by Pat.BWO | Nov 26, 2024 | Culture, Ghana information
As a traveler in Ghana you are bound to witness a funeral or parts of the funeral rites. Have you wondered how a funeral in Ghana is?Funerals in Ghana are diverse reflecting the multi-ethnic and multi-religious nature of Ghana. Whiles each ethnic group has a way of...
by Pat.BWO | Nov 26, 2024 | Ghana information, Culture
Did you know that Ghana is the second biggest exporter of cocoa? When you take a walk in the forest around BWO Hostel you’ll pass a lot of cocoa farms. Assan Dickson wrote an article about cocoa for us. Since cocoa is very important to our community it might be nice...
by Pat.BWO | Nov 26, 2024 | Ghana information, Culture
For many travelers in Ghana, groundnut soup (locally known as nkatenkwan) is an absolute favorite dish. At the Banko Women Organization (BWO) hostel, we often receive requests to learn how to prepare this soup. Today, we’re sharing our recipe for this delicious...
by Pat.BWO | Nov 26, 2024 | Travel Ghana, Culture
Ghana is the perfect destination for slow travel. The country offers not only a rich culture but also the opportunity to deeply explore the local community, nature, and authentic experiences. At BWO Hostel, we encourage visitors to travel at a relaxed pace, explore on...
by Pat.BWO | Nov 18, 2024 | Culture, Travel Ghana
One of the most beautiful reasons to visit Ghana is the desire to truly experience life here. But how can you do that in a way that is meaningful for both you and the local community? In this blog, I share practical tips for experiencing authentic African life and...
by Pat.BWO | Oct 22, 2024 | Ghana information, Culture, Travel Ghana
We discover the world of kente, a silk and cotton fabric that comes from the Akan. And we find out that the “golden tree”, tree of cocoa beans, offers more than just delicious chocolate. During the kente weaving tour in Ashanti Region you will learn a lot about...
