Ghana has launched a new app that gives every place a digital address. The goal is to help people and businesses find locations easily. The app is free and works on most smartphones. With just a few taps, users can create a unique address for their home or shop.
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In many parts of Ghana, street names and house numbers are missing or unclear. This makes it hard for delivery drivers, emergency services, or visitors to find people. The new digital address system solves this by using GPS. It turns any spot into a clear, easy-to-share code.
The government says this app will also help with national planning. When more places are mapped, it becomes easier to give services like water, power, and health care. It will also help the postal system deliver mail faster.
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Small businesses are excited too. With digital addresses, they can now join online marketplaces and offer better delivery options. Taxi apps, food delivery, and courier services will work more smoothly with this system.
The app also has offline features. People in areas with low internet can still create and store their address codes. This makes it useful in both cities and rural areas.
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Ghana’s move shows how digital tools can solve real-world problems. More African countries are expected to follow with similar apps in the future.
