@@goddessspeaks8463 you've been saying this? Regarding business opportunities? Does that mean you've lived in Ghana and seen these issues? Or maybe on a visit? Or the person you kno who lives there is the one you're telling it's a business opportunity?
Rent should NOT be so expensive in a third world country. Only to have problems with electrical power, unreliable expensive internet, water problems, lack of restrooms, poorly managed garbage site and you want 1 to 3 years rent paid in advance. When the law says they can't ask for more than 6 months.. I can guarantee you there is a no refund policy.
East Africa is better than most West Africa , Kenya is a good option too besides Tanzania, i know plenty of AA in Kenya and most Kenyans speak and understand English
I respect her telling the truth about the small, but crucial things. Some pretend it's all roses. I know the USA has it challenges. However, people are not putting their lives at risk and killing themseves to leave here. Not yet anyway. Until then, I'll pass on Africa. Even in the worst case secario I'd pick somewhere else. Them people trying to leave the whole continent of Africa.
@@carolynmontgomery2177 so you will pass on a whole continent of 54 countries because of what I shared about living in 1 country. 🤷🏾♀️ You're missing out on some life-changing experiences Everything I listed here is something a person on vacation HARDLY experiences. You'll be in some 4 or 5 star hotel with all the amenities and not even feel what I was talking about. Except maybe the slower internet. Do you know that there are many countries that have these same problems? Not just on the continent of Africa. 2 Billion people in the world do not have toilets. Over 1 Billion don't have electricity at all. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Thank you for this video. We're in Kumasi and have our own fiber connection. Using it now for 2 weeks and it's SUPER fast and haven't had any outage yet.
@@amaghanaafricadiasporatvna1846 it's publishing videos and comics. And since it's going to be in house servers, a reliable internet is a must. I don't know the viability of this business since there isn't any from researching so it's going to be a small operation, but it is scalable. Also, is internet cafes viable when there are more phones than the population?
Those are more than enough negatives to keep my Black American behind out of Ghana! I'd rather relocate to Germany or the Netherlands where quality of life matters. A thousand thanks, Ivy!
People's reasons for moving to developing countries are usually not about these negatives. There's usually a deeper meaning and reason for the move. Many move to develop and build and make an impact. That type of commitment is not for everyone. The ease of moving to Europe where the system is already easy like the U.S. Is what some people prefer. But know that racism exists in Europe too. It's just less violent than in America. Wish you all the best on your move to Germany or the Netherlands.
Nancy Museve landlord's and landlady's usually ask that much because many Ghanaians don't have stable or reliable study income so it becomes a hustle renting month to month for landlord's. It's not right but it's a norm in Ghana. It's relatively cheap compared to US dollars however the challenge is coughing up 2-3 years rent in advance. You can find yourself a decent 1-3 bedroom apartment from $400 or more a month depending on the location.
You can't control time. Everyone in the world has 24 hours each day. You either use it wisely or you waste it. Being late all the time is wasting the time we have. Nobody can control time. You manage the time you're given. If you could control it people would stop time, go back in time or go into the future.
That’s not a good attitude to have towards time, and people. Time and people must. be respected not wasted and abused, that is one of the reasons why everything is so behind the eight ball over there, it’s because the people don’t respect time or the value of another person’s time. It’s high TIME you all learn to respect time, and that way you will respect other people’s time. Time waits on no man, time is of the essence, once a day is gone you can’t get it back, time wasted can never be regained, time is precious, use time wisely, etc...
I think the renting thing varies really. Ny friend Yerima relocated to Accra from Nigeria and he pays rent every 3 months . He has a functioning toilet and shower in his place ,and power is stable because of his generator. But his internet is extremely expensive
NEVER have I heard anyone paying rent 3 months at a time in Ghana. Your friend got a very nice landlord. Because even the law in Ghana says minimum 6 months at a time. I did this video a few years ago. An announcement was made last week that in light of Covid-19 and all the job loss, the government plans to finally enforce the laws and charge landlords who try to take more than 6 months rent up front.
