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KEY STEPS TO HASSLE FREE RENTAL EXPERIENCE IN GHANA

By the silent guardian
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  1. CONSIDER THE LOCATION The number one thing to consider before renting in Ghana is the location. Do a little research about the location. Consider its proximity to important areas like hospitals, banks, etc. Decide how close the area must be to a main road or any good access road. Factor the cost of transportation to the place and its surrounding areas. Most good locations come with a price in Ghana. The location can also be based on the distance to your office or any other considerable reason, but it must always be an advantage to you. 2. CHECK THE CRIME RATE OF THE AREA Crime can be committed anywhere but if you are choosing a place to reside, it will be good to look into the frequency, pattern, and nature of crime within the area. Most crowded and overpopulated areas come with high crime rates, whereas there are some underpopulated areas also with high crime rates. Ask about the crime rate and gravity of crimes at a location before deciding to settle there. This can prevent ...
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GHANA'S HEATWAVE: A GUIDE TO HOTTEST PEPPERS

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  If it's all about pepper, most people do not care about the types except cooks, chefs, and people to whom food matters. Pepper is one of the key ingredients in our daily lives, without it, taste will lack hotness and nausea may set in. A lot of dishes cannot be prepared or taken without this key ingredient. Here we shall take a look at the most common types of pepper in Ghana and their hotness as well as the dishes they are used in. HOTNESS OF PEPPER IS MEASURED IN SCOVILLE HEAT UNITS The hotness of pepper is measured in  Scoville Heat Units , which determines the hotness or spiciness of the pepper. In simple terms, the higher the figure, the hotter the pepper.  The noted range is  0 - 2,693,000 SHU   (Scoville Heat Units)  as of the time of this article. We shall only look into the types of pepper that are common in Ghana and the types of meals or dishes they are mostly used in. 1. BELL PEPPER With  SHU of 0 , it's often used with freshly eaten vegg...
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AIR COOLERS vs. AIR CONDITIONERS: THE FACTS AND MISCONCEPTIONS

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Often than usual, most people struggle in deciding what to buy when it comes to devices that will manage good aeration and house cooling. The issue of whether to buy a Standing fan, air cooler or AC  (Air Conditioner)  becomes mindboggling. Most factors should be considered when finalizing your decision about this. 1. STANDING FANS   With aeration and cooling, standing fans are the most comfortable option for starters and start-ups. Standing fans are mostly less expensive and suitable for small spaces when the total number of occupants is less.  A Standing fan There are several brands out there with several features. The latest designs are rechargeable, can be folded, etc. Standing fans cannot withstand exposure to excessive use and pressure. 2. CEILING FANS For a more 360-degree rotational aeration, the best choice is a ceiling fan. They come with different features  (blade length, number of blades, controlling mechanisms, etc.)  at various prices. Choose ...
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FAMILY SECRETS: THE UNSPOKEN ISSUE OF INCEST IN GHANA

By the silent guardian
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  Incest (inbreeding),   has sunk its teeth deep into the flesh of our beloved country to the extent that, it is threatening the life of our societies. May religion keep its confusion at bay because according to certain creation stories, the logic is that, God at that time allowed incest between Cain and his siblings. It is a highly questionable theory! Incest is venomous Incest does not only include sexual experience between parents and children or siblings of the same parents, it also includes, close-cousin sexual connections as well.  Incest has been in existence worldwide since the beginning of the ages, it will be difficult to determine when or where it began in time, especially if certain holy books indirectly made a reference to it from the very beginning.  Incest is so, so, so wrong, and has been proven through various scientific and psychological studies. The dangers are overwhelming, such that it can make a person mute after researching about it. Worldwide,...
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NAVIGATING ASHAIMAN: THE DOS, DON'TS AND WONDERS

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Most people in Ghana even native Ghanaians, seem to take caution just at the mention of certain towns.  Ashaiman used to lead the list until Kasoa gained fame with high crime rates.   Honestly, it took some effort and research to present the facts I am about to lay bare in this article. I could not gather all information but this is enough for a curious mind who needs to understand the crime-geology of  ASHAIMAN.   The name of the town Ashaiman, meaning " Town of Ashai ", with "Ashai" being the founder of the town has several communities. Of all the communities, I will delve only into the suburbs of interest. The township is noted for its notoriety which can be traced to several factors but not limited to overpopulation and low standard of living.  There are several access routes to the town, on the Eastern side lies the Accra - Akosombo main road, and to the west lies the N1 (motorway), Lashibi, and Adjei Kojo link. The south stretch leads to Tema and the ...
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GHANAIAN MARRIAGES AT RISK: 8 PRESSING THREATS

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  A lot of marriages in Ghana tend to fail for so many reasons. It is devastating to go through the stress of getting married only to realize things are not working for you and then you have to find your way out. Some break ups and divorces in marriage are advisable, while others are questionable. Whatever the reason may be, here are a few of the notable motives for divorces in Ghana in recent years.  1. SOME PASTORS, PROPHETS, "MEN OF GOD" ETC. Though several marriages are overseen and blessed by Pastors and others in such positions alike, most end up being the same reason why marriages are breaking up. From stories of negative visions about a partner to secretly having their way with some married women, Pastors and such men of religious positions cannot simply be left out of the root causes of divorces in Ghana. Married and unmarried women together are the most vulnerable to this particular issue. The primary reasons for some of these women becoming vulnerable are; Infertil...
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