James Fort

Nestled in the Jamestown district of Accra, James Fort stands as a testament to the city’s complex history. Originally established in the 1600s by the Royal African Company of England, the fort served as a trading post for gold and slaves. Over the centuries, it transitioned into a prison, which operated until its closure in 2008. Today, visitors can explore the historic site, gaining insight into the layers of its past and the significant role it played in the region’s colonial and post-colonial eras.