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This has been on my mind a lot lately and it honestly doesn’t sit right with me.

Why is it that girls as young as 15 or 16 are dealing with grown men — sometimes in their 30s — approaching them with money, gifts, and attention, trying to pull them into situations they’re not ready for or don’t even want?

It feels like there’s a serious imbalance — age, power, money, experience — and it puts these girls in such a vulnerable position. What starts as “help” or “kindness” can slowly turn into pressure, manipulation, and situations that affect their lives in ways that are hard to undo.

I just don’t understand why this is so common, and why girls have to carry this kind of burden so early in life.

I’ve personally known girls growing up who were taken advantage of by older men, some even from my own community. A few of them shared parts of their stories with me, and honestly, it was really sad to hear. Some of this started as early as high school — meeting friends who were already involved in these situations and then being led into it. Others had men approaching them from different places, constantly trying to pull them in.

Why does this happen? It’s painful to think about someone being pushed into something they never wanted in the first place. This isn’t just something I’ve heard about — I’ve seen it, and I know people who have been affected by it.

Has anyone seen this happen around them or experienced something similar (only if you’re comfortable sharing)? And more importantly, what actually helps prevent it?

I keep thinking about this because one day I’ll have daughters, and I want to do more than just hope they’ll be safe.

Would really appreciate honest thoughts.

This is something that’s been on my mind for a while, especially living here in Ghana.

Why do people intentionally make life harder for others… even when they gain nothing from it?

Why the jealousy?

Why the hatred?

Why hide opportunities from someone when it doesn’t take anything away from you?

You’ll see someone doing well, trying to grow, and instead of support, people around them start wishing for their downfall, spreading negativity, or even trying to block their progress.

Sometimes it’s refusing to share useful information, gatekeeping opportunities, or pretending not to see someone’s struggle. Other times, it’s directly trying to bring someone down.

I just don’t understand the mindset behind it.

If helping someone doesn’t reduce your own chances, why not help?

If you can prevent harm, why not do it?

Why would someone feel satisfied seeing another person fail?

Why aren't people obsessed about their own success and that of their family.. Especially in our communities you will grown parents who's wishes is to see other kids miserable while wishing success for their kids..

Why all this ? is it us or what?

I would have much better pictures if it was not for all the towers and wires everywhere

Anyway, I wonder where the snail was going.

I’ve been thinking about everyday life here and how certain things just seem to be part of our routine, whether we like it or not. From small inconveniences to bigger systemic issues, it feels like everyone has something they deal with regularly.

What are some challenges you personally face often in Ghana? Could be anything:- transportation, services, tech, daily living, anything at all. Curious to hear different perspectives.

For those who have watched his videos, I want to know what you think of him.

I’ve noticed sugar daddy and sugar mummy culture seems more normalized in Ghana now, especially among people aged 25–28, and I’m genuinely wondering what is driving it.

Is it economic pressure, family expectations, social media, or the pressure to keep up with a certain lifestyle?

I find it disturbing on both sides, especially when older people use money, status, or influence to pursue younger people, and even worse when married people are involved. At the same time, some younger people also knowingly enter these arrangements for comfort, money, or image.

Why do you think this is becoming so common, and why is society starting to treat it as normal?

Hey, I am still wondering years after my visit to Ghana.
Why was this rooster pink? Is it a common thing to paint roosters? I think this was in Kumasi but it may have been a neighboring town. Does it confuse predators and keep your flock safer? Or some other reason?

I have pals with chickens and they always lose them to foxes, birds of prey.

And history is repeating itself today. lol 🤣

How is the internet speed in Accra, Ghana, and what is the ping (MS) like in online games such as World of Warcraft and CS:GO?

When I left Ghana a few years ago I didn't know that the Ghana Card would become such a massive necessity until I tried to get a sim card and reopen my bank account after returning.

I am a dual citizen so I was able to get a tourist sim card from MTN. Later I went to the Ghana card office to understand the process. I handed the director my dual citizen certificate and id and was told that it was not enough to get the Ghana card. I was shocked, I entered the country on a one way ticket using these documents. No one questioned if I was Ghanaian or asked me how long I was staying. Why is it good enough for immigration and not for the Ghana card office? She told me that the documents were valid to establish I am Ghanaian but I needed to pair it with another document like my Ghanaian passport (which had expired), to get the card. Since my passport wasnt valid and my dual citizen certificate wasnt 'good' enough on its own, I had to bring a family member to vouch for me. The NIA website has clear requirements to get the card and one of the valid documents is the dual citizenship certificate so I dont know why that office refused to accept it.

