Have you noticed this too?
Whenever people talk about Africa—especially in the diaspora—Ghana finds its way into the conversation. Of course, this shouldn’t be surprising because Ghana is one of the popular countries on the African continent.
But in addition to its political & academic relevance in Africa, it really has become THE go-to place for most people in the diaspora. Whether you’re considering a permanent move to Africa or planning a vacation, you’re likely to have Ghana recommended to you.
Why is that?
We asked a few people who travel in and out of Ghana every year, why Ghana is their top choice. Wanna find out?
Why Do We Love Ghana?
breathtaking. For people confronted with the fact that they aren’t accepted even in the country they built and are faced with prejudice of skin and privilege, Ghana becomes a sparkling star in leading the way to acceptance, and taking the story of pan-Africanism to the other side of the Ocean. With African-Americans, Ghanaians possess a kinship that has retained its savour for decades. From giving asylum and refuge to civil rights activists, to granting citizenship to notable African-American activists like W. E. B. Dubois. Ghana did it all and spurred her star for other countries to follow. Why do African Americans love Ghana 
? Why should it be Ghana and not any other country
1. The Year of Return.
For most African-Americans, Ghana is home—they were literally welcomed into it. In 2019, Ghana became the first African country to officially extend their hands towards their brothers and sisters on the other side of the Atlantic. The gesture was met with so much love, as our people were reminded that they have a home away from the hustle and bustle of the USA.
There has been a mass exodus of African Americans to Ghana since 2007. Today, the population stands at over 3,000.
2. The Search For Identity.
Ghana was the first African country to give African Americans the feeling of belonging to a family on the Motherland. African-Americans stood forlorn in America, were often sidelined and discriminated against, but Ghana was the first country in the world to open their arms wide and African-Americans en mass. Today, they can obtain dual citizenship and the African etymology on the ‘African-American’ name can now be identified as Ghanaian-American.
3. Historical Affinity.
Ghana and the Black diaspora have got an affinal relationship that dates back to the ugly history of the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Over 13 Million Africans were taken as slaves across the Atlantic to the New World from both West and Central West Africa and Ghana was one of the countries where people were taken as slaves from. Today, Ghana and Nigeria 
accounts for close to 70% of the African-American ancestry.
4. Formal Apology.
Ghana has been the first only African country to formally apologise for its role in the Slave Trade. From the early 2000s, The President, Priests, and Citizens have played a huge part in making sure the grievances on the part of African-Americans in the roles Ghana played in the Slave Trade are forgiven.
There have also been apology rendered from the slave forts in Ghana.
Nana Akufo-Addo has also called for repatriation from Europe and America.
5. Language.
While there are 50 indigenous languages spoken in Ghana, the English language is the official language of the country making it easy for African-Americans to settle in Ghana.
6. Investing Effortessly.
Ghana is one of the top ranking African countries when it comes to ease of doing business. It is also a great place for investment for African-Americans. The African American demography contributes over $1 Trillion dollars per year to the American economy and can get to invest in Ghana easily with great returns. Today, Ghana can boast of a Billion dollar revenue from tourism greatly aided by African-Americans.
7. A Strong Hand In The Civil Rights Movement.
Ghana served as a refuge for African-American Civil Rights leaders when they were persecuted. It also served as an inspiration for the Civil Rights Movement through her independence as notable African-American voices like Martin Luther King Jr. were present on her independence day. Today, Ghana is fulfilling the dream of Marcus Garvey with her assisting African-Americans on their return to Africa.
8. Discount On Lands.
Ghana gives land discounts to African-Americans who seek to resettle in Ghana. This is to provide an easy transition into the African society as lands are of paramount importance in African cultures.
9. An African Big Brother.
With Ghana extending an invitation to African-Americans, it’s setting a precedence for other African countries to follow.
10. A Home and More.
Ghana is now considered home for African-Americans, but it seeks to also expand to the Caribbean and also Black Latin community. Ghana stands as a beacon of their communal history and seeks to tell her story, not just of the slave trade, but of Kingdoms that traded gold as far as the Middle East.
