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Current Date And Time In Wa, Ghana

Tuesday, 28 July 2026
14:20:08 GMT
State: Upper West
Currency: Ghanaian Cedi (GHS)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 78,107
District: Wa

💰 Ghanaian Cedi (GHS) — Wa, Upper West Currency & Exchange Rates


The official currency of Wa, Upper West, Ghana is the Ghanaian Cedi (GHS), represented by the symbol . This page provides live GHS exchange rates for Wa against the world's most actively traded currencies — USD, EUR, JPY, GBP and CNY — refreshed regularly for reliable forex reference. Whether you are a logistics planner, cross-border trade specialist or finance professional operating in Wa, accurate GHS conversion data is essential for cost estimation, invoice pricing and strategic financial planning.

Use this page to check the GHS exchange rate for international trade with Wa • cross-border payment settlements • business invoice conversion • forex market research for Ghana operations • travel budget planning • remittance and multi-currency financial management • investment valuation in Africa markets.

Wa is a city in Upper West, Ghana, located in Africa. All financial transactions, retail purchases and business dealings within Wa are conducted using the Ghanaian Cedi (GHS) — the same national monetary unit used across all cities and states of Ghana. For the state-level and country-level currency data, visit the Upper West Currency page or the Ghana Currency page.

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💰 Ghanaian Cedi Currency Profile — Wa, Upper West

Ghanaian Cedi (GHS) is the official legal tender of Ghana, used across all cities including Wa. Identified by the currency symbol and the ISO 4217 code GHS, this currency underpins all financial transactions, retail commerce and business dealings in Wa. This profile is useful for international invoicing, forex identification, banking transactions and cross-border payment processing involving Wa, Upper West.

Currency Name Ghanaian Cedi
ISO 4217 Code GHS
Currency Symbol
City Wa
State Upper West
Country Ghana
Continent Africa

🔁 Live GHS Currency Converter — Wa

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⏰ Rates as of Jul 28, 2026 8:30 AM UTC

🤍 Gold & Silver Rates Today — Wa, Upper West (in GHS)

Indicative gold and silver prices for Wa, converted to Ghanaian Cedi (GHS) from live international bullion spot rates — the same XAU/XAG benchmark used by markets worldwide.

⏰ Spot rate as of Jul 28, 2026 8:30 AM UTC

🥳 Gold Purity Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Tola (11.66g)
24K (999, Fine Gold) ₵ 1,509.14 ₵ 15,091.43 ₵ 17,602.35
22K (916, Jewellery Standard) ₵ 1,382.37 ₵ 13,823.75 ₵ 16,123.75
18K (750) ₵ 1,131.86 ₵ 11,318.57 ₵ 13,201.76
🥈 Silver (999 Fine) Per Gram Per 10 Grams Per Kilogram
Fine Silver ₵ 21.47 ₵ 214.66 ₵ 21,466.29

⚠️ Note: These are indicative rates derived from live international bullion spot prices (XAU/XAG), converted to GHS. Local jewellery and bullion dealer prices in Wa typically differ due to making/wastage charges, import duty, GST/VAT and dealer premiums — always confirm with a local jeweller or bullion dealer before any transaction.

📊 GHS Exchange Rates — Wa, Upper West

Live GHS exchange rates for Wa — showing exactly how much 1 ₵ Ghanaian Cedi is worth in each foreign currency, plus the inverse rate (how much of each foreign currency equals 1 GHS). Rates are recalculated hourly, making this the most current GHS conversion reference for forex traders, importers, exporters, international businesses and travellers dealing with Wa, Upper West.

⏰ Updated hourly • Jul 28, 2026 8:30 AM UTC

Currency Code 1 GHS = Inverse Rate
United States DollarUSD0.08591 = 11.6485 GHS
EuroEUR0.07551 = 13.2400 GHS
Japanese YenJPY14.06851 = 0.0711 GHS
British Pound SterlingGBP0.06461 = 15.4902 GHS
Chinese YuanCNY0.58091 = 1.7216 GHS
Australian DollarAUD0.12321 = 8.1184 GHS
Canadian DollarCAD0.12121 = 8.2537 GHS
Swiss FrancCHF0.07041 = 14.2121 GHS
Mexican PesoMXN1.49931 = 0.6670 GHS
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💱 Ghanaian Cedi VS Major World Currencies — Wa

