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Ghana · Diaspora Engagement

Sankofa
Legacy
Journeys — Go back. Retrieve what was lost.

2026 Summer Edition · July 25 – August 4

A 7 to 10-day immersive Ghana experience for professionals, entrepreneurs, families, and leaders in the Diaspora. Heritage reconnection, business engagement, cultural immersion, and philanthropy — woven into one transformative journey.

7–10  Day packages available 4  Pillars of engagement July 25  2026 Summer Edition begins
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Program Overview

A journey of
roots, purpose & legacy.

The Sankofa Legacy Journeys™ — Ghana Program is a thoughtfully designed 7 to 10-day immersive experience created for professionals, entrepreneurs, families, and leaders in the Diaspora seeking to reconnect with their roots, explore economic opportunities, and contribute meaningfully to communities in Ghana.

Participants will gain firsthand exposure to Ghana's rich cultural heritage, vibrant business landscape, and community development efforts — building lasting relationships and creating meaningful impact.

Inspired by the Akan concept of Sankofa“to go back and retrieve what was lost” — this journey blends heritage discovery, business engagement, cultural immersion, and philanthropy into one purposeful and transformative experience.

“Go back and retrieve what was lost.” Akan Proverb · Program Philosophy
Who Should Join

This program is for you.

Eight paths · One journey
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Professionals in the Diaspora

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Entrepreneurs & Investors

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Families Reconnecting with Heritage

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Corporate & Professional Groups

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Community Leaders

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Philanthropic Organizations

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First-Time Visitors to Ghana

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Returning Visitors Seeking Deeper Engagement

Journey Highlights

Places you will discover.

Heritage · Culture · Iconic Sites
Nº 01 · Central Region

Cape Coast Castle

Nº 02 · Greater Accra

Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum

Nº 03 · Eastern Region

Aburi Botanical Gardens

Nº 04 · Central Region

Kakum National Park

Nº 05 · Eastern Region

Boti Falls

Nº 06 · Central Region

Assin Manso Slave River

The Four Pillars

Four pillars. One purpose.

Every day of the journey weaves heritage, business, culture, and philanthropy into a single transformative experience.

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Heritage

Reconnect with ancestral roots through UNESCO sites, castle visits, and diaspora remembrance experiences.

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Business

Engage with entrepreneurs, investors, and institutions shaping Ghana's economic future.

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Culture

Immerse in Ashanti royalty, Kente cloth traditions, naming ceremonies, and community celebrations.

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Philanthropy

Give back through service projects, youth engagement, and community impact initiatives.

Day-by-Day

Full program itinerary.

July 25 – August 4, 2026
7, 8, and 10-Day packages
Day 1
July 25, 2026

Arrival in Accra & Welcome Reception

Activities
  • Airport pickup and hotel transfer
  • Welcome orientation
  • Ghana cultural introduction
  • Sankofa Legacy welcome reception
Experience Focus
  • Cultural orientation
  • Relationship building
  • Introduction to Ghana
Day 2
July 26, 2026

Accra Heritage & National Identity Tour

Activities
  • Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park
  • Independence Square
  • National Museum of Ghana
  • Evening reflection session
Experience Focus
  • Ghana's independence history
  • National identity
  • Leadership legacy
Day 3
July 27, 2026

Cape Coast & Elmina Heritage Experience

Activities
  • Travel to Cape Coast
  • Cape Coast Castle / Elmina Castle
  • Assin Manso Slave River
  • Kakum National Park Canopy Walk
  • Guided heritage tour & reflection
Experience Focus
  • Transatlantic slave trade history
  • Heritage remembrance
  • Diaspora reconnection
  • Nature exploration
Day 4
July 28, 2026

Cape Coast Community Immersion

Activities
  • Traditional community visit
  • Local cuisine experience
  • Cultural exchange session
  • Group reflection
Experience Focus
  • Cultural traditions
  • Historical reflection
  • Community interaction
Day 5
July 29, 2026

