Ken is a Ghanaian based in London, United Kingdom, has opened up about the harsh realities of life abroad, warning fellow Ghanaians not to be deceived by the hype surrounding living overseas. Speaking as a returning guest on SVTV Africa’s “Daily Hustle Worldwide” show with DJ Nyaami, Ken shared his personal experiences, revealing that life in the UK is far from the paradise many imagine.
According to Ken, the challenges of living abroad often outweigh the benefits, especially for Africans trying to raise families in foreign environments.
“Abroad has been overhyped. The hype outweighs the good things here. I was having issues with my company, but I finally made the switch. Still, I don’t see any real future here,” he said.
Ken, who hails from Keta in the Volta Region, explained that life in the UK can be lonely and mentally draining, especially when one is far from family.
“There’s a lot of depression here in the UK. Being away from your family affects you mentally. People don’t talk about that enough,” he shared.
He also raised concerns about racism and cultural pressure, especially when it comes to raising children in the UK’s education system.
The UK education system has some racism. When you bring your kids from Ghana, they face discrimination, and it takes time for them to adjust. Teachers here can even report you to social services if they suspect something is wrong at home,” he explained.
Ken believes Ghana’s education system is still better for children’s development and cultural grounding.
“We have better schools in Ghana. When you think about the cost of living and money spent abroad, it makes more sense to invest in Ghana,” he emphasized.
The London-based Ghanaian revealed that supporting a family in the UK is extremely expensive.
“I have three kids with my wife. A flight for four people costs so much. Here, I can’t even mix male and female children in one room, so I’d need a two-bedroom house, which costs around £2,000 a month. The same money could start a big business in Ghana,” Ken lamented.
He also cautioned people against falling for fake job offers and recruitment scams used by some agencies in the UK.
“Some dubious companies bring people here even when there’s no real job. They just need workers to fill their accounts. Then they ask you to pay £1,500 as tax so they can create fake payslips and show that they’re paying you,” he warned.
Ken advised Ghanaians to think critically before migrating, adding that not everyone will succeed abroad.
“I’ll never give my hard-earned money to someone to take me abroad. People should think carefully before leaving Ghana. Sometimes, it’s better to build something back home,” he concluded.
Ken’s message serves as a wake-up call for many Ghanaians who see life overseas as the ultimate solution, reminding them that success depends on preparation and mindset, not location.
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