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Is Ghana’s biggest cultural import actually beneficial for locals?
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Is Ghana’s biggest cultural import actually beneficial for locals?
Ghana’s tourism ambitions now depend on what happens after the festive season: the platforms, heritage assets and systems that turn visitor attention into a year-round economy.
Traditional festivals are the backbone of Ghana’s culture. It's during this time that you see the authentic practice of our forefathers—feasting, drumming, fashion, conflict resolution, durbars and more all come alive. Documentary photographer Paul Addo explores the traditions linked to the Odwira Festival.
At approximately 80 metres, Wli Agumatsa Waterfalls in Ghana’s Volta Region is the highest waterfall in the West African sub-region. Documentary photographer Paul Addo reflects on his hike to the top and shares some of the images he took along the route.