If you’ve ever travelled in Ghana, you know that a simple “maakye” (good morning) can open doors. A smile grows wider, the conversation gets warmer, and suddenly you’re not just a visitor. You’re part of the moment. That’s exactly why we include Twi language practice in our Kumasi & Ashanti Weekend.
Our goal isn’t to turn you into a fluent speaker in two days, but to help you connect more deeply with the people and culture around you. In the Ashanti Region, Twi isn’t just a language. And there’s no better place to learn it than right there, where it’s spoken every day.
Learning through real experiences
During the weekend, you don’t sit in a classroom. You learn by doing, hearing, and trying in real-life situations. From the moment we leave Accra, there are small opportunities to practice: greeting our hosts in Banko, chatting with drivers, or asking for food at a local stop.
On Saturday, when we visit Kumasi’s Kejetia Market, we make it a mission to use Twi in a fun and practical way. Asking prices, counting items, or greeting traders. You’ll be surprised how fast you remember words when they’re connected to something real and colourful. Don’t worry if you don’t know anything in Twi yet. We will help you, and of course it’s a practice. You don’t have to be perfect.
A practical example
One of our favourite moments is the “market mission”. Each pair of participants receives a short list of Twi phrases to try, such as:
- “Ɛyɛ sɛn?” – How much is it?
- “Twa so kakra.” – Reduce it a little.
- “Medaase.” – Thank you.
Your challenge is simple: find a small item at the market, buy it in Twi, and note how people respond. Within minutes, the market turns into a language classroom full of laughter, friendly corrections, and proud “You tried!” from the sellers.
This small exercise captures the spirit of our trips: learning through genuine interaction, not memorization.
Why it matters
Speaking a few words of Twi changes how you experience Ghana. It shows effort, respect, and curiosity. Three things Ghanaians value deeply. Ghanaians often say “You tried!” with genuine excitement when you greet them in their language. It’s a bridge that instantly breaks the ice and turns interactions into real exchanges.
For travellers, volunteers, and interns living in Ghana, this experience goes beyond a weekend trip. It gives you confidence to use Twi in daily life at the market, in a taxi, or at work. And most importantly, it makes Ghana feel more like home.
Come learn the language of connection
So when you join our next Kumasi & Ashanti Weekend, come ready to explore, laugh, and learn. You’ll leave not just with memories and photos, but with new words, new friends, and a new way to connect with Ghana.
Because sometimes, one “medaase” (thank you) says more than a hundred words in English.
