Axim

Axim is a coastal town and the capital of Nzema East Municipal district, a district in Western Region of South Ghana. Axim lies 64 kilometers west of the port town of Sekondi-Takoradi in Western Region to the west of Cape Three Points. Axim has a 2013 agreement populace of 27,719 people. This vicinity turned into occupied by way of the Nzema humans.

The Portuguese arrived with the aid of the early 16th century as buyers. They built a distinguished seaside fortress, Fort Santo Antonio, in 1515. They exported some Africans as slaves to Europe and the Americas. Between 1642 and 1872, the fortress changed into improved and altered by means of the Dutch, who "ruled" throughout that length. The castle, now belongings of Ghana, is open to the general public. Off-shore are a few picturesque islands, together with one with a lighthouse. The economic system is based totally especially on Axim's fishing fleet, however the region additionally has three visitor seaside lodges in addition to coconut and rubber plantations. The scenic and fertile terrain features many palm trees. Local artisanal miners pan for gold in streams inland from Axim.