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Doing Business
in Ghana
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Music festivals
Ind!e fuse • M.anifestivitie
m.anifestivities
p. 10
Key Ghana • volume 12 / 2013
nov & dec
Republic of Ghana’s Booth
at the Summit Expo
contents
4
Doing Business
in Ghana
Practical tips on how to
make the most of your
business trip to Ghana.
8
Coming events
Discover Accra’s music,
performing arts, galleries,
sports etc.
16
map
Doing Business in
Ghana Forum explored
the exciting investment
opportunities Ghana offers
Explore Accra
This travel map includes
streets & locations
18
beyond Accra
Discover Ghana beyond
Accra this month we
feature the Eastern
Region
22
Entertainment
index
Discover Accra’s many
venues for music, film &
theater
Guest speaker from IBM
24
Dining index
From fine dining to street
food in Accra
26
Shopping index
Shop at neighborhood
markets to unique
boutiques
28
Accommodation
index
Luxury to budget hotels
and holiday rentals
30
Transportation
index
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Becca - performs at the 68th
United Nations Day on Nov. 8, p.9
Doing Business in Ghana
doing
business
in Ghana
Business continues to thrive and
evolve in Ghana. Here are some
useful tips on how to make
the most of your visit.
tip
1
Toss out all
Expectations
Embrace the
differences. When
something goes wrong,
which it will, laugh and
act in a humourous way.
Remember that a smile,
a shake of your head
and a laugh will take
you a lot further than
being angry, frustrated
and shouting.
Insider tip from Steve Wallace
Don’t be surprised if your business meeting starts with a prayer -- which is often
more than a modest moment of silence for reflection. Increasingly, both government and business meetings begin with heads bowed and an invocation. There
seem to be few qualms about mixing religion prior to a government meeting or
introducing some evangelizing in the boardroom to an extent likely unfamiliar, if
not uncomfortable, for those coming from a more secular tradition.
STEVEN WALLACE, Founder/President of the Omanhene Cocoa
Bean Company, oversees the strategic direction of Omanhene
and divides his time between the US and Ghana.
Doing Business in Ghana
Doing Business in Ghana
NO.tip
tip
3
4
Eat like a
local
your
onLook
dressing
best
Don’t be afraid to eat cooked
Always greet someone first. Ask them how they are
doing first, then after they have answered and returned
the greeting, you can start to ask your question.
Republic Bar & Grill
tip
2
Relax your
concept of time
It is not unusual for
Ghanaians to be up
to two or more hours
late for a meeting.
People usually
just wait. Likewise,
don’t be surprised
if guests arrive late
to a business event,
unless it’s an official
function. But don’t
risk arriving late
yourself, you will
never offend anyone
by showing up on
time.
Watch Accra empty
on the weekends
as people return to
ancestral towns and
villages for funerals.
Funerals are big
business and command attendance.
Indeed, a surprising
amount of underthe-radar business
is done outside the
formal confines of
a ministry office or
boardroom. Trying
to meet a moverand-shaker and
can’t get past the
gate-keeper? Find
out what funeral they
will be attending that
weekend!
- STEVEN WALLACE
Ghanaians generally
like to dress well.
They will spend time
ironing their dresses
and polishing their
shoes before heading
out the door. The most
acceptable clothing
for men, are nice
pants, a collared shirt,
and sometimes a tie.
Shorts are generally
viewed as reserved
for school children.
Women usually wear
conservative dresses,
skirts, or pants and
blouses.
food at the road-side kiosks.
For less than $5 you can
Use your right hand!
To eat, to shake, to
handle money (or
anything else) is a
must. Using the left
hand is considered
rude and dirty.
Photo from Accra [dot] Alt
get a full meal very quickly.
If that’s too adventurous for
you, choose other local spots,
just don’t fall into the trap
of thinking that you have to
eat all your meals in western
establishments.
While popular perception outside Africa is that women suffer discrimination due to
gender, the situation is far more nuanced -- especially so in matrilineal Ghana. From
Supreme Court Justices and corporate managing directors (Ghana’s CEOs) to the
market women who often clear many thousands of dollars a day, women play a subtle
but often determinative role in everything from government policy to family finance.
It’s not always obvious, but women wield almost gravitational power in many matters
of love and commerce: from whom their brothers marry to how family money is spent.
- STEVEN WALLACE
tip
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On Mobile
Phones
You have two choices: buy a cheap
phone when you arrive for less than
$20 these include a SIM card, or
get an unlocked phone before you
leave and buy a SIM card when you
arrive. To add minutes, purchase
scratch-off phone cards ($1-20)
which are sold everywhere.
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coming events
IND!E FUSE
Save the Rex!
December 7
The Rex
6:30 pm
Ghana’s oldest cinema
house opens as an
alternative creative
space for art, music
and film come see:
Kwaku Ananse, Koo
Nimo and This House
is Not For Sale. (p. 14)
Abebuu
Adekai
Photo by: ONEFOTOS
4th annual IND!E FUSE concert
Alliance Française - December 12-14
The coolest artists from Ghana and beyond perform
in an exciting live music concert event. IND!E FUSE
is the largest African indie music showcase in West
Africa and highlights the best in hip hop, AfroBeat,
traditional fusion, soul, electronic and rock music
www.afaccra.com (p. 10)
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November 15
The Alliance Française
Opening at 6:30 pm
These colourful
objects, are not only
coffins, but considered
real works of art. Originally they were mostly
seen in rural areas with
traditional beliefs, now
they have become an
integral part of local
funeral culture. (p. 13)
Dela Botri
music
November
1 Hewale sounds!
Dela Botri CD Launch
The premier performance
of musician Dela Botri and
choreographer Yawuza
Alhassan’s album Adidon
Gbani ! A revival of the
traditional Ga Adowa,
Kpalongo and Gome
music and dance, taking us back to the way
it was performed in the
late fifty’s. Adidon Gbani
emerges from Sobom a
research development
presentation to premier
in April, 2014. This show
is in cooperation with the
Alliance Francaise Accra.
