What 48 Hours in Ghana Really Looks Like If You Only Shopped Black-Owned
There’s something magnetic about Ghana
Maybe it’s the music in the air, the warm beaches or the sun-soaked joy that wraps itself around everything.
But if you ask us? The real magic lies in the brands and the people.
There’s no better way to enjoy and experience the heart of a place than through its people and their craft.
So we packed our bags and asked: What if we spent 48 hours in Ghana, powered entirely by Ghanaian brands?
Day One - Arrive In Accra And Let Ghana Spoil You
Duty-Free Essentials
You’ve landed at Kotoka International, and there’s no need to pack skincare—Ghana’s got you.
Swing by the R&R Skincare’s Duty-Free shop for your in-country essentials. We particularly recommend the R&R Baobab Repair Oil, Shea Soap & Shea Body Oil
1. Morning Prep & Brunch
Soothe away jet-lag with a mini suite spa
Cleanse with Nokware’s Cleanse away hydrating facial wash and Neem Oil Black Soap
Seal moisture with Nguvu SheaCare’s Lemongrass shea body butter
Moisturise your lips with Lyvv Cosmetics’ Tinted Lip Serum
2. Market Stroll and Landmark Stops
Step out for Brunch @ Jamestown Coffee Roasters in:
3. Itinerary: Soak in Ghana’s Beauty
12:00 PM — Makola Market
Dive into the kaleidoscope of spices, fabrics, and street bites1:30 PM — The Lotte Accra
Shop Boyedoe, Christie Brown, Charlotte Mensah and several Ghanaian/African brands IRL3:00 PM — Cultural Pitstop
Pause for history at Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, then wander through Nubuke Foundation for contemporary Ghanaian art.
4. Sunset Stroll and Dinner
5:30PM — Golden Hour @ Labadi Beach.
8:00PM — Dinner @ Santoku
Dinner Outfit
Talensi - Tess Dress
KHOI - Kohm Bangle and Kuru Studs
So Aesthetics - Makeup
FORVR Mood- Hard To Get
Day Two - A Soft Life Sunday, Ghana Style
Day Two is all about relaxation and self-care.
Mid-Morning Massage @ Maati Spa
Brunch @ floatingbrunch
Pick up some candles, room sprays and diffusers @ Ambiance by Talata
On your way back through Kotoka, swing by R&R Skincare one last time to restock your travel faves.
What We Learned from This Ghana Getaway
It’s not just about shopping.
It’s about connecting with brands that look like us, speak to us, and create for us.
It’s not about spending big.
It’s about intentionality — discovering what’s possible when you commit to #BuyingBlack.
You don’t need to dig. You just need the right plug.
That’s what MBG is for.
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