2001 in Ghana

2001 in Ghana details events of note that happened in Ghana in the year 2001.

Incumbents

• President: John Kufour
• Vice President: Alhaji Alihu Mahama

Events

January

• 7th - John Kufour inaugurated as President of Ghana. Kufour had won the 2000 Presidential elections.^[1]

February

March

• 6 March - 44th independence anniversary held.

April

May

• 9th - 126 football supporters die at the Accra Sports Stadium.^[2]

June

• President Kufour abolishes the celebration of the June 4th revolution anniversary.

July

• 1st - Republic day celebrations held.

August

September

October

November

December

• Annual Farmers' Day celebrations held across the country.

National holidays

Holidays in italics are "special days", while those in regular type are "regular 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."

References

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