I live in Vancouver canada. I have visited a few countries in the world. The same could be said about most countries ( India, Philippines, Caribbean, Thailand etc)... 14 years ago, we had dialup internet in Canada. She calls them negatives, I call them opportunities.
@@IvyProsper With western lenses/standards, I almost did the same when I visited the Amazon tribes a few years back. Then I realized the were comfortable and happier than me.
That's crazy am a Kenyan who has always loved Ghana and I always want to move there ,some of those negativity are extreme here we have power all the time it goes but not often time we sure do keep time ,Internet we seriously have best Internet affordable and network is on fleek,rent depends but we for sure don't pay for three years 😂 in fact pay as you wish,we do have public toilets(for pay) some places are filthy but well people manage after all its them who mess it up,but i just want change.Am scared coz am used to electricity all the time,water,just have basic needs available.Seems to survive in Ghana you gotta live with friends 😂😂 but I still love Ghana!!❤👊
When I went to Kenya I was so impressed with the Internet speed and access. It's definitely better than Ghana. Overall I fell in love with Kenya I must say. But I did experience some electricity and water issues in the place I stayed in Nairobi. It wasn't frequent, but it did happen. I plan to visit Kenya again one day.
That's a real shame to learn that sanitation is still an issue in Ghana - it was the same when I left as a child in the mid-70s, and it's a concern that the issue has not been addressed by the Government 4 decades later. However, I don't remember much power outages when I was a kid in Ghana so that's deteriorated. We must do better!
Regarding the power, my aunt said some areas have the same power grid used 20 years ago and now with more electronic devices it can't support it. That's what she said. Since I made this video the electric company has worked towards making things better and it actually is not as bad now compared to when I made the video more than a year ago.
c t it’s a shame that people have to take their hard earned money to go back to the riches continent on earth to help develop it, it’s a crying shame. Africa should be so developed, it should be calling us to come to seek work but it’s the other way around.
Great video! I agree with all the negatives you mentioned. From my experience being in Ghana I also though food (particularly non-local food from supermarket) and transportation are costly.
You're welcome. This video was done 2 years ago. Feel free to watch an update I did a few days ago at this link: th-cam.com/video/Ry4YgILmbak/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for sharing this video. These are issues that require constructive solutions. I lived in Lagos, Nigeria for 14 years and experienced similar things that you described. We, Afrikans, must change our mindsets. These problems could be great businesses for the extraordinary Afrikan(s) who see these issues as opportunities to make money and solve problems.
@@IvyProsper Unfortunately, Afrikan nations have no true leadership muscles. And those you dared to display what true leadership is for real, were murdered by those most of us are asking to assume leadership.
Yeah, I live in America and I was eyeing Ghana for MONTHS as a second home with the US, but now I don't think it's going to happen after just a few minutes of this video. Sometimes you get tired of racism and an unfair racist justice system in America and other BS. The Internet is HUGE for me. I'm on the internet for hours every day. Rent is expensive in a third world country? My plan was to buy a house, but renting is always another option.
@@Striker1A you can buy a house. There are several options if you're willing to leave Accra, the capital city. I know people who live in a 5 bedroom home and pay less than $300USD per month. This video was done 2 years ago and was focused primarily on Greater Accra because most foreigners choose to live in the capital. Just like foreigners come to America and choose New York and other expensive big cities. A lot has improved since I did this video. I had planned to do a lot more this year, I even had a videographer who was going to film with me in other parts of the country then the pandemic put everything to a screeching halt. Please do stay tuned. This morning I cried after seeing that cop's knee in George Floyd's neck. Racism killed him. In Ghana, I never have to think about being black. Ever. That trump's every challenge.