Free, Goethe-Institut, 7 pm
8 Atenteben and the
Warriors A nontraditional
musical group live in concert! Their fusion of flute
rhythms combined with
other traditional instruments such as xylophone,
gome, gonje, kpanlogo
drums, dono, bells and
rattles create an exotic
blend of traditional African
music. Each member has
taken pride in mastering several traditional
instruments. Their band’s
leader is Kofi Adjetey
Quarshie former member
of Hewale Sounds. The
aim of Atenteben and the
Warriors is to preserve,
develop and promote neotraditional and contemporary music. Free. GoetheInstitut, 7 pm
8 68th United Nations
Day Celebrations
United Nations and
partners present a cultural
night: Building Community Resilience through
Culture. Enjoy the cultural
expressions of Ivorian
refugee communities in
Ghana through artistic
performances tailored
to portray strategies
in strengthening their
resilience and social cohesion. Artists include: the
ManhBoya and the WazziCultural troupes from
the Ampain and Fetentaa
Refugee Camps. Also
performing are Becca, a
sensational music icon,
the Ghana Dance Ensemble and the Goje Dance
Group of visually impaired
persons. Free. Alliance
Française, 6 pm
u Kouyate Neerman +
Tayuta
Lansiné Kouyaté, balafon
Lansiné Kouyaté and David Neerman
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events- music
events- music
driveway and kebab stand
in front. 6 -9:30 pm
December
ert Ind!e Fuse
The 4th Annual IND!E
FUSE features the coolest
artists from Ghana and
beyond in an exciting live
three day event, it is the
largest indie music showmaestro from Mali teams
up with David Neerman,
electric vibraphone sorcerer to put you in an hypnotic trance with a unique
sonic landscape beyond
African music, rock,
jazz, electro. The duo is
pushed to new heights by
a new groovy rhythm section composed of David
Aknin and Antoine Simoni. Concert sponsored by
Institut Française. 10 Ghc
/ 5 Ghc for AF students
and members, Children
under 12 free, Alliance
Française, 8 pm
between Golden Tulip
Accra Hotel, Afrikiko & THavana. Saturday Dance
Workshops and Grand
Finale Dance Showcase
will be held at the Alliance
Française, 7 pm, 25 Ghc
/ 12 Ghc for AF students
and member. For tickets
& info call AccraPremium
at 0240946655 or email
[email protected] photo by ONEFOTOS
l-z Accra Salsa
Congress
For Latin Dance and
Culture lovers, AccraPremium.com presents The
Accra Salsa Congress.
Featuring a World Class
Line-up of International
Salsa Dance Stars from
the US, France, Mexico,
the UK and Uruguay
who will teach dance,
perform and socialize.
Activities will take place
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music management,
international tour networks
and much more.
Dec 13: IND!E FUSE
Block Party 8pm, The
Republic Bar & Grill in
Osu, 5 Ghc. Join us for a
live street party with artists
and DJs spinning great
jamming music all night
long.
Dec 14: IND!E FUSE
7pm, Alliance Française
Accra Main Stage, 10
Ghc/5 Ghc for AF students
and members. Last time
more than 1000 hardcore music fans came out
to this finale! The Main
Stage show brings together
emerging and established
artists to rip the stage apart
with the help of a rocking
live band. Organized by
Accra Dot Alt.
Talk Party
; Talk Party Series En-
joy great discussions and
killer jams. At Passions
Premium Restaurant in
Osu Ringway, two streets
behind Country Kitchen or
one street behind Pippa’s
Gym. Look for an orange
lowrise building with a
case in West Africa and
highlights the best in hip
hop, AfroBeat, traditional
fusion, soul, electronic
and rock music.
Dec 12: SABOLAI Radio
Labs 9am - 4pm, Alliance
Française Accra Exhibition
Hall. Free. Learn all you
need to know to become a
working, independent artist. These pop-up labs will
engage artists, industry
experts and audiences
to openly share information on digital marketing,
copyright protection,
performance etiquette,
Ambolley
p Ambolley – Album
Launch
Known as the father of
rap, not only to Ghana but
M.anifest
to the world. This versatile, singer, songwriter,
producer and musicallife-force exploded on the
music scene with a jazzy
highlife sounds called
Simigwa-Do and is back
to launch another album.
10 Ghc / 5 Ghc for AF
students and members,
children under 12 free,
Alliance Française, 8 pm
a M.anifestivities
M.anifestivities 2013
is an end of year show
headlined by M.anifest
to thrill and thank fans
for their wonderful
support throughout the
year. This year, M.anifest
has experienced major
breakthroughs in Ghana,
winning 2 Ghana Music
Awards, earning another trip to the Channel
O music video awards
and fulfilling some of the
promise the BBC predicted in 2012. This year’s
show will feature all new
material off his highly anticipated forthcoming EP,
Apae: the Price of Free.
Joining him on the night
will be highlife legend, Pat
Thomas whose Golden
Voice has led him to many
awards and much international recognition. Expect
many other surprises and
come and experience the
best in contemporary Ghanaian live music! APAE!!!
More Vim! 7 pm, Alliance
Française, 20 Ghc / 10
Ghc for AF students and
members, children under
12 free.
Pat Thomas
ACCRA [dot] Alt High Street, [email protected] / accradotalttours.wordpress.com
Alliance Française Liberation Link, Airport Area Tel: 0302 77 31 34 / afaccra.com
Goethe-Institut 30 Kakramadu Rd (next to NAFTI ) Cantonments Tel: 0302 779 769 / goethe.de
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events - the arts
events - arts
aspects of this complex
funeral culture with a particular focus on clothes.
Free, Goethe Institut, 7pm
Tei Huagie
The arts / Literature
A melting pot of traditional and contemporary,
local and international talents make for an
interesting mix of art in Accra.
November
Traditional art from
Sirigu
Ghana’s Upper East
Region has long been
known for the red, black
and white designs that
adorn the earthen walls
of its houses. Historically,
the newly built houses of
the Frafra people were
covered in plaster and
embellished with geometric and figural designs by
the women of the community. Alliance Française
is welcoming some of
these women from Sirigu
to paint the next temporary mural and replace
the beautiful one that was
done by NMA. For two
weeks, crafts from Sirigu
will be sold at Alliance
Française Accra (potter12
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ies, canvases, baskets, tie
& dye, etc).
