Gentiluomo813
American expat in Ghana
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About me
American
Lives in Accra
Registration: 22 August 2014
Looking for connection by Rsvp2k
I am visiting Ghana in few months for just visit and I am looking to make some local connection and know about the place. I am also interested in traveling around Ghana. Any recommendation you folks may have? Would much appreciate any help you can ...
Well for starters you did well, however I hope you did not rent (book) a car for the entire period (a few months you said?), unless you got a good transferable deal from your home country. Rentals in Accra are pretty hefty, because there is no ... Read More
Looking for connection by Rsvp2k
I am visiting Ghana in few months for just visit and I am looking to make some local connection and know about the place. I am also interested in traveling around Ghana. Any recommendation you folks may have? Would much appreciate any help you can ...
You have to be a little specific about your basic interests, you also have to at least have an idea about certain attractions and concepts about how Ghana is portrayed through internet search. If you express a serious desire this way, you will have ... Read More
Cost of living in Ghana - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Ghana, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...
Cost of living in Accra. Generally speaking it is extremely cheap to survive in Accra. For a US expatriate if you convert every purchase you make into dollars, you'd find things are reasonable, you only find yourself paying a little more for the ... Read More
Following fashion in Ghana
I don't think Ghanaians have a fashion industry, however they have instant exposure to international fashion and work overnight to copy. It's nice to witness, I personally get blinded by too much bright colors. I prefer my khakis and pastel ... Read More
Best international schools in Accra by Cindanix
Hello, I am moving to Accra from the UK this summer and have two sons who I would like to send to a good international school. I have looked at Ghana International School, Lincoln Community college, British International School, American ...
My 9 year old attends Association International and I can guarantee that it is probably the best international school in Ghana based on administrative management and quality of education and your child's social wellbeing. Although you have the ... Read More
Best international schools in Accra by Cindanix
Hello, I am moving to Accra from the UK this summer and have two sons who I would like to send to a good international school. I have looked at Ghana International School, Lincoln Community college, British International School, American ...
2 years ago I started a research online to relocate my kid from an American School system to Accra. I was able to follow up with the ground work to all the above schools. You may trust my opinion and personal experience, but Association ... Read More
boarding schools in Ghana by mrs moodie
any advise on boarding schools in ghana olanning on sending our daughter shes 12 are they any good. any good stories.
Hey there Ms Moodie, you should get the rest of your information online, fees vary for different purposes and options you elect. I'd also suggest you check out ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL. In my opinion the best kept International School Secret in ... Read More
Speaking Twi in Ghana by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Twi is essential for a successful integration in Ghana. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Twi? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language course in ...
Your response is sound and subtle, but not withstanding the fact that it is not unilaterally accepted that Twi is the lingua franca of Ghana. There are many Southern indigenous people who do not accept this premise, based on the historical fact that ... Read More
Bringing back my bride from Ghana.
My friend, your tone and plea for information and advise comes across as though, your main objective is to get her out of Ghana, more than a desire to get married happily ever after. Because of the abuse of privileges and immigration protocols, ... Read More
Studying in Ghana
Ghana is a very unique and lucky country, perhaps because of our legacy with British Colonial rule. We have such well envisioned institutions but their functionality comes into question when you examine the ultimate goal and output of all our ... Read More
landlord not making repairs to rental
Unless the repairs are critical to your health and safety, I'd suggest you take the plunge, but knowing Ghanaian landlords, consider it a personal loss. Besides lacking a property maintenance culture, he does not have your welfare at heart. ... Read More
Adapting to the climate in Ghana
Just left Accra on Thursday to Atlanta, and as much as Atlanta weather is predictable , Accra weather isn't. I almost fell like I left from a ski trip in Accra heading to sub sahara Atlanta. Let's not conceal the fact that Ghana can ... Read More
ACHIMOTA MALL Misbehaviour of staff
Waheed, don't ever assume that because you are in the capital city with lots of modern facilities and seemingly civil looking people, you will have a pleasant experience. Majority of the personnel are peasants with extreme attitudes. Worse of ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Ghana? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Ghana, would you heartily say "let聮s do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
There is truth in everyone's comment, incidentally I am a native of Accra, born and bred, when I was growing up in Accra the population of the country was about 8 million and surging, I doubt that Accra was over a million. Life was pleasant, ... Read More
fast moving vehicles Muslim funerals by Mitzee
Last week my family and I were dangerously ran off the road by a procession of fast moving coaches and large vehicles. Literally physically pushed off road by a large vehicle. What is the criteria with this? Seems massively dangerous and ...
