Accra - ACCRA METROPOLITAN ASSEMBLY ( DISTRICT ) is also the capital of the Republic of Ghana 
Accra, population 1,970,400 (2005), is the capital of Ghana.
It is Ghana's largest city and its administrative, communications, and economic center. The primary economic activities are financial and government services, communications, construction, transportation and agriculture (particularly fishing).
Over 70% of Ghana's manufacturing capacity is located withinthe capital area.
Accra is located at 5°30' North, 0°10' West (5.5, -0.1667).
It sits nears the Greenwich Meridian in the Accra Metropolitan Area, in the Greater Accra Region.
Accra was founded by the Ga people in the 1500s.
The word Accra is derived from the word Nkran meaning ants; reference to the numerous anthills seen in the countryside around Accra.
During part of its history, Accra served as a centre for trade with the Portuguese,
who built a fort in the town, followed by the Swedish, Dutch, French, British and Danish
by the end of the seventeenth century.
From Wikipedia
Attractions in Accra
Accra is home to the National Museum of Ghana, the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences, the National Archives of Ghana, and Ghana's central library.
Also of note is Christianborg or Osu Castle -- the seat of government, built by the Danes in the 17th century, the National Theatre, Accra Centre for National Culture, a Light House, the Accra Sports Stadium, the W.E.B. DuBois Memorial Centre for Pan-African Culture and several beaches.
Near the Parliament of Ghana is the Ghana-India Kofi Annan Centre for Excellence in ICT.
Education
The National Theatre, on Accra's outskirts are Achimota Secondary School which
was founded in 1924 and opened in 1927, and Presby Boys' Secondary School and some of the country's leading secondary schools and, 13km north at Legon,the University of Ghana. Abelemkpe is the home of Lincoln Community School, Accra Ghana (LCS). LCS is a private, non-profit IB international school for students aged 3-18, and was established in 1968.
The Defense Commission of the Organization of African Unity has its headquarters in Accra. From Wikipedia
Transportation
Accra is a major transportation hub, home to the Kotoka International Airport
The main harbour city, Tema is connected through one of Ghana's highways.
Public transit in the city is provided by a mix of privately owned Mini-buses (known as Tro-Tros), taxis and buses.
Tro-Tros are usually converted Mini-buses that run a regular, well-known route.
They are cheap and frequent but often in poor repair and over-crowded.
Some taxis also run regular routes, which cost more but provide for a more
comfortable ride.
In 2002, the city started introducing publicly owned buses, which were initially met with skepticism by commuters, but have increased in popularity. From Wikipedia
The Accra Metropolitan Area has lots for people to do and lots for them to see.
There are many shopping sites in Accra; Osu, Makola Market, the market by the Arts Center. Osu is Accra’s main shopping and wealthiest district. Makola Market is Accra’s most popular market. It includes stores, informal stalls and walking vendors. You can find every type of goods, specially of textiles. Other popular markets are Kaneshie Market. For arts and crafts, try the the
"Tetteh Quarshie Art Market" at Tetteh Quarshie Interchange.
You will find prints, paintings, wood arts and much more. Have a chat with the artists! Enjoy a drink at the Drink Bar. At the Centre Of National Culture or Arts Center, you will find a more varied selection of arts and crafts in wood, leather and metal and a huge textile market. For a pleasant stay, there are many safe Accra accommodations too."