Football fever

The cheering, dancing, and singing started as soon as Ghana knew it had won the World Cup soccer game against the United States last night (2-1). I was able to watch the game in a crowded bar/restaurant in Ho with about 200+ Ghanaians. The celebrations continued out on the street throughout the evening, as hordes of people swept past us singing, dancing, hugging, and cheering. To say that this win is a big deal would be a huge understatement.

I am literally living in a football fever. To see the start of the games in South Africa and then to experience them with a country who is representing the entire continent right now is incredible! I have had some great conversations with Ghanaians (and South Africans) about how much these games mean to them and to their nation. It is inspiring to witness how people come together, regardless of gender, race, and nationality. I can only hope that that this worldwide unity continues long after the games are finished.

In other news, three of my other GlobeMed members have just arrived. It has been so much fun introducing them to the HOPE Center’s staff, the nearby communities, and to show them around town. The partnership between GlobeMed and the HOPE Center continues to get stronger every day as friendships are formed and project progress made. Exciting things are happening here, and it is so neat to be a part of it all!