This is a website dedicatied to the cultural backgrounds of the Bimoba tribe, living in the upper east region of Ghana, Africa.

From 2002 till 2006 medical anthtopologists described the cultural backgrounds, beliefs and daily routine of the Brimoba.

Apart from that fundamental medical research has been carried out by Leiden University Medical Center, in close cooperation with the Ghana Health Service. This research still continues. More information about this research can be found on this site as well.

In febuari 2008 Hans Meij, senior researcher at Leiden University Medical Center The Netherlands, finished his thesis on the Bimoba. Parts of his book are published on this site. Through this site you can order a copy of his book.

The picturesection of this site gives you an impression of daily life in the Bimoba are.