A Simple Way To Access Public Transportation in Ghana
Getting around Ghana can feel overwhelming at first. This is especially true if you’re new to the country. The roads can get very busy, traffic heavy, and you might think you are running out of options. But here’s the good news: public transportation in Ghana is accessible, affordable, and full of character. In fact, you […]
Ghana Railway Projects: Connecting People to Cities in Beautiful Ways
For many years, Ghana’s railways told a forgotten story. Old colonial tracks fell apart, and trains stopped running. People relied almost entirely on roads. Highways clogged with heavy trucks. Accidents rose. Travel times dragged on. Trade slowed. But now, a new chapter is being written through Ghana Railway Projects. Fresh tracks are being laid. Modern stations […]
Healthcare in Ghana: The Best Firsthand Experience For Diasporans
When you move to a new country, healthcare jumps to the top of the list. You ask simple questions. Will good healthcare be available? Will I be able to afford it? And the list goes on. For diasporans, those questions matter most. They shaped my early weeks in Africa, and they will likely also shape […]
Gomoa Wonderland: The Complete Guide to a Beautiful Escape
When I first visited the Volta Region, I thought I had already seen the best of Ghana. But little did I know that Gomoa Wonderland would take my breath away. Perfectly nestled in the Gomoa Eduafo area, about 30 minutes from Kasoa, this piece of paradise invites you to let down your guard and soak […]
Lake Volta: A Story of the World’s Largest Man-Made Lake
One thing that truly caught my eye about Ghana is Lake Volta. Not only is it the world’s largest man-made lake, but it also carries a beautiful story of its formation and its value to Ghanaians both at home and in the diaspora. This incredible gem covers over 8,500 square kilometers of Ghana’s land—large enough […]
Africa’s Call to Sacrifice: Uniting Need With Promising Hope
Africa’s Call to Sacrifice is very loud in our generation. One thing going for us is that we are a continent blessed with natural wealth, a youthful population, and a deep cultural legacy. Ghana, in particular, stands tall as the first sub-Saharan African nation to gain independence in 1957 under the leadership of Kwame Nkrumah. […]
Cost of Living in Ghana: Helpful Tips You’ll Need
When people talk about moving to Ghana, one of the first questions that comes up is: what’s the real cost of living in Ghana? I’ve been here for a while now, and I want to share my first-hand experience. From housing and utilities to food, transport, and even leisure, I’ll break it all down so […]
Extending Your Stay in Ghana: A First Timer’s Easy Guide
Many travelers arrive in Ghana on a short-term visa, usually valid for 30 or 60 days. For me, traveling on my Jamaican passport meant I received 60 days. But once you settle in, you quickly realize that a few weeks is simply not enough. If you’ve moved here with long-term plans, extending your stay in […]
Problems in Ghana: Important Things To Know As A Diasporan
Ghana is not perfect. Most people consider moving there not because it is flawless, but because it offers a breath of fresh air from the pressures of the Western world. The truth is that nowhere is perfect and neither is Ghana. But just because there are real problems in Ghana doesn’t mean you should abandon […]
First Week in Ghana: Spirit Food For the Diaspora
My first week in Ghana was more than a relocation—it was a spiritual awakening. Consider the children of Israel, marching through the Red Sea, trying to escape Pharaoh, yet also trying to reach the other side before the waters closed in on them. Egypt had once given them the time of their lives—the food, the […]