Goderich, Sierra Leone

Goderich is an affluent neighborhood in the west end of Freetown, Sierra Leone's capital. Goderich lies about 13 miles (20 kilometers) from downtown Freetown. Goderich had a population 19,209 in the 2004 census[1] Goderich has a high standard of living and is the wealthiest neighborhood in Freetown.

Goderich, Western Area
Goderich, Western Area
Location in Sierra Leone
Coordinates: 8°26′N 13°17′W
CountrySierra Leone
RegionWestern Area
DistrictWestern Area Rural District
Population
 (2004)
  Total19,209
Time zoneUTC-5

Notable current residents of Goderich include a former president of Sierra Leone, Ernest Bai Koroma, and a former vice president of Sierra Leone, Solomon Berewa.

References

  1. Ibrahim Mohamed Sesay, Andrew A. Karam, Jinnah J. Ngobeh (eds., 2006), Republic of Sierra Leone, 2004 Population and Housing Census: Analytical Report on Population Distribution, Migration, and Urbanization in Sierra Leone.


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