Oct 30: 7pm - Launch of
the new mural painting
Nov 8: 4pm - Presentation
by Faustina on the artistic
tradition of Sirigu, artist
and member of the Sirigu
Women’s Organization for
Pottery and Arts (SWOPA)
Alliance Française, Exhibi-
the proverbial drawer, are
for the first time made
accessible to an interested
public. The work, ranging from the ephemeral,
to the mundane, to the
bold, will be shown in
the domestic setting of
an authentic apartment.
Goethe Institut. Exhibition
ends Nov. 22
tion ends Nov 15
Tei Huagie
Currently showing at the
recently opened New
Gallery, works of Ghanaian artist, Tei Huagie, with
paintings, sculpture and
furniture and fashion.
Nubuke Foundation,
Exhibition ends Nov 30
t Book Launch – Funeral Fashion in Ghana
An innovative art book
realized through the collaboration of Ghanaian
historian Professor Irene
Odotei and Swiss artist
Lisa Meier. These photos
and texts show distinctive
y Abebuu Adekai: cof-
fins like nowhere else
Dedicated to develop the
art initiated by his grandfather, Seth Kane Kwei,
in the 50s, Eric Adjetey
Anang is recognized in
Ghana as a unique coffin
maker, he is renowned
abroad as an artist and a
designer and is regularly
invited to present his work
at international events,
and is involved in educational projects. Opening at
6.30pm. Alliance Française (Exhibition Hall),
until Dec 11
s The Place
Baba Musah Swallah
explores the phenomenon
of illegal migration from
Africa to Europe, inquiring
into contested pressures,
desires and sociopolitical
structures that motivate
some African youth to il-
legally migrate to Europe.
In a series of mixed
material works on canvas, wood, and glass, he
reflects upon the personal
loss of two of his friends.
Playing with the tension
between dreams/ desires
and harsh realities, he
documents and opens up
dialogue on the quest for
greener pastures outside
of Africa. Goethe Institut,
Exhibition ends Dec 5
Ghana Voices Series
Every last Wednesday of a
month. Literature Reading
in cooperation with www.
writersprojectghana.com.
Free. Goethe-Institut
y Kommen Sie Nach
Hause- An international
traveling Exhibition
Ideas, second thoughts,
sketches, and the remains
of abandoned projects
in the form of objects,
books and photographs,
culled from the depth of
The Kane Kwei Carpentry Workshop
Alliance Française Liberation Link, Airport Area Tel: 0302 77 31 34 / afaccra.com
Goethe-Institut 30 Kakramadu Rd (next to NAFTI ) Cantonments Tel: 0302 779 769 / goethe.de
Nubuke Foundation 7 Adamafio Close, East Legon Tel: 233 289102163 / nubukefoundation.org
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Film & Puppetry
November
7
Dichter und Kämpfer
(Rhymers and Rivals)
by Marion Hütter, Documentary, 89 min, 2012,
Literature as a live act,
poetry flung out to a large
audience and word-acrobatics on demand. Director
Marion Hütter follows four
German poetry slammers
over a year as they perform
and rehearse, and also
records their lives beyond
their role as rhymers and
rivals. Goethe Institute,
7pm
y The Master of Coffins – Eric Adjetey
Anang & his work
26mn documentary film,
directed by Luis Nachbin
for Matrioska Filmes, Rio
de Janeiro, 2013. The
screening will be followed
by a discussion with Eric
Adjetey Anang. Alliance
Française, 6:30 pm
change the lives of those
he loves. A roller coaster
of events sweeping
through a magical puppet world questions the
manipulative use of power
and how easy we become
someone’s puppet. This
narrative addresses social
issues ranging from abuse
of power, to child trafficking, child labor, poverty,
critical thought, and education. Kwabena Danso
collaborates with Master
Puppeteer J.C.Abbey, the
Noyam African Dance
Institute, the Foundation
for Contemporary Art and
musicians and poets from
the Ehalakasa movement. 2Ghc / 1Ghc for AF
students and members,
Children under 12 free.
Alliance Française
December
7 Kwaku Ananse
by Akosua Adoma Owusu
Obibini Pictures opens
one of Ghana’s oldest cinema houses as an alternative creative space for
art, music and film with
second showing of Kwaku
Ananse, Ghana’s sole
winning film at the 2013
Africa Movie Academy
Awards. A creative retelling of a fable about a part
man part spider starring
Koo Nimo, Grace Omaboe, and first-time actress
and singer, Jojo Abot.
The film will be screened
with live music accompaniment by Kyekyeku,
This House is Not For
Sale, Koo Nimo and his
Adadam Agofomma
Group. 5 Ghc/3 Ghc for
AF students & members,
Children under 12 free,
Rex Cinema, 6:30pm
November
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and
Creative Arts, and the Ministry of
Energy and Petroleum marked this day
under the theme “Tourism and Water:
Protecting our Common Future”
The theme is sought to
focus on tourism’s significant role and contribution to worldwide water
conservation efforts. It
offered a platform to urge
all stakeholders to join
day included a tour of the
Atuabo Gas processing
plant and a grand durbar at
Nkroful, birthplace of Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.
There was also a tour to the
famous and unique village
built on stilt, Nzulezo.
Dignitaries that partook
in the event included the
2nd Lady of the Republic
of Ghana, Mrs. Matilda
Amissah-Arthur, Ministers
of State, some members of
the Diplomatic Community,
Members of Parliament,
among others.
global World Tourism Day
campaign and continue to
devise innovative solutions
to ensuring sustainable
access to water resources
across the country. Activities carried out to mark the
k La Paillote Takpekpe: Koliko A young
boy discovers the power of
asking questions and uses
it to understand society.
He uses his knowledge to
Alliance Française Liberation Link, Airport Area Tel: 0302 77 31 34 / afaccra.com
Goethe-Institut 30 Kakramadu Rd (next to NAFTI ) Cantonments Tel: 0302 779 769 / goethe.de
Rex 7 Central Makola district
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Beyond Accra discover unique wildlife, historical monuments
and so much more.
