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West Gonja
City in Savannah, Ghana
Overview
West Gonja District, with Damongo as its capital, serves as the administrative and cultural heart of Ghana's Savannah region. It's renowned for its proximity to the Mole National Park, historic sites, and lively Gonja traditions. While still developing, it offers a unique blend of nature, heritage, and local hospitality.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Ghana
Region
Savannah
Population
—
Time Zone
Africa/Accra
Coordinates
9.58°, -2.26°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$435
Local Cost
$235
Local Income
$70
Cashless
30
English
40
Temperature
27.4°C
Summer Avg
26.3°C
Winter Avg
27.0°C
Record High
42.9°C
Record Low
11.6°C
Humidity
61%
Precipitation
908 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-21.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 48/100.
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