@@IvyProsper Thanks for replying. Racism is really bad in America, even in 2020. I listen to Tariq Nasheed a lot to keep my spirit up. You can follow and listen to him on TH-cam, IG, and Twitter. I want to own a place in an African country in the future. However, my goal is to first visit multiple African countries before deciding which country to make a second home. I watch a lot of TH-camr WODE MAYA videos. He is from Ghana and he travels throughout Africa to report the good and bad things about different African countries. He said in one of his videos that the internet service in Kenya is excellent, but I think it's best if I visit multiple African countries before making my decision. THANKS VERY MUCH FOR YOUR INFORMATION AND HELP! TAKE CARE!
@@Striker1A Wode Maya is a friend of mine. He's doing a great job with his TH-cam channel. Especially since he committed to making it his full-time gig. He is right, Kenya does have good internet. There are plans for improvement in Ghana now as Google and Facebook have been laying undersea cables around the continent since last year to improve connectivity.
Ivy Prosper this is exactly why I’m watching tons of videos of relocating due to the recent murder of George Floyd. Despite all the negative i will still be relocating.
Now you’re scaring me I know we will have challenges but it’s kind of too much . But I’m still getting a mortgage in Accra and hope for the best in the years to come.
As an African American, to all of my Ghanaians let me say this.......We know you want to make Ghana and Africa period great, and as your African brothers & sisters in America we too want the same thing......But let's just be honest here.....If you're going to be able to compete in business "on the world stage", those 8 things she named in this video are ABSOLUTELY VITAL to doing just that!! Whitey and Mr. Lee (the Chinese) ain't gonna come invest heavily in your country when after visiting there you show up 2 hours late for the meeting they had scheduled with you, they can't check their e-mails cause there's no internet connection, they couldn't shower prior to the meeting cause there was no running water in their hotel, they can't shit cause the toilet's not working in your office building, there's a stench of garbage stinking up the entire block cause the garbage hasn't been picked up, and they're puking their guts out 7 days after they get back to New York City or Beijing cause they've been bitten by an infected mosquito and they now have to get treated for malaria before they take their final breath!! These are services and customs & practices we "take for granted" in the U.S., China, South Korea, Germany, London and other advanced countries. In your advanced countries there's no bigger sign of "disrespect" than for you to showup even 30 MINUTES LATE for a meeting!!!.......Showing up 2 hours late means you have no respect for who you're meeting with whatsoever!!! Ghana......and Africa period......you're gonna have to get your SHIT together before The West is going to invest heavily in you.
Have you been to Ghana? First of all, you can take Malaria pills as a preventive method while you're in Ghana. You just take one pill each morning with your breakfast and you're fine. Internet connection can be spotty in some areas, but it's not impossible to check your emails and handle your business with the use of MTN internet. If the water goes out, most hotels and upscale places (OSU, East Legon, etc) that cater to foreigners have water reservoirs and back up generators for power. You don't have to preach to Ghanaians about how to conduct themselves. Also, the goal for African nations, especially in West Africa, should be to decrease the amount of foreign aid and become self-sufficient, not look for the West to "invest heavily". You should really visit the country and see it for yourself, instead of relying on a video to tell you what's going on so you can judge.
@@lptinvestor1781 all this depends on which area you can afford to live. All this can be avoided depending on your pocket. She is right if you live in the ghettos.
Lipton I'm read your comment , here in " 🇺🇸 " New York , New York . with all due respect , why are so " ANGRY " ? Read me on this , and read me well . there is no quick fix in " LIFE "only quick fix stuff is in( T.V. AD ) You are very " RUDE " give it time . A River cut through " ROCKS " not because of its power , but it's ( PERSISTENCE ) AND before you get ( ANGRY ) THINK ABOUT IT , PLEASE .
Appreciating your honesty. I do want to go someday. Everybody I know who has been talks about it like it's either Wakanda or that it is the only solution to Black folks' problems. They curiously leave out these things. Thanks for your perspective.
