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What’s New Version 2.3.0
• Pulse — a live map of what's hot in Ghana right now, voted by the community
• Vetted Stays — book homes we've personally walked and verified
• Rewards & Referrals — earn points on every booking and for inviting friends
• A leaner, faster app and a range of stability fixes
Description
Welcome to Akwaaba -- your gateway to Ghana.
Whether you are a first-time visitor, a diaspora Ghanaian coming home, or a seasoned traveler seeking
authentic West African experiences, Akwaaba puts the best of Ghana in your pocket.
CURATED TRAVEL PACKAGES
Browse expertly designed tour packages -- from 2-day city escapes to 8-day Detty December adventures.
Every package includes accommodation, guided tours, and SanlamAllianz travel insurance at no extra
cost.
AI-POWERED TRIP PLANNER
Tell our AI what kind of trip you want, and get a personalized day-by-day itinerary in seconds.
Planning a 7-day heritage tour? A girls trip to Accra? A family vacation with kids? Our planner adapts
to your style, budget, and interests.
DISCOVER LOCAL EXPERIENCES
Go beyond the tourist trail. Book authentic food tours, cultural workshops, nature excursions,
photography walks, and cooking classes led by local Ghanaian guides who know the hidden gems.
EVENTS & FESTIVALS
Ghana comes alive with festivals, concerts, and cultural celebrations year-round. Browse upcoming
events, buy tickets instantly, and never miss Homowo, AfroFuture, Detty December concerts, or any of
the moments that make Ghana unforgettable.
TRIP CIRCLES -- GROUP TRAVEL MADE EASY
Traveling with friends, family, or colleagues? Create a Trip Circle to coordinate plans, share
itineraries, split costs, and stay connected throughout your journey. Perfect for girls trips,
corporate retreats, and family reunions.
REWARDS PROGRAM
Earn points on every booking. Redeem them for discounts on future tours, experiences, and event
tickets. The more you explore, the more you save.
WHY TRAVELERS CHOOSE AKWAABA
- Local team on the ground in Ghana (not a US-based agency)
- Travel insurance included with every package
- AI trip planning (the only Ghana travel app with this)
- Real-time event listings and instant ticket purchases
- Heritage tour specialists -- Cape Coast Castle, Elmina, Door of No Return
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
EXPLORE GHANA YOUR WAY
From the bustling markets of Accra to the serene beaches of Ada Foah, from the ancient Ashanti kingdom
in Kumasi to the stunning Volta Region waterfalls -- Akwaaba is your trusted companion for every step
of the journey.
Download now and let Ghana welcome you home.
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Version history 25 versions
Build 887248791v2.3.02026-06-21 22:44:36
• Pulse — a live map of what's hot in Ghana right now, voted by the community
• Vetted Stays — book homes we've personally walked and verified
• Rewards & Referrals — earn points on every booking and for inviting friends
• A leaner, faster app and a range of stability fixes
Build 886729799v2.2.92026-06-12 16:37:54
Unresponsive tabs on first launch
On cold starts, the tab bar was visible but completely untappable — users had to force-quit and reopen the app. This is now fixed; tabs respond immediately from the first launch.
UI: Community icon removed from the navigation bar
The community icon has been hidden from the bottom navbar.
Build 886651725v2.2.72026-06-08 17:08:20
This update fixes key issues:
- Faster, more reliable app launch (resolves buttons/tabs occasionally not responding)
- Restored Sign in with Google
- Trip Planner reliability improvements
- Smoother, more personalized Home
Build 886625471v2.2.62026-06-07 16:09:36
Smoother, faster launch and navigation.
A more personal home — recommendations tuned to what you love.
Apple Pay at checkout and a smoother booking flow.
Stability and bug fixes.
Build 886109988v2.1.02026-06-03 11:56:10
AKWAABA 2.0 -- A COMPLETELY NEW EXPERIENCE
We rebuilt Akwaaba from the ground up. Everything is faster, smarter, and designed to make your Ghana
trip extraordinary.
NEW: AI Trip Planner -- personalized day-by-day Ghana itineraries in seconds.
NEW: Trip Circles -- coordinate group travel, share itineraries, stay connected.
NEW: Curated Tour Packages -- weekend escapes to 8-day Detty December adventures, travel insurance
included.
NEW: Event Discovery & Tickets -- festivals, concerts, nightlife; buy tickets instantly.
NEW: Rewards Program -- earn points on every booking.
IMPROVED: Faster performance and a fresh, modern design.
Rate us on the App Store or reach out at support@akwaaba.app.
Build 886497253v2.2.52026-06-03 22:54:39
New: live weather across Ghana hubs on Home, redesigned Search with top searches, instant booking for curated packages, refreshed app icon, and currency shown correctly in your local currency. Plus reliability fixes.
Build 884964482v2.0.82026-04-27 20:30:09
Bug fixes and performance improvements: home screen, pull-to-refresh, trip planner, faster OTP delivery, stronger password validation.
Build 882489632v1.2.42026-02-16 00:52:30
Bug fixes and general app improvement
Build 876062692v1.2.32025-07-02 11:14:20
General bug fixes for improved stability and performance
Build 874690220v1.2.22025-05-12 10:59:04
Improved business search experience for faster and more accurate results.
Added icons to categories for easier navigation and a cleaner look.
Build 874321238v1.2.12025-04-27 08:52:13
Akwaaba Trip Planner
Plan custom trips across Ghana and Africa with Akwaaba Trip Planner. We help organize your itineraries, stays, activities, and transport easily.
Build 874060440v1.2.02025-04-17 14:02:13
Fullscreen Image Preview
Users can now view event, business, reward, and service cover images in full screen for a better visual experience.
Request with Notes
Users can now send service or product requests to businesses and add a custom note to share specific details or preferences.
We’ve implemented improvements and resolved bugs to provide you with an exceptional user experience.
Build 873549691v1.1.92025-03-26 18:23:36
We’ve implemented improvements and resolved bugs to provide you with an exceptional user experience.
Build 871800539v1.1.82025-01-16 14:45:38
We’ve implemented improvements and resolved bugs to provide you with an exceptional user experience.
Build 871442140v1.1.72024-12-30 14:54:37
We've organized the rewards into categories, making it easier to find and unlock your favorite perks. Whether it’s exclusive offers or surprises!
Build 871369582v1.1.62024-12-27 01:38:18
Improvements & Fixes: We've squashed some bugs and made performance enhancements to ensure a smoother, faster experience.
Build 870083610v1.1.52024-10-30 18:34:12
Improvements & Fixes: We've squashed some bugs and made performance enhancements to ensure a smoother, faster experience.
Build 869564533v1.1.42024-10-08 19:34:31
Improvements & Fixes: We've squashed some bugs and made performance enhancements to ensure a smoother, faster experience for you.
Users can now add or claim businesses and include tags directly from the app. Existing businesses can also easily update their tags by editing their profile.
A dedicated section on the app for Detty December events. Users can easily view these events right on the home and event screens for quick access.
Build 869243578v1.1.32024-09-24 23:03:04
Improvements & Fixes: We've squashed some bugs and made performance enhancements to ensure a smoother, faster experience for you.
Confetti Celebration for Verified Businesses!
No Fees for Event Ticket Purchases
Event Happening Today' Section
Business Service Updates with Prices
Build 868620279v1.10.22024-08-30 21:27:27
Improvements & Fixes: We've squashed some bugs and made performance enhancements to ensure a smoother, faster experience for you.
Build 866940247v1.1.02024-06-24 21:30:21
Share Business Places and Events: Easily share your favorite business places and events with other users within the app, promoting local businesses and events to your friends and community with enhanced sharing options for quick and seamless recommendations.
Referral Program: Invite users to join the app by sharing your unique referral code, earning points for every successful referral, which can be accumulated to unlock exclusive rewards and benefits, with progress and points tracked directly within the app.
Improvements & Fixes: We've squashed some bugs and made performance enhancements to ensure a smoother, faster experience for you.
Build 866329841v1.0.92024-05-30 14:16:25
Referral Program: Love our app? Share it with your friends and get rewarded! For every friend you refer who signs up, you'll both receive Points. Spread the word and enjoy the perks together!
Reward System: Earn exciting rewards while using our app! Complete activities, reach milestones and unlock exclusive perks. Start earning today and enjoy the benefits!
Improvements & Fixes: We've squashed some bugs and made performance enhancements to ensure a smoother, faster experience for you.
Build 865998003v1.0.82024-05-16 22:36:54
Minor Improvements and Bug Fixes
Build 865407213v1.0.72024-04-23 17:35:44
Verification Badge: Trust vetted and approved businesses with our new verification badge.
Business Hours: Easily view opening hours provided by businesses.
Minor Improvements and Bug Fixes: We've also made some tweaks under the hood for a smoother experience.
Build 865020782v1.0.62024-04-08 02:17:19
Push Notification: Stay connected and informed with instant updates delivered right to your device.
Enhanced Business Profile: Update and showcase your business with ease by uploading multiple cover images for a more dynamic and engaging presence.
Help Desk Settings: Access support and manage your help desk settings seamlessly within the app.
Home Page Enhancement: Now, effortlessly view throne holders directly from the home page for quick access to top-ranking content.
No pricing data captured yet — comparisons appear once the app has paid storefronts or in-app purchases.
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| US | en-US | Free | 11 | 5.0 | 2.3.0 |
Change log 29 changes · US
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releaseNotes updated
• Pulse — a live map of what's hot in Ghana right now, voted by the community
• Vetted Stays — book homes we've personally walked and verified
• Rewards & Refer
✎
description updated
Welcome to Akwaaba -- your gateway to Ghana.
