The Ghana Story library

Start with the story behind the place.

A growing, source-backed encyclopedia of Ghana told through people, culture, history and the places visitors can still experience today.

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Story typeOral tradition

Culture · 2 min read

Sasabonsam

The high forest — Kakum, Bia, Atewa.

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Culture · 2 min read

Mmoatia

Sacred groves; anywhere the forest is old.

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Culture · 2 min read

Obayifo

Anywhere. That is the fear.

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Culture · 2 min read

Adze

Wherever a firefly is where a firefly should not be.

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