Travel to Ghana to backpack, study, intern, volunteer, work,

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Backpacking or traveling in Ghana?

  • Ghana is one of the best travelable and developed countries in Africa (especially for example for Dutch people). It is relatively safe, the people are incredibly friendly and there is a huge amount to do within a short distance of each other. 
  • Activity spotting: explore the rainforest of Kakum National Park, experience lively Accra, take a food tour of Ghanaian food, visit a cocoa farm, have a beautiful garment made, walk through slave fort Cape Coast Castle, enjoy the tropical coastline, take surfing lessons and spot elephants in Mole National Park.

Studying in Ghana?

  • Ghana is developing rapidly and so is education. There are several good universities, specialized colleges and polytechnic institutes with a huge choice of courses. Popular courses include engineering, agriculture and forestry, business administration, natural sciences and humanities. 
  • Ghana's official language is English, which makes a difference!
  • Study cities: Accra, Kumasi. 

Internship in Ghana?

  • There are several contacts between organizations in the Netherlands and Ghana. Possibly you can find an internship through a Dutch organization. Internships are available in medicine/nursing, education, orphan care, among others. 
  • Competencies: cultural sensitivity, adaptability/working under unpredictable circumstances, resilience, problem solving thinking, understanding of development issues. 

Volunteer in Ghana?

  • There are multiple options for volunteering in Ghana. For example, consider volunteering your forces for sea turtle protection, education, as a medical assistant, for reforestation and construction work. 

Working in Ghana?

  • The fact that English is spoken makes finding a job easier, but it can still be quite difficult. It is especially important that you already have connections and a good, valuable skillset/background. There are few options, but sectors where you might find something are international business administration, construction (as an executive with experience), teacher or at international companies.
  • Most opportunity are in Accra. 

Working as a digital nomad in Ghana?

  • As a culturally rich, friendly and well-developed country, Ghana is a growing destination for digital nomads. There are many options for accommodations and an increasing number of co-working places. Already in Accra, you have access to modern amenities, while you can enjoy beautiful beaches and beautiful parks in your downtime. Costs can be higher than you might expect in a country in Africa, though.
  • Favorite locations: Accra, including the Osu district, and Kumasi. 

Living in Ghana?

  • In Ghana, you definitely experience a good quality of life. The people are incredibly friendly, it is politically stable and it is one of the most developed countries in Africa. However, it is also one of the most expensive. 
  • Education is good, so it is also a good country for families to move to. 
  • Just be aware of diseases that are going around, such as Malaria, and security risks such as robberies. 

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Ghana Country Bundle: suggestions, stories and tips

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Ghana: Updates & Travel

Ghana: Updates & Travel

Travel in Ghana?

  • Ghana is one of the most travelable countries on the west coast of Africa. With a friendly population, plenty of variety and not too long distances, it is suitable for both shorter and longer stays.
  • The Mole National Park, a low-key park lots of wildlife (including elephants) that is very approachable.
  • The market of Bolgatanga. In this market you will find a wide range of bags, rugs and handmade products.
  • The Kakum National Park. This park consists entirely of rainforest and has impressive flora and fauna. Here you will find, among other things, 500 different species of butterflies.
  • The difference between the north, east and south of Ghana.
  • The people who in also interested in you, the people who work locally for their fellow Ghanaians, the many projects.
  • Accra, the capital of Ghana, is a vibrant city right by the sea.
  • The beach towns near Accra.
  • Cape Coast and Elmina with the old slave forts.
  • Surroundings of Lake Volta, the largest reservoir in the world.
  • Teshi with the wood artists.
  • Kumasi, the second biggest city in Ghana.
  • Homosexuality is not forbidden, but Ghana is a religious country that seems to be becoming less and less tolerant.
  • Being harassed by vendors can be annoying, but in general there is no aggression involved in Ghana.

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Toeristenvisum Wanneer je Ghana wil bezoeken als tourist dan heb je een entry visum nodig. Deze moet je van tevoren in Nederland aanvragen via de website van de Ghanese ambassade in Den Haag. Voor deze online aanvraag moet je een account registreren en de stappen volgen met bijbehorend vliegticketnu...

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Voor de projecten in Afrika zijn altijd vrijwilligers nodig om een helpende hand toe te steken. Hiervoor werkt Kidz Active nauw samen met Vrijwillig Wereldwijd die er voor zorgt dat je voor een korte of langere periode in Afrika voor Kidz Active kunt werken.  Kijk op de website voor de projecte...

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In Ghana was het normaal dat er geen electriciteit was. In Ghana gingen alle werkzaamheden gewoon door of er nou wel of geen licht was. Dat is in Nederland wel anders heb ik gemerkt. Vandaag viel op mijn werk de stroom uit. Heel het bedrijf lag stil en wij konden helemaal niets meer doen. Wij zaten ...

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Dit was mijn lieve gastvrouw in Ghana. Zij heeft heel goed voor mij gezorgd toen ik ziek was. Ik ben haar nog steeds heel erg dankbaar!

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