Wildlife
Shai Hills Resource Reserve
The closest wildlife park
to Accra. The vegetation
of Shai Hills is dry, coastal
evergreen savannah and
40% of the park is made
up of hills covered with
dry forest. Major wildlife
to be seen include olive
baboons, green monkeys,
kobs and bushbucks, as
well as monitor lizards,
pythons and snakes. Bird
lovers will also find many
bird species including
the Senegal Parrot, Grey
Plantain Eater, Hornbill,
Red Northern Bishop and
Violet Turaco and many
more. Don’t miss a to visit
to one of the three caves,
Adwuku, Sayu or Hiewey
Mole National Park
Castles & forts
Cape Coast Castle
After the passage of
numerous foreign powers,
this castle became a British
possession in 1664. Millions
of slaves were shipped
to the Caribbean and the
United States through this
castle before becoming
the seat of British colonial
administration. The
cannons still face seaward,
stirring the imagination
to scenes of exploration,
discovery and great
tragedy. The Museum
of West African History,
describes the role that
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these great structures
played in the slave trade.
areas for the human cargo
of the infamous slave trade.
Elmina castle
Fort St. Jago
Ten kilometers west of
Cape Coast Castle, Elmina
Castle is the earliest known
European structure in the
tropics. Built in 1482 by
the Portuguese during
early world exploration,
the castle was taken over
by the Dutch in 1637, who
retained control for 274
years. Inside the vast
fortification is the first
Catholic church in SubSahara Africa. The Castle’s
damp, unlit dungeons
served as horrific holding
Walking distance from
Elmina Castle, this fort
unlike others was not used
for trading activities but
provided military protection
to Elmina Castle. Be sure to
bring your camera since it
provides an excellent view.
Axim - Fort Santo Antonio
Built by the Portuguese
in 1515 and expanded
between 1642 and 1872 by
the Dutch. It is now run by
the Ghana Museums and
Monuments Board and is
Mole is about a 1 hour
drive from Tamale.
Tamale is about 600 km
from Accra (a 13 hour bus
ride, or a 1 hour 20 min
plane ride)
The largest of its kind
in Ghana. Its savannah
woodland and forested
areas cover a staggering
space which measures
just less than 5000 square
kilometers. You can
expect to see antelope,
elephants, baboons,
warthogs, buffalo,
hyenas and if you’re
very lucky, a leopard.
Lions have recently been
re-introduced to the park
as well. There are also
more than 250 species of
birds to enjoy. The park
has a simple motel with
a pool and restaurant
located directly above the
elephants’ bathing pond.
Owabi Forest Reserve and
Bird Sanctuary
15km from Kumasi
Winter home to a variety
of migratory birds as well
as tropical birds who
live there year round.
Also home to hundreds
of the endangered
Mona Monkeys. Further
to the northeast is
the Bomfobiri Wildlife
Sanctuary, containing the
spectacular Bomfobiri
Falls. The salt marshes of
the Songow Lagoon are
also worth seeing.
Lake Volta
At Akosombo Dam, board
the Yapei Queen ferry
and cruise up massive
Lake Volta on a 24-hour
trip past wooded hills
and farming villages and
into Ghana’s arid north,
docking at Yeji.
Amansuri wetland
90 km west of Takoradi
A complex of peat, swamp
and mangrove forests,
flood plains, and sandy
shores with streams,
rivers, a fresh water lake,
lagoons and the sea as
environmental features.
It is the largest intact
swamp forest in Ghana
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beyond Accra
open to the public. Look
for the beautiful off-shore
islands and lighthouse.
and home to
many species of plants
and animals. Ninety-three
of these species made
up of reptiles, mammals
and birds are of global
and national conservation
interest.
Birding
Ghana Bird Walks
Join a monthly bird walk
on the last Saturday of
every month from 7am to
9am. The birding
site and meeting point
for each month will be
communicated.
Contact Samuel Temidayo
Tel: 0234237732
[email protected]
or Reuben Ottou
Tel: 0244 893 528
[email protected]
Bobiri Butterfly Sanctuary
Located 30km from
Kumasi and about 25km
from Konogo, along the
Kumasi-Accra highway.
Tel: 024 646 5993,
A bewildering experience
as clouds of mud-puddling
Whites and Yellows
take flight as well as
Swallowtails and Pure
Gold or Red Gliders,
Mother-of-Pearls’. The
butterflies are plentiful.
There are also very
good guided tours of the
plants, explaining their
interesting commercial
and medicinal uses. The
guesthouse on site serves
basic food, and has a
pleasant staff.
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Eastern Region
With its striking landscapes, lush tropical forest, cascading waterfalls, weaving
and bead-making, this region is a rich blend of dramatic landscapes, historic
relics and traditional culture. The region’s natural highlights include the Aburi
Botanical Garden just 45 minutes from Accra, Lake Volta one of the world’s largest
man-made lakes, Boti Falls near Koforidua and Mount Krobo for hiking and rock
climbing. The villages and towns are part of the richness of this region, at Mamong
visit Ghana’s first cocoa plantation. Further north admire the craftsmanship and
back-breaking work that goes into making the traditional Ghanaian beads at the
Cedi Bead Factory in Odumase-Krobo or at the bead market in Koforidua.
Aburi Botanical Gardens
A 65-hector garden with
a variety of beautiful
indigenous and exotic
plants set in a peaceful
parkland, that seems to
have a special ambience.
Tetteh Quarshie
This small farm covering
about an acre of land is the
oldest cocoa plantation in
Ghana. The cocoa seeds
are believed to have been
brought from Fernando Po
Island by Tetteh Quarshie,
who set up the farm in 1879.
Ghana went on to become
the second largest producer
of cocoa beans in the
world after the Ivory Coast
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the best time to go to Boti
Waterfalls, just north east of
Koforidu. From the car park
there is very hot and humid
hike up 200 steps, through the
tropical jungle, to a spectacular
and refreshing two headed
waterfall. Continue with a
thirty minute walk under an
impressively sheer cliff to the
nearby Umbrella Rock for a
great view of the the eastern
regions striking landscape.
Akosombo
Umbrella rock
Boti Falls
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Nsawam
Koforidua
Aburi
Akosombo
Dam
Cedi Bead
Factory
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Somanya
Tet teh Quarshie
Mampong
Adeiso
Mount Krobo
Mount Krobo
For the more adventurous,
Ghana offers sport, traditional,
top roping climbing, as well as
bouldering opportunities for
climbers of all range of abilities.
Check out ghana-mountaineers.
com for detailed trips.
