WHERE TO MEET AND NETWORK IN ACCRA The expat networks in Accra are well developed so meeting other people and getting acquainted with a social circle of like-minded individuals will not be difficult. Unlike other countries where it’s harder to break into these circles, you will find the openness amongst expats in Ghana refreshing.…
12 SIGNS YOU ARE INTEGRATING INTO LOCAL GHANA LIFE There comes a time in every expats life when they suddenly stop what they’re doing and think to themselves “Wait a minute! Did I just say/think/do that?” Every new country you live in shapes and moulds you in some way or another. It will influence…
11 THINGS I WILL MISS ABOUT GHANA By Lisa Gibson Here are just some of the things that I absolutely love about Ghana and will definitely miss one day when it’s time to say goodbye and close this chapter! 1- The descriptive and often hilarious signs on the side of the road advertising…
10 THINGS LIVING IN GHANA HAS TAUGHT ME, By Lisa Gibson Living in Ghana has definitely shaped me over the years and given me a new perspective on life in general. It was recently our five-year anniversary living here, and it got me thinking back to those very early days and how much I’ve…
10 THINGS ONLY EXPATS WILL UNDERSTAND There are some things that only expats will understand and chatting amongst your fellow expats, you might laugh about (or commiserate over) a few of these! That absolute feeling of joy when you find one of your favourite items from your home country in the local store!…
NEW DESTINATION – HOW TO HANDLE THE TRANSITION & HOW TO PREPARE FOR A NEW COUNTRY An international relocation can be exciting but it can also be a bit daunting as well, especially as there is so much to think about and take into consideration – from the kids’ new schools, to where you…
WHERE TO MEET AND NETWORK IN ACCRA The expat networks in Accra are well developed so meeting other people and getting acquainted with a social circle of like-minded individuals will not be difficult. Unlike other countries where it’s harder to break into these circles, you will find the openness amongst expats in Ghana refreshing.…
11 SIGNS YOU ARE INTEGRATING INTO LOCAL GHANA LIFE There comes a time in every expats life when they suddenly stop what they’re doing and think to themselves “Wait a minute! Did I just say/think/do that?” Every new country you live in shapes and moulds you in some way or another. It will influence…
HOW TO STAY IN TOUCH WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS WHEN LIVING ABROAD Expat life is a challenge in itself, but possibly one of the most difficult parts is losing touch with your loved ones in your home country. Unfortunately, due to time and distance constraints, it is not always easy to find enough quality…
11 THINGS I WILL MISS ABOUT GHANA By Lisa Gibson Here are just some of the things that I absolutely love about Ghana and will definitely miss one day when it’s time to say goodbye and close this chapter! 1- The descriptive and often hilarious signs on the side of the road advertising…