South African expat writing about living in Accra, Ghana and New Jersey, USA while 'marvelling at the mundane'. Adventuring. Choosing Joy. Photographing. Travelling. Thriving post cancer. Living. Loving.
“Good morning Madames! It’s nice to see you, do you have face masks?” I ask as I approach the group of ladies patiently sorting through large silver trays of ground nuts, most of whom aren’t wearing masks. I want to give them some of the ones I have sewn if they don’t. “Yes, we…
Continue reading ➞ The smiling eyes I see on a walk in Accra post lockdown
Makola market is one of those places that expats here seem to love, hate or tolerate for a once off touristy outing. I fall into the first category and this doesn’t surprise me when I think back to how much I used to enjoy trips with my mom to the Durban fleamarkets. Did you know…
Continue reading ➞ The Magical Madness of Makola Market in Accra, Ghana
63 years ago Ghana gained its independence from the British and its name changed from the Gold Coast to Ghana, with Dr Kwame Nkrumah sworn in as Ghana's first president. To commemorate this important day we enjoyed a public holiday a month ago on Friday 6 March. As it was the last Independence Day we…
Oh prettiest road we have ever lived on, as we turn into you we are met with such a exquisite tunnel of green and home is where all the light is at the end. Thank you for your trees that have sheltered me from the Ghana sun as I have exited our compound on my…
Continue reading ➞ An Ode to my Road – a tribute to my neighbourhood streets in Accra Ghana