Ghana is a great place. These negatives I highlight become apparent when you move and live for extended periods of time. Most people share their holiday experience in 5-star hotels and going to several events and parties. Although these negatives I speak on are a reality, the more money you have and depending on what areas you live in, it's less of a frequent issue. Also this video was made about 2 years ago. Some issues have improved, like electricity...much less power cuts than before. Also I don't have as frequent of a problem with water going out. And now with the pandemic, the President has mandated to the Water and Electricity company to stop cutting people's supply when it's much needed and essential.
If you live in Greater Accra you are more likely to have access, but the neighborhood you choose makes a difference. Many people who move to Ghana from places like the US, Canada, UK and Europe choose to live in areas like Cantoments, East Legon, Airport Residential, Legon, and Spintex. But even upscale/affluent neighborhoods like East Legon suffer from power cuts at times. Regarding water, many people who can afford it will have a water tank (called a polytank) as a backup for when the city pipes don't flow. These are issues that every developing country faces around the world. In Africa, South America and parts of South East Asia these are issues.
Oh my goodness, thank you for telling the truth. Oh dear, I do hope there have been some improvements since you made this. I am a new subscriber so please let me know if you have made an update to this, thankyou.
Second that on Rent .... we can't believe how expensive it us when you're a foreigner here. We're here exploring and writing about Ghana for 3 month and we're a bit set back how much we're paying :(
Every developing country has its own issues. You won't find perfection. My advice is always to visit a country for a period of time to decide if you can even live there. I did this video a few years ago when the electricity issue was a serious problem in Ghana. The last couple of years it has been much more stable than it was at the time I did this video. There are still instances of power cuts, but not as frequent as before. Namibia: 33% of Namibians have access to proper sanitation. 2% of households have access to a proper toilet inside the home. 52% of the population have access to electricity.
Thanks for your videos Ivy Prosper. Have been watching your vids on year of return and today I made the decision to subscribe 😊 Look forward to more great content.
Thanks for this information, don’t think I want to move to Ghana now. Garbage and bathroom issues should be something the government resolve asap especially for sanitation reasons and to avoid diseases.
best wau to avoid exorbitant rent is for repatriated to own their own rental properties. there was a very successful AA real estate owner time back. His company was called A&P (AFRICAN CONCRETE PRODUCTS) and he also started an estate A CO Estates
Okay so rent is $800 USD for a one bedroom apartment and they're asking you for 3 years rent in advance???? Who the F has that type of money just lying around? Would be better to just go buy a house right?
Ivy thank you for the great video . Can you tell me if it is safe to eat fish there? I saw a documentary about how the city sanitation collects human waste from public bathrooms into these large trucks and drives it to the beach and backs them up and empties it into the Atlantic ocean and dumps it there.
Wouldn't doubt it!! That's was the Cruise Lines do! Oceans have been polluted for yrs and many people continue to eat from those waters! Really sad and sickening!
Madame you are so beautiful.znd charming.keep it up..I.like the.spirit within you to showcase Ghana to the world..I.am in Germany and will always follow your good work.keep it up.Be blessed..All the Americans and all are welcome back home....
I have a question, when you say expensive what does that mean to you, because everyone is not broke or struggling so could you give some examples that put that word into context please sista ?
Everyone I know who has travelled to Accra talks about how much more expensive it was than they expected. People assume coming to an African city means it will be cheaper. But in some cases things cost the same as they so abroad, despite the fact the average salaries are far lower.
[3.2., 22:14] chriskagermeier: Hello I am looking for a place where I can work, pass on my knowledge and try new things. Coming from Bavaria Germany I am a gardener, irrigation technician building draftsman. I have been growing vegetables organically for years. Was always in Asia and also gardened there. The next few years I can only come in winter. [3.2., 22:24] chriskagermeier: Caring for the environment is important to me. I have to realize the production of biogas, wood gas for cooking and electricity production. In the case of wood gasification, charcoal remains, which is an excellent soil improver. (terra preta) also water hyacinths can be forgotten hot and there is also coal left. If possible, I will be happy to work on further spreading this technique. [3.2., 22:30] chriskagermeier: I am 57 years old. Fortunately, I don't need much to live on. Simple food a place to sleep. Supermarkets shopping centers I don't need all the modern consumer goods. Have already had barbecues and grasshoppers and like to try everything there is. [3.2., 22:31] chriskagermeier: Chriskagermeier@gmx.de
I rather be a visitor. Africa is advancing and progressing slowly love you Africa, but we have ways to go. Businesses women and businesses men if I had these skills I would think seriously about moving to Africa. Our greatest oppressor is the white mans laws and his money.
