Berekum

Berekum is a town in the Bono Region of Ghana. It serves as the administrative capital of the Berekum Municipal District and functions as a local center for administration, commerce, and culture. The town sits within the savanna zone and supports a mix of agricultural activity and small-scale trade typical of the region.

The local economy is primarily agricultural. Smallholder farmers in the area cultivate crops such as yams, cassava, maize, and plantains, while timber extraction and trading activities also contribute to economic life in the town. Weekly markets in Berekum attract traders from surrounding communities and reinforce its role as a regional commercial hub.

Berekum is widely recognized for its football club, Berekum Chelsea F.C., which has competed in the Ghana Premier League and helped raise the town’s profile in sports.

The population is predominantly from the Bono ethnic group, and commonly spoken languages include the Bono language and Akan languages such as Twi. Religious and cultural practices reflect the broader Bono region and Ghanaian diversity.

Education and health services in Berekum include several primary and secondary schools, along with clinics and basic healthcare facilities. The town is connected by road to other towns in the region, facilitating movement and commerce for residents and visitors.