1994 in Ghana
1994 in Ghana details events of note that happened in Ghana in the year 1994.
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Incumbents
Events
February
- 3rd - ethnic violence erupts between Konkomba and Nanumba tribal groups. The two groups are in the Northern region.[1]
March
- 6th - 38th independence anniversary held.
July
- 1st - Republic day celebrations held across the country.
August
- - President Jerry Rawlings, becomes chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).[2]
December
- Annual Farmers' Day celebrations held in all regions of the country.
National holidays
- January 1: New Year's Day
- March 6: Independence Day
- May 1: Labor Day
- December 25: Christmas
- December 26: Boxing day
In addition, several other places observe local holidays, such as the foundation of their town. These are also "special days."
References
- "Konkomba-Nanumba Violence in Ghana 1994-1995". www.onwar.com. Retrieved 20 May 2011.
- "Bringing peace to Liberia - part 3". www.c-r.org. Archived from the original on 2011-01-10. Retrieved 20 May 2011.
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