Ghanaian Independence Day in Humjibre: A Photo Essay

Ghana's coat of arms

Today Ghanaians celebrate their 56th year of independence from colonial rule. Ghana became the first sub-Saharan African country to gain its independence in 1957.

Here’s a series of pictures of the Independence Day celebrations held in Humjibre:

Students gathered off the main road near the Anglican church at 8:00am.

Students were dismissed from school early yesterday to wash their uniforms, polish their shoes and have their hair cut.

Students from all of Humjibre's primary and junior high schools were in attendance.

Students making their way to the football field.

Residents of Humjibre stopped by the side of the road to watch the progression.

Opening remarks, prayer and the singing of the national anthem.

Once all students had gathered at the football field, each school marched their way around the perimeter of the field to the rhythm of beating drums.

Students had been practicing their marching drills steadily for the past week.

Students dressed in spotless uniforms marched in perfect unison.

Flag of Ghana:  Red symbolizing the blood shed in pursuit of independence
Gold symbolizing the great mineral wealth of Ghana
Green representing the country's rich forests
Black star representing the lodestar of African emancipation
(source: Ghanaweb.com)

Happy Independence Day, Ghana!

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