Monthly Archives: October 2011

Roaming in Rwanda

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Kwaku Dankwa

Today, I’m ultra-excited to have Amma Bonsu as my guest commuter! She’s the host of The Ammazing Series, and she’s traveled around Africa to profile stories that highlight the beauty and resilience of Africa. That’s how I met her, when … Continue reading →

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Please don’t scratch

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Kwaku Dankwa

I’ve always maintained that the gains are minimal when trying to dodge the traffic of the main road. If I were driving, I’d probably just stick it out along Mensvic Hotel rather than take the back road at L’Ecole Francaise. … Continue reading →

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Troto on my birthday? No way!

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Kwaku Dankwa

Less than halfway through the journey, I was laughing at every story that poured of this guy’s mouth. It was the way he told them that made them so hilarious. His voice reminded me of Agya Koo’s, though he looked … Continue reading →

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I don’t wear white trousers

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Kwaku Dankwa

For me, leg room is a luxury in any trotro. One Sunday, having been left behind, I had to trek to church by myself. I was in the first row – alone. Soon, I was lost in my daydreams. It … Continue reading →

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