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ABOUT GHAN/ACCRA /LEGON
GHANAIAN CLICHÉs
PLACES TO VISIT
CALENDER/HOLIDAYS
CLIMATE AND CLOTHINGS
CURRENCY/BUDGET
FOOD
LANGUAGES
TRANSPORT
ELECTRICITY
INTERNET/ATM
MEDICAL INFORMATION
SECURITY
VISA INFORMATION
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN EXPECTING
WHAT TO PACK
CONTACTS
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Facts about Ghana
Name origin: Old Ghana Empire
Original name: Gold Coast
Official name: Republic Of Ghana
Capital: Accra
Population:25 million
Major tribes:Ga,Ewe, Akans, Fante,Hausa
Religions: Christianity, Islam &traditional
Official language: English
Total area: 238,533 sq. km
Regions: 10
Time zone ; UTC
Climate: tropical
Politics: democracy
Currency: Ghana cedi
Main exports: gold, cocoa, coffee, timber,
tuna, bauxite
Internet domain: .gh
Country code: +233
The capital city of Ghana, it is found in the Greater Accra region,
Accra is the seat of government and the main business and
trading center of the country, it has well developed
infrastructural settings including airport, malls , shopping
centers, hotels , clubs , casino, local and international
restaurants, roads and high ways, local markets ,hospitals.
Accra is a peace full place with very friendly and hospital people
………..who are ready to make you stay just awesome……….
LEGON IS THE NAME GIVEN TO THE UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
WHICH FROM THE GHANA LANGUAGE MEANS
“THE HILL OF KNOWLEDGE “.
THE SCHOOL OFFERS A VARIETY OF BUSINESS, ART AND
SCIENCE COURSES AND IS THE PREMIER UNIVERSITY IN
GHANA.
AIESEC Legon also the premier LC of AIESEC Ghana has since
the early 1960s has provided the platform for the youth to
discover their leadership potentials and engage the to ensure
peace and fulfilment of the potentials of the communities
and individuals engaged in its activities
Winning numerous community impact awards and a role
model LC in Ghana AIESEC Legon is your one stop destination
to make life / changing experience a and lifelong
connections…. We dare you to be the change….
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GHANA CLICHEs
AKWAABA---- the akan word for welcome
Charlie---- friend
Eti sen?--- how are you
Eh ya--- I’m fine
Ye fro wo sen---what is your name?
Maa chi/maa ha/maa jo—good morning /good afternoon / good evening
Oburoni- foreigner
Wo bay jay sen—what is the fare?
Te so – reduce it
Wa ye sen--- this is how much?
Koo se--- sorry
Me daa si--- thank you
For more of this please visit the links below
http://gadling.com/2011/10/08/10-important-phrases-to-known-before-going-to-ghana-africa/
http://ghanamagazine.com/twidictionary/
http://ganyobinaa.blogspot.com/2012/07/12-funny-phrases-by-ghanaian-and-what.html
http://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/dictionary/
http://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/tribes/translate_english_to_twi.php
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With temperatures ranging from 25-35 degree Celsius, Ghana is found within the tropical
climates.
Two rainy (wet) seasons march –July and September – October this time has humid
weather with occasional heavy showers
Hot dry seasons are from October to march with harmattan causing slight foggy
conditions and reduces humidity
Summer clothing’s would be your preferred collection of attire
Every dressing is permitted but keep it modest
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Basic items Cost
Bread $1
Beer $2
Newspaper $1
Club entrance $ 10
Packet of cigarette 50 cent
Fast food meals $2
Transportation(bus) 25 cent -$1
Refreshment $1
Water 300ml $1
Dinner (restaurant) $7-20
Souvenir $5-15
Bag of water $1
Pizza $10
Coca cola $2
Bug spray $2
Bathing soap $1
Tour around the country $400
MONEY….MONEY…..
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Average minimum(42 days) Average maximum(42 days)
Feeding *$5=$210 *$20=$840 Transport *$1=$42 *$5=210 Accommodation $200 $300
Your budget for 6 weeks
THE ESTIMATE GIVEN ABOVE IS THE AVERAGE EXPENDITURE OF A
STUDENT WITHIN THE SIX WEEK PERIOD.
YOUR GENERAL COST OF EXPENDITURE WOULD DEPEND ON YOU
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YAM/PLANTAIN AMPESI
WAAKYE
JOLLOF GB / CHECK-CHECK
BANKU AND PEPPER
TZ
KIBAB FUFU AND LIGHT SOUP
K K
CC C
MACRONI
GRILLED TILAPIA
KENKEY/KOMI
ABENKWAIN THEY WOULD LEAVE YOU LICKING YOUR FINGERS
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Language Ghana host a number of languages with each region characterized by
one of the main languages thus ga, twi, ewe, fante, guan , Hausa.
English is the official language of Ghana and AIESEC but is common to
hear people speak what is known in Ghana as broken English or
pidgin.( English without grammar and spelling checks).
It is required that at least you should be able to speak basic english
and we encourage everyone to speak english in the house so that
everyone can understand each other and there is harmony.
TRANSPORT The most popular and cheapest way of transport is by “TROTRO”- a minivan with
yellow number plate that run from one town to the next. The buses might look
intimidating but they would surely get you to your destination.
Always know where you want to go and tell the mate (conductor) or driver and
they are sure to get you there.
There are also taxis (cab) which are quite expensive but a comfortable way to
travel.
Whenever you are lost just ask any one you meet. They would show how to get
home. …Remember All Commercial Vehicles Have Yellow Number Plates…
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ELECTRICITY
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EMERGENCY CONTACTS
POLICE 191
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WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU EXPECTING
The intern house is located in the Madina estate, Akosombo junction about 15 minutes’ drive from the
airport.
The house has electricity, internet and water is supplied on regular basis. The is no hot water taps (you
would have to heat water with a kettle). There is no pool in the house (there is a pool about 15 minutes
away on the university campus). The house has four rooms which accommodates about four people per
room.
The rooms have beds and mattress is provided. There are lockers in some rooms but we advise you can
along with a padlock for all your bags.
The is a toilet and a bathroom (no shower take bath from a bucket)
There is a kitchen with a fridge and gas stove. (Everyone is expected to wash their plates after eating
Laundry is done on by hand in a bucket of water with soap and washing powder, then dried outside.
There is a laundry down the street for those who cannot wash with their hands but this would cost you
a few cedi.
The Accra mall is about 10 minutes away and the Marina mall about 15 minutes away from the house.
There are supermarket in the neighborhood. There are food vendors around and snack shops all
around. There is the Madina estate local market which is about 5 minutes’ walk from the house and the
main Madina local market which is about 15 minutes’ walk from the house.(cooking stuff can be bought
here at cheaper prices).
There is house clean up moments and for hangout and parties every one contributes for drinks and other
eatables.
The main gate of the house is close by 10 pm to ensure safety.
Trips are organized to visit tourist sites but then you would have to bear the cost of your own
transportation and gate fee
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Your spot
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SELASEH PASHUR AKAHO
LCVP IGCDPAND PROJECT
+233547735716
JESSE GAD
TL IGCDP/MAC
+233503915090
