20 facts about Ghana, First Sub-Saharan Nation to Gain Independence

1. First Sub-Saharan Nation to Gain Independence: Ghana, formerly known as the Gold Coast, became the first sub-Saharan African country to achieve independence from British colonial rule on 6th March 1957.

2. Kwame Nkrumah – Founding Leader: Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, a prominent advocate of Pan-Africanism, led Ghana to independence and became its first Prime Minister and President.