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...
How Women’s Cooperatives In Ghana Are Transforming Communities
Women’s cooperatives in Ghana have risen as powerful vehicles for economic empowerment, and most importantly, poverty reduction. These cooperatives, which range from agriculture and handicrafts to financial services and entrepreneurship, provide women with...
How to Furnish and Renovate Your Home in Accra
Moving into a new apartment in Accra, Ghana (or taking on a renovation) can be quite the challenge. In this guide, you’ll find a step‑by‑step journey on how to renovate your new home in Accra: from imagining your ideal space to welcoming guests. Discover importante...
Afro Moses Sandals: Ghana’s Iconic Footwear
There is a unique piece of footwear in Ghana that has walked its way into the cultural identity of the region: Afro Moses Sandals. Commonly known as “Afro Moses”, these slippers are a symbol of the resilience of the Ghanaian spirit. Come discover the...
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