1994 in Ghana details events of note that happened in Ghana in the year 1994.
Incumbents President: Jerry John Rawlings Vice President: Kow Nkensen Arkaah Chief Justice: Philip Edward Archer
Events
January
February 3rd - ethnic violence erupts between Konkomba and Nanumba tribal groups. The two groups are in the Northern region.
March 6th - 38th independence anniversary held.
April
May
June
July 1st - Republic day celebrations held across the country.
August - President Jerry Rawlings, becomes chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Emmanuel Aboki Essien, representing the Grand Lodge of Ghana becomes the first black and African Imperial Grand President of the Orange Order.
September
October
November
December Annual Farmers' Day celebrations held in all regions of the country.
Deaths
National holidays January 1: New Year's Day March 6: Independence Day May 1: Labor Day December 25: Christmas December 26: Boxing Day
In addition, several other places observe local holidays, such as the foundation of their town. These are also "special days."
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