Why do “bad” volunteer projects still get customers?

Why do “bad” volunteer projects still get customers?

I don’t understand a lot of things. What on earth has happened in the last few years in the Covid period. Ukraine, Somalia, Yemen, Syria and all the other wars. Why one refugee is worth more than another. What kids like about watching YouTube videos of adults playing video games;) But these are things I can’t really do anything about….

Now I think/hope I can do something about something else I really don’t understand. Why do people still sign up for volunteer programs abroad that are really not ok?

I just wrote an article for Experience Africa about 5 no-go’s for volunteering abroad. Click here to read the article! But I find that I’m not done writing yet. So I’ll continue writing here, maybe you can help me understand this or I can get you thinking too.

One reason I feel I’m not done yet are the wonderful conversations I’ve had with a bunch of wonderful young people over the past few months. People who are ‘woke’, intelligent, want to do the right thing and yet ended up in terrible voluntourism projects. Working in an orphanage, without any explanation. Tours of the hospital while having no medical backgrounds. Even up to the operating room while surgery was being done! Teaching without any training and so on.

So how is it that these smart people end up with such projects anyway?

Isn’t there a lot of information available about the harmful aspects of volunteering abroad? Don’t they look it up? Or does one go to the website of such an organization and see the great videos and reviews and then forget that orphanage tourism is not ok? Want to know more about the negatives of voluntourism, click here.

Ask random Facebook groups for advice?

I also see people in various Facebook groups asking for suitable organizations to volunteer with. Just the other day, someone wrote about her daughter who would like to become a veterinarian and now wants to volunteer with animals in Africa. I and others responded with advice that might not be so nice to hear. Among other things, I told her that projects where you are allowed to come into contact with the animals as a volunteer are not sustainable. I also referred her to expert in this field and my colleague at Experience Africa; Dilo van Commenee. But they also recommended projects where you could have super much contact with the animals. Other moms who told how their kids loved playing with the Cheetah babies and reading in the grassy field with wild animals around them.
I get it, young animals are adorable! So are children.

Impact is a word that sounds good, but oh what is it really

And then there are so many organizations that tailor the work to what the volunteers want, because it makes good money. And ah… Impact is just a word that sounds good… And when you see all those nice movies of happy children and happy volunteers on the websites, we conveniently forget about the privacy laws that protect western children….

In this day and age, you must be living under a rock if you have never heard of the negative aspects of volunteering abroad…
So when you know it’s not good for the animals and children…. Are we selfish enough to do it ourselves? Or do we think of ourselves as different and making a difference? What is that anyway?

Children in Africa are happy with little

Even when people realize on the spot that they have ended up with a bad organization, they often still do not realize that they are part of the system. Because even though the realization is there… They still talk about how happy the people and children in Africa are, they very often judge and compare with home, still post selfies with African children on social media and do not look critically at their own actions. When you think that these things in themselves are not so bad… Read this blog series.

It’s pretty hard not to be a white savior

Don’t get me wrong, I know how hard this is. To avoid white savior behavior, you have to constantly look at yourself critically and be aware of your privileges. In doing so, you have to get around your ego. Because how nice it is not to save people and animals. To hear how good you are and to feel very fulfilled? And organizations that mainly want to make money from the fact that you come, feed you with the idea that you are doing super.

And still with all the knowledge I have, I do not understand when there is so much information available, why people feel that only when you do something tangible you are useful.

The Ghanacoach was also doing some good i

Why do we always “have” to feel useful? And when are you being useful?

So we ‘have’ to paint or build. Something the locals can probably do better than you and lose when you volunteer. Or we really want to make a difference in the lives of ‘poor children in the third world’. Because the parents themselves give no love and the teachers are by definition bad teachers. It is a miracle that so many children have grown up without loving volunteers around them. Who leave after a few weeks or months….

Even though I really don’t understand why the above all still happens, I do know how it can and should be better. Not because my ego is huge and I think I am better. But because I was a white savior myself and volunteered irresponsibly as an organization. And when I learned what was and was going wrong I have evolved and learned. And I too often have to hold a mirror up to myself and fortunately I have people around me who help me do that.

I have 2 things for you if you are interested in volunteering in Africa:

Volunteering with Banko Women center

Volunteer Cecilia with Doris, Patricia and Comfort at Banko Women center in Ghana

Work behind the scenes to empower women in Banko, Ghana through fundraising, content creating, PR and product development.

