Nov. 2024 4th Friday – Ghana

The Valparaiso International Center’s November 2024 Fourth Friday event, held on November 22, was a tremendous success. The evening featured special guest speaker Benjamin Osafo, originally from Accra, Ghana, who shared his rich cultural heritage and personal journey with an engaged audience.

About the Speaker:
Benjamin Osafo grew up in Accra, Ghana, and attended the prestigious Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (“PRESEC”). In 1976, he moved to the United States with plans to attend college in Ohio on a soccer scholarship. However, a shoulder injury redirected his path to Chicago, where he pursued studies in music production. Since 2015, Mr. Osafo has lived in Chesterton, Indiana, with his wife, Tasha, and their children.

During the event, Mr. Osafo provided fascinating insights into Ghanaian history, traditions, and customs. He captivated the audience with stories about his journey from Ghana to the United States and the challenges and triumphs he experienced along the way.

Highlights Included:

• A cultural presentation about Ghana’s rich traditions and history.
• Engaging personal anecdotes about Mr. Osafo’s adaptation to life in the United States.
• An interactive Q&A session, where attendees asked questions about life in Ghana and Mr. Osafo’s experiences in Indiana.

The event fostered a deeper understanding of Ghanaian culture and provided a platform for meaningful dialogue and cultural exchange. The Valparaiso International Center thanks all attendees and looks forward to hosting more enriching events in the future.

About Ghana

Ghana is located on the west coast of Africa, bordered by Côte d’Ivoire to the west, Burkina Faso to the north, Togo to the east, and the Gulf of Guinea and Atlantic Ocean to the south.