This video was made in June 2018. But the behaviour of landlords has not changed much. The Rent Act of 1963 states that landlords in Ghana can only charge a maximum six months rent in advance. So it's been the law for 57 years!!! Unfortunately that has not been followed and the law has not been enforced. It's the responsibility of potential tenants to have complained to the government, but they don't. Instead they just pay the 1, 2 and 3 years with no complaints. If people had been complaining all along, then landlords would have followed the laws because they could face jail time when they break this law. Because of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Ministry of Information announced in their Press Briefing about 2 weeks ago that they are going to start enforcing the law and that tenants should report landlords asking for more than 6 months. Landlords can face 3 years jail time if they break this law. But how is the government to know if people who pay rent don't file the formal complaints? Just this morning someone sent me a WhatsApp Message about a 2 Bedroom apartment for rent and they are asking for 1 year advance payment. When I commented that they shouldn't be asking for more than 6 months, I was told that landlords are still asking for 1 - 2 years.
@@IvyProsper Thanks for the update. Im not disputing what you are saying. Im just surprised because i heard from a friend in Ghana years ago that it was being enforced now. I myself used to pay 2 years advance when I was in ghana. Not funny at all. Imagine all that money that could have been used more productively. We need to lobby the government to enforce it unfortunately ghanaians do not seem to have that culture.
Vodafone and MTN are the most reliable and the only ones I am aware of with Fibre Internet. Other reliable providers include Surfline and Busy Internet.
All these problems are not common in Kumasi, there’s uninterrupted water flow and uninterrupted electricity, rent in Kumasi is cheap comparing to Accra and the sanitation is far better than Accra, so next time try to compare the regions not quoting it as Ghana, mind you the internet in Kumasi is stable and fast depending on it network provider...and also transportation too is cheaper than in Accra and Accra is highly populated and cost of living is high over there 👉🏽...
I have NEVER experienced fast internet in Kumasi. Also I stayed at hotels in Kumasi and then the water was not even flowing. It was horrible. Rent of course is cheaper anywhere outside Accra. I have travelled all over the country and sanitation is an issue everywhere.
Yes I would like to visit Ghana but what are the restrictions if any for black americans? I mean I heard the door was open without restrictions for us to come back home but then someone said that can't be true so can you ask your King/President if there are any restrictions or can I just come? I have a passport but do i need one to come back home? I mean I didn't need one when I left 400 years ago. Do I need to take any kind of medication shots which I don't want to because my faith will keep me safe? Do I need a Visa? And if so why do I need a Visa if I am invited to come back home? Please ask your Leader specifically for me because I am ready to come back home. Of course my first trip would be a visit no less than 10 days or no more than 30 days and then my second trip will be my final trip to stay for good but also ask Him if I can have dual citizenship because I think I would like to or need to visit back here from time to time to vote and other business issues.
Yeah, as you said, you didn't need a passport 400 years ago; because people were taken forcefully away from the continent. Unfortunately you can't apply that logic to the world we love in today when travelling. The reality is you live in a country where you are already a passport holding citizen. You would travel to Ghana with that passport, for which, you need a Visa to enter the country. Once you are in Ghana, if you choose to stay longer you would need to renew the Visa while you're still in the country. This is an easy process. You can apply for residency when you stay in the country after a period of time or when you get a job/start a business. You first need to be a resident before you can apply for citizenship. Please refer to the Ministry of Interior and Ghana Immigration for more accurate information on that topic. Yellow Fever shot is required to enter the country. Some people choose to take anti-malaria medications but it's not mandatory. You can check the travel guidelines that your current country jas issued regarding travel to Ghana. For now, at the time of my responding to your comment, Ghana's borders are closed indefinitely because of the global crisis we are all in.
