Kumasi Metropolitan

When you go on holiday or fall ill, someone needs to look after the cat, dog or rabbit. Neighbours are ideal: short distances and a familiar face for the animal. It's best to meet beforehand for a quick visit. Are you l…

For some older people the trip to the supermarket is hard work, especially when it's icy or very hot. If you're going shopping anyway, it's often easy to pick something up for someone else. A note in the hallway or a qu…

Guitar, drums, singing or beats on your laptop: music brings people together. Many towns have rehearsal rooms, music schools or open-mic nights where you can try things out. And bands are often looking for exactly the i…

Looking for an apprenticeship can feel huge at first. A good start: think about what you enjoy and ask local businesses directly about a work placement. Many companies welcome speculative applications even when nothing …

Spring brings blossom everywhere, summer calls you to the water, autumn leaves glow and winter gets cosy. Which season do you love most in Kumasi, and what do you like to do then? Let us know!

Some words only make sense if you grew up here. Which local expression from Kumasi do you love, and what does it mean? Post it in the comments, ideally with a short explanation for everyone who moved here!

Moving somewhere new often means not knowing anyone yet, and that's exactly when a neighbourhood can show how welcoming it is. Just arrived in Kumasi? Tell us where you're from and what you're looking for. Everyone else…

1 Kumasi Zoological Garden (Kumasi Zoo), ☏ +233 24 534 2317. 09:00-17:00. All of the animals from the former Accra Zoo were transferred here. (updated Feb 2020) 2 Kejetia Market, Kejetia Road, ☏ +233 24 607 6903. Larges…

=== Etymology === Kumasi derived from the Twi word Kumase, meaning "under the kum tree" in which kum meant "the tree" and ase means "under". The word was the name of an Okum tree in Kwaman, planted by Okomfo Anokye. Ku…

Kumasi is a city and the capital of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly and the Ashanti Region of Ghana. It is the second largest city in the country, with a population of 443,981 as of the 2021 census. Kumasi is located i…

Parents and grandparents know it well: not all playgrounds are equal. Which playground in East Midlands Railway is your favourite, and why? Share your tips with other families!

Every place has spots only locals know: a bench with a view, a courtyard full of flowers, a little path along the water. Which hidden corner of East Midlands Railway would you show a newcomer? Let us in on the secret!

Helping out, for example coaching kids' sports, at an animal shelter or at local events, brings new friendships and looks great on your CV. Often just a few hours a month are enough. Simply ask clubs and organisations i…

Strong, unique passwords and two-factor login protect your accounts better than anything else. Before you post, ask yourself if you'd still be fine with it in five years, and never share addresses or locations with stra…

A wobbly chair, a toaster that's given up, trousers with a hole: plenty can be saved with a little skill. At a repair meetup people bring their broken things and work out a fix together with handy neighbours. Can you re…

A street party brings together people who otherwise just walk past each other. Check early with the council whether you need permission, share out tasks like tables, music and activities for kids, and everyone brings so…

A sunrise over the rooftops, a front garden in bloom or a funny sign: home is full of great pictures. Show us your best photo of the week from South East Wales and tell us briefly where you took it!

So many nice things happen that never make the papers: a lost wallet returned, a new shop opening, a lovely celebration. What good news from South East Wales would you like to share this week? We look forward to your po…

Festivals, customs and small rituals connect people across decades. Which tradition in South East Wales means the most to you, and do you take part yourself? Tell us about it in the comments!

Sport doesn't have to mean pressure. Bouldering, skating, volleyball in the park or running with friends: the main thing is that you enjoy moving. Many clubs offer free taster sessions. What sport is popular in South Ea…