Culture & Society
Ghana's Festival Calendar and Public Holidays
Plan your year around Ghana festivals and Ghana public holidays, from Homowo and Aboakyere to Damba, with a month-by-month calendar and visitor tips.
Sep 8, 2026 · 8 min read
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Culture & Society
Festivals, languages, music, clothing and the family traditions that shape everyday life in Ghana.
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Culture & Society
Naming Ceremonies, Funerals and Family Life in Ghana
A practical guide to Ghanaian traditions and family life, covering outdooring naming ceremonies, day names, funerals, chieftaincy and everyday courtesy.
Aug 13, 2026 · 7 min read
Culture & Society
Kente, Smock and More: Ghanaian Clothing Explained
From kente cloth and the northern smock to kaba and slit, this guide explains Ghanaian clothing, what each garment means and when people wear it.
Aug 5, 2026 · 7 min read
Culture & Society
Highlife, Hiplife and Afrobeats: A Guide to Ghanaian Music
A plain-English guide to Ghanaian music genres, from highlife and hiplife to gospel, afrobeats and dancehall, with the artists and scenes worth knowing.
Jul 24, 2026 · 8 min read
Culture & Society
Languages of Ghana: Twi, Ga, Ewe and English Explained
Explore the languages of Ghana, from official English to Twi, Ga, Ewe and Dagbani, with a table of major tongues, where they're spoken, and tips for visitors.
Jul 16, 2026 · 8 min read