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Ussher Fort Slave Museum: a detour from Ashaiman

Ussher Fort Slave Museum and Documentary Centre is not in Ashaiman itself: it sits in Usshertown, Jamestown, Accra. But for travellers based in Ashaiman, it is a meaningful cultural detour that can fit into a compact 45–90 minute walk once you arrive in the old coastal quarter. Start outside the fort’s pale, restored walls on High Street, where the dense traffic of central Accra begins to give way to Jamestown’s older streets. Ussher Fort was built during the colonial era and now serves as a museum documenting Ghana’s place in the Atlantic slave trade. This is not a visit to rush: the original holding cells, thick stone passages and low doorways make the history physically immediate. After the museum, continue west along the streets of Usshertown toward the Jamestown waterfront. The route is short but full of everyday detail: fishing nets drying near compounds, small kiosks serving drinks and snacks, and the sound of repair work around the harbour. Look back occasionally—the fort’s coastal position helps explain why this stretch of Accra became so central to trade, movement and control. End near Jamestown Lighthouse, where the streets open toward the sea and the working fishing harbour. It is a useful contrast to the quiet, enclosed spaces inside Ussher Fort: boats, canoes and the broad Atlantic horizon bring the location into focus. Go in the cooler part of the day, allow time to read the museum displays, and make this a considered deviation from Ashaiman rather than a quick photo stop. It is well worth the journey for a short, grounded walk through Accra’s coastal history.

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Millennium Marathon 2026 takes place in Accra on September 12

12 settembre 2026

Accra city centre

The Millennium Marathon 2026, an international half marathon in Accra, is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026. For runners and local spectators in Abokobi and across Greater Accra, the event brings a major certified road-running fixture to the city centre. The event is presented as a World Athletics certified running event in West Africa. Registration is open through the Millennium Marathon website or by mobile code *800*17#. No start time, entry price or detailed route information has been provided in the available event details. Millennium Sports Company Limited lists its office at #12 Mallam Futa Street, Nima, Accra. Its listed telephone number is +233 25 612 2968.

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Event details

When: September 12, 2026
Where: Accra city centreAccra, Greater Accra, GH
Organizer: Millennium Sports Company Limited

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The Millennium Marathon 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026.
The event is described as an international half marathon held in Accra.
The marathon website states that registration is open and provides website registration and mobile registration via *800*17#.
The event is presented as a World Athletics certified running event in West Africa.
The organizer lists its office at #12 Mallam Futa Street, Nima, Accra, Ghana, with telephone number +233 25 612 2968.

Information last verified September 8, 2026.

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Micronutrient Forum 7th Global Conference in Accra, 28 September–1 October

28 settembre 2026

Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra

The Micronutrient Forum 7th Global Conference (MNF 2026) is scheduled in Accra from 28 September to 1 October 2026 at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra, 66 Gamel Abdul Nasser Avenue. The conference brings registration options for in-person and online participation. For delegates from low-, lower-middle- and upper-middle-income countries, regular in-person registration is listed at US$500 until 9 September, rising to US$600 from 10 September. Student in-person registration is US$250 until 9 September and US$300 thereafter. Online participation is listed at US$50 for eligible delegates and students. In-person registration includes scientific sessions, the opening reception, exhibition and poster areas, scheduled-break refreshments, networking opportunities and a certificate of attendance.

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Event details

When: September 28, 2026 – October 1, 2026
Where: Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra66 Gamel Abdul Nasser Avenue, Accra, Greater Accra, GH
Organizer: Micronutrient Forum
Admission: $400.00

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The conference is scheduled for 28 September to 1 October 2026 in Accra, Ghana.
The conference venue is Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra, 66 Gamel Abdul Nasser Avenue, Accra, Ghana.
The event is hybrid, with in-person and online participation available.
The conference theme is “Nutrition at the Frontiers of a Changing Environment.”
Regular in-person registration for delegates from low-, lower-middle-, and upper-middle-income countries is listed at 500 USD until 9 September 2026; the late or onsite rate from 10 September 2026 is 600 USD.

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Information last verified September 8, 2026.

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Christiansborg Castle: a revealing detour from Teshie

From Teshie, a short journey west leads to Christiansborg Castle, better known as Osu Castle, one of Accra’s most significant coastal landmarks. It is an easy detour in distance, but it opens up a much wider story about Ghana’s past. This is not simply a scenic stop by the sea or a building to photograph from outside: it is a place shaped by trade, colonial rule, political power and the long, complicated history of the Gulf of Guinea. Originally built by the Danes in the 17th century, the castle changed hands and purposes several times over the centuries. It was later used by British colonial authorities and, after independence, became the seat of government for Ghanaian presidents. That shift in function is part of what makes the site so revealing. Few buildings in Accra connect the era of European forts so directly with the country’s modern political life. The coastal setting adds another layer. Standing near the water, the castle makes its strategic location immediately understandable: this was a place designed to watch the shoreline, control movement and project authority. Its pale exterior, guarded grounds and position beside the Atlantic create a sharp contrast with the everyday pace of the surrounding city. Take time to walk around the seafront side and notice how close the building sits to the ocean. A visit works particularly well after a morning in Teshie, whether you have been near the shoreline, watching fishing boats or exploring the local market atmosphere. As you move toward Osu, Teshie’s more community-led rhythm gives way to busier streets, restaurants and city traffic. Inside or around the castle, depending on visitor access, the historical context helps turn that journey into more than a change of neighbourhood. Christiansborg Castle is a practical and worthwhile stop for travellers who want to see Accra’s coast with greater depth and perspective.

