Comparison is the Thief of Joy
Today, I want to share a powerful lesson that resonates deeply within our Ghanaian culture: “Comparison is the thief of joy.” As a British-Ghanaian, I’ve come to understand the profound impact that this saying has on our happiness and well-being. So, let’s embark on a journey together to explore the effects of comparison, embrace our…
Being too British to be Ghanaian: What does it mean to be part of the UK Ghanaian diaspora?
By Nerissa Kusi I was at a science conference last year in April. Whilst there, someone introduced me to a fellow scientist saying “Nerissa is also Ghanaian”. However, when I spoke about being from London the other Ghanaian scientist, who had moved from Ghana for her PhD told me “So you’re British, not Ghanaian”. And…
Ghanaian Authors For Your Reading List – Part 2
By Louisa Danquah If you missed out on the first part of this reading list, have a look at the article here. Yaba Badoe In addition to being an author, Yaba Badoe is documentary filmmaker and journalist. She was born in Tamale in Northern Ghana and lives in London. I first found out about her…
Ghanaian Authors For Your Reading List – Part 1
By Louisa Danquah If you’re looking for some Ghanaian authors to read I’ve compiled a list; some I’ve read and some I’ve (admittedly) been meaning to read for some time. Yaa Gyasi Yaa Gyasi is a Ghanaian American author who was born in Mampong, Ghana and moved to the US aged 10. She won the…
10 Facts you may (or may not) know about Ghana!
In honour of Ghana’s 66th Independence Day, here are 10 things you may or may not know about Ghana: By Christiana Sarsah
GYP Travel Series: Lake Bosomtwe
Lake Bosomtwe is Ghana’s only natural lake, formed in an ancient impact crater with a surface area of 49 square kilometres and maximum depth of 81 metres. The lake is located in the Ashanti region, about 30 kilometres south-east from Kumasi. Lake Bosomtwe gets its name from old legends. In 1648, an Ashanti hunter named…
GYP Travel Series: Kakum National Park
Kakum National Park is located in the Central Region of Ghana and covers an area of 375 square kilometres. It takes its name from the Kakum river which starts within the protected area of the park. It was established as a wildlife reserve in 1931 and became a national park in 1992. It is one…
GYP Travel Series: Independence Square
Also known as Black Star Square is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ghana. It is situated in Accra and is one of the largest city squares in the world with a capacity of 30,000, second only to Tiananmen Square in Beijing. The square was commissioned by Kwame Nkrumah in 1957 and finished…
Productivity: How to Manage Your Energy
How efficient are you in completing tasks? Sure, you may submit assignments on time, but were you maintaining a steady work-rate? Before you know it, you’re pulling an all-nighter or working outside of normal hours to meet the deadline. As a result, your stress levels may be raised during that period of time and will…
Top Tips For Starting University- Part 2
You’ve had your results, chosen the uni, applied for student finance, chosen your accommodation and it’s arrivals day. You, my friend, are at university. What next you may wonder? Don’t worry, here are some tips on how to survive one of the most life changing experiences you will ever have! Living with new people Now,…
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