Ghana moved up one place in the latest FIFA ranking released on Thursday for the month of March.

The Black Stars are now ranked 24th in the world and third on the continent just before playing two friendlies against Mali and Senegal.

Ghana amassed 887 points and snapping at the heels of Asian champions Australia who remained unchanged in 23rd position.

African champions Ivory Coast maintained their position as the 20th best national team in the world and second on the continent.

Algeria also preserved their position as the 18th best team in the world.

Tunisia improved to 25th in the world andranked fourth in Africa and 25th in the world.

Cape Verde are Africa’s fifth ranked nation but 35 in the world after moving up five places.