FUNERALS IN GHANA Funerals in Ghana are not just an occasion to mourn but also an opportunity to celebrate the life and pay respect to the departed soul. Ghanaian funerals these days are very elaborate and it is very common with families spending lots of money on funerals than on weddings. Funerals are now…
BIRTH IN GHANA – HOW TO NAME A CHILD Birthing a child in Ghana is widely seen as a joyous occasion for parent, extended family, friends and society. Children in Ghanaian society represent fertility, wealth, status and continuity of family lineage. Outdooring and naming ceremony Naming a child is a significant part in…
MARRIAGE IN GHANA Every country has its own different types of marriages that are legally acceptable. In Ghana, marriage is not just a moral and legal union between a man and a woman to live together as partners, but also a union between families. The marriage can either be monogamous or polygamous depending on…
5 FANTASTIC FESTIVALS Ghana is a country known for its traditional festivals, music and dances. Festivals are without a doubt one of the best ways to experience the rich and diverse Ghanaian culture. Most festivals take place after the harvest and their purpose is not only to give thanks to the gods, but also…
ETHNIC GROUPS OF GHANA For the purpose of this blog post, we cover the most predominant ethnic groups in Ghana. It is however worth noting that there around 100 different groups! Ghana is most definitely a culturally and ethnically diverse country! The Ga-Adangbe people reside mainly around Accra as well as throughout the…
YOUR “MOVING TO GHANA” GUIDE Have you packed everything you’ll need for Ghana? Do you have all the right paperwork in place? Do you know what to expect? This handy checklist will help you to prepare for your big move to West Africa*. If there’s anything we haven’t covered here that you’d like to…