Many people from the north of Ghana travel to the wealthier south, seeking a brighter future.
But as Al Jazeera's Dan Nolan reports, their dreams are rarely fufillied.
Some girls earn their living by carrying goods on their heads in markets, but pay is low and living conditions harsh.
The World Cup football tournament kicks off in one week, and host South Africa is busy putting on the finishing touches. But not everyone is looking forward to the tournament. Authorites in cities including Cape Town are being accused of clearing the poor from the streets - to create a good impression for visiting fans. Al Jazeera's Haru Mutasa has more.