In 1969, the Ghanaian government under Prime Minister Kofi Abrefa Busia enacted the Aliens Compliance Order, forcing hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants—predominantly Nigerians—to leave the country within 14 days.
Pictured here are some of Ghana’s very first air hostesses during the golden era of Ghana Airways, carefully observing aircraft movements and control towers as they mastered the language of the skies before embarking on their journey to London. More than cabin crew, they were symbols of a rising nation—gracefully carrying Ghana’s image and pride to the world. What do you remember about Ghana Airways?