Winneba- Travel Tips

What to See, How to Plan & Tours

Winneba, the capital of the Effutu Municipal District in Ghana's Central Region, is a historic town with a population of approximately 60,331. Known traditionally as Simpa, it is located on the south coast, 140 kilometers east of Cape Coast. Originally a fishing port, Winneba is rich in cultural traditions, notably hosting the Masquerade Festival, also called Fancy Dress, every New Year. The festival draws large crowds and features five main masquerade groups that compete for a trophy. Winneba is also famous for the Aboakyer Festival, a centuries-old bushbuck hunting celebration that honors the town’s founding ancestors, the Effutu people, who migrated from Western Sudan. The festival reflects the town's deep cultural heritage and religious significance.