At this project, you will have the opportunity to experience life in Ghana, learn a lot, and have the chance to explore this beautiful lland!
When you choose to join us, you will receive thorough preparation and only pay for accommodation and your meals. Not for volunteering!

The best preparation you could wish for your volunteer experience

This online training is designed for people who, despite the negative publicity surrounding volunteering abroad, want to work on a project in Africa. But you realize that as a volunteer you are a link in the chain and you do not want to accidentally do more harm than good.
You want to learn, experience, live and have fun. But you also want the people you are going to work with to have fun with you and you actually want to make a contribution!
So that both you and the people on the volunteer project can look back with pride on a wonderful and meaningful time.

Living in Ghana is not always fun | 7 tips to defuse the downside

Living in Ghana is not always fun | 7 tips to defuse the downside

I’m a huge fan of living and living in Ghana, but just like anywhere else in the world, it’s really not always fun here. The trick is to reverse the negative aspects and that’s what I’m going to help you with in this article.

There are a lot of different not so great aspects to living here, which vary from person to person and from situation to situation. By this I mean to say that not every situation is experienced as negative or positive by everyone. It matters where in Ghana you live, whether you are a man or a woman. It depends on the mood you are in that day, it depends on the financial resources you have available and the reason why you are in Africa.

I hope you can’t identify with all 7 situations I’m going to outline in this blog. And by all means, let me know in the comments, what your number 1 annoyance is about living in Ghana.

Everyone is constantly calling me obruni, I can never just be anonymous

Obruni is the word used in Twi for white people/foreigners. Twi is a local language, one of nearly one hundred. Twi is most commonly spoken in Ghana.

But back to the annoyance. Yes, it’s like you always stand out as a foreigner and that can be super annoying when you just want to “be” for a while. It helps me to realize that the majority of people mean super well. People want to greet you, they don’t know your name, or use the most descriptive name, they want to have a chat. If this realization doesn’t help, know that it is in the nature of the hugely social population to greet everyone.

If you have one of those days when you just really don’t feel like it, plan your day in such a way that you don’t walk past the busy school when the kids are on break and avoid crowded places. Or bend it totally and try to have a few chats, for example at the market.

market at Banko

I always pay more

Another negative aspect I hear more often about traveling and living in Ghana. But is it necessarily so? As a foreigner, do you always get ripped off? I don’t think so.

But this depends on many factors, such as where do you buy your products, what means of transport do you use and how is your attitude. If you buy in the local market, there are normally fixed prices. Of course, every now and then there is a seller who will jack up the price a bit, but not usually. If you use local transportation, such as the tro, (VIP) buses, shared cabs then there is a fixed rate. If you want a cab to take you from door to door, then yes, you have to negotiate. In all situations, the more confident you are, the less likely you are to overpay.

Organising affairs always takes a long time

Yes, this is true! Whether it’s something with papers, permits, a bank account, it doesn’t matter. In other words, this is a fact. Getting annoyed with an established fact does not help you at all. So my advice whenever you have to arrange anything, adjust to the fact that it will take a long time! Don’t get worked up internally, it doesn’t help anything and it might even make you react short-tempered towards the people in the office. And you need those people! Don’t plan anything else for the day, except for a treat for yourself when it’s done and maybe take a book with you to kill time!

Do you have plans to build in Ghana? Then click here for 3 practical tips!

Traffic in Ghana is terrible!

Another annoyance that I hear often. When you live in a village like me it doesn’t bother you much. But in the city, yes absolutely! How can you turn this frustration around? That is somewhat difficult I think. It’s just really annoying when you’re late for an appointment because the traffic was bad. Or when you can only do half of what you have planned in one day. Or, in my case, when you’re sweating like crazy with kids in the car constantly asking how long it will take….

Again, mindset can help. Adjust to it. If you live in the city for a longer period of time, you can do some research on when it is busier and adjust your appointments accordingly. And when you really don’t feel like it, simply try to avoid it, though I realize that’s not always possible.

Help, men always ask for my phone number

Generally speaking, Ghanaians love to call, where lots of foreigners, on the other hand, prefer whatsapp or telegram. I see some of my Ghanaian friends actually scrolling through their phone book to call everyone they haven’t spoken to in a while to ask how things are going. Very sweet of course. But when I’m the recipient of a phone call with a person I’ve met maybe 1 time, it quickly becomes awkward.

