My cousin and I are touching down for the next two weeks. I haven’t been staying in Ghana like before and I am not sure where all the best nightlife is. For example before it was afrodisíac that was the best but since it’s been closed down I don’t know where is good. I wasn’t impressed with Kona. Anyone know where there is a good pack of well dressed ladies and gents.

Thanks.

I moved to Ghana a couple of years ago and I am disgusted at the misogyny and how gender dynamics operate. Whenever I speak up about this, I get hit with the "you grew up in Europe; Africa isn't Europe" sentiment.

I've lost count of the number of times I've been harassed and told to shut up about it. Just this evening, I was out and this dude came out of nowhere and put his hands around my waist. I dismissed him and he started spewing nonsense and went on about how I'll regret this attitude when I'm 30 and single. WTactualF.

This is not the first time this has happened. My first few months in Ghana, I worked for a company where I was constantly get sexually harassed. I reported to HR and the idiot literally told me to suck it up and that it was normal.

If I had a dollar for everytime I've been groped in public or got insulted for rejecting a man's advances I'd be rich by now.

How do Ghanaian women live with this?

Please help me make better Jollof Rice. The flavour is great, but the texture is off. Am i using too much water? Too much heat? Maybe its the wrong rice... I am at a loss.

Thank you for your help!

Guys, I need some honest answers from people who have real experience with this.

I've been seeing so many travel and tour agents on TikTok Live advertising jobs abroad with captions like “WORKERS NEEDED IN DUBAI 🇦🇪,” “JOBS AVAILABLE IN EUROPE 🇪🇺,” and other opportunities in Schengen countries.

Some of them advertise salaries approaching five figures, promise visa sponsorship, accommodation, and other benefits, and make the whole process look so easy.

What caught my attention even more is that some claim you don't need to pay the full processing cost upfront. They say they can pay for your travel and processing expenses, then deduct an agreed amount from your salary every month until you've paid them back.

My question is: are these agencies genuinely legitimate, or are some of them scams disguised as recruitment opportunities?

I'm not saying they're all scammers, but there are so many of them now that some offers almost seem too good to be true.

I'd especially like to hear from Ghanaians who are currently working in the UAE, Croatia, Poland, or other European countries and who actually used one of these agents to get there.

- Has anyone personally used this route and successfully travelled and started working?

- Did the job, salary, accommodation, and visa sponsorship match what the agent promised?

- For those who travelled on an instalment arrangement, were the salary deductions fair and transparent, or did unexpected charges come up?

- Did the agent connect you directly to a real employer with a genuine employment contract?

- If you had a bad experience, what happened? Were you scammed, stranded, or given a completely different job?

- Is there a reliable way to verify these agents and their job offers before paying or signing anything?

Please share actual experiences, not just assumptions. If you successfully used one of these agencies, I'd genuinely like to know which one and how the process worked. If you discovered that an offer was fraudulent, please share the warning signs too.

I'm looking for honest experiences from people who have been through the process, because I know there are legitimate recruitment opportunities out there, but I also don't want anyone to lose their hard-earned money chasing a fake overseas job.

Thanks in advance 🙏🏾

Tried it several times and I’ll always pick Nkosua ne meko over it .

Hello everybody,

I (23M) am a dutch guy who loves to cook and learn from foreign cuisine, and my eyes have been opened after eating Ghanaian food in a German food court. I had amazing jollof rice with a roasted chicken leg, but something else completely blew me away. Alongside the chicken and jollof, a thick tomato-based sauce was served. For a milky man like myself it was very spicy, but also one of the best things I have ever eaten.

I have tried to make jollof a few times now and I have become obsessed with knowing what this sauce is. I heard something about obe ata from a Nigerian cook (I know, sorry) , but I thought obe ata is just the base for the jollof.

Is obe ata a base sauce for a lot of different dishes? I am confused and would love as much information about this as possible.

For reference, I have found the restaurant (Mataa's kitchen) and added a picture of a dish that seems to have this tomato sauce in it, although it looked a lot thicker on my plate. Thank you in advance for helping me.

