Takoradi: The Strategic Hub Powering Ghana’s Oil Industry
The city of Takoradi stands as a symbol of industrial strength and economic promise in West Africa. It has transformed in the past two decades into the beating heart of Ghana’s oil and gas industry. Since the discovery of offshore oil in commercial quantities in 2007,...
Cobla Boys of Accra: Ghana’s Young Shoe Repair Hustlers
In the busy streets of the major Ghanaian cities, you can’t miss them: the cobla boys. These young men—sometimes older artisans too—carry tiny wooden workshops on their backs, ready to polish, clean or repair your shoes on the spot. More than just shoeshiners, they...
The Partnership Between Fishermen and Fishmongers in Coastal Accra
At Accra’s coastal regions such as Jamestown, Chorkor, La, and Teshie—the Ghanaian fishing industry is visible and is deeply embedded in daily life. This sector supports thousands of families and operates through a strong, time-tested partnership between fishermen and...
How the Baobab Tree Sustains Life in Northern Ghana
In the dry, open lands of northern Ghana, one tree stands out above the rest: the baobab tree (Adansonia digitata). People call it the “tree of life” because it survives long droughts, stores water in its thick trunk, and offers food, medicine, shelter, and even...
20 Ghanaian Proverbs and Their Meanings
Ghanaian proverbs are the backbone of Ghana’s oral tradition, a living archive of ancestral wisdom passed down through generations. They reflect the values, beliefs, and worldview of Ghanaians, offering insight into morality, relationships and community life. In our...
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