hkann
English expat in Ghana
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Lives in Accra
Registration: 10 March 2010
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Moving to Ghana and building a container home by Jessaku
Hi I'm JessI intend to move to Ghana in October, to retire in Akuapem, Tutu, with my husband and his 8 year old daughter! I’d like to build a container home on our property. I’ve visited Ghana 8 times and will visit my 9th, in July!
Good luck with your move and I'm sure your plans will work out. Read More
Schools in Koforidua by OtiliaD
Hello, does anyone know of any international or private schools for primary school children.Thank you!
Sorry, I have just seen the title, you want Kororfudia.I have no idea but again if you Google it you might find private schools but if they are Ghanaian run you would need recommendations from parents as often they are very different from schools ... Read More
Schools in Koforidua by OtiliaD
Hello, does anyone know of any international or private schools for primary school children.Thank you!
HiThere are a lot of private international schools for primary kids. It really depends on your budget and the type of curriculum.If you want American, then Lincoln is the one most expats who can afford it chose. If you want British, then Ghana ... Read More
Moving to Ghana and building a container home by Jessaku
Hi I'm JessI intend to move to Ghana in October, to retire in Akuapem, Tutu, with my husband and his 8 year old daughter! I’d like to build a container home on our property. I’ve visited Ghana 8 times and will visit my 9th, in July!
Hi,It seems it is very possible to build a container home in Ghana.I just Googled it and found a number of companies who do it. I suggest you start there and follow up when you come to Ghanz.Hope it works out for you Read More
Cameroonian looking to relocate to Ghana by remaheponlo
Good evening. Am Cameroonian.I will like to go to Ghana but I don't know how to proceed. In fact am a teacher and I need your help to get a job at Ghana.
@remaheponlo Welcome to the forumI have just Googled building a container home in Ghana and it does seem as though it is possible. I suggest you get some ideas there.Good luck with your plans Read More
New members of the Ghana forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Ghana forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your expat ...
It is not recommended to put contact numbers in an open forum. You need to reply in a private message Read More
New members of the Ghana forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Ghana forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your expat ...
You sound like you are ready for an adventure. While I'm sure you will love Ghana you need to make some preparations. You will need vaccinations. If you Google it you will find those recommend but yellow fever is mandatory. You need a visitor's visa ... Read More
Cameroonian looking to relocate to Ghana by remaheponlo
Good evening. Am Cameroonian.I will like to go to Ghana but I don't know how to proceed. In fact am a teacher and I need your help to get a job at Ghana.
You will need an entry visa, a resident's permit and a work permit to live and work in Ghana.Not sure if you speak French as you might be able to get a teaching job teaching French in a private school but you might find it expensive to live in Ghana ... Read More
Want to move to Ghana from America by yasminmalik0402
hello, me and my family of 7 are looking to move from america and need some help! please help us
There are relocation agents who can facilitate the process for a fee but they are usually helping people who are coming to work. I hope you will be able to connect with Americans who have made the move who can give you practical advice. Not sure if ... Read More
Want to move to Ghana from America by yasminmalik0402
hello, me and my family of 7 are looking to move from america and need some help! please help us
Not sure if you have any connection to Ghana or if you know anything about the country so I suggest you do a little research to find out if it will be a suitable location for you. Then you will need visas. Usually you get 3 month visitor visas. You ... Read More
Want to move to Ghana from America by yasminmalik0402
hello, me and my family of 7 are looking to move from america and need some help! please help us
You need to be a little more specific on the sort of help you need. Read More
About myself by Oliee
Hi there,I'm Olivia and I have been living in Ghana since December 2012, and since there it has been a learning experience. I have earn in maturity, in wisdom and in professional experience. I love to go out and relax, sometimes to restaurant, bar ...
I have been here since 2010.Accra is a good place to live and there have been a lot of developments in the last 14 years. Glad you are happy here too. Read More
Person in Sunyani by Bill Spindler
I plan on moving to Ghana and was talking to a person about employment in my house as a cook. Her name is Z. Said she is 28. Does anybody know if she’s real?
If you are concerned ask her to send you a copy of her ID and a police report. Also ask for details of previous employment and the contact details of a previous employer. Read More
Life in Accra by HannahSA
Hi everyoneWe have had a few opprtunities come up over the last few weeks and one is in Accra.We are no strangers to life as expats in other countries (Namibia, Botswana, Saudi Arabia). So I have a few questions about living in Accra as expats from ...
I have no personal knowledge of GIS but maybe you'll find someone who sends a child there.I have lived here for over 14 years and enjoy living in Ghana. It is very safe and Ghanaians are generally welcoming. I'm sure you'll enjoy your stay. Read More
Life in Accra by HannahSA
Hi everyoneWe have had a few opprtunities come up over the last few weeks and one is in Accra.We are no strangers to life as expats in other countries (Namibia, Botswana, Saudi Arabia). So I have a few questions about living in Accra as expats from ...
HiLots of compounds in Accra. Most expats prefer to live in Cantonments, Labone, East Legon. You can Google houses to rent in those areas.Ghana International School has a British curriculum and Lincoln has American. They are the two most expensive ... Read More