A Ghanaian man, Kofi Yeboah, has opened up about his difficult experience in South Korea after spending a huge sum of money in search of a better life abroad.
According to Kofi, he was living and working comfortably in Ghana before he decided to travel. The idea came after his brother encouraged him to consider opportunities overseas. Determined to improve his life, he worked tirelessly and managed to save $20,000 within one year.
With the help of a connection man, Kofi applied for a visa to South Korea. His first attempt was unsuccessful, but he tried again and eventually secured the visa. Full of hope and expectations, he travelled last year believing he would quickly multiply his earnings.
However, reality hit hard upon arrival.
Speaking in an interview with DJ Nyaami on SVTV Africa’s Daily Hustle Worldwide show, Kofi revealed that life in South Korea has been extremely challenging. He disclosed that many Ghanaians there are struggling, with some even falling sick due to the demanding nature of the jobs.
“When I got there, I saw my brother sick but still forcing himself to work,” he said. “That was when I realized things were not as easy as I thought.”
He explained that most of the available jobs are physically demanding, especially in construction. Despite working for about three months and four weeks, Kofi said he earned only around $1,500, far below his expectations.
“The work is very hard. If you don’t take care, your body will break down,” he added.
Kofi also mentioned that some foreigners are assigned better roles like operating forklifts, while many Ghanaians are left with the toughest jobs. He further shared that he met individuals who desperately want to return home but are unable to afford airfare.
“There are people here who have built houses back in Ghana, but their health is failing. Some doctors have even advised them to stop working,” he said.
Reflecting on his decision, Kofi admitted that he regrets leaving Ghana, where he had a stable income.
“My job in Ghana was better. I was able to save money. When you’re in Ghana earning well, you may not realize it,” he noted.
He emphasized that he did not borrow or steal to fund his journey, but rather used his own hard-earned money. Unfortunately, the experience has not yielded the returns he expected.
After spending $10,000 on the trip and enduring months of hardship, Kofi has now made the decision to return to Ghana.
“I thought I would make more money in a short time, but it didn’t happen. I just want to go back home,” he said.
His story serves as a cautionary tale for many young Ghanaians who believe that travelling abroad automatically guarantees success.
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