The jingle on GhanaTV here goes: “There is no change in value, the value is the same”

Unfortunately, informal exchange of currency is the norm here and the balck market exchange rates seem to fluctuate a lot… so it’s a concern whether the jingle will be as true in the rural north as it will be in the more populated and ‘developed’ south of Ghana.

Happy Birthday! I’m really curious to hear more about the currency change. Will it affect those really small transactions? Is the new minimum too high?

Just wanted to say that I’m pretty excited to follow your adventures and am glad you’ve found a place where laughter and good company is common.

Enjoy and have a wonderful birthday!

Josh

WOW, I have to say I’m really impressed: 4 posts so far, in less than one month! That’s amazing! I must say I’m surprised (I love you Sarah) and I hope they keep coming!

I’ve loved reading about your experiences so far. It sounds like things are going really well! I also looked over the workshop you put together for your WP and it looks great – I can’t wait to try it out!

Wishing you lots of love from Canada,
Erin

Thanks for the update! Sounds like you’re jumping into work, and I’m glad you’ve found a place to live as well.

I think it would be great to hear about the change from cedis to pesoes… I’ve only heard a little bit about the switchover, from one of my brothers in Tamale, but I assume it’s driven by the advantages it will give to those in the major cities in the south. I’m very interested to hear how you think this will affect those living in the rural villages of the north.

Keep up the posting, as it’s great to hear these little stories

Thanks again,

Ben