Philanthropy, Community Impact & Cultural Innovation

Activities
  • Meet chiefs and community leaders
  • Cultural heritage discussions
  • Naming Ceremony
  • Community service project
  • School / youth engagement
  • Bonfire and cultural dance
Experience Focus
  • Giving back & community impact
  • Economic development
  • Legacy-building engagement
  • Leadership engagement
Day 6
July 30, 2026

Business & Investment Engagement

Activities
  • Travel back to Accra
  • Visit local businesses
  • Entrepreneur networking session
  • Investment & development overview
  • Business leadership dialogue
Experience Focus
  • Business opportunities
  • Investment awareness
  • Professional networking
Day 7
July 31, 2026

Cultural Market, Shopping & Beach Visit Last day · 7-Day

Activities
  • Cultural market experience
  • Craft and art center visit
  • Shopping mall visit
  • Beach visit
Experience Focus
  • City & market experience
  • Reflection and celebration
Day 8
August 1, 2026

Eastern Region — Nature, Wellness & Transfer to Kumasi Extended program

Activities
  • Transfer to Eastern Region
  • Aburi Botanical Gardens
  • Boti Falls & Umbrella Rock
  • Massage by the waterfall
  • Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa Farm
  • Departure for Kumasi (10-Day)
Experience Focus
  • Nature and scenic beauty
  • Wellness and restoration
  • Reflection and renewal
Day 9
August 2, 2026

Kumasi Heritage Discovery Extended program

Activities
  • Manhyia Palace Museum
  • Kumasi Cultural Centre
  • Prempeh II Jubilee Museum
  • Cultural heritage discussions
Experience Focus
  • Ashanti history and royalty
  • Cultural immersion
  • Heritage appreciation
Day 10
August 3, 2026

Ashanti Experience & Return to Accra Extended program

Activities
  • Bonwire — Kente cloth town
  • Lake Bosomtwe (Ghana's only natural lake)
  • Late afternoon return to Accra
  • Night hotel check-in in Accra
Experience Focus
  • Art, identity, and tradition
  • Local commerce and culture
  • Reflection on the journey
Departure
August 4, 2026

Final Departure Extended program

Activities
  • Hotel check-out
  • Airport transfers & departure assistance
  • Farewell and onward journeys
Experience Focus
  • Final goodbyes & continued connection
  • Smooth departure
What You Get

Included & what to note.

Transparent from start to finish

What's Included

  • Airport pickup & drop-off
  • Hotel accommodation coordination
  • Daily transportation
  • Guided heritage tours
  • Entry tickets to all tours
  • Philanthropy coordination
  • Cultural experiences
  • Program coordination
  • Local support team
  • Daily breakfast and dinner
  • Sankofa Legacy program guide & gift bag
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What's Not Included

  • Daily lunch (guided to options)
  • Airfare / round-trip flight from your home to Ghana
  • Tips for tour staff ($2–4 per person)
  • Waterfall massage entry (~$15)
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Optional Add-Ons

  • DNA ancestry support
  • Land or property exploration
  • Agricultural investment tours
  • Business networking meetings
  • Cultural festival participation
  • Extended volunteer projects
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Yellow Fever Vaccination

A yellow fever shot is required at least 10 days before arrival in Ghana. Please ensure you have your International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP).

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Ghana Visa

Visit the Ghana Embassy website in your country for visa application details. Visa on arrival is also available in Ghana for eligible nationalities.

Why This Program Matters

More than travel — a legacy moment.

For many members of the Diaspora, returning to Ghana represents more than travel — it is a journey of identity, opportunity, and legacy. The Sankofa Legacy Journey™ transforms travel into purposeful reconnection and lasting impact.

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Roots

Reconnect with your ancestral homeland and cultural identity.

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Opportunity

Explore business and investment possibilities in Ghana.

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Community

Give back through philanthropy and hands-on community engagement.

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Legacy

Build meaningful, generational connections that endure.

— Sankofa —

Begin your Sankofa Legacy Journey™.

Your journey back to your roots begins here.

  • Reconnect with your roots.
  • Explore new opportunities.
  • Give back to communities.
  • Build your legacy.