Rockson Shares Experience Living in Armenia for Three Years
Rockson, a Ghanaian residing in Yerevan, Armenia, has lived there for three years after moving as a student.
He revealed details about his journey and life in Armenia during an interview on SVTV Africa’s Daily Hustle Worldwide with DJ Nyaami.
Rockson explained that unemployment in Ghana pushed him to explore opportunities abroad.
He initially struggled after high school, delayed admission to nursing school, and eventually got a connection to study in Armenia.
After securing a visa through Armenia’s embassy in Egypt, he started school and later transitioned to work.
Rockson describes Armenia as an affordable country with a low cost of living.
Rent, transportation, and food are reasonably priced, making it possible to save up to $700 monthly.
According to him, with valid documents, one can earn between $1,200 and $2,000 monthly, while undocumented workers typically make around $600.
Despite the language barrier, Rockson has learned Armenian and speaks some Russian due to Armenia’s reliance on Russia.
He notes that racism exists everywhere, but Armenians are generally respectful and friendly toward foreigners.
Rockson observed that Ghanaian churches appear noisy compared to the calm worship style in Armenia. However, Ghanaian culture and churches are becoming popular in the country.
Currently, Rockson works in live gaming broadcasting, a role that required training and exams.
He has also invested in Ghana by purchasing tricycles (“Pragya”) for others to operate and repay over time.
Rockson advises Ghanaians to work hard if they plan to travel abroad, cautioning that laziness and stress can make life difficult, especially for those unused to the physical demands.
He also encourages aspiring migrants to associate with white friends rather than black ones, claiming that the former are more likely to offer guidance.
Despite challenges, Rockson is grateful for the opportunities Armenia has offered him.
He plans to continue working while investing back home in Ghana, emphasizing that it’s possible to enjoy life abroad while preparing for a better future.