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Africa Real Estate Masterclass 2026 in Accra

3 settembre 2026 alle ore 09:00

Skills Hub by YOTA

Africa Real Estate Masterclass 2026 takes place on 3 September, from 09:00 to 15:00, at Skills Hub by YOTA, 95 La-Bawaleshi Road, Ground Floor, Accra. The programme is organized by Africa Real Estate International Ltd. The session addresses technology-driven real-estate businesses, digital marketing, blockchain applications, data analytics, and legal and regulatory issues affecting the sector. Networking, mock sessions and a panel question-and-answer session are also listed as part of the day. The masterclass is intended for real-estate agents and brokers, developers, investors, architects, engineers, construction professionals, financial analysts, entrepreneurs and small-business owners. The event listing states that seats are limited.

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Event details

When: September 3, 2026 at 9:00 AM – September 3, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Where: Skills Hub by YOTA95 La-Bawaleshi Road, Ground Floor, Accra, Greater Accra Region, GH
Organizer: Africa Real Estate International Ltd

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The masterclass is scheduled for September 3, 2026, from 09:00 to 15:00.
The venue is Skills Hub by YOTA at 95 La-Bawaleshi Road, Ground Floor, Accra, Greater Accra Region.
The organizer is Africa Real Estate International Ltd.
The program covers technology-driven real-estate businesses, digital marketing, blockchain applications, data analytics, and legal and regulatory issues.
The listing identifies networking, mock sessions, and a panel question-and-answer session as side activities.

Information last verified September 1, 2026.

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Africa Youth Summit & Festival 2026 comes to University of Ghana, Legon

8 ottobre 2026

University of Ghana, Legon

Africa Youth Summit & Festival 2026 will run from 8 to 11 October at the University of Ghana, Legon, in Accra. Organized by Innovation for Empowerment and Development, the four-day gathering carries the theme “Next-Gen Africa: Empowering Youth, AI, and Sustainable Industry.” The programme is set to include conferences, training programmes and business pitches, alongside games and tours. It will also feature recognized certificates, an award night, a musical concert, a cultural showcase and the Afro Jollof battle. The event is aimed at youth leaders, creatives, entrepreneurs and changemakers from across Africa and the diaspora, with more than 500 young delegates expected. Online registration is open through the event website.

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Event details

When: October 8, 2026 – October 11, 2026
Where: University of Ghana, LegonAccra, GH
Organizer: Innovation for Empowerment and Development

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The Africa Youth Summit & Festival 2026 will take place from 8 to 11 October 2026 in Accra, Ghana.
The venue is the University of Ghana, Legon.
The event is organized by Innovation for Empowerment and Development.
The programme includes conferences, training programmes, business pitches, games, tours, recognized certificates, an award night, a musical concert, a cultural showcase, and the Afro Jollof battle.
The listed theme is “Next-Gen Africa: Empowering Youth, AI, and Sustainable Industry.”

Information last verified August 28, 2026.

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WABC 2026 Professional Business Expo in Accra, 25–27 September

25 settembre 2026

Kaila Place Event

WABC 2026 Professional Business Expo will take place from 25 to 27 September 2026 at Kaila Place Event in Accra. For businesses and professionals in Amasaman and the wider Greater Accra Region, the three-day gathering is centred on commercial links across West Africa and the diaspora. The programme includes conferences, panel discussions, workshops and curated business matchmaking. Its stated themes cover the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), regional integration, investment and partnership opportunities, alongside Made-in-Africa products and services. Organised by WABC, the expo brings these discussions and networking activities to an Accra venue over three days. Attendance availability, ticket prices and daily session times have not been specified in the available event information.

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Event details

When: September 25, 2026 – September 27, 2026
Where: Kaila Place EventAccra, Greater Accra Region, GH
Organizer: WABC

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WABC 2026 is scheduled for September 25–27, 2026.
The event venue is Kaila Place Event in Accra, Ghana.
The expo is designed to connect businesses across West Africa and the diaspora.
The programme includes conferences, panels, workshops, and curated business matchmaking.
The event focuses on AfCFTA, regional integration, investment, partnerships, and Made-in-Africa products and services.

Information last verified August 18, 2026.