salaga

Salaga is a town in the East Gonja Municipal District of the Savannah Region of Ghana. It is located north of the Lake Volta, on the eastern side of the region. Historically, Salaga was a significant trading post, particularly known for its role in the slave trade during the pre-colonial and colonial eras. It was a major market where enslaved people from the north were brought to be sold to traders who would transport them south to the coast.

The town's strategic position on trade routes made it a hub for commerce, not just for enslaved people but also for goods like kola nuts and shea butter. Evidence of its past can still be seen in some of the older architecture and historical sites within the town. Today, Salaga is a regional economic center, with agriculture forming the backbone of its economy. The town continues to be a market for local produce and goods. Its historical significance attracts visitors interested in Ghana's past, including the challenging history of the slave trade. The local population primarily comprises various ethnic groups, reflecting the diverse history of the region.