Compare the Ghanaian Cedi (GHS) — the currency used in Wa, Upper West — against the five most traded currencies in global forex markets: US Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), Japanese Yen (JPY), British Pound (GBP) and Chinese Yuan (CNY). This GHS vs major currencies comparison shows both the direct rate — how much foreign currency 1 ₵ buys — and the inverse rate, useful for pricing Wa imports and exports, benchmarking GHS strength and planning international financial transactions in or with Ghana.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jul 28, 2026 8:30 AM UTC

Symbol Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
$🇺🇸 USD
United States Dollar
₵ 1 = $ 0.0859$ 1 = ₵ 11.6485
🇪🇺 EUR
Euro
₵ 1 = € 0.0755€ 1 = ₵ 13.2400
¥🇯🇵 JPY
Japanese Yen
₵ 1 = ¥ 14.0685¥ 1 = ₵ 0.0711
£🇬🇧 GBP
British Pound Sterling
₵ 1 = £ 0.0646£ 1 = ₵ 15.4902
¥🇨🇳 CNY
Chinese Yuan
₵ 1 = ¥ 0.5809¥ 1 = ₵ 1.7216

💡 Need more conversions? Use our Currency Converter Tool for hourly-updated rates, historical data and calculations for 100+ currencies.

🎯 Global Currency Strength Ranking — GHS

Out of 162 actively traded world currencies tracked against the US Dollar, the Ghanaian Cedi (GHS) — the currency used in Wa, Upper West — currently ranks #66 by per-unit value, making it stronger than 59% of all currencies on this list. A lower rank means fewer units of that currency are needed to buy one US Dollar. Within Africa, GHS ranks #7 of 44 currencies tracked on this site for that continent.

ℹ️ This ranks currencies by face value per unit against the US Dollar — the same measure used in "world's strongest currencies" lists. It reflects historical denomination, not economic size, purchasing power or GDP.

📏 How this number is worked out: GHS currently trades at 11.6485 per US Dollar. Comparing that to all 162 tracked currencies — 65 of them trade at a lower rate (so are stronger than GHS), and 96 trade at a higher rate (so are weaker). That places GHS at rank #66 = 1 + 65 currencies stronger than it.

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📍 How GHS Compares to Its Closest-Value Neighbours

The currencies ranked immediately above and below GHS by per-unit value — the most relevant comparison, since these are the currencies closest to it in worth.

Rank Currency Value per US Dollar
#64 SEK — Swedish Krona 9.7345 per $1
#65 BOB — Bolivian Boliviano 11.3942 per $1
#66 GHS — Ghanaian Cedi ⬤ (this page) 11.6485 per $1
#67 SCR — Seychellois Rupee 13.5268 per $1
#68 BWP — Botswanan Pula 13.7740 per $1

🌎 Regional Currencies in Africa — Wa Currency

See how the Ghanaian Cedi (GHS) — used in Wa, Ghana — compares against currencies used by neighbouring countries across Africa. This regional comparison is essential for intra-continental trade pricing, cross-border travel budgeting, regional investment analysis and understanding Ghana's currency strength relative to its continental neighbours. Each row shows both the direct and inverse conversion rate so you can instantly calculate costs in either direction.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jul 28, 2026 8:30 AM UTC

Country Currency Exchange Rate Inverse Rate
NigeriaNGN
Nigerian naira
₵ 1 = ₦ 117.2243₦ 1 = ₵ 0.0085
EthiopiaETB
Ethiopian birr
₵ 1 = Br 13.8548Br 1 = ₵ 0.0722
EgyptEGP
Egyptian pound
₵ 1 = E£ 4.3404E£ 1 = ₵ 0.2304
Democratic Republic Of The CongoCDF
Congolese franc
₵ 1 = Fr 198.5030Fr 1 = ₵ 0.0050
TanzaniaTZS
Tanzanian shilling
₵ 1 = Sh 227.0672Sh 1 = ₵ 0.0044
South AfricaZAR
South African rand
₵ 1 = R 1.4379R 1 = ₵ 0.6954
KenyaKES
Kenyan shilling
₵ 1 = Sh 11.1173Sh 1 = ₵ 0.0900
SudanSDG
Sudanese pound
₵ 1 = ج.س. 51.5516ج.س. 1 = ₵ 0.0194

🌍 Planning to travel or trade in Africa? Compare exchange rates and use our currency converter for accurate regional conversions.

