From News desk reports
Ghana is a country with many different tribes, each with its own language, culture, and traditions.
Some of these tribes have lived for hundreds of years. These old tribes helped build the rich history and culture of the nation.
Below are the top 10 oldest tribes in Ghana. The data below were derived from each Tribe profile on Wikipedia.
1. Akan Tribe
The Akan people are one of the oldest and largest tribes in Ghana. They include the Ashanti, Fante, Akyem, Akuapem, and others. The Akan people came from the Sahel region and settled in central and southern Ghana. They are known for their strong kingdoms and gold trade.
2. Ewe Tribe
The Ewe people live in the Volta Region. They are believed to have migrated from present-day Nigeria through Togo. The Ewe have a rich culture, music, and dance and are known for their unity and respect for elders.
3. Ga-Dangme Tribe
The Ga-Dangme people are found mainly in the Greater Accra Region. They settled along the coast and were among the first to trade with Europeans. The Ga Mashie area in Accra is their historical home.
4. Dagomba Tribe
The Dagomba people live in the Northern Region. They are part of the larger Mole-Dagbani ethnic group. The Dagomba have a strong kingdom with a long history of chiefs and warriors.
5. Gonja Tribe
The Gonja people also live in the northern part of Ghana. They are believed to have come from Mali. The Gonja Kingdom was once very powerful and traded in salt and kola nuts.
6. Mamprusi Tribe
The Mamprusi are also part of the Mole-Dagbani group. They were among the first people to create a centralized kingdom in northern Ghana.
7. Nzema Tribe
The Nzema people live in the western part of Ghana. They are part of the Akan group and have lived near the coast for many years.
8. Frafra Tribe
The Frafra people live in the Upper East Region. They are farmers and are known for their strong community life and traditional beliefs.
9. Kusasi Tribe
The Kusasi people also live in the Upper East Region. They have a long history and are known for their farming and strong family ties.
10. Nawuri Tribe
The Nawuri people live around the eastern part of the Northern Region. Though small, they have an old and unique culture.
