Ghana’s tech scene is slowly become one of the most advanced tech centres on the continent.
Accra was one of the stops Seedstars made on their globetrotting pitch competition. In January, Ghana became the fifth country, the fourth in Africa, to receive access to the Internet.org application. So, it’s safe to say if you have even a passing interest in technology or startups, you’ll have a reason to visit the Gold state soon. Or perhaps maybe you already live in Ghana. Or maybe just thinking about Ghana right now. Ghana, Ghana, Ghana!
Okay, now that I know you’re truly thinking about Ghana, here are the apps that would make your stay a richer experience.
Please note that the usual suspects such as Facebook, Twitter and co. were left off the list. That would be too obvious.
1. Suba
Suba is a photo sharing application built by Nelson Klutse and Eric Hackman. It allows people share pictures at a social event, irrespective of whether they belong to the same friend list or not. So, you know, you can torment everyone with your selfies and group selfies. The application recently won the Mobile West Africa App Developer competition for 2015. On Android and iTunes.
2. HelloFood
A food delivery service that allows you order for food with a click of a button without leaving the comfort of your house, or office, and without extra costs. This application is important for those too busy to cook, or even visit a restaurant. You know, travelling people, lazy people, lazy traveling people. HelloFood is currently one of the leading food delivery apps in eight African countries including Ghana and Nigeria. The app has over 250,000 downloads already. On Android, iTunes and Windows Phone.
3. MeQasa
MeQasa is a startup that allows you sell, rent or buy real estate in Ghana. Properties are listed in full details and pictures. You can also setup meetings with prospective tenants, as well as owners of real estate or their representatives. 10 extra points for the cool name. On Android.
4. Tonaton
Tonaton is Ghana’s online marketplace with the widest selection of popular second hand items all over Ghana. Sort of like OLX and Efritin in Nigeria. You should be able to find someone in your neighbourhood either selling something or willing to buy whatever you’re selling. There are options to narrow your search to regions and localities in Ghana and the app hooks you up to all these seamlessly. Should come in handy if you are strapped for cash and want to get rid of something. On Android and iTunes.
5. Dumsor
It is lightweight, which means it is fast; it has no ads, which means it saves your battery in critical times and best of all, it is easy to use !
Okay, quick language lesson. Dumsor is the local term for power outage in Ghana. You may hear it a few times during your stay. For almost 3 years now, the Electricity Company of Ghana routinely sheds the load due to electricity demands surpassing the capacity of the national grid. Enter Dumsor. Dumsor converts the flash of your phone into a flashlight. The app’s developer, KodeFusion GH, has plans to include the official load shedding schedule in its next update. Like I said, should come in handy. Only on Android.
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