Tag: Ghana

  • A Traveler’s Guide to the Dagbani Language of Northern Ghana

    Discover essential Dagbani phrases, pronunciation tips, and cultural insights for your travels in Northern Ghana. Learn greetings, numbers, directions, and more in this rich Gur language. Featured Image Suggestion: A vibrant photo of Dagbon culture—a festival, traditional musicians, or the landscape around Tamale. Introduction to the Dagbani Language Dagbani (also called Dagbanli by its people)…

  • Western Dagbani (Tomosili)

    Western Dagbani, also known as  Tomosili (or Tomosili), is a major dialect of the Dagbani language, primarily spoken in and around the administrative capital of the Northern Region of Ghana, Tamale.  Overview Dialectal Differences Differences between the Tomosili and Nayahali dialects are mainly at the phonological, lexical, and morphosyntactic levels, but they are minor enough that…

  • Eastern Dagbani Nayahali

    Eastern Dagbani Nayahali is the name for the Eastern dialect of the Dagbani language. It is spoken in and around the town of Yendi (known as Naya in the local dialect), the traditional capital of the Dagbon kingdom in northern Ghana.  Key Details

  • The Heartbeat of the City: A Survival Guide to Tamale Central Market

    If Tamale is the vibrant capital of Northern Ghana, then the Central Market is its unmistakable, pulsing heart. No visit to the city is complete without stepping into this sprawling, sensory-rich labyrinth. More than just a place to shop, it’s a living theater of daily life, commerce, and culture. Consider this your essential survival guide…

  • Welcome to Tamale: Discovering Ghana’s Vibrant Northern Capital

    Hello and welcome to Tamale Ghana TML! This is the first post on what I hope will become your go-to resource for exploring one of West Africa’s most dynamic and culturally rich cities. Whether you’re a traveler planning an adventure, a curious soul, or someone with roots in the North, you’ve found a friendly corner…