Achimota


Achimota, is a town in the Accra Metropolitan District, a district of the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. Achimota means "speak no name" in the Ga language. In pre-colonial Ghana, its forbidden forest was a "silent" refuge for runaway slaves.

Education

Achimota is known for the eponymous Achimota School as well as the St. John's Grammar School. Achimota is located on the Accra highway just after Tesano and has well laid buildings, bars and a good nightlife.

Healthcare

Achimota Hospital, located near the Achimota Golf Course, is the primary healthcare institution in Achimota.

Transport

Achimota is served by a station on the Ghana Railways.