Ghana (GH)
Ghana is one of West Africa's most attractive expat bases: English-speaking, politically stable, culturally warm and increasingly connected to the global African diaspora.
Capital: Accra
Region: Africa
Language: English
Currency: GHS (GHc)
Cost of living: Very affordable (index 31)
Emergency: 112
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Emergency Numbers
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General Emergency
112
Police
191
Fire Brigade
192
Ambulance
193
Poison Control
Contact Korle Bu Teaching Hospital or nearest emergency department via 112/193
Mental Health
Call 112/193 for acute danger; private hospitals and counsellors handle most expat mental-health referrals
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) via Ghana Police 191
Child Protection
Ghana Police/DOVVSU 191 or Department of Social Welfare
Road Assistance
Ghana Police MTTD 191; private tow services through insurer or mechanic
How to call emergency services in Ghana
Use 112 for multi-agency emergencies. Keep your digital address, nearest landmark and local assembly area ready; addresses are often landmark-based.