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Wa

Upper West, Ghana · Africa

About Wa

Wa sits on the route: 55 minutes from Batié.

Wa is a town located in Upper West, Ghana. With a population of 78,107, it is an important destination in Africa.

On a road trip, Wa sits in Ghana. It's in the Africa/Accra time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Wa to your route.

About Wa

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Wa (Latin: Vaën(sis)) is a diocese located in the city of Wa in the ecclesiastical province of Tamale in Ghana.

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What are the best things to do in Wa?

Wa offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Wa located?

Wa is located in Upper West, Ghana, Africa. The coordinates are 10.0607 latitude, -2.5019 longitude.

What is the population of Wa?

Wa has a population of approximately 78,107 people, making it a town in Ghana.

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Quick Information

Population
78,107
Continent
Africa
Country
Ghana
Region
Upper West
Timezone
Africa/Accra
Coordinates
10.0607, -2.5019

Tags

AfricaGhanaUpper WestTown

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Wa.

Batié

🇧🇫 Burkina Faso

50 km awayPop. 17,997

Jirapa

🇬🇭 Ghana

57 km awayPop. 91,279

Kalamon

🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire

77 km awayPop. 2,520

Varbo

🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire

78 km awayPop. 1,451

Gaoua

🇧🇫 Burkina Faso

80 km awayPop. 45,284

Varalé

🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire

96 km awayPop. 1,337

Doropo

🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire

97 km awayPop. 48,225

Panzarai

🇨🇮 Côte d'Ivoire

97 km awayPop. 1,871

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