Changing lives in Ghana Though one of the most developed and peaceful nations in Africa, the Republic of Ghana on the continent’s western side still faces many challenges. Life in this emerging economy is still quite primitive, especially in rural areas where running water and electricity is a rarity. “It is hot, humid and the power supply is erratic on a good day, ” explains Jonathan Porter, who has lived in Ghana for two decades now. A desire to make a difference in people’s lives led Jonathan to Ghana in 1994. He worked with international aid organizations to solve problems related to trade and economics. Jonathan spent more than a decade doing so before changing course. “I realised over time that the ‘hand-out' approach of international aid is not the answer to long te

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