Asiakwa | |
|---|---|
| Country |  Ghana |
| Region | Eastern Region |
| District | East Akim District |
| Time zone | GMT |
| • Summer (DST) | GMT |
Asiakwa is a town in the East Akim District of the Eastern Region of Ghana. [1]
The town includes a SOS Children's Village since 1992. [2]
Asiakwa | |
|---|---|
| Country | Ghana |
| Region | Eastern Region |
| District | East Akim District |
| Time zone | GMT |
| • Summer (DST) | GMT |
Asiakwa is a town in the East Akim District of the Eastern Region of Ghana. [1]
The town includes a SOS Children's Village since 1992. [2]
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