The country of Ghana is home to just one natural lake, which was created by a meteorite impact around 1 million years ago. The lake is considered sacred and there is a traditional taboo against touching the water with iron. Modern boats are not considered appropriate and traditional wooden boats are used instead. Despite this, […]
King Bansah, who is an African monarch…
King Bansah, who is an African monarch, lives in Germany and works as a mechanic while also ruling his kingdom in Ghana.
In Ghana, second-hand clothing imported from abroad…
In Ghana, second-hand clothing imported from abroad is referred to as “obroni wawo,” or “dead white man’s clothes.” It serves as a source of income for many Ghanaians and provides clothing for some of the world’s poorest people. However, some argue that this trade is detrimental to Ghana’s own garment industry and culture.
Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first president…
Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first president, ran and won his campaign from prison. Once elected president, he released himself.
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Ghanaian coffins
Ghanaian coffins represent and celebrate the life of those buried in them. This casket was built for a fisherman.