Teshie

Teshie is a coastal township in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana, part of the urban area surrounding the capital, Accra. It lies along the Gulf of Guinea coast, just northeast of central Accra, and shares borders with the Nungua area and the Teshie-Nungua Estate.

The community is inhabited mainly by Ga people, with a mix of other ethnic groups drawn by the city’s growth. Traditionally based on fishing and local trade, Teshie has experienced rapid residential and commercial development in recent decades, with markets, shops, and small-scale businesses expanding along major roads.

Teshie Beach is a notable coastal feature, reflecting the area's proximity to the sea. The town has a range of religious institutions, including mosques and churches, as well as schools, clinics, and growing housing developments—ranging from informal settlements to formal residential estates.

Transportation in and out of Teshie is primarily road-based, with connections to central Accra via a network of major roads. Public transport services, commonly referred to as tro-tro, provide access to surrounding neighborhoods and commercial centers.

The name Teshie is of Ga origin, tying the community to Ga culture and heritage. Over time, urban expansion around Accra has transformed the landscape, integrating Teshie into the broader metropolitan area while preserving aspects of its fishing-and-trading past.