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MONEY
Official Currency: 100 pesewas=1 Cedi
The Cedi is volatile against foreign currencies and
changes everyday. Forex bureaus offer slightly higher exchange rates as
compared to banks. It is essential to retain all currency exchange
receipts. Unused local currency can be reexchanged if the exchange was
authorized and you carry proper proof. Visa and Mastercard are accepted
at Barclay’s Bank for cash advances.
BANKING
& BUSINESS HOURS
Banking: Monday to
Thursday - 08:30 - 14:00
Friday - 08:30 -
15:00
Saturdays -
some banks in big cities - 08:30 to 12:00
LOCAL TIME
Ghana has the same time as that of GMT
TRANSPORT
& GETTING AROUND
ByAir
International Flights
British
Airways from UK
Afrinat
International from USA
Domestic Flights
Domestic flights are available on military planes out of Accra airport
to Kumasi and Tamale.
By Rail
A railway
system operates between and links Accra, Kumasi and Takoradi
Public
Transport:-Public bus services connect the main
cities and they are fairly organized. The smaller towns and urban areas
are accessible by minibuses called ‘tro-tros’, which are most often
than not, overcrowded. .
BySelf Drive / Car Hire
Published
by ITMB Publishing Ltd - Series Africa
Format Folded Map - Scale 1:750 000
Have a copy
of The Africa Guide's recommended Map Published by
ITMB Publishing Ltd - Series Africa Format Folded Map. ITMB Publishing
points out interesting and exotic areas in detail.
They describe in detail the
physical features of the country and the history and culture through
the text. They are a ‘must carry’ for a backpacker and tourist. The
condition of the roads especially in the rains is deplorabe. Right hand
driving is followed and an international driving licence is essential.
A U.K licence can be used for upto 90 days.
INTERNET
ACCESS/CAFÉS
BusinessGhana Internet
Cafe - Accra
3rd floor Unity House,next to Opera Cinema.On Opera Square. 15
computers available, printer, aol 'friendly'
Cyberia Internet Cafe- Accra
Cyberia is a Ghana's first "REAL" internet cafe, serving a variety of
snacks and beverages. Now with 2 branches in Accra and much more to come
Click Cyber Cafe - Tema
Rooms 103 & 104, Tiwaa House, Community 6, Tema
Opposite First Baptist Church
EMail:clickcybercafe@yahoo.com
PUBLIC
HOLIDAYS
1st January
New Years Day
·
6th March
Independence Day
·
1st May
Labour Day
·
4th June
Revolution Day
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1 July
Republic Day
·
1st December
National Farmers Day
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25th December
Christmas Day
·
26th December
Boxing Day
·
Moveable holidays- Good
Friday and Easter Monday
ELECTRICAL POWER
Electric
Power is 230V running at 50Hz. The Plug types used are :
Round pins with ground
Rectangular blade plug
TRAVEL
INSURANCE
It is not possible to pay for your medical
expenses in Gambia through your insurance company. The only option is to make full payments
after treatments and later get them reimbursed at your insurance
company through claims. However this is possible only if you are
treated by licensed medical personnel and you provide
your insurance company with proper documentation and receipts.
Always ensure you have a comprehensive travel insurance policy, which
covers you for repatriation to your home country.
Payments will be simplified if you have access to cash, either from a
credit card or by wire transfer. The country's local embassy or
representative will be able to help.
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