Akwidaa is a small town and fishing village in Ahanta West district, Western Region of Ghana.

This is due to its location in a low-lying area adjacent to a wetland and river mouth.

This resulted in most of the residents evacuating inland, which would become Akiwidaa New Town.

It is believe to be named after a man who transported people over the Ezile River during Dutch colonial times.

[1] With the discovery of oil in the district, Akwidaa have been a point of interest for investment.