanding infrastructure, and active participation in regional organizations, reflecting its continued role as an influential nation in West Africa.