But back to the fact that Ghanaian men indeed ask for phone numbers quite often and don’t seem to want to understand when you don’t want to give it…. My tip; be clear in your answer and don’t give that answer ‘too’ friendly. If you say no, but smile and still start a whole conversation, your no usually does not come across. Humor always helps too. So for example, say something along the lines of your husband is not ok with you giving out your number.

Ghana is loud!

Yes, Ghana is noisy. In the city especially, with traffic, churches and music everywhere. But also in the village. I’m typing right now and I can hear the sounds of nature, birds, crickets and the occasional mèèèèèh from our sheep. But on Sundays and early mornings you often hear the churches and the information center in the village. Arm yourself against it, take earplugs and try not to get too annoyed. And…. when you’re really tired of it all, just come to my place to enjoy at least large parts of the day of the peace and quiet in Moon&Star guesthouse ?

Everyone wants something from me, just give me a break!

I just want to take a walk, go to the market, go to the beach or sit for a while. I don’t want to chat, I don’t want to give my phone number and I certainly don’t want to hear that a man, whom I don’t know, loves me…. And when I get in the taxi I don’t want to hear from everyone what I ‘have’ to bring for them. Sounds familiar?

You have a few options, but they all have downsides….

  1. Just stay home
  2. Make the best of it and have a chat anyway. Most of the time, it makes you happier yourself. But when you wanted to reflect on certain things, or listen to that one podcast…. Then you loose….
  3. Put in your earphones and put on your ‘I don’t want to speak to anyone’ face and stubbornly walk on when there are people who do dare to speak to you. The disadvantage of this is that you may get the comment later that you were not social.
  4. Find a place where it is quiet for your walk. In my case, I go into the jungle. But sure, it’s hard to do your shopping in the forest;)

Living in Ghana is expensive

This is true when you live in the city, buy all your groceries at the supermarkets, use a lot of imported products, want to do a lot of fun things and always go by Uber or have your own car. When any kids go to school, it gets even pricier. Don’t get me wrong. Work permits and such are very pricey for everyone, but when you prefer a more local life you really don’t need a western income to live in Ghana.

I have been living (happily) in Ghana for over 12 years

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Volunteering abroad, Cecilia talks about her Ghana experience

Volunteering abroad, Cecilia talks about her Ghana experience

Cecilia has been working abroad for 5 weeks by volunteering at Banko Women center. Unfortunately, we are about to say goodbye, but first I got to interview her about her experience here in Ghana.

Would you like to tell us a little bit more about yourself and your choice to volunteer abroad?

I am Cecilia and 25 years ago I was born in Accra. After 3 years my mother left with the kids (including me) for the Netherlands where I was mainly raised. I now have a strong desire to know more about my roots. I am curious about the culture, the language and after 25 years I think it’s time to get acquainted with the traditional Ghanaian dishes such as fufu and waakye.

My goal is to really experience the culture in the three months that I am here, which in my opinion can best be done by slow travelling. As I am good at doing nothing and always have a strong urge to help others, preferably to empower and support communities, I soon knew that I would like to roll up my sleeves for a longer period of time in a volunteer project.

How did you end up with Ghana coach and Banko women center?

Since the purpose of this trip was to get to know the country better, I was looking for a project that was located far outside the city of Accra, which I already knew, in a totally different environment.
After some research on the internet and social media, I came across the Banko Women Center which is located in the small village of Banko.

I liked the fact that it was founded by Pat, a Dutch woman with over 20 years of experience in Ghana, so just like me, she has a bit of both worlds in her. By choosing the Banko Women Center, I knew that the e-book and course would give me a good preparation for the volunteer work.

In addition, I felt it was important to work on a project where there is a lot of focus on social sustainability so you can be sure that you are truly providing value.

More information about Banko women center, the project Cecilia has been working on

Banko Women Center focuses on improving the situation and empowering women in a local area, located in Banko, Ghana. We aim to achieve this by providing a reliable and safe place for women to meet, learn, discuss and sell.

duurzaam vrijwilligerswerk in het buitenland

Our goal: “The full and equal participation of women in political, civic, economic, social and cultural life, by giving them the opportunity to participate in open discussions, additional educational programs and local markets to sell their goods and services.”

