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District Capital in Savannah Region, Ghana
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Sawla is the capital of Sawla-Tuna-Kalba District in Ghanaian Northern Plains in the Savannah Region of Ghana. It is a busy road junction town where the Wa - Damongo - Tamale highway meets, making it the main transit hub for western Savannah. Most travellers pass through Sawla when going to Mole National Park, Wa, Bole, or Buipe.
Busy chop bars serving TZ, rice and stew, waakye, fried rice, and banku for passing drivers. Quality varies — look for the busiest one.
Tea (ataya) shops, pito bars, zomkom, plus Coke, Fanta, Malta, bottled water everywhere.
Basic but better than many small towns because of transit traffic. Fan rooms, bed net, private bath. Some have small generator. Bring power bank. Ask to see room first.
Major transit market for yams, maize, groundnuts, shea nuts, charcoal, and livestock. Small shops sell provisions, phone credit, and fuel. Bargain and use small bills.
By car
From Wa: Tro-tro or shared taxi, 2-2.5 hr, paved road. GH₵50-80 (Aug 2026).
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