The only appropriate part of your comment is admonishing Mitzee about the broad sweeping title targeting a specific religious group, but I don't think your attitude about people having to accept the status quo is a healthy response. I hope that ... Read More
fast moving vehicles Muslim funerals by Mitzee
Last week my family and I were dangerously ran off the road by a procession of fast moving coaches and large vehicles. Literally physically pushed off road by a large vehicle. What is the criteria with this? Seems massively dangerous and ...
I was about to make a similar comment but then I read the first response. If you'be been driving in Accra for just one day, I can bet you have encountered similar or worse situations from the general public. All of these activities are illegal, ... Read More
Beeping of horns!
Amazing! When in Rome do what the Romans do, except Roman's don't do a lot of stupid things. I find myself doing the unimaginable to stop people from acting like primitive savages, and slowly I am becoming one. Few months ago went to the ... Read More
Received appliance based on wrong description by ItsMac
Hello All, I purchased a Midea washer and dryer combination from Electroland in Ghana. They delivered it along with refrigerator and stove and I paid. After reading the manual and installing it I discover that it is only a washer. However, their ...
What happened to your washer and dryer combo incident????? Read More
Received appliance based on wrong description by ItsMac
Hello All, I purchased a Midea washer and dryer combination from Electroland in Ghana. They delivered it along with refrigerator and stove and I paid. After reading the manual and installing it I discover that it is only a washer. However, their ...
Hi Safwat, hope all's well with you. Would you kindly let us know what transpired in your effort to get some information and details on your previous order. Thanks Read More
Received appliance based on wrong description by ItsMac
Hello All, I purchased a Midea washer and dryer combination from Electroland in Ghana. They delivered it along with refrigerator and stove and I paid. After reading the manual and installing it I discover that it is only a washer. However, their ...
I don't know what it is about Ghana, but it just seems like everything is designed to fool you and take advantage of you. I have tried shopping for a washer dryer unit at Palace and Melcom too a while back, and these sales personnel are amazing. ... Read More
Tips and advice to thrive in Ghana by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Ghana? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
Indeed Safwat, As you have so humbly requested, could you graciously send me an email contact, and I will give you a PDF. file of a book I created for my daughter. You may email me at xxx Thanks and best wishes. Read More
Tips and advice to thrive in Ghana by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Ghana? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
Hi there Safwat, Welcome to Ghana, specifically Accra the capital. Undoubtedly Ghana is a remarkable international city where the locals have this incredible ability to welcome foreigners with open arms. Nonetheless, since you've made a lot ... Read More
Driving license in Ghana by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Ghana? What are the formalities to get a driver聮s licence in Ghana? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
Please try and distinguish between Driving School and Drivers License fees and regulations or both. Read More
Driving license in Ghana by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Ghana? What are the formalities to get a driver聮s licence in Ghana? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
Not true. Should cost under 200 cedis all legitimate fees. If you too stressed to do it yourself, you might find a middleman to extort about 375 cedis for that backdoor service. Best wishes! Read More
Driving license in Ghana by Armand
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in Ghana? What are the formalities to get a driver聮s licence in Ghana? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thank you for participating ...
Quite often we get a lot of old postings resurfacing, and just when you about to get engaged how realize it's a 4 year old topic. Still some try to give responses that are invalidated. In Ghana rules don't matter, they just make them up as ... Read More
Looking for people in/ out of Ghana for a reasearch on gold
Dear Konadu, not to pour cold water on your efforts to assist Hannah from Hamburg, but I would think that the young lady has absolutely no clue about all that you posted. Please try and be circumspect and represent Ghana graciously. Best wishes Read More
Transforming rural economies in the emerging markets by marklmquinn
Dear expats I probably should have introduced myself 2 years ago when i first moved to Ghana, however better late than never. My name is Mar, i am 54, single and i originate from England. I left England when i was 18 on a one way Freddy Laker ...
Nice one Mark, wish you the best. Will try catching up with you soon as I arrive in Ghana. Quite compelling adventure, yet admirable and tantalizing! Read More
British international school
The infrastructure of most of these schools are incredibly impressive, and I believe that is what they use as a selling point. About 3 years ago i tried to make an inquiry into enrolling my 4 year old daughter at the time. During my orientation, ... Read More