Rainy Season in Ghana: 8 Places to Avoid in Accra During Heavy Rains
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...
The Sodom Apple: A Living Symbol of Ghanaian Manhood
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...
Tenancy Agreements in Ghana: All you need to Know
Moving to Ghana for work or business opens up a world of opportunity, and finding the right home is a crucial first step. If you’re looking to rent an apartment in Accra, you’ll want to understand the nuances of a tenancy agreement in Ghana, from legal...
How to Get Around in Ghana without Google Maps
Stepping off your flight into Accra’s humid air, you might instinctively reach for your phone. But in Ghana—even in major cities like Accra, Kumasi or Takoradi—Google Maps can leave you more confused than confident. Getting around Ghana can be challenging when streets...
Tribal Marks in Ghana: A Living Tradition of Face Scarification
Few practices capture the imagination of any outsiders like tribal marks in Ghana. For centuries, these African tribal marks have served as indelible symbols of identity, lineage, and spiritual protection. In Ghana’s Northern region, where community ties run deep and...
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...
Marriage Rites in Ghana: From Tradition to Modernity
Marriage rites in Ghana are far more than ceremonial formalities: they are profound expressions of spirituality, culture, and communal bonds that unite not only two individuals but entire families and communities. From the vibrant libations poured in honor of...
Traditional Worship in Ghana: 6 Historic & Ancient Practices
Before the arrival of “modern” religions in Ghana like Christianity and Islam, the people of what is now Ghana practiced various indigenous religious traditions deeply rooted in their culture, community, and environment. But how did traditional worship take place in...
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...
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