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Builsa Migration and Community Formation in Accra

A research-led historical topic documenting the movement and social integration of Builsa people in Accra. The draft begins from University of Ghana research on Maamobi and Shukura and should be expanded through oral history and association records.

Twentieth century to presentUnder Review
Date / periodTwentieth century to present
LocationAccra, Ghana
Historical Context

Migration is part of the modern history of Buluk. Builsa migrants have formed communities and social networks in Accra and elsewhere in Ghana, while maintaining varied relationships with home communities.

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A research-led historical topic documenting the movement and social integration of Builsa people in Accra. The draft begins from University of Ghana research on Maamobi and Shukura and should be expanded through oral history and association records.

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Memory

Legacy

This migration history provides context for contemporary Builsa diaspora associations, professional networks, homecoming, remittances, development support and cultural continuity outside Buluk.

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Sources used for this record

  1. Social Integration of Builsa Migrants in Maamobi and Shukura. Francis Agilinko, University of Ghana. https://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/items/6c29ea43-4152-479d-b163-3b1e7802b5cd
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    PreferredSocial Integration of Builsa Migrants in Maamobi and Shukura. Francis Agilinko, University of Ghana. https://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/items/6c29ea43-4152-479d-b163-3b1e7802b5cd
    APASocial Integration of Builsa Migrants in Maamobi and Shukura. Francis Agilinko, University of Ghana. https://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/items/6c29ea43-4152-479d-b163-3b1e7802b5cd
    ChicagoSocial Integration of Builsa Migrants in Maamobi and Shukura. Francis Agilinko, University of Ghana. https://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/items/6c29ea43-4152-479d-b163-3b1e7802b5cd
    MLASocial Integration of Builsa Migrants in Maamobi and Shukura. Francis Agilinko, University of Ghana. https://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/items/6c29ea43-4152-479d-b163-3b1e7802b5cd
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