Assin South is a district in the Central Region of Ghana. Its capital is Nsuaem Kyekyewere, and the district had a population of 105,995 at the 2021 census. It sits in the forest belt inland from the coast, on the road between Cape Coast and Kumasi.
| Region | Central Region |
|---|---|
| District capital | Nsuaem Kyekyewere |
| Status | District |
| Population (2021 census) | 105,995 |
| Population (2010 census) | 104,244 |
Towns and Communities in Assin South
This directory lists 48 towns and communities in Assin South, sorted A to Z.
- Ababuom
- Abin
- Aboabo
- Achiasi
- Achisa
- Adenchi
- Adiembra
- Afao
- Ahasonyewuda
- Ahomaho
- Aiyinabrim
- Ajueso
- Akankasi
- Akokobenumsu
- Akrampa
- Akrofuom
- Amoabin
- Amuakromakrofo
- Ano
- Asin Kumasi
- Assin Manso
- Asuboa
- Ayiwasi
- Bamslaw
- Bawdiama
- Bepoakaw
- Beyeden
- Bisiasi
- Bosumadwi
- Brahababumi
- Chichiwere
- Chinaso
- Chinso
- Dadieso
- Damang
- Damawaku
- Domenasi
- Domiabra
- Eduanim
- Edubiasi
- Enitimfi
- Ensonyamiye
- Esienchem
- Fanti Nyankumasi
- Framasi
- Froduayie
- Hasowudi
- Hasuwodi
- Hiaheda
Geography
Assin South lies in the northern half of the Central Region, well away from the sea. It is forest country, drained by tributaries of the Pra River, with farm settlements strung along feeder roads rather than one dominant town. Assin North lies to the north, and Twifo Ati-Morkwa to the west. Rainfall is heavy and comes in two seasons, which suits tree crops.
Economy and Local Life
Farming carries the district. Cocoa is the main cash crop, grown alongside oil palm, citrus, plantain, cassava and maize for the home market. Small sawmilling and charcoal burning follow the timber. Assin Manso is the best known settlement here: the Slave River site at Nnonkonsuo, where captives were washed before the march to the coastal forts, draws visitors and an annual commemoration. Weekly markets at the larger villages move farm produce toward Assin Fosu and Cape Coast.
Most people here speak Fante, and the district’s traditional areas hold their own akwambo and yam festivals through the year. Schooling and health services concentrate in the larger villages, so families in the smaller farm settlements travel to reach them. Land is held under family and stool arrangements, and cocoa plots are commonly worked on share agreements between owners and caretaker farmers.
Getting There
The Cape Coast to Kumasi trunk road runs through the Assin country, and most journeys into the district start from it. Nsuaem Kyekyewere is about 70 km north of Cape Coast by road. Trotros and shared taxis from Cape Coast and Assin Fosu serve the main villages; the smaller farm settlements sit on untarred feeder roads.
FAQ
What is the capital of Assin South?
The district capital is Nsuaem Kyekyewere.
Which region is Assin South in?
Assin South is in the Central Region of Ghana.
What is the population of Assin South?
The district had 105,995 people at the 2021 census, against 104,244 in 2010.
How many towns are listed for Assin South?
This page lists 48 towns and communities.