Cantonments, Accra

Cantonments, Accra is a middle-income suburb in Accra, Ghana.

Overview

The Cantonments area was intended to become a Military quarters under the British Colonial government, in the Gold Coast, now Ghana.

However, it was upgraded to become a modern planned residential settlement. Much of the homes in the area consists of 3/4 bedrooms and are often occupied by middle-income, academics or government officials. [ [http://accra.wantedinafrica.com/area_description.php?id_area=359 Wanted in Africa city guide - Cantonments area in Accra ] ]

Also, many Diplomatic Missions in the country are located in the Cantonments area. These diplomatic missions include the U.S. Embassy.

Schools

The following schools are situated in Cantonments, Accra.

* New Horizon Special School
* Ghana International School

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