Agbogbloshie, Accra

Name: Agbogbloshie
Address: Accra, Ghana

#49 among attractions in Accra

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Agbogbloshie is a nickname of a commercial district on the Korle Lagoon of the Odaw River, near the center of Accra, Ghana's capital city in the Greater Accra region. Near the slum called "Old Fadama", the Agbogbloshie site became known as a destination for externally generated automobile and electronic scrap collected from mostly the western world. It was alleged to be at the center of a legal and illegal exportation network for the environmental dumping of electronic waste from industrialized nations. The Basel Action Network, a small NGO based in Seattle, has referred to Agbogbloshie as a "digital dumping ground", where they allege millions of tons of e-waste are processed each year. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 5°32'51"N, 0°13'25"W

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Agbogbloshie – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Makola Market, Museum of Science and Technology, National Museum of Ghana, Fort James.

1.2 miE
Shopping, Market
Makola Market, Accra
30 min walk • Makola Market is a renowned trading hub nestled in the heart of Accra, Ghana's vibrant capital. Known for its bustling atmosphere and an extensive array of goods, this market is a focal point of commerce within the city.
1.4 miNE
Science museum, Museum
Museum of Science and Technology, Accra
35 min walk • The Museum of Science and Technology in Accra, Ghana, serves as a beacon of knowledge and inspiration in the heart of the nation's capital. Established with the goal of promoting science and technology education, this museum is a hub for innovation and learning for all...
1.3 miNE
Museum
National Museum of Ghana, Accra
33 min walk • The National Museum of Ghana stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Accra, offering a profound insight into the rich history and heritage of Ghana. Established shortly before the country's independence in 1957, this museum is a testament to Ghana's commitment...
1.3 miSE
Forts and castles
Fort James, Accra
33 min walk • Fort James stands as a historical sentinel in the city of Accra, Ghana. This castle, a remnant of Ghana's colonial past, was built by the British in the seventeenth century as a trading post for the bustling commerce in gold, ivory, and eventually slaves.
1.2 miSE
Dutch-built fort housing a museum
Ussher Fort, Accra
31 min walk • Ussher Fort, an emblematic structure in the bustling city of Accra, Ghana, stands as a testament to the country's rich and complex history. Initially constructed by the Dutch in the 17th century, this castle has exchanged hands between European powers during the era of...
1.3 miSE
Lighthouse
Jamestown Lighthouse, Accra
33 min walk • The Jamestown Lighthouse stands as a historic beacon in the heart of Accra, Ghana's bustling capital city. This venerable structure, characterized by its distinctive red and white stripes, has been a guiding landmark for ships along the Gulf of Guinea since the...
1.2 miW
Neighbourhood
Ablekuma Central Municipal District, Accra
31 min walk • Ablekuma Central Municipal District is one of the twenty-nine districts in Greater Accra Region, Ghana.
0.8 miS
Sport, Sport venue
Bukom Boxing Arena, Accra
20 min walk • Bukom Boxing Arena is the first boxing arena to be built in Ghana. The multipurpose facility was commissioned by John Dramani Mahama in November 2016 and has a seating capacity of 4000. Other facilities in the open-air edifice include a sports hall, Aerobic centre, Olympic size swimming pool and conference hall.
1.1 miNE
Universities and schools
African University College of Communications, Accra
28 min walk • The African University College of Communications is a private tertiary institution at Adabraka, Accra, Ghana, for the study and teaching of journalism, communication studies, information technology convergence, business, African Studies, providing opportunities for advanced...
0.8 miN
Universities and schools
Regent University College of Science and Technology, Accra
22 min walk • The Regent University College of Science and Technology is located in Accra, Ghana. It was registered in September 2003, and received accreditation to operate as a tertiary institution in 2004.