Koforidua
Koforidua | |
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View of Koforidua and central market | |
| Nickname: Kofcity | |
Koforidua Location of Koforidua in Eastern region, Ghana | |
| Coordinates: 6°06′N 0°16′W / 6.100°N 0.267°W | |
| Country | Ghana |
| Region | Eastern Region |
| District | New Juaben South Municipal District |
| Settled | 1875 |
| Elevation | 238 m (781 ft) |
| Population (2012) | |
• Total | 183,727 |
| Time zone | GMT |
| • Summer (DST) | GMT |
| Area code | 034 |
Koforidua, also popularly known as K.dua or Koftown is a city and the capital of the Eastern Region of Ghana. The city has an estimated population of 151,255 people as of 2025. The city is a blend of colonial and modern architecture.
Koforidua serves as the commercial centre for the Eastern region. The city is home to many businesses, with the exception of heavy-duty industries. The city is home to Intravenous Infusions Limited, one of the oldest pharmaceutical companies in West Africa. The recent construction of the four-lane highway road linking the Koforidua Technical University and Koforidua to Oyoko brings commerce to the city. The highway also serves as a valid alternative route to reach Kumasi. Koforidua today is a multi-ethnic city with people from various ethnic groups in Ghana calling the city their home.
On 6th March 2024, Koforidua played host to the celebration of the 67th anniversary of the independence of Ghana.