To be more specific, we focus on: human rights, sex education, health, nutrition, exercise, business, savings, English and computer programs. While we try to openly discuss a variety of issues and adapt the programs listed above, we want to be a sustainable NGO. The products and services made in the women’s center are sold and the proceeds are used for operational costs.

What has surprised you the most in terms of volunteering abroad with this project?

Haha well to be honest I must confess that I was quite surprised by the fact that progress was made after each working day. In the past, I’ve often done volunteer work, also in developing countries, where I often questioned my role and contribution as a volunteer and to what extent you help people progress. Often the ideas were there but to actually implement them was often difficult or did not happen.

Here it was not like that. You could see that both Patricia and Lydia work with passion on the project and really believe in it. When you are together in the office it is catching. Everyone wants to move forward.

Which type of person is not suitable for volunteering in Banko?

If you plan to work a lot with children or really want hands-on support, this project is not suitable. The goal of this project is to make it a self-directed project which goes hand in hand with the social sustainability aspect of this project. How or why this is so important is nicely described in the e-book. As a volunteer, you really work together with the locals and interaction of ideas takes place. Your work is mainly organizational and not executive.

Besides the volunteer work, there is also a lot of space for free time. If you find it difficult to organize your free time independently, it is good to ask yourself if this is a good match. I also think it is important that if you are going to work as a volunteer in Banko that you are really open to a different culture.

What did you do in your spare time? 

Although the village of Banko is very small, there is plenty to do and the beautiful surroundings where it is located never bore me. So I regularly went out for a walk or a hike to one of the nearby mountains, I strolled through the village or sought cooling in the pool on hot days which is within walking distance.
I also participated in a 3-day Ashanti tour where you are completely immersed in the culture. I (finally) learned how to make fufu, saw how the Kente cloths are woven, learned all the ins and outs of the cacao bean and visited beautiful waterfalls. As icing on the cake, I also saw the Asantehene during the Akwasidae Festival in Kumasi.

Besides the adventurous activities there were also plenty of days for relaxation. For example, I read a book in the hammock or stretched out on the outdoor terrace. The environment, both the guesthouse where you stay and the village, ensure that you can relax and escape from all the hustle and bustle. You don’t have to get bored because there is always something to do in or around the house. Finally, there are always two very nice kids who are only too happy to play with you.

What was not so great? And what was good about the overall experience?

I have not had any setbacks. In advance I had no or few expectations because I like to go with the flow and let everything come over me. Because I had no expectations, there were no setbacks. Or maybe there was one…. which was that I was disappointed at how quickly time passed. Five weeks sounds long but it goes by (much too) quickly!

What I was pleased about was that I wasn’t bored for a moment and that I felt very much at home from the first day. Despite traveling alone I never felt alone for a second.

And last, but not least. Do you have an essential tip for a next volunteer?

Don’t start with big objectives and approach the experience with an open mind and an open heart. This way there are guaranteed to be great experiences coming your way and you avoid disappointment for yourself. And above all: ENJOY! You will take this experience with you forever!

Is this exactly the kind of volunteer program abroad you’re looking for?

Then click on the button below to sign up! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to send an email!

The remarkable story of 17-year-old Charles, whom I was honoured to coach in Ghana

The remarkable story of 17-year-old Charles, whom I was honoured to coach in Ghana

One of the services I offer is a personal coaching program. Especially for people who get stuck, who want to get away from it all, but who also want to work on themselves and break patterns. Change of environment alone is not enough to bring about an overall change. I realize that these are beautiful words that I write like that, but what can you and I really achieve together during the coaching program in Ghana.

Read the special story of Charles. One of the many people I have been able to help over the past 10 years.

Give yourself a break, get to know yourself (again) and break free from fixed patterns at Moon&Star guesthouse

Charles was only 17 years old but still came to do volunteer work in Ghana during his summer vacation. He was not an average 17 year old, he didn’t want to come and improve the world. He especially wanted to learn and see what life abroad would be like while you’re not on vacation. 3 weeks was actually quite short, but yes he was only 17 years old and also had to work some during his summer vacation.

Charles decided to stop taking his medication

It was a big step for Charles to come and for his mother it was very exciting to let him go. All the more so because Charles normally took medication against ADHD. They had decided together not to let him take any medication during the summer holidays. Thanks to my personal guidance, it felt safe enough to let Charles come to Ghana.

