Many people have used Twitter to tell the world something unique about their country that isn't the usual economy or political news. The account Kenyans On Twitter (@KOT), for example, has created an ecosystem for Kenyans to share information about their home.
Ghana is no different. Ghanaians use the hashtag #233moments, created by blogger Ato Ulzen Appiah, to tweet what they are doing at exactly 2:33 p.m. GMT. Global Voices co-founder Ethan Zuckerman elaborated on the hashtag in a post for Ghana's the Daily Graphic:
From church posters to the backs of tro-tros, from business conferences to roadside sellers, from beach resorts to lazy lunches (especially on “WaakyeWednesday”, when it's customary to post from your favourite chop bar), #233moments celebrates what's colorful, wonderful and unique about this remarkable nation, and shares it with anyone willing to hear.
Take a look at some #233moments tweets below.
Efo Dela shared photos of unique artwork made from pure water sachets:
I just saw this awesome artwork made from pure water sachets at the Impact Hub, Accra. #233moments pic.twitter.com/m9815L3A4h
— Efo Dela (@Amegaxi) August 29, 2015
Ato Ulzen Appiah mentioned National Volunteer Day, celebrated in Ghana on September 21:
2:33pm in #Accra, #Ghana. Looking forward to September 19-21. What are you doing for National #Volunteer Day #NVDay? #NVDay15 #233moments
— Ato #NVDay15 (@Abocco) August 31, 2015
John Roberts tweeted about the launch of an Impact Hub franchise in Ghana:
The official launch of Impact Hub Accra. #dreamscometrue #233moments #africarising @hubaccra @impacthub pic.twitter.com/X5nQXwDeHN — John Roberts (@john4point0) August 22, 2015
This Ghana Life posted a photo of Elmina Castle in Ghana, which was built by the Portuguese in 1482:
Aerial view of Elmina Castle. shot by @Chikisphotography #Elmina #Ghana #233moments #Africa #places pic.twitter.com/2thlhdKA1o
— This Ghana Life (@ThisGhanaLife) July 27, 2015
Enock Seth Nyamador wrote about his busy schedule:
2:50 in Ghana. Is been a busy day but still pushing on. Just took a bold decision. Let's do this. #MoreVIM#233moments
— Enock Seth Nyamador (@Enock4seth) August 20, 2015
Kwaku Manso complained:
When you meet anyone cursing Gh for our irresponsible politicians sake, it breaks heart. #233moments
— Kweku Ananse ~ (@AnanseMansoh) August 20, 2015
Macjordan shared a photo of his moment with Ethan Zuckerman and other Ghanaians digital enthusiasts in Accra recently:
#233Moments with @EthanZ@amegaxi@MarComModel@blaqhaq@kofiemeritus & 8 others. cc: @hubaccra@BloggingGhanapic.twitter.com/53ViqaqlU8 — Mac-Jordan (@MacJordaN) August 29, 2015
Kojo Akoto Boateng expressed his optimism about Ghana:
It's 2:33 am. #Ghana will work again. #233moments.
— Kwadwo Akoto Boateng (@KojoAB) August 29, 2015
Efo Dela and Publicis West Africa posted photos of funny sayings displayed on tro tros, or privately owned mini buses:
“FANTA TOO CAN BOOZE” Deepness level: Mariana Trench #TrotroDiaries #233moments pic.twitter.com/HKT2v5NooX
— Efo Dela (@Amegaxi) August 13, 2015
#233moments! Lol pic.twitter.com/Dt3GOGzzHQ
— Publicis West Africa (@PublicisGh) July 29, 2015
Nathaniel Alpha spent his #233moment learning open data:
2:33 AM in Madina, Accra. Learning and applying my skills to help #opendata in Ghana with.@Enock4seth. #opendatahacknight #Vim #233moments
— Nathaniel Alpha (@natalpha27) August 1, 2015
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