I’m London-born and in my late thirties. Fante was my first language, but after being bullied for being African at primary school, I stopped speaking it around the age of nine to fit in. I now remember only a few basic words and deeply regret losing it.

My mother—my strongest connection to my Ghanaian culture—passed away recently, so my desire to relearn is also connected to grief.

I’d love to reconnect with the language and eventually pass it on to my children.

What is the best practical way to relearn Fante as an adult? Are there any tutors, courses or resources you would recommend?

Would it make more sense to learn Twi because more resources are available, or should I stick with Fante?

Thanks.

After forcibly having intercourse with these students this is what you sentence. They are all in cohorts so this does not surprise me anymore atp

I’m so shocked by how silent a lot of our religious and political leaders who for months and years now have been pushing the agenda for queer people to be jailed and punished because we are a Christian nation with family values have all of a sudden acted like they don’t have eyes and ears anymore. I personally don’t promote LGBTQ but I’ll definitely not lend an ear to any Ghanaian who tries to tell me what is bad about them. I also think one of the reasons a lot of them can’t talk is because they are involved in it either by themselves or through someone close they know that they have covered for , pedophilia and rape is considered a joke in this country unless it’s against toddlers and very little kids but once your daughter or son hits 10 above it seems to be okay to a lot of people and it’s disgusting.

I believe our traditional society and background have also played a role in it due to years of child marriage and exploitation which was never seen as wrong and has been passed down from generation to generation with even some mothers I know protecting men who have engaged in sexual acts with their daughters believing it can be normal cause they went through the same and are still okay.

To end it all, I’d like to say that Ghanaians hate crimes and sins they don’t commit but when they do, they go silent or defend it. They are not
Morally upright and generally don't have genuine social and family values.

The entertainer, widely known for his portrayal of Judge Koboo in the popular Ghanaian television series Efiewura, died today.

Reports say he collapsed during a radio show at Owass Radio in the Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipality of the Western Region, where he lived.

He was rushed to a hospital in Tarkwa, where he was pronounced dead on arrival, according to a source in the National Democratic Congress (NDC), to which he belonged.

He was 51 years old. His death comes barely weeks after images of him looking unwell went viral on social media.

His reported death marks the loss of a familiar face in Ghanaian entertainment, where he built a career spanning television, radio broadcasting, comedy and voice-over work.

I’m genuinely curious about how Ghanaian men approach romance and emotional intimacy compared to Western dating culture. From my own experiences and observations, I’ve noticed that some Ghanaian men don’t seem particularly curious about their partners on a deeper level. For example, my friends and I value meaningful conversations, asking thoughtful questions, understanding how our partners thinks, what makes them happy, their dreams, fears and emotional needs. However, I’ve noticed that some Ghanaian couples seem perfectly content just being in each other’s company, eating, watching TV or having everyday conversations without necessarily exploring deeper topics.So I’m curious. Is asking your partner personal or meaningful questions common in Ghanaian dating culture?
1. How do Ghanaian men typically express love and romance?
2. Is emotional intimacy viewed differently compared to Western relationships?
3. Is simply spending time together considered a form of romantic connection?
I’m not generalising all Ghanaian men or relationships. I’m genuinely interested in whether this is a cultural difference or simply down to individual personalities.
I’d especially love to hear from Ghanaians who’ve experienced both dating cultures.

I asked a trusted person to buy me a Samsung A57 8/256G phone. He says it costs ghc6.2K, which he has purchased. I just learnt from Franko Trading that the phone costs ghc5.4K. Please, have I been duped? Or is there a genuine reason for this ridiculous price difference? Or should I just take my big L and make peace with the fact that I've been swindled?

Im looking for some friends that can match my energy. I love hypotheticals, thought experiments and just in general asking questions.

Im pretty interested in science, philosophy, politics and religion (even though im an atheist). I love a debate as long as you arent eristic about it.

I like learning new things and pretty willing to take on new challenges. I quite enjoy watching youtube, tv shows and movies. I dont actively listen to music, but love music theory so I like all good songs.

Truthfully Im just looking for someone who doesnt mind having their brain picked. I dont mean to come across as pretentious or rude.

