Takoradi is one of the twin cities that comprise Sekondi-Takoradi, located in the Western Region of Ghana. It serves as a primary component of the region's capital and the largest city within the area.
The city functions as a major industrial and commercial center for the region. As of the 2021 census, the combined population of the twin cities is 245,382 people. The metropolitan area is currently governed by Mayor Frederick F. Faidoo, while Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah serves as the member of parliament for Takoradi.