During the coaching in Ghana program you can be completely yourself

Charles flourished in Ghana, learned to explore his interests here and found out that if he found something very nice and interesting, he could indeed be focused. He talked a lot about his dreams and wishes, so that when he returned home he knew which study he wanted to follow. He learned that he can be his own special self.

After returning home, he was never taken on medication again. He started to follow a different course at a ‘lower’ level, but something he loved. He has made long tough trips, lived abroad for a period of time and works on great projects.

weather in Ghana in February

Sustainability is key for anything I can offer you in Ghana

I offer sustainable tourism that allows the traveller to experience, experience and empathize with another culture based on equality so that there is no negative impact on the people of Banko and the projects we support in particular.

We listen to the local authorities, the people on the projects and their leaders. We are not undermining their authority, they know best what is needed.

What do you get during the coaching program in Ghana?

Ghana coach has an excellent volunteer program with guidance. I guide you in a practical way before departure, you receive the book ‘I help you on your way in Ghana’ and participate in an online course on sustainable volunteering. Someone from Moon&Star guesthouse will pick you up from the airport. When we are in Banko we have an extensive program, with daily activities, but also many fun trips and space for conversations and evaluations.

Read more about volunteering

I have read that you also offers a 4 weeks of volunteering for € 410,00. What is that?

Yes, that’s absolutely right. With the Ghana coach program and via Moon &Star guesthouse you are not paying for volunteer work.
The € 410,00 is structured as follows: 4 times € 85,00 for your room, drinking water and 3 meals per day. And the remaining € 45,00 is for the book and the online course that you will follow in preparation for your time in Ghana.
When you join the personal coaching program you will receive extra guidance, such as the airport service and transport to Banko, but also coaching conversations with me. If you are unsure about which program suits you or if you just want to get acquainted, I invite you to make a no-obligation Zoom appointment!

Do you, like Charles, want to break free from fixed patterns and gain more insight into yourself? Then fill in the form and come to Ghana for a while!

In memoriam
The remarkable young man who was the inspiration for this blogpost suddenly past away.

Mathias was gifted; where ever he went he was able to touch people and animals right in the heart. He made the world a better place.

Da yie Mathias, rest in peace

Weather in Ghana | Overview in pictures per month

Weather in Ghana | Overview in pictures per month

I’m working on my laptop with socks on, trying to figure out what I want to tell you about Ghana. Until I suddenly thought…. I’m behind my desk with socks on. I’m sure some people think this is weird to read. Because isn’t it always hot in Ghana?? No, hahahahaha. It’s time for me to write about the weather in Ghana.

I get more questions about the weather, questions like; Does it rain every day, all day during the rainy season? What is the best time to travel to Ghana? Is it always warm in Ghana? Now you can google those questions and then you will find a lot of information. But I wouldn’t be a Ghana expert if I didn’t want to say anything too;)

And I’m going to take a different approach in this blog. After all, there are plenty of boring articles about the weather in Ghana! First I will answer the questions and then I will go to my gallery looking for photos of each month in the year and I will add them in this post. So you can get Ghana’s climate visually. I have to mention that I live in the Ashanti region, between the mountains and the temperature here is different than in the north of Ghana or Accra.

What is the best time to travel to Ghana?

When I Google this is usually there from December to March, because then it is dry. Read the advice of Responsible travel, for example. Some people even say that you should avoid Ghana in the first rainy season, which is from April to July because your holiday would literally fall into the water. The second rainy season is in September and October.

My advice on the best time to visit Ghana is a bit different. Firstly, you don’t always have the choice when you have time to travel. Secondly, the climate in Ghana is changing and you can no longer set the clock on the dry season and the rainy season. And thirdly, if you want to enjoy beautiful views, then the dry season is the worst period to travel through this country. You’ll see it in the pictures!

Does it rain all day during the rainy season?

No, definitely not. Although I have to say that this June month is quite wet. But it certainly doesn’t rain all day. And when you do end up in a tropical shower, is that so bad? The advantage of travelling in the rainy season are the beautiful skies and the showers are refreshing. Climbing the mountains in the Volta region, but also those in my area is a lot easier. And the views are beautiful. Click here to read more about the Prayer mountain I have a view of as I write this article.