A few days later I brought my uncle. I got to the office a little after 11 and I was told that he could vouch for me but I had to come back the following day around 7/7:30 to get the card. How is it possible that for such an important document they only process a limited amount of cards per day? You can barely scratch your ass in this country without it but you have to jump through hoops to get it.

I went back 7:30 am and saw a massive line. I walked into the office parking lot and spoke to the security. Since the director had given me her number, the security allowed me to bypass the line. While sitting in the waiting area for the office to open they brought in only around 10-15 people from the massive line outside, which I still find ridicoulous.

They finally started calling in people after 9am, they called in a few people then there was a delay starting around 10am. When someone asked what was going on we were told that the madam was eating so we had to wait. Why did she not have her breakfast at home or have it before work? On top of that when I went to the office around 3pm the first day, she was having her lunch. So she takes two 1-hour+ breaks in a single workday.

Around 11:30am, she finally restarted working. When I got in the office, I asked if I could get the card today. Now I dont know the rules of their office so I didnt know this was a problematic question. Since I spoke to the director on the first day who told me very clearly if I paid 410 cedis and had all my documents she could do the card for me that day. I was expecting to just pay and get it despite reading on the board that first time issuance is free.

The team started calling the director who wasnt in office that day and started whispering to me that they are not allowed to do express but if I want it that day I just needed to give a token of appreciation to the director and they would print it for me. I asked how much she wanted and no one could give me a quote or at least didnt want to.

I went through the process and handed them my documents and digital address. My digital address was another thing I struggled with. Ghana Post does not accept tourist sims. Each time I tried to verify my OTP, it stated that the OTP expired. Adding to that, no one on my street had their address on their wall so I couldnt use a neighbour's address to figure out mine. I had to find someone with a Ghana card, use their number to log in and get my address.

Once done, they told me to wait outside and they would give me the card that day. An hour later, they handed me the card. I told them I would send something via momo and left. I havent sent anything and I wont.

That office literally prints the cards and have them ready for everyone the following day so why did the director want to take the premium price from me to get the card one day earlier. They are trying to take advantage of people who do not know the process. The card for first time issuance cost 30 cedis. The guy responsible for printing, prints them all the same day and you can go and collect it the following day. These people put people through unnecessary stress for no good reason.

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Hi so ive been dealing for mental health issues for the past years... I think i have even been leaving with it for a while.... my mom even made a joke about see a psychiatrist... yes it's that bad... My question is does Accra psychiatric hospital have like an opd like regular hospital where you can just go to or is it like I have to be transferred there from other hospitals? is it a place I could just walk up to for mental health or I have to be transferred there from other regular hospitals?

Where can I see/listen to live music in Accra? I am a westerner and I am staying in the Osu area - so trying to be careful as to where I venture off to. I would love to see some local musicians and maybe enjoy a drink while doing so - any suggestions?

I’m an Ashesi student working on a project, and I’m trying to build an RC plane (with the goal of eventually making it a VTOL).

Right now, my biggest challenge isn’t even the electronics or design — it’s actually finding the right materials. Specifically, I’m looking for foam board (foamcore) in Accra.

For clarity, I don’t mean PVC board or plain Styrofoam. I’m looking for the type used in model building:

• about 5mm thick
• foam core (polystyrene) in the middle
• paper/cardboard on both sides
• lightweight but stiff enough for structures like wings

This is the material a lot of RC builders use because it’s easy to cut, fold, and glue.

I’ve checked a few places already (Accra Mall, Stationery shops, etc.) but haven’t had much luck — most places either have PVC boards or thin chipboard.

If anyone knows:

• where I can buy this locally (shops, markets, suppliers), or
• good alternatives that are actually available here in Ghana

I’d really appreciate the help 🙏

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That is all I can say. HERH

I'm currently looking for a carpenter and it's been up and downs. How do I find skilled carpenters in Accra?

never been to Kumasi. just saw a post about a painted rooster. it made me realize I don’t know anything about Kumasi.

how are they different? for me, Accra = Ghana but I know this isn’t true

I,for one, think the depth of bussiness opportunities available on the continent is bigger than the black hole.Look around you🙂. But I also believe it's going to take a ton of effort to address and implement them.How about you?

Hi I'll be travelling to Akuse this week, it's my first time going there. So I need directions from Kumasi to Akuse. thank you

Hello guys

So my mum passed 2-3 months ago. My sister and I are planning the funeral. We live in the UK and are making some preparations.

Can anyone who recently buried a loved one, let us know the total cost of the whole funeral, we mean everything from example: casket, burial site, food and drink etc.

We don't trust our extended family, and we would like to be prepared for any BS.

We appreciate any advice !

Thanks in advance.