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 is located in Sierra Leone
Goderich, Western Area
Goderich, Western Area
Location in Sierra Leone
Coordinates: 8°26′N 13°17′W / 8.433°N 13.283°W / 8.433; -13.283
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[1], and a former vice president of Sierra Leone, Solomon Berewa.

References

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  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.

8°26′N 13°17′W / 8.433°N 13.283°W / 8.433; -13.283