Some heavy showers do bring an occasional flood, mostly in certain areas in the cities.

Is it always warm in Ghana?

No, definitely not! Me wearing socks today prove that. During the dry season, there is a period of harmattan. A dry and warm desert wind, temperatures rise to around 40 degrees Celsius during the day, but in the evening it cools down to below 20 degrees Celsius. You can imagine that’s pretty chilly. And also during the peak of the rainy season, this year in June, it can cool down quite a bit in the evening.

During the transition between seasons, so in November and the end of February and March, it can quite hot in a damp way. When you have planned a trip in which you will go hiking and climbing a lot, make sure to go early in the day.

Ghanaian weather in pictures

Fog and dust in January

In January, the mornings are fresh and foggy. When the fog clears away, it does not become brighter because of the dust particles that the harmattan wind spreads

The weather in Ghana in February is unpredictable

February is always a bit unpredictable. Normally the harmattan wind stops, but it is still dry season. Usually there are a few huge showers in February, which are accompanied by a lot of thunderstorms. This year it was very strange, the harmattan stayed on for quite a long time and even came back after such a shower. At the end of February 2020 it was extremely hot. I was pretty busy with Ashanti tours for Moon&Star guesthouse and we had to drastically change the program due to the extreme stuffy heat.
In the photos you can see a menacing sky and poor views from the mountain.

March in Ghana; the rain is in the air, but it doesn’t come out

This was a damp and hot day in March. Especially in the afternoon, it is often very hot. But even at night, it doesn’t cool down.

The long rainy season officially begins in April

April gives the occasional shower. So sometimes we have to run and quickly bring in the laundry for the rain. We also had a wonderful hot day on the water last April.

Radiant skies and beautiful views in May in Ashanti

So many websites say that you should not come to Ghana in May because of the many rains. At least that wasn’t right this year. Beautiful clear skies and nice views from the mountain. In the mornings it is usually a bit foggy. But from 8:00, it clears up. The sun is very bright at this time of year. In other words; Shawls and lots of anti-sunscreen in May

June in Ghana, cold nights and lots of rain in the afternoon

Every cloud has a silver lining. That’s no different in Ghana! So despite the cold nights and tropical showers at the end of the afternoon and in the evening we have many wonderful moments in terms of the weather! As you can see despite the rain still many blue skies and beautiful weather.

Below you can see 2 videos that illustrate how things can go at the other times.

Just before a shower it the wind usually blows very hard
A tropical shower in Ghana

Blue and grey skies in July

July 2020 was warm, with little rain and beautiful blue skies. But it wasn’t too hot to play a game of badminton! But in July it can also rain a bit. This year, July starts as we are used to grey and blue skies alternate. The temperature stays below 30 degrees Celsius almost every day.

Ghana Weather in August

Usually we have a break from the rain in August. Not many more night showers and dry days. The humidity is still quite high, which can make some days feel a bit hot and damp.

September weather in Ghana

September can be pretty hot. The rain is trying to come. Once it comes, there can also be drizzly, gloomy grey days full of drizzle. The good news is that the day after such a typical Dutch day in Ghana, is usually bright blue and nice and warm.

The last remnant of rainy season in October

Most rain in October falls at night. The view during the day is usually clear and it is not extremely hot.

In November, the transition from rain to dry season

The transition from the rain to the dry season brings heat. And occasionally thunderstorms at night.

chapped lips during dry season in Ghana

In December, sometimes even the end of November, the dry season begins. And the harmattan is also just around the corner. The harmattan is, as mentioned, a dry desert wind. Get lip balm and body lotion! You can buy shea butter locally and this works great! During the harmattan everything is dry, including the skin.
The mornings start fresh, but when the wind starts it quickly gets warm. By 4 o’clock in the afternoon the wind will lie down a bit and it will cool down quite a bit.
Beautiful landscape photos are difficult to take during this period. Foggy in the early morning and then surrounded by dust. Also, everything is a little less green in December.

My conclusion; Don’t let the weather in Ghana stop you from booking your Ghana trip!

Whatever month in the year you want to come, just come! As mentioned, the climate is changing worldwide and every month has something beautiful! Almost every month is good for radiant blue skies!
Do you want to prepare well for your trip to Ghana? Then read this article about good preparation!

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