Understanding Pesewa: The Subunit of Ghanaian Cedi

Pesewa is a unit of currency in Ghana. It is equal to 100 Kobo, and it is the subunit of the Ghanaian cedi. The word "pesewa" comes from the Akan language spoken in Ghana, and it means "shilling" or "money".

In Ghana, pesewas are used for everyday transactions, such as buying food, transportation, and other goods and services. The use of pesewas makes it easier for people to perform calculations and understand the value of money, especially for small purchases.

For example, if someone wants to buy a bag of rice that costs 50 cedis, they would pay 50 x 100 = 5,000 pesewas. This way, the price is more manageable and easier to understand than if it were expressed in cedis alone.

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