In recent years, there have been increased activities of beggars on the principal streets of major cities in the country although begging is a criminal offence under Section 2 of the Beggars and Destitutes Act, 1969 (N.L.C.D. 392). Arguably Accra has been the leader in the activities of beggars in the country. Over the years, I have encountered these seven categories of beggars on the streets of Accra; I describe them by their status and the way they operate.