Dating in Ghana is something many expats look forward to when planning their time in the country. Dating in Accra came with its ups, downs, and many lessons that I will share in this blog post so you have an idea of the things you might experience while dating and things you can keep in mind on your own journey.
Disclaimer : Opinions expressed are of my own accord. The experiences discussed in this blog post may not reflect and are not an indicator of what you may experience. Furthermore, the generalizations made in this blog post are based on my personal experience and do not and are not meant to reflect the entire Ghanaian population.
Please remember that my POV is that of a foreigner, so the way I perceive aspects of the culture may not necessarily be the reality. I was also only dating men during my time in the country, so this blog post will focus on my experience with men. This is a common misconception regarding dating abroad in general, but this narrative is especially present in African countries. The love scam stories are out there and are very real, but as long as you are aware of those and not naive, you will be fine.
The reality is that many Ghanaians are well-traveled, educated, and have the means to enter your home country if they want to on their way through their channels. Of course, this will all vary based on your personal experience, so I recommend approaching dating in Ghana with an open mind and heart as you navigate these complexities. During my early months in Ghana, I quickly realized how much Ghanaians love the concept of marriage and even having a partner.
Any time I was walking around with one of my male friends, especially in markets, merchants would automatically assume that I was their wife before a friend. This was hilarious to me, but it just goes to show how much of an emphasis is placed on partnership and marriage in the culture.