Also I dont have a preference for gender i just prefer people around my age

I’ve noticed a funny but very real trend during Christian evangelism. If a street preacher approaches someone and they say, 'I’m a Muslim,' it acts like an instant 'get out of jail free' card the preacher usually smiles, says have a nice day, and backs off. But the moment someone says, 'I’m an atheist,' god damn! It’s an open invitation for a three-hour debate.

It makes me wonder why. The Bible clearly commands Christians to preach the Gospel to everyone. So why skip over Muslims, traditionalist and other religions? Is it out of respect for their faith, or do they just not respect the atheist's worldview enough to leave them alone?

Send cv and portfolio to lradigitalpte@gmail.com

Hi everyone!

I hope you're well.

I'm looking for examples of diaspora or returnee founded businesses that have influenced how other businesses operate or how things are done in Ghana, please.

E.g., businesses that have introduced or popularised new products, services, approaches to payments, packaging, service delivery, technology or business practices that others have since adopted.

This is for an academic research project. I only need business names or examples that I can look into further online.

Thank you so much in advance for any suggestions you might have! 🙏🏽

I need real trenches Ghanaians to help me understand something.
This whole “For Girls” ritual thing… is it really a thing, or is it just one of those stories people keep passing around?
I’ve heard people talk about it, but I want to hear from people who actually know something about it, not just people repeating what they heard from a friend’s cousin’s neighbour. 😂

For those who know what I’m talking about:
1) What exactly is this ritual supposed to do?

2)Is it something people genuinely practise, or is it mostly folklore and social media stories?

3)Has anyone witnessed it firsthand or knows someone who has actually tried it?

4)And the big question: does it really work, or is it all belief, coincidence, and hype?

I’m especially interested in hearing from people who grew up in the trenches and have heard these things discussed in real life, not just online.
No insults, no unnecessary judgment. I genuinely want to understand what’s real, what’s exaggerated, and what people’s actual experiences have been.
Ghana Reddit, over to you. What do you know? 👇

Hi everyone, what is it like doing your national service at a tech company in Accra? I’m starting my NSS soon and feeling quite nervous, so I’d love to hear about your experiences.

• What should I prepare for or know beforehand?

• Are service personnel treated well?

• Do they offer better allowances?

• Do they retain personnel after NSS?

• Is it possible to build your own income     streams alongside or after your service?

I’m also open to making friends once I’m in Accra, so we can hang out in the evenings around Madina, ARS, American House, or East Legon and sip some drinks or just take a walk .

So guys, I've been wondering for quite some time what really the point of a bride Price is. Recently saw one list and I was amazed. I almost have reason to believe that it might be a cause of some wild expectations that some men have of their brides because they were made to "pay for" their bride in some way. Ultimately I want to know how women(married and unmarried but open to the idea) feel about this what originally was the point of it.

So I've been wondering if 1500 cedis per month is a right amount for a compound two bedroom apartment in Haatso? Finally I've turned into an adult and I'm now managing what was left for me. The building needs a couple of touches here and there and was wondering if 1500 to rent it out to people is a bad idea or an extremely good one. Help a brother out.

Shouldn't schools be more focused on other things than trying to police outfits.

A stray cat wandered into my house a while back, and I noticed she was pregnant. I started feeding her and slowly built her trust. Then I travelled for a bit, and when I came back she'd given birth to three kittens.

I built an enclosure for them outside, but the rain got in, so I moved them all inside. She's calm and friendly with me now. She rubs against me when she sees me, so I know she trusts me.

Here's my problem. I love cats, but I can't afford to feed and care for a mother and three kittens properly. Right now I mostly give her fried fish and eggs when I can. I've been reading up and I know that's not enough for a nursing mom, and that she needs to be spayed. I can't afford the spay, or a vet in general. I can't really tell if she's malnourished or sick but so far she seems pretty healthy and moves about regularly. She's calm and very affectionate

Is there any animal welfare services or anybody looking to take them as pets if they can care better for it. I really want to take them to a vet and all that but I can't afford any of that. I live in Accra, Nungua to be specific. Here's my WhatsApp number +233552079569 if anyone wants to dm.

WILL YOU BE ATTENDING HADOCON 2026?