TOGO Delicious: Ghanaian living in Norway Aims to Open African Restaurant and Inspire His Community
TOGO Delicious, a Ghanaian living in Norway, is a regular guest on SVTV Africa’s Daily Hustle Worldwide show with DJ Nyaami. In his recent interview, he expressed heartfelt gratitude to DJ Nyaami for shedding light on his life and for encouraging him to pursue his dreams.
“I’m working hard to open an African restaurant and pub here in Norway. There’s nothing like that around, and we need it,” he said. “Last year, Obrempong Productions brought Kofi Kinaata to Norway. On March 29, they also brought Kwabena Kwabena and Wutah Kobby for a live band performance—it was amazing.”
TOGO highlighted a concern: many Ghanaians in Norway tend to be anti-social.
“They don’t check on each other or hang out. People need to relax more. Life here isn’t just about walking through snow to work and sending money back home.”
He also touched on event attendance:
“When Ghanaians organize programs and invite Nigerians, they don’t show up. But when Nigerians organize something, Ghanaians attend. Some of our people won’t pay for shows—they’d rather use that money to buy groceries. But when it’s a free party, they’ll come.”
According to TOGO, Norway has opportunities—if you manage things well. He explained that cleaning jobs from Monday to Friday, about 7.5 hours a day, can earn you over $3,500 a month. After taxes, you take home around $2,500.
“If your wife is pregnant and less than six months along, you can apply and get $10,000 in support. For rent, a 3-bedroom apartment may cost $1,500, but government assistance often pays half, so you pay about $600. The cost of living is high, but so are the salaries—you just have to plan well.”
He advised Ghanaians in Norway to support events and socialize.
“They work hard all year and then go to Ghana for just a month or two. I know many people here dealing with depression and even dying suddenly—abroad can be tough. One woman even died of heartbreak and stroke, only for her husband to move on with another woman in Ghana.”
TOGO emphasized that life abroad isn’t easy.
“If you’re not mentally strong, it will be hard. Work hard and don’t compare your life to others. Someone might take a loan to buy a car, and you’re envying them—it doesn’t make sense.”
He shared a personal experience about owning a car.
“I once got fined $500 just for driving. Another time, I was charged $100 for parking at the wrong place. I used my car for three months, made a small profit after selling it, and now I use the bus and Uber instead. It’s simpler.”
TOGO concluded with his long-term plan:
“My goal is to buy a house in Ghana and eventually move back. I’ll set up a business and come to Norway only during the winter.”
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