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About Winneba


"Simpa (Winneba) was founded in 1515 by Efutu settlers under the leader Osimpa, hence the name Simpa. .. Efutu {dialect} is spoken in Winneba."

"According to history, the name Winneba originated from sailors who plied along the Atlantic Coast and who were often aided along the bay by a favorable wind. From their constant use of the words 'windy bay' the name Winneba was coined."

Source: Boafo, E, et al., "Sociolinguistic Survey of the Awutu-Efutu Language Area", SIL, 2002


Weather80°F (27°C), Wind SW at 4 mph (6 km/h), 86% Humidity
Population60,331 (2013)
Time zoneGMT
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Location of Winneba in Central region, South Ghana
Coordinates: 5°20′N 0°37′W

Map of Winneba, Ghana


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