[By Faria Shaikh] This weekend, we visited the Volta Region, a part of Ghana that is sometimes overshadowed by more prominent destinations- such as Accra, Kumasi and Cape Coast. Unlike some of our recent trips, this one didn’t involve shopping and was a break from everything. It gave us the opportunity to relax in nature and Read More …
[By Faria Shaikh] In the city of Kumasi, Ghana, I discovered the Adinkra symbol “Akoma”—the heart, which represents love, unity, and patience. It touched me deeply… and I felt a profound connection to the country’s spirit. This past weekend, we had the opportunity to visit Kumasi, the second largest city in Ghana, following Accra. The journey, Read More …
[By Faria Shaikh] Hello, everyone! We all began working on our internships in the second week in Accra, Ghana. Due to my background and experience in advertising and public relations, I was placed with Innova DDB, one of the leading advertising agencies in Ghana. “Akwaaba” means “welcome” in Twi, and we were welcomed on our first Read More …
[By Faria Shaikh] Just two weeks in Accra, but feels like a lifetime of memories. One of the bigger highlights of my stay has been the vibrant and bustling markets in Accra. They remind me of back home in Pakistan. Visiting local spots like Wild Gecko, Artisans Alliance, the Cultural Centre, and the Aburi Craft Market Read More …
[By Faria Shaikh] I stepped off the plane in Accra, the capital of Ghana, on Sunday, July 7, after disruptions in my flight that lasted for over three days. My flight from Brisbane, Australia, to Singapore was delayed multiple times, becoming a long wait and a test of patience. This disruption affected my connecting flights Read More …