Culture · 2 min read
Mawu-Lisa and the Vodun
Volta Region shrines; the Ewe drumming and dance traditions of Anlo.
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History · 2 min read
The Wall at Notsie: how the Ewe walked out backwards
Anloga, and the Hogbetsotso festival there in early November.
Places · 2 min read
The Mountain and the Oracle: Amedzofe and the Volta highlands
Amedzofe, the highest habitable settlement in Ghana; Mount Gemi; Wli Falls; Tafi Atome monkey sanctuary.
Places · 2 min read
The River Takes Its Own: Volta water lore
Ada Foah at the estuary; the Volta ferries; Dodi Island and the Akosombo lake boats.