by GreenViews | Sep 10, 2025 | Ghana
If you have spent time in Ghana you might have overheard the name nyanya at a market stall, in a kitchen, or even during a cleansing bath! Nyanya is a small, bitter leaf that is eaten, brewed, blessed and sometimes whispered about with a mix of respect and caution. ...
by GreenViews | Sep 6, 2025 | Economy, Ghana
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,...
by GreenViews | Sep 1, 2025 | Ghana
If you’re wondering how to move to Ghana, this 30-day guide will help you settle quickly and confidently. There are many things to keep in mind and mistakes to avoid before moving to Ghana, and once you have figured your packing list for Ghana, you need to prepare for...
by GreenViews | Aug 28, 2025 | Ghana
The talking drum is one of the most representative symbols of traditional African culture. This sophisticated hour-glass shaped drum can mimic the tone of human speech and it’s used not only to communicate through long distances, but also in ceremonies. In this...
by GreenViews | Aug 25, 2025 | Accra, Quality of life
Accra is becoming a fitness-conscious city, with gyms popping up in nearly every neighborhood, fitness influencers gaining social media traction, and more people making health and wellness a part of their lifestyle. If you’re into sports and new to the city, keep...
by GreenViews | Aug 20, 2025 | Accra, Quality of life
Domestic help keeps many Accra homes running: cleaners, cooks, nannies, drivers, security guards and tutors. Finding domestic help in Accra is relatively common, but the process involves careful planning, trust, and understanding of the local norms. This guide will...
by GreenViews | Aug 15, 2025 | Accra, Ghana
In recent years, Ghana has made significant strides in digitizing its identification systems to improve governance, financial services, and national security. One of the most notable developments is the Ghana Card Registration, a biometric national identification card...
by GreenViews | Aug 12, 2025 | Ghana
In Ghana, twins aren’t just siblings, they’re considered sacred. Among the Ga people of Accra and its coastal towns, the birth of twins is more than a biological event; it’s a spiritual moment and the heart of Akweley Suma twin festival. It’s believed that twins...
by GreenViews | Aug 8, 2025 | Ghana
When the skies open up in Ghana—especially during the major rainy seasons from April to July and September to November—Accra’s streets can quickly turn chaotic. Flash floods, traffic gridlocks, and health hazards become part of daily life. Whether you’re a...
by GreenViews | Aug 5, 2025 | Ghana
Roadsides, savannah edges, and sacred groves across Ghana are home to a humble yet potent plant: Calotropis procera, better known as the sodom apple or, in local slang, the Abasa leaf. Revered by the Ga-Dangme, Dagomba, and Akan peoples alike, this resilient shrub...