Cedi Bead Factory
The owner of the Cedi bead
factory, who is a true artist,
gives personal tours of the
bead making process. You will
never look at a bead the same
way again.
STAY
Aylo’s Bay
A row of self-contained
chalets on the river.
Tel: 233 (0) 243230288
aylosbaylodge.com
Volta Hotel
Akosombo
Tel: 233 (0) 544357703
voltahotel.net
Hillburi
Aburi
Tel: 233 (0) 244385008
hillburi.com
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Hillburi
Aburi
Tel: 233 (0) 244385008
hillburi.com
VIS IT
Aburi Botanical
Gardens Aburi
Aburi Woodcarvers
On the main road to Aburi
Boti Falls
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The capital of the Eastern
Region, it is a pleasant and
lively town with an important
market. It is of particular
interest to craft lovers
Koforidua
because of its bead market
maximize the experience,
in the center of town, which
plan to spend a lot of time
is only open once a week,
there, be creative, buy a
Thursday morning, but on
variety of beads and have
that day it is the place to be
finished products made
in town. The bead makers
on the spot to your exact
and traders attract people
specifications.
for all over Ghana with an
Boti Falls
overwehlming variety of
After a decent rainfall is
new and antique beads. To
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Monkey Sanct
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and more than 3.2 million
Ghanaians rely on cocoa
today for their livelihood.
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Tetteh Quarshie
Mampong
Boti Falls
Just north of Koforidua
Umbrella Rock
30 min walk from Boti Falls
Cedi Bead Factory
Odumase-Krobo
Agomanya Market
Wednesdays and Saturdays
between Krobo and Kpong
Akosombo Dam
Akosombo
gettin g t here
You can get a trotro from
Accra’s Circle or Tema
Station going to Koforidua
for about 5 cedis or a taxi
for about 80 cedis. The
ride is about 2 hours on an
amazingly paved road up
through picturesque winding
mountains.
Cedi Bead Factory
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Entertainment
arts & culture
meet here to have a drink and a game.
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Alliance Française Accra
Liberation Link - Airport Residential
Tel: 0302 773 134
An upscale lounge/sports bar specializing in
cocktails with fancy bar snacks frequented by
ex-pats and locals alike.
A large producer of cultural events in Accra,
including live music, poetry readings, theater,
art exhibits and much more, that reflect the
diversity and the quality of France and Africa’s
artistic offer. afaccra.com
The Lexington
next to Paloma Hotel, Kokolemle
Tel: (0) 240 959 406
Next Door Beach Resort
Beach Road, Teshie (opposite the
Military Academy)
Tel: 024 4318697
Live music on weekends, Sunday afternoons catch some traditional song and dance
performances.
The one2one Bar
Mövenpick Hotel, Central
Robi’s Dutch Pub
nightlife
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Aphrodisiac
35 Osu Badu Street, Dzorwulu
Tel: 0302 766 738
DJs serve a mix of hip hop and R&B, hip life,
garage and techno. Ladies night on Thursdays.
Fridays DJ Flava Nite open from 11pm - 6am
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+233 jazz bar & grill
75 Ring Rd, North Ridge
Tel: 0244 276 027
Ghana’s premiere jazz and live music club.
Open until 4 am on week-ends
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Cuzzy Bro
Troas St, Osu
Tel: 026 608 6003
Formally known as the Irish Pub, this is
Ghana’s newest family venue, revamped with a
whole new menu, outdoor garden bar, cocktail
lounge and live entertainment.
Duplex
2nd Kuku close off oxford st, Osu
Definitely the most down to earth place you
will find.
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Jokers
Labadi Road, La
Tel: 024 4370752
Not very far from La Beach, this is a very
popular place to play pool, tourists & locals
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Drama / music
A chic cocktail bar where you can escape,
socialize and launch your evening in style
to the sound of African lounge music or live
performances.
The Republic Bar & Grill
3rd Lane Kuku Hill, Osu
Tel: 024 631 4044
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This place has quickly become the hot spot
in Accra. Like the every-week-kind-of-spot to
chill, catch up with friends, and listen to some
cool music over beer and food. They have live
music every Wednesday.
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Robi’s Dutch Pub
Dade walkstreet 14, Labone
Tel: 0242201087
The only authentic Dutch pub in Ghana, with
Dutch cuisine, beer, music and ambiance.
film
Silverbird Cinema
First Floor, Shop 39, Accra Mall,
Tetteh Quashie Interchange
Tel: 021 823270-4
silverbirdghana.com
Goethe-Institut
30 Kakramadu Rd, Cantonments
Tel: 0302 779 769
Regularly show films on Thursdays. www.
goethe.de
National Theatre of Ghana
South Liberia Road, Central
Tel: 0244272884
This elegant and imposing theater is the hub
of music and theater in Accra. It houses The
National Symphony Orchestra, The National
Dance Company and The National Drama
Company. It is also a regular venue for Ghana’s
world acclaimed satirist Kwaku Sintim-Misa
popularly called KSM.
Nubuke
foundation
7 Adamafio Close, East Legon
Tel: 028 910 21 63
nubukefoundation.org
Enjoy programs ranging from drama and music
to art exhibitions, poetry, and films.
Art
Afia gallery
No. 2 Liberia Rd Ext, Osu
Tel: 0302 681465
Packed with local wood carvings and crafts.
afiavillage.com
TEL: 0244 114719 / 5
Workshop of Seth Kane Kwei who invented
the famous design coffins in the 1950’s which
are carved into shapes that represent something
important and relevant to the deceased person,
such as a fish, airplanes, etc. Meet Eric Adjetey
Anang, grandson of Kane Kwei, and hear
stories about these fantastic coffins.
history
Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum &
Museum
High St., central
Tel: 233 671 610
An obligatory visit for history buffs. Dr.
Nkrumah serves as a loose approximation of
George Washington for Ghana. This museum is
an introduction to a complex personality. It is a
great source of information, including photos of
Nkrumah with a wide range of world leaders,
his books, his clothing, and artifacts.
