Which natural harbor estuary on the Western Coast was Ghana's first artificial deepwater port opened in 1928?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Takoradi Port
- Step 1: Takoradi Port was constructed between 1921 and 1928 under Governor Sir Gordon Guggisberg. Step 2. It handles major bulk exports including timber, bauxite, manganese, and cocoa. Answer: Takoradi Port. Why not the others: Tema Port was opened in 1962 by Kwame Nkrumah; Cape Coast and Ada had only open roadstead surf ports.
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