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A group of African Americans currently on a visit to Ghana has entreated all blacks in the Diaspora to visit the continent at least once in their lifetime to learn about the historical, cultural and educational values of the motherland.

According to the group, "we need to  teach our children to know about Africa and the historical and cultural connection between the continent and those of us in the Diaspora".

The leader of the delegation, Ms Patricia Lawton, who is also the Chief Executive of Quansah Travel and Tours, a US-based tour operator, who facilitated the trip in partnership with Kaya Tours, a Ghanaian based company and Bays Lodge Hotel said this on behalf of the group.

The US team was hosted by Bays Lodge Hotel located at the Nungua Police barrier and Kaya Tours to a special African Cultural Night, to showcase the cultural and creative talents which abound in Ghana.

The group was thrilled by great cultural performances which got the African Americans to take part in the cultural dance.

Ms Lawton, who was overwhelmed by the hospitality provided by the management of Bays Lodge and Kaya Tours, said the group decided to come to Ghana to reconnect with their roots and learn more about the continent. 

She said the eight member group has enjoyed every bit of their stay in Ghana and added "the food is good, the hospitality is excellent, we like Ghana and we will always come back to Ghana again and again".

Ms Lawton said African Americans in the Diaspora are looking forward to working with our brothers and sisters in Ghana to ensure the speedy development of the country and support a prosperous Ghana.