National Museum of Ghana Accra
Barnes Rd, central
Tel: 021-221633
Established in 1957, this museum’s collection
ranges from pre-historic, archaeological
discoveries, to colonial antiquities and exhibits
of contemporary African art. Don’t miss the
outdoor sculpture garden. Open from 9am 5pm Tuesday through Sunday
W.E.B. Dubois Center
2nd circular Rd, Cantonments
This is the home, library and final resting place
of American-born crusader for social justice,
William Edward Burghardt DuBois.
Artists Alliance Gallery
Omanye House. Beach Rd, La before
LaPalm Hotel
Tel: 0245251404
A fantastic African modern art gallery located
right on the coast. The gallery is huge and
more museum-like; three floors of fabric,
paintings, sculptures, and odds and ends like
coins and games.
Hershel Gallery
Mankrato St, East Cantonments
Tel: 0243380668
herschelgallery.com
Kane Kwei Carpentry Workshop
Teshie First Junction
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dining
dining
Cantonments Rd
Near MTN store
Tel: 030 2773754
Osu
chop bars
Mama Mia
African
Ghanaian
Village
Restaurant
La Palm Royal
Beach Hotel
No 5 La Bypass Rd
Tel: 0302 215100
La
Buka
10th Lane
Tel: 030 2782953
osu
Christine’s
Unique Café
150m off Ring Rd
at Nima Junction
Tel: 0302 222 265
Chez Afrique
Near Yemoh
Plaza
Tel: 030 2911591
East Legon
Country
kitchen
2nd Ringway
Estates
Tel: 0302229107
Osu
Le Grand
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Ecuyer
Ring Road,
just west of
Danquah Circle
Tel: 0302 768 64
Maquis Tante
Marie
5th Norla Link
Tel: 0244612832
maquistantemarie.com
Labone
Next Door
Restaurant
Beach Rd (op.
the Military
Academy)
Tel: 024-4318697
next-door.com Teshie
Old Bob’s Place
Niger Hse,
59 Okadan
Tel: 028 8266378
Osu
The Orangery
Crepe
& salad bar
Farrar Ave
Tel: 030 2232988
Adabraka
papaye
Chicken
Republic
Cantonments Rd
south of Papaye
Tel: 030 2775496
Chop Bars range from
a woman serving dishes
out of a bowl on the side
of the road to sit down
spots with full kitchens.
Here are few that we
recommend:
Osu
Asanka Local
18th lane
Tel: 0302786328
Royal Dragon
Chinese
Restaurant
La Palm Royal
Beach Hotel
No 5 La Bypass Rd
Tel: 0302 215100
This is good place to
go if you are looking
for a local experience.
Find delicacies like
Banku, fufu, soups,
chicken etc. osu
Auntie Muni
Waakye
off Josiah
Tongogari St &
orphan cres.,
TEL: 233246980070
Though it looks like
little more than a
roadside stand Aunti
Muni’s is one of the
most popular spots
for weekend Wakeye.
Cantonments
Peace Palace
off of 6th st
accross ecobank
osu
seafood
Captain Hooks
4 Kakramandu St
Tel: 0302762228
Cantonments
fast food
Barcelos
Op. Dynasty
Chinese
Tel: 030 2933784
Osu
KFC
Cantonments Rd
Osu
ASian
La
Dynasty
restaurant
Oxford St
Tel: 030 2775496
Osu
Nobel House
Kuku Hill, Salem Rd
Tel: 0302785151
Osu
Zion Thai
Restaurant
Okodan &
mission St
Papaye Down
Tel: 054-996-7644
Try spicy penang
curry, true pad thai,
and lots of vegetarian
options. Afterwards,
enjoy a sweetened
Thai iced tea. Osu
Padthai
Restaurant
10 Monrovia Rd
Tel: 0302962788
East Legon
italian
Arlecchino
674 Oxford St
Tel: 0245 410 403
Tel: 030 2771999
Osu
Osu
Bella Roma
Fourth Lane
Tel: 024 74 74 007
Tandoor Indian
near Land Tours
Tel:0243 151 417
Osu
Labone
Eddy’s Pizza
66 Ring Road
Tel: 54 413 3397
lebanese
central
Il Cavaliere
Pezzo
Accra Polo
Grounds
Tel: 0302 823131
Airport Res
Mama mia
Pizzeria
7th Lane
Tel: 0244 264 151
Basha
Kojo Thompson Rd
Niagara Hotel
East Legon
indian
Heritage indian
off Salem Rd
Noble Chinese
Restaurant Bldg
Tel: 0302785151
Osu
Koh-I-Noor
Grisfarm Hotel
off First
Osu
honeysuckle
bar
Ring Rd
Tel: 030 2780774
Also serves French
food. Osu
Cuzzy Bro
Troas St
Tel: 026 608 6003
Bus Stop Bar
& Restaurant
The Venue
Adamafio link
Tel: 024 3323425
El gaucho
Abrebrensem
Tel: 0289117575
British
western
Airport Res
spanish
Le Magellan
Restaurant
Ring Road East
at Labone
Junction
Tel: 0302 777 629
Osteria Michelangelos
House No.3
Nortei Abadio St
Tel: 024 4233533
Picasso
Crown
Apartamento
Premises
Tel: 0302771712
central
Adabraka
Osu
Airport Res
Sankofa
Restaurant
Mövenpick Hotel
Tel: 0302611000
Tel: 0302220930
Adabraka
The Lexington
next to the
Paloma Hotel in
the Kokolemle
neighbourhood
Tel: 0240 959 406
Osu
Osu
French
La Chaumiere
215 Liberation Rd
across ShangriLa Hotel
Tel: 0302772408
Airport Res
Serves deep fried brie,
bruschetta, burgers,
pulled pork.
