Insights from the Savana Region

Bui National Park: Ghana's wildlife thriving with hippos, hills, and heritage

Bui National Park is one of Ghana’s most significant wildlife conservation areas and the third-largest national park in the country.

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Salisu Be-Awuribe, the savannah regional minister who served under the ninth parliament of Ghana

Salisu Be-Awuribe is a Ghanaian lawyer and politician affiliated with the National Democratic Congress (NDC).

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Larabanga Mosque, the first mosque built in Ghana in 1421

The Larabanga Mosque, nestled in the village of Larabanga, Ghana, epitomizes Sudanese architectural influence in West Africa. Dating back to 1421, it holds the prestigious title of being the oldest mosque in Ghana and one of the oldest in West Africa.

Mole National Park

Mole National Park, one of Ghana's seven national parks, is the country's largest wildlife refuge. The park is located in the Savannah region of Ghana on savanna and riparian ecosystems at an elevation of 50 m, with a sharp escarpment forming the southern boundary of the park.