All what the lady explained is very true,thats why doing business in Ghana doesn't work out and living in Ghana is very uncomfortable and expensive.However many male and sometimes even female tourists do not care,because they have just come for some sexual encounters and go back to their various countries.
Sanitation should be IMPORTANT, the government should be Ashamed of itself to let people release themselves in public and especially on the beaches. Thanks for the head up. Why would anyone be stupid to pay rent up front for 2-3 years, I can understand paying a security deposit and to add insult to injury they are charging you in U S dollars. This is a third world developing country and should be happy that People are traveling there for vacation than Europe. It turns my stomach the lack of sanitation and garbage. Will stay put in America.
I do have a different experience in Ghana. My place has a true fibre optic internet and cable tv. So it all boils down to where you live. My home in Canada does not have fibre optic. They are still doing the installations.
I loved Kenya, but it also has its bad parts too. I've seen both. I have not visited the other countries you listed but a friend in South Africa has spoken of the bad too.
@@islandgirl5382 thanks for letting me know. That's definitely a U.S. thing. We didn't have that in Canada when I lived there and it's definitely not in Ghana. Anyone who needs food stamps should not be planning to move to Ghana.
I 2nd that Sharon!! So that other couple that has relocated; don't remember their name, had the son on the video. Her father is Ghanian, they were smiling, telling 3 things you need to do prior to coming. They are obviously financially comfortable and dont have to worry about what Ivy just stated. They never once mentioned 1 item that she did!
@@IvyProsper I understand. But as someone who tried the repat move... the "gangsta mosquitoes" (as I actually call them) are definitely a negative! 😫 That's why I wrote you missed an opportunity to at least mention how pesky, and prevalent they are (ESP. at dawn & dusk) when you had to swat one... 🦟 And that's also why I wrote, respectfully; regardless of your intention. But I forgot to include, thanks for what you did put out! 🙏🏽 It should be helpful for those considering a move... 👍🏽
@@MsLeAnnPatrice I just assumed people are aware of the moquitos considering Public Health departments in other countries typically tell people about the possibility of malaria when they move to Ghana. I used to have mosquitos harrass me all the time, but over the years, I hardly get mosquito bites now.
@@IvyProsper Well, maybe they're an "Early Years Negative" (faarrr more than a possibility)... but I surely won't be here long enough to find out! ✊🏽 Thanks again for the video! 👍🏽
@@islandgirl5382 I can't get a read your comment... I guess because I didn't (intend to) disagree with you. My point was just a RESPECTFUL suggestion, because of the negative experience I've had with mosquitoes in Ghana; again, regardless of your intention to mention them or not. Either way, although I didn't include it in my FIRST reply, I really do think what you presented will be helpful for people considering moving here! 👍🏽
In this video I am primarily speaking about using the Internet data on phones and wifi/dongle devices. MTN Fibre installed in the home is not available everywhere. Only selected places. My friend has it and it works for her area. I inquired and it is not available where I live even though I'm also in the Greater Accra region. The fact is for those who have lived in the U.S., UK, Canada, Europe etc, we see the significant difference in the Internet in Ghana. I want those who are making the decision to move to be aware of the differences they may experience.
@@IvyProsper you should have also let them know that most of can be avoided to a point although it is the reality of some parts of African cities but there are well organized areas also it all depends on your pocket.
@@IvyProsper I've had family go to Kumasi and once they ate the food they got sick as a dog. Ghana is a cool place but you guys have a very Long way to go before you can bring in those tourists dollars. Those over inflated prices and the fact the plane ticket cost 1000 dollars from the east coast is enough for me to avoid it. And then there is the banking system most American banks won't wire money to foreign countries. If yall ain't got a Bank of America branch over in Ghana then where is your source of income coming from?