Café Chez Des
Amis
Liberation Rd,
Across from
French Embassy
White Bell
Cnr Farrar Av
Adabraka
Tel: 0302227066
Le Must
No 28, Orphan
Crescent
Tel: 0244661069
Frankies
Cantonments Rd
Tel: 0302 77 35 67
Osu
Little Indian
Sunshine Salad
Bar
11th Lane
Tel: 030 2780599
Osu
North Labone
Nicolino
Alliance Française
s Liberation Link
Tel: 024 462 9656
Airport Res
Le Tandem
6 Mankralo St
Tel: 030 2762959
Livingstone
Safari
near Akai House
across from
Kohinoor
Tel: 024 6485135
Osu
Japanese
3121 Sushi
14th Lane
Behind Barclays
Tel: 026 777 3121
Seafood-grill, cocktail
bar & cigar lounge,
sushi/teppanyaki bar
[email protected]
Monsoon
41 Oxford St Osu
above Osu Food
Court
Tel: 030 2782307
Cafe
Josie’s Cuppa
Cappuccino
3rd Close,
Tel: 030 2773412
Airport Res
‘N’ café
Nubuke
Foundation,
TEl: 028 910 21 63
EAST LEGON
brunch
melting moments
No. 78/5, 1st
Norla St
Tel: 0302770834
Labone
Labadi Beach
Hotel
No.1 La Bypass
Tel: 030 277 2501/6
La
La Palm
Royal Beach
Hotel
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shopping
shopping
markets
Jewelry
Makola Market
Kojo Thompson Rd
Pmmc
Mark Cofie Building
Tel: 233 (0)302664579
Dominated by women this bustling market of
Accra is situated right in the center of the city.
There you will find: jewelry, fabrics, plastic hair
decorations, traditional Ghanaian glass beads,
batiks, wigs, bags, shoes, toiletries, as well as
shea butter, fish, beans, meat, vegetables, fruit,
flour, eggs, pots & pans, grills and much more.
Find diamonds and gold directly from local
small-scale miners . Find a variety of jewelry we
especially love the unique jewelry representing
traditional Ghanaian symbols. pmmcghana.com
central
Malata Market
Elephant Walk Rd
malls
Accra Mall
Spintex Rd, Tetteh Quarshie
Interchange
accramall.com Airport Area
supermarkets
Koala Supermarket
Off Danquah Circle at Cantonments Rd
Tel: 0302773455
Excellent assortment of local and imported
goods; bread selection is highly recommended.
Carries Cottage Farms frozen pork.
koalashop.com.gh Osu
shoprite
Accra Mall
Tel: 0302823020 Airport Area
crafts
Centre for National Culture
28th February Rd
Tel: 021 664099
A sea of stalls selling arts and crafts. It is also
referred to as the Arts Centre. This is the
place to shop in Accra for crafts. The level of
aggressive hassling may discourage you but if
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Pure cotton fabric with a subtle mix of elegance
and color. Osu
Kiki clothing
Accra Mall
Tel: 020 817 4362
Unique ethnic designs for children and adults.
Airport Area
Inka
La Crescent
TEl: 233 20 030 8618
central
If you want a true local market experience, you’ll
find it here. No tourists, no African masks,
no tourist handcrafts, but you will have the
opportunity to eat some authentic Ghanian fare
DA viva Boutique
17th Lane
Tel: 0289529770
Exquisite hand crafted African jewellery
Osu Nyaniba Estate
Ohema Ohene opens her first shop at Nubuke Foundation.
you have the patience you can come away with
good-quality handicrafts from all over Ghana.
central
Loom
117 Kwame Nkrumah Ave
Tel: 0302224746
Sells spectacular paintings as well as
woodcarvings, fabrics and statues. central
Global Mamas
14th Lane
Near Koala Supermarket
Tel: 24 453 0467
globalmamas.org Osu
Wild Gecko Handicrafts
Near Tetteh Quarshie exchange
Tel: 030 250 8500
Unique handcrafted furniture, household
decorations, accessories & jewelry.
www.wild-gecko.com Cantonments
Woodwork
ABURI CARVING CENTer
Akwapim Ridge On the way to the
Aburi town center
Here craftmen can be seen at work on
magnificent carvings and drums which are
available for purchase. If you are feeling
creative, you can actually design your own
piece. ABURI
modern Art
Artists Alliance
Omanye House
Tel: 0245251404
A fantastic African modern art gallery located
on the coast. Packed with artistic expression.
Three floors of art, sculpture, carvings and
artifacts. The best part is that most of it is for
sale. artistsallianz.com LA
bookstores
Silverbird bookstore
Accra Mall
Tel: 030 282 3270-5
Current fiction, nonfiction, business and
religious books. Airport Area
University Bookshop
University of Ghana Legon
Tel: 0302 500398
Current fiction, nonfiction & textbooks. Great
if you are looking for books by local
authors. Legon
Winglow
13 Mensa Wood Street
Tel: 0302510321
Exclusive embroidered wear for women and
men. Western styled clothing in African print.
Interior decoration utilizing a blend of African
and other fabrics.
www.winglow.com East Legon
Aya Morrison
23 Nii Bonnie Crescent
Tel: 0302 956 355
Handbags, African print swimsuits & accessories
Dzorwolu
ajePomaa Design Gallery
No.8 Addo Close
TEl: 026 564 5284
For gorgeous clothes East Legon
Ohema Ohene SHOP
Nubuke Foundation,
7 Adamafio Close
TEl: 233 (28) 910 21 63
Higher
East Legon
Link
Higher Link
For fast and easy customs
clearing and forwarding
fabric & fashion
Located at the aviance cargo village
Woodin Boutique
Oxford St
Tel: 0302764371
Priscilla: (233) 244145647
Joe: (233) 240066188.
White: (233) 233540898759
John: (233) 245045033
A temple of high fashion fabrics. 14 artists
create ever changing designs. Osu
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accommodations
accommodations
resorts
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Labadi Beach Hotel
No.1 La Bypass, Accra
Tel: +233 (30) 277 2501/6
[email protected]
Beautiful and well maintained. Includes a
health club, an outdoor pool, a fitness facility,
and a children’s pool, a business center, small
meeting rooms, and secretarial services. la
La Palm Royal Beach Hotel
5 La Bypass
Tel: 233 30221 5100/5111
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Featuring 152 rooms, each with its own private
balcony, laid out in chalet fashion, creating the
feeling of a village complete with 8 bars and
restaurants, large swimming pool, souvenir
shops, fitness center & casino. la
Luxury
The African Regent
237-238 Airport West,
Tel: 233 302765180
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A refreshing taste of Africa in a classy
establishment. Enjoy an enviable collection of
African Art. A spa, a health club, outdoor pool,
a fitness facility, wireless Internet in public
areas. Cantonments
The Aknac Hotel
Trasacco Valley
Tel: 233 302824235
theaknachotel.com
In the peaceful suburbs of Accra near Trasacco
Valley within easy reach of the city centre.
