Bengazy’s Journey: From Ghana to the UK and Back
Bengazy, in an interview with DJ Nyaami on SVTV Africa’s Daily Hustle Worldwide, shared his inspiring yet challenging story about life in Ghana and abroad.
Currently based in London, Bengazy detailed how his life took unexpected turns, from being a football player in Ashanti New Town to becoming a businessman and graphic designer.
Bengazy recalled his days as a footballer when he was scouted by an agent who sent him to Gomoa.
Unfortunately, he ended up on a waiting list, which led him to hang up his boots and focus on education.
After completing his studies at St. Peter’s and Adventist Day, his mother encouraged him to escape street life and pursue vocational training.
He enrolled in NVTI to learn printing, later doing attachments at Costar Printing Press. Over time, he gained experience in graphic design, branding polybags for hospitals, pharmacies, and businesses.
He eventually built his own company, but as business opportunities expanded, he realized the need for advanced machinery. This dream pushed him to seek greener pastures abroad.
Bengazy raised £8,000 to pay a COS (Certificate of Sponsorship) agent who promised him work abroad.
However, the experience left him broke and heartbroken after his girlfriend, who he sent to work to support them, was snatched by someone else.
Arriving in the UK, life was tough. Without proper documentation, he struggled to find stability.
Thanks to his brother, who provided shelter and cooked for him, he avoided homelessness.
Bengazy managed to secure jobs in a warehouse and later in a laundry at night, earning around £2,000 monthly.
Despite these efforts, pursuing his passion for graphic design was challenging.
Colleges required £3,000 in fees, which he couldn’t afford. His papers eventually expired, and his COS company’s license was revoked, forcing him to explore other options.
Bengazy shared the harsh realities of living abroad without proper documentation.
“If you’re coming to the UK without papers and no support, it’s hard,” he stated, emphasizing the importance of having a strong network. He also advised potential migrants to learn how to cook before traveling, as survival can be tough without basic skills.
On relationships, he revealed the difficulties of dating abroad. Many people, he said, shift their financial burdens onto their partners.
“If you make the mistake of having a child, they’ll trap you with child support,” he warned.
After eight months in the UK, Bengazy returned to Ghana, where his father had grown the family business, saving $8,000 from their operations.
Reflecting on his journey, Bengazy acknowledged the challenges of living abroad and encouraged Ghanaians to consider the realities before migrating.
“People think once you travel, you’ve made it. That’s not true. You can succeed in Ghana if you work hard,” he said.
Despite his struggles, Bengazy remains determined to save enough to invest in machinery and grow his business back home.
For Bengazy, the journey has been one of resilience, hard work, and lessons learned. While he values his time abroad, he believes success is not guaranteed by location but by perseverance and proper planning.
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