Tamale, Ghana
City in Northern Region, Ghana / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Tamale (Dagbani: [ˈtamali]) is the capital city of the Northern Region of Ghana.[2] It is Ghana's third largest city, with a population of 758000.[3] The city has been ranked as the fastest-growing city in West Africa.[2][4] Tamale is located in the Kingdom of Dagbon, Ghana's oldest Kingdom.[5]
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Tamale | |
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Coordinates: 09°24′27″N 00°51′12″W | |
Country | Ghana |
Region | Northern Region |
District | Tamale Metropolitan District |
Government | |
• Type | Mayor-Council |
• Mayor | Sule Salifu |
Area | |
• Total | 750 km2 (289.58 sq mi) |
Elevation | 151 m (495 ft) |
Population (2024) | |
• Total | 758,000 |
• Density | 1,010.67/km2 (2,617.58/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC |
Postal codes | NT0000 - NT2701 |
Area code | 037 |
Website | tamalemetro.gov.gh |
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Tamale boasts a thriving artistic and literary scene, evident in its numerous art studios, poets, and musicians. Numerous art studios are scattered throughout the urban landscape.[6] Annual festivals are celebrated all around the city, such as fire festival, Eid ul-Fitr, Eid Adha and the Damba Festivals.[7]