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Accra, Ghana

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Accra, Ghana
Location: Ghana
Credit: European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery

Accra is the capital of Ghana and one of the fastest-growing urban centres in West Africa. Located along the Gulf of Guinea, Accra serves as a key economic and administrative hub, home to over 5 million residents in the Greater Accra Metropolitan Area. The city faces rapid urbanisation, serving as a centre for manufacturing, marketing, finance, insurance, and transportation.

This image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 22 February 2025, shows the extent of the city of Accra and the surrounding region.

Copernicus data support a range of applications, including land use monitoring, urban planning, and coastal management, thereby contributing to sustainable development across the globe.

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