Nana Agyemang Shares His Journey and Advice on SVTV Africa’s Daily Hustle Worldwide Show
Nana Agyemang, a guest on SVTV Africa’s Daily Hustle Worldwide with DJ Nyaami, praised the platform for its impactful work.
Virginia based, Nana has lived in the U.S. since June 2002.
His last visit to Ghana was 17 years ago. Born in Kumasi but was based in Tantra Hills Accra, Nana moved from Kumasi to Accra in 2000.
In 2002, a friend in Maryland sent him an invitation, prepared his documents, and helped him relocate to the U.S. Later, he invited his wife, and by 2007, they had their third child.
They decided to settle in Ohio due to its lower cost of living.
Nana initially worked in the caregiving field, where he formed close bonds with the families he worked for.
After living in Texas, Maryland, and North Carolina, his family finally settled in Virginia, which he describes as their last stop.
Despite the stability, Nana highlighted the challenging U.S. lifestyle—where most earnings go to bills, leaving little room for savings or personal fulfillment. Occasionally, they take short vacations to recharge.
On the topic of Ghana, Nana emphasized that “home is home,” despite its challenges. He believes identifying and solving problems in Ghana could bring financial stability and peace of mind.
He encouraged perseverance, saying,
“If you try and it doesn’t work, keep trying. Mistakes draw you closer to breakthroughs.”
Nana criticized the lifestyle of some Ghanaians abroad, who live modestly in the U.S. but build luxurious houses in Ghana, only for their corpses to be sent back home when they die.
He shared plans to venture into real estate and the food business in both Accra and Kumasi.
Nana owns a two-bedrooms apartment for rent in Kumasi but acknowledges the challenges of finding litigation-free land in Accra.
Nana has instilled in his children an appreciation for Ghana, although the older ones are hesitant about moving back.
He noted that the cost of living in the U.S. has significantly risen after-COVID, making life even harder. Since 2012, he has been working in medical deliveries and driving Uber, clocking 10,000 miles monthly.
He warned against selling properties in Ghana to finance a move abroad, saying many who do so end up living in dire conditions overseas.
He cited cases of people being scammed by agents after selling their assets. Instead, he advised visiting abroad for experience but maintaining a solid foundation in Ghana.
Nana also reflected on his experiences, acknowledging both successes and failures.
He highlighted the importance of saving, planning, and having a clear vision for those considering a return to Ghana. He stressed that failure is part of success and encouraged others not to be discouraged by setbacks.
He cautioned against being swayed by flashy lifestyles or false promises from prophets. Nana urged Africans to embrace planning and hard work, rather than acting on impulse or emotions. His parting advice:
“Whatever you didn’t do, you will regret on your deathbed. Work on yourself, plan, and take action.”
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