Unique Qualities Of The Major Tribes In Ghana (Photos)

There are many tribes in Ghana and most of the major tribes have certain qualities that are peculiar to them.

Here’re some characteristics that can be used to describe most of the major tribes in Ghana and here are a few of them

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1. Frafra – Principled and Hardworking

Everybody in Ghana, mostly those who really know more about the Gurune people popularly known as the Frafra, know that they are very principled and hard working. They are also known to be incorruptible.

2. Akuapims – Disciplined and Respectful

One thing every Ghanaian can say about the Akuapims is that they are very respectful and disciplined to the extent they have to even apologize before insulting you.

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3. Bono People – Humble and Patient

Whoever has associated himself with the Bono people will attest to the fact that they are the most humble tribe in Ghana who always desist from any form of conflict. You hardly hear anything bad about them. Most Ghanaians tease them but you never see them react or respond in any way.

4. Ashantis – Entrepreneurial

Most Ashantis are naturally good business men and women and believe more in creating your own job than working for someone else. Even if they attain the highest level of education, they will still start their own business and do not really bother how small it is so far as it is their own.

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5. Fantis – nondiscriminatory

The Fantis are the most nondiscriminatory tribe in Ghana and friendly with all the other tribes in Ghana. Most tribes in Ghana have their own preference of tribes they wish to associate with. Fantis harbor no resentments against other tribes.

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6. Wala – Peaceful

The Wala people located in the Upper West region are one of the most peaceful Northern tribes in Ghana. Hardly do you hear any conflicts among them?

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7. Gonjas – Hospitable and Joyful

The Gonjas are one of the most hospitable tribes you can find in Ghana. They are mostly friendly and welcoming. The current president of the country is a Gonja and many don’t understand why he seems to be happy all the time even after what everybody says about him, trust us, that is how all his countrymen are, they take things easy all the time. You hardly see them angry and unhappy.

8. Dagombas – Hate Injustice

The Dagomba people, from the Northern part of Ghana, are one of the tribes who really hate injustice and this is usually misconstrued to mean they are not understanding, this is a wrong perception about them. They strongly believe in equality and justice and so if it is not done that way, then they will be forced to disagree with you.

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9. Nzemas – Humble and Adaptive

The Nzemas are so adaptive and humble you can hardly make them out when they mix with other tribes. They flow with every tribe in Ghana with ease.

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10. Ewes – Honest

Ewes are very honest in their doings.

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11. Gas – Hate Injustice

The Ga tribe just like the Dagomba tribe also hate injustice and believes in equality for all. They also believe in the rule of law and makes sure everybody does what is right. They are also quite conservative in many ways.

12. Krobo – Entrepreneurial and Hardworking

The Krobos just like the Ashantis also prefers making their own money than to work for someone else but they believe more in trading and agriculture than other businesses.

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What tribe are you from and does these qualities match your tribe perfectly? Let us know in the comment box below.