@@jjtiojohn12 Bank of America is an American bank I lived in Canada and there's no Bank of America there either so does that mean Canada doesn't have a way to make money? You statement is very narrow-minded. The U.S. isn't the only country with a banking system. I send money from Canada to Ghana no problem. You mentioned Lagos in your last comment, but Nigeria has had many issies when it comes to concerns with fraud as well.
@@IvyProsper but the point I'm trying to make is Lagos is more developed. If you're saying that the water is not drinkable in Ghana then in hindsight it's not livable.
@@jjtiojohn12 There are areas of Ghana that yes, the water is not the best, especially for foreigners not used to it. The exact same goes for Lagos. I have lots of friends from there who have spoken about the poverty and bad sanitation in some areas contrasted with the extreme wealth and development of some areas. It's the same in Ghana.
If you truly want to live in Ghana live among the natives. Ghana is another oil rich misguided kingdom for which you will find out soon enough. If people want to go back to Africa the government of the US should pay one way tickets for all of you to get out of here. You people are being duped by this Africa thing. You not African, you have different language and culture.
People from the U.S. are not the only Black people moving to Ghana or other African countries. I have met Black people from Canada, the U.K., Australia, Jamaica, Holland, Italy, France and Germany who moved to Ghana. So your comment about the U.S. government paying for flights is not relevant to me. People move from one country to another all the time and governments don't pay that cost. Also you said people are being "duped", please elaborate on your statement. I like to have clarity in conversations.
Someone already mentioned it, but these negatives are business opportunities. If a black man doesn't take action some white fella will
I know someone who lives there.
I've been saying THIS
@@goddessspeaks8463 you've been saying this? Regarding business opportunities? Does that mean you've lived in Ghana and seen these issues? Or maybe on a visit? Or the person you kno who lives there is the one you're telling it's a business opportunity?
@@IvyProsper * crickets *
The great Goddess suddenly went mute for 3 full years, so far. lol
You are the most honest vlogger amidst the Year of Return campaign.
Right??!!!
This video was made in June 2018, before the Year of Return was launched.
Rent should NOT be so expensive in a third world country. Only to have problems with electrical power, unreliable expensive internet, water problems, lack of restrooms, poorly managed garbage site and you want 1 to 3 years rent paid in advance. When the law says they can't ask for more than 6 months.. I can guarantee you there is a no refund policy.
Exactly thats why Tanzania is better.
Tanzania is a country I'm interested in
@@aquariusguard Are the people of Tanzania welcoming of African Americans?
East Africa is better than most West Africa , Kenya is a good option too besides Tanzania, i know plenty of AA in Kenya and most Kenyans speak and understand English
Thank you for telling the truth
I respect her telling the truth about the small, but crucial things. Some pretend it's all roses. I know the USA has it challenges. However, people are not putting their lives at risk and killing themseves to leave here. Not yet anyway. Until then, I'll pass on Africa. Even in the worst case secario I'd pick somewhere else. Them people trying to leave the whole continent of Africa.
@@carolynmontgomery2177 so you will pass on a whole continent of 54 countries because of what I shared about living in 1 country. 🤷🏾♀️
You're missing out on some life-changing experiences Everything I listed here is something a person on vacation HARDLY experiences. You'll be in some 4 or 5 star hotel with all the amenities and not even feel what I was talking about. Except maybe the slower internet.
Do you know that there are many countries that have these same problems? Not just on the continent of Africa.
2 Billion people in the world do not have toilets.
Over 1 Billion don't have electricity at all.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Ignore her Ivy. Africa does not need ignorant people like her. She is better off with her white oppressors
Problems need solutions, that’s where entrepreneurs come in
For sure!!
Thank you for this video. We're in Kumasi and have our own fiber connection. Using it now for 2 weeks and it's SUPER fast and haven't had any outage yet.
