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Accra, Ghana

Rules to follow in Accra

2 laws, restrictions, and customs in Accra that travellers often break without knowing — and the fines or consequences that follow.

Last updated 2026-08-09

1. LGBTQ+ activity is criminalised

Same-sex relations are illegal in Ghana, punishable by up to 3 years imprisonment. Public displays of affection between same-sex couples attract attention and legal risk.

2. Malaria prophylaxis is strongly recommended

Malaria is endemic in Ghana. Travellers not taking prophylaxis have contracted the disease even on short trips. Mosquitoes are most active at dawn and dusk.

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