This boutique hotel offers style, charm and
personal service. Includes a restaurant, bars and
an outdoor pool. Complimentary breakfast and
wireless internet access.
The Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel
Independence Ave, Ridge
Tel: +233 302611000
moevenpick.com
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Ideally located in the central business district
of downtown Accra, close to major financial
institutions, the International Conference Centre
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Starlite Lodge
No 2 Volta River Ave. Teshi-Nungua
Estates
Tel: 233 302 712829
starlitelodge-ghana.com
and government ministries. The Hotel has 260
rooms include 61 Executive Club Rooms, 15
Junior Suites with balconies and view of the
Swimming Pool, one Ambassador Suite & a
320sqm Presidential Suite.
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from $20 w/ breakfast
Pink Hostel
Tel: 233-302-256710/256712
[email protected] Asylum Down
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Villa Monticello
No.1A Mankata Ave Link Airport
Residential
Tel: 233 302773477
villamonticello.com
A boutique hotel in the heart of Accra with
beautifully designed themed rooms - the
Marrakech suite is our favorite. Restaurant,
outdoor pool, full-service spa, bar/lounge.
Televisions with digital channels.
moderate
Afia African Village $65-170
2 Liberia Road Osu
Tel: 233 302681465
afiavillage.com
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Afia African Village is sensitively designed to
take full advantage of the expansive ocean views
and cooling sea breezes. Its traditionally styled
architecture evokes the very essence of Africa.
Singles, doubles and family suites. Breakfast
included.
Bojo Beach Resort $160-270
Off the Old Weija Barrier
Tel: 233.302.912.946
bojobeachresort.com
With 35 guestrooms and suites, this retreat in
the suburbs of Accra is perfect if you are looking
to be in the city but enjoy the privacy and
luxury of being far away. Enjoy the ocean and
mountain views as well as high speed wireless
internet.
Kokrobite
Hillburi Aburi $150
Gyankama
Tel: 0244385008
www.hillburi.com
Blending modern style with strong colonial and
African influences, lovely comfortable king size
beds, fluffy duvets and pillows and thick towels,
spectacular views overlooking the surrounding
from $20 (with continental breakfast)
Bedua Home Suites $40-60
Tel: 233-241-234-234
NO 58 Genesis Estates at Mariville off
Spintex Road in a gated community
Villa Monticello
hills. Includes a bar, restaurant, infinity
swimming pool. Aburi
Mahogany Lodge $175-195
No. 9, Kakramadu Link
Tel: 233-302-761162
mahoganylodge.com
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A very pretty courtyard with pool. Two
computers with free wireless.
East Cantonments
Bed & breakfast
Spintex Inn $60
#1 Fourth Nii Kwaofio Link, Spintex
Tel: 0207768243
spintexinn.com Spintex
Budget
Blue Royal Hotel $69-$129
No 36. 18th lane off Cantoment Rd
Tel: (0)302) 783075
blueroyalghana.com Osu
New Ampax Hotel $20-40
Achimota Rd. Pokuake Junction
Tel: (0)302-932158
ampaxhotelgh.com Asylum Down
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Frankies
Cantonments rd.
Tel: 0302 77 35 67
[email protected] Osu
huts & cottages
Big Milly’s Back Yard GHc17-125
Tel: 0249 999 330 or 0262 999 330
www.bigmilly.com
Twenty rooms, all have fans and are beautifully
decorated with African art. Double huts are
of local clay bricks with thatched roofs. Most
cottages are self contained. Several have A/C. 150
trees and a large menagerie of pets in the garden.
Entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights.
Kokrobite
holiday rentals
Legassi Gardens Apartments
ADDIS AVENUE,POKUASE JUNCTION,
NEAR ACP ESTATES JUNCTION
Tel: 233 277 522229
[email protected]
Furnished and serviced apartments, in serene
garden setting. Listen to our many birds, watch
our garden butterflies, and play a game of Oware
under the palm frond canopy! Convenience /craft
store on-site & vegetarian café.
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La-Paradise Inn
Tel: 233 302 762085
4th Ostwe Street South La Estate
In the heart of vibrant Osu area, these apartments
are surrounded by a diverse array of shops and
restaurants. Each apartment has a modern living
space, internet access and satellite t.v. Outside
enjoy the swimming pool and the tropical
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transportation
Domestic Air:
Antrak Air
Tel: (233) (0) 302 765377, 765378
antrakair.com
Wholly Ghanaian owned has flights to Kumasi,
Takoradi, Sunyani, Tamale and Wa.
Fly 540
Tel: (233) (0) 202 250 208
fly540africa.com
Offers internal flights to several locations
around Ghana. They fly from Accra to Kumasi,
Takoradi, Tamale and Sunyani.
Buses:
STC (State Transport Corporation)
Tel: (233-21) 221-912 or 252-835 or 221-314
The main, government owned and operated,
intercity coaches. You should buy the tickets
in advance so that you are given an assigned
seat. Buses from Accra to Tamale leave daily
at 7am and 3pm, a 9 am bus continues on to
Bolgatanga. Buses from Tamale to Accra run
daily at 6.30am and 4pm, Kumasi at 7am
(10am weekends). A service from Tamale to
Takoradi runs twice a week, at 8am on Tuesdays
and 3pm on Saturday.
VIP
Tel: 0544357030, 0544357038
[email protected]
Air conditioned clean buses to Kumasi. There
are two levels of bus – one with larger seats
and more leg room for marginally more money.
Buses run frequently all day and night. A good
alternative for a long drive.
OA Travel and Tours
Tel: 0243-3177620
Tamale: 0242-767694 / 0208-083644
Kumasi: 03220-41925
200m from STC station in Accra, OA offers
very new buses for a reasonable price. Leaving
at 3pm daily from Bolgatanga to Accra,
GHc30.00. It leaves Tamale to Accra daily
at 5pm, for GHc25.00. Booking tickets in
advance is recommended.
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Car Rentals:
Atlas Rent-A-Car
Tel: 024 427 7871
ghana-car-rentals.com
Tel: 0.264.264.246
ghana-car-rentals.com
A one-stop-shop for online car hire in Ghana.
With a wide selection of vehicles for personal as
well as business car rental needs.