Who is your ISP and do they operate in Takoradi? i plan on running an internet based business when i relocate.
I'm using cloud network in kumasi supper fast and cheap
@@prietoa1 will it be an internet cafe or internet bundles?
@@amaghanaafricadiasporatvna1846 it's publishing videos and comics. And since it's going to be in house servers, a reliable internet is a must. I don't know the viability of this business since there isn't any from researching so it's going to be a small operation, but it is scalable.
Also, is internet cafes viable when there are more phones than the population?
Those are more than enough negatives to keep my Black American behind out of Ghana!
I'd rather relocate to Germany or the Netherlands where quality of life matters.
A thousand thanks, Ivy!
People's reasons for moving to developing countries are usually not about these negatives.
There's usually a deeper meaning and reason for the move.
Many move to develop and build and make an impact. That type of commitment is not for everyone. The ease of moving to Europe where the system is already easy like the U.S. Is what some people prefer. But know that racism exists in Europe too. It's just less violent than in America.
Wish you all the best on your move to Germany or the Netherlands.
@@IvyProsper , kind regards.
1 to 3 years in advance??? If i had that, couldn't i buy a house instead?
For Real!
Why 3 years..that's not good
Romerryll best thing you can do to be honest with you. Far better buying than renting in Ghana.
Nancy Museve landlord's and landlady's usually ask that much because many Ghanaians don't have stable or reliable study income so it becomes a hustle renting month to month for landlord's. It's not right but it's a norm in Ghana.
It's relatively cheap compared to US dollars however the challenge is coughing up 2-3 years rent in advance. You can find yourself a decent 1-3 bedroom apartment from $400 or more a month depending on the location.
in Africa, time doesn't control us
we control time
You can't control time. Everyone in the world has 24 hours each day. You either use it wisely or you waste it. Being late all the time is wasting the time we have.
Nobody can control time. You manage the time you're given. If you could control it people would stop time, go back in time or go into the future.
That’s not a good attitude to have towards time, and people. Time and people must. be respected not wasted and abused, that is one of the reasons why everything is so behind the eight ball over there, it’s because the people don’t respect time or the value of another person’s time. It’s high TIME you all learn to respect time, and that way you will respect other people’s time. Time waits on no man, time is of the essence, once a day is gone you can’t get it back, time wasted can never be regained, time is precious, use time wisely, etc...
Educating people about the 7 points you presented is great & it’s the same in most African countries my 9ja included.
Awesome video we going to make Ghana 🇬🇭 great
I think the renting thing varies really. Ny friend Yerima relocated to Accra from Nigeria and he pays rent every 3 months .
He has a functioning toilet and shower in his place ,and power is stable because of his generator. But his internet is extremely expensive
NEVER have I heard anyone paying rent 3 months at a time in Ghana. Your friend got a very nice landlord. Because even the law in Ghana says minimum 6 months at a time.
I did this video a few years ago.
An announcement was made last week that in light of Covid-19 and all the job loss, the government plans to finally enforce the laws and charge landlords who try to take more than 6 months rent up front.
Colera & maleria. Great video...thanks for some balance
I just need 4 things, business opportunity, a bed, a pillow, and bottle whisky ... You can keep the rest.
Thank you Ivy for being honest, my family members are thinking of relocating
Well this is a turnoff....even if you were considering moving there.....big 7!
Thank you for the honesty. Thumbs up.
I live in Vancouver canada. I have visited a few countries in the world. The same could be said about most countries ( India, Philippines, Caribbean, Thailand etc)... 14 years ago, we had dialup internet in Canada. She calls them negatives, I call them opportunities.
They are certainly opportunities!
@@IvyProsper With western lenses/standards, I almost did the same when I visited the Amazon tribes a few years back. Then I realized the were comfortable and happier than me.
That's crazy am a Kenyan who has always loved Ghana and I always want to move there ,some of those negