Joseph_in_Monrovia
Ghanaian expat in Liberia
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11
About me
Ghanaian
Speaks English, Ga, and some Twi
Registration: 09 September 2025
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The Warmth of the People in Liberia
One thing I鈥檝e noticed since arriving is just how welcoming and warm the people of Liberia are. Everywhere I go, I鈥檓 greeted with smiles and helpfulness. It鈥檚 been a big part of why I鈥檝e started to feel at home here. For ... Read More
Trying Local Dishes in Liberia
One of the things I鈥檝e been loving most about Liberia is the food! I鈥檝e had the chance to try Jollof rice, fried plantains, chicken wings, and had some goat soup with rice. There鈥檚 so much flavor in every bite, and I鈥檓 slowly ... Read More
4 months settling in Liberia by Joseph_in_Monrovia
I鈥檝e been in Liberia for about four months now, and it鈥檚 been quite a ride! For the most part, I鈥檝e been busy with work, but I鈥檓 slowly getting used to the pace and lifestyle here. The culture is unique, and it鈥檚 ...
Hi @Bhavna,Thank you for the warm welcome.I鈥檝e started to explore a few local spots around Monrovia. I will begin with the unmissable D'Calabash, which is loved by the locals and I perfectly agree with them! What a restaurant and the vibe! Had ... Read More
4 months settling in Liberia
I鈥檝e been in Liberia for about four months now, and it鈥檚 been quite a ride! For the most part, I鈥檝e been busy with work, but I鈥檓 slowly getting used to the pace and lifestyle here. The culture is unique, and it鈥檚 ... Read More
Considering Moving to Liberia by jssmvms
Greetings-I am thinking about accepting a two year position in Monrovia so I thought I would reach out to expats to get info and insight. My biggest concern is whether my wife and 10 year old daughter would find the experience valuable. My wife is ...
Hello, Recently moved to Liberia and came across this post. Hope you successfully manaed to relocate, and since it was a 2 year contract, have you returned to your country? Excited to hear your experience here. Read More
Tea or Coffee? by ChatMom
Do you like Tea or Coffee ?:)
Coffee lover here! The aroma of freshly ground beans in the morning is unbeatable, and I love exploring different brews, from a smooth pour-over to a bold espresso shot. Tea has its moments, but coffee always wins my heart. Read More
Quiet place but not isolated by IMpo SibLe
Hello, I have a simple question for you.Please, could you tell me a single country on Earth, a place to live where it is more or less cheap, more or less sunny, more or less quiet , reggaeton music is not predominant and there are no problems with ...
Hello, Came over this thread and couldn't help sharing my experience.Been to Mauritius a few times and absolutely love it. The island, the people, the culture, the vibe is different and amazing.Yes there are many strays, noticed it too. But they are ... Read More
Where Do You Watch Football in Monrovia?
Ya-kuh brothers!I鈥檝e just relocated to Monrovia and was wondering 鈥� where do people usually watch football matches here? Back in Ghana, I used to go with friends to small sports bars or sometimes stream online.Is there a popular place in ... Read More
Fun Things to Do in Monrovia? by Joseph_in_Monrovia
Hello all,I鈥檓 fairly new to Monrovia (moved from Accra for work) and still exploring the city. Outside of work, I like football, trying local food, and a bit of nightlife.What do you recommend as fun activities in Monrovia? Any favorite ...
@Bhavna Hello Bhavna,Thanks for checking in!I鈥檓 slowly settling into Monrovia 鈥� the city has been quite welcoming. I鈥檝e managed to explore a bit around Sinkor and the center. There are a couple of gyms I spotted, and I鈥檝e ... Read More
Fun Things to Do in Monrovia?
Hello all,I鈥檓 fairly new to Monrovia (moved from Accra for work) and still exploring the city. Outside of work, I like football, trying local food, and a bit of nightlife.What do you recommend as fun activities in Monrovia? Any favorite ... Read More
New in Monrovia 鈥� Hello Everyone!
Hi everyone, my name is Joseph and I鈥檓 originally from Ghana. I recently moved to Monrovia for work in the telecom/IT sector. So far it鈥檚 been an interesting experience 鈥� I鈥檓 enjoying the local food and getting used to the ... Read More