Whether you are a first-time visitor, a diaspora Ghanaian coming home, or a seasoned traveler seeking
authentic Wes
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subtitle updated
Book Tours, Events & Packages
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name updated
Akwaaba - Explore Ghana
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Version 2.3.0 released
• Pulse — a live map of what's hot in Ghana right now, voted by the community
• Vetted Stays — book homes we've personally walked and verified
• Rewards & Referrals — earn points on every booking and for inviting friends
• A leaner, faster
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Version 2.2.9 released
Unresponsive tabs on first launch
On cold starts, the tab bar was visible but completely untappable — users had to force-quit and reopen the app. This is now fixed; tabs respond immediately from the first launch.
UI: Community icon re
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Version 2.2.7 released
This update fixes key issues:
- Faster, more reliable app launch (resolves buttons/tabs occasionally not responding)
- Restored Sign in with Google
- Trip Planner reliability improvements
- Smoother, more personalized Home
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Version 2.2.6 released
Smoother, faster launch and navigation.
A more personal home — recommendations tuned to what you love.
Apple Pay at checkout and a smoother booking flow.
Stability and bug fixes.
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Version 2.2.5 released
New: live weather across Ghana hubs on Home, redesigned Search with top searches, instant booking for curated packages, refreshed app icon, and currency shown correctly in your local currency. Plus reliability fixes.
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Version 2.1.0 released
AKWAABA 2.0 -- A COMPLETELY NEW EXPERIENCE
We rebuilt Akwaaba from the ground up. Everything is faster, smarter, and designed to make your Ghana
trip extraordinary.
NEW: AI Trip Planner -- personalized day-by-day Ghana itineraries in second
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Version 2.0.8 released
Bug fixes and performance improvements: home screen, pull-to-refresh, trip planner, faster OTP delivery, stronger password validation.
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Version 1.2.4 released
Bug fixes and general app improvement
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Version 1.2.3 released
General bug fixes for improved stability and performance
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Version 1.2.2 released
Improved business search experience for faster and more accurate results.
Added icons to categories for easier navigation and a cleaner look.
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Version 1.2.1 released
Akwaaba Trip Planner
Plan custom trips across Ghana and Africa with Akwaaba Trip Planner. We help organize your itineraries, stays, activities, and transport easily.
◆
Version 1.2.0 released
Fullscreen Image Preview
Users can now view event, business, reward, and service cover images in full screen for a better visual experience.
Request with Notes
Users can now send service or product requests to businesses and add a custom no
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Version 1.1.9 released
We’ve implemented improvements and resolved bugs to provide you with an exceptional user experience.
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Version 1.1.8 released
We’ve implemented improvements and resolved bugs to provide you with an exceptional user experience.
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Version 1.1.7 released
We've organized the rewards into categories, making it easier to find and unlock your favorite perks. Whether it’s exclusive offers or surprises!
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Version 1.1.6 released
Improvements & Fixes: We've squashed some bugs and made performance enhancements to ensure a smoother, faster experience.
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Version 1.1.5 released
Improvements & Fixes: We've squashed some bugs and made performance enhancements to ensure a smoother, faster experience.
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Version 1.1.4 released
Improvements & Fixes: We've squashed some bugs and made performance enhancements to ensure a smoother, faster experience for you.
Users can now add or claim businesses and include tags directly from the app. Existing businesses can also e
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Version 1.1.3 released
Improvements & Fixes: We've squashed some bugs and made performance enhancements to ensure a smoother, faster experience for you.
Confetti Celebration for Verified Businesses!
No Fees for Event Ticket Purchases
Event Happeni
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Version 1.10.2 released
Improvements & Fixes: We've squashed some bugs and made performance enhancements to ensure a smoother, faster experience for you.
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Version 1.1.0 released
Share Business Places and Events: Easily share your favorite business places and events with other users within the app, promoting local businesses and events to your friends and community with enhanced sharing options for quick and seamles
◆
Version 1.0.9 released
Referral Program: Love our app? Share it with your friends and get rewarded! For every friend you refer who signs up, you'll both receive Points. Spread the word and enjoy the perks together!
Reward System: Earn exciting rewards while
◆
Version 1.0.8 released
Minor Improvements and Bug Fixes
◆
Version 1.0.7 released
Verification Badge: Trust vetted and approved businesses with our new verification badge.
Business Hours: Easily view opening hours provided by businesses.
Minor Improvements and Bug Fixes: We've also made some tweaks under the hood for a
◆
Version 1.0.6 released
Push Notification: Stay connected and informed with instant updates delivered right to your device.
Enhanced Business Profile: Update and showcase your business with ease by uploading multiple cover images for a more dynamic and engaging p