₵ GHS Quick Snapshot
1 USD₵ 11.65
1 EUR₵ 13.24
1 GBP₵ 15.49
🥳 Gold 22K/g₵ 1,382
🎯 Global Rank#66/162

💵 Spending, Exchanging & Trading GHS in Wa

💰 Everyday Payments in Wa

Shops, transport and services across Wa, Upper West price everything in Ghanaian Cedi (GHS), marked with the symbol. There is no separate city currency or local scrip to learn — Wa runs on the exact same money as the rest of Ghana. Field sales reps, delivery partners and on-ground buyers working Wa can budget straight from the GHS exchange rates table above without adjusting for local exceptions.

📈 What Moves the GHS Rate for Wa Deals

A swing in the GHS rate against USD, EUR or GBP reaches every invoice, supplier contract and sales forecast tied to Wa. Companies buying from or selling into Wa track this rate closely to time purchase orders, hedge exposure and protect margins on cross-border deals. The live rate table above updates regularly for exactly this kind of monitoring.

✈️ Budgeting a Trip to Wa

Travellers flying or driving into Wa get a smoother trip by converting cash to GHS (₵) before arrival rather than relying on last-minute airport counters. Knowing today's rate makes it far easier to estimate hotel bills, local transport and day-to-day spending money once you land in Wa. Check the GHS vs major currencies card for a quick mental conversion before you go.

🌎 Wa's Place in Upper West's Currency Zone

Wa, home to a recorded population of 78,107, is one of the commercial points of Upper West where GHS circulates the same way it does everywhere else in Ghana. There's no city-level monetary authority here — for the wider regional forex picture and every converter tool, visit the Upper West Currency page.

📦 Cross-Border Trade Touching Wa

Exporters shipping out of Wa and importers supplying its local retailers both live with the GHS conversion rate on the day a contract is signed. Watching real-time GHS movement against USD, EUR and neighbouring currencies helps lock in margins before a shipment ever leaves the warehouse. View Africa regional currency rates for the wider trade picture around Wa.

💳 Investing & Sending Money to Wa

Anyone remitting funds, buying property or building a financial position tied to Wa needs today's GHS rate, not last week's. The GHS rate against JPY, GBP and CNY matters just as much for portfolios with exposure across Africa. See GHS vs major world currencies for the full comparison.

🥳 Local gold pricing: jewellers in Wa price 22K gold off the same GHS rate used throughout this page — roughly ₵ 1,382/gram today. See the full gold & silver rates table above for 24K, 18K, sovereign and tola pricing.

🔎 Related City & State Tools

🗺 Wa Map View the Wa satellite map with precise GPS coordinates for location intelligence.
📍 Nearby Cities Explore cities near Wa for distance, direction and market-research context.
✈️ Wa Travel Guide Access the travel standards guide for electrical plugs, driving rules and emergency numbers.
🌐 Upper West & Ghana Compare rates on the Upper West currency page or the Ghana currency page.

Frequently Asked Questions — Money & GHS in Wa

What currency do I need in Wa?

Wa, like every city in Upper West and across Ghana, runs on the Ghanaian Cedi (ISO code GHS, symbol ). Carry or exchange into GHS before you arrive — no other currency is accepted for everyday purchases here.


What's today's GHS to US Dollar rate?

Check the live exchange rates table above for the current GHS/USD rate, refreshed on every page load. For exact figures, use our dedicated GHS to USD converter to run invoices, remittances or trip budgets tied to Wa.


Does Wa use a different currency than the rest of Upper West?

No — Wa shares the same GHS currency as every other city in Upper West and across Ghana. Notes, coins and exchange rates are identical nationwide; there is no city-specific pricing or local scrip in Wa.


Which world currencies can I compare against GHS here?

This page tracks GHS against USD, EUR, GBP, JPY and CNY in real time — see the exchange rates table and the GHS vs major currencies card above. Useful for forex trading, remittances, import/export contracts and travel budgeting tied to Wa.


How does the GHS rate affect prices and business in Wa?

When GHS weakens, imported goods and equipment cost more for businesses in Wa, while locally made exports become cheaper for overseas buyers. When it strengthens, the opposite happens. Tracking the rate day to day is standard practice for procurement and pricing teams operating in Wa.


What is today's gold rate in Wa?

Gold pricing in Wa follows the national GHS rate: 22K jewellery gold works out to roughly ₵ 1,382/gram today. See the gold & silver rates table above for 24K, 18K, sovereign and tola pricing.


Where can I exchange money or withdraw cash in Wa?

Banks, authorised forex dealers and ATMs across Wa accept major international cards for withdrawals in GHS. Before committing to an exchange counter, compare its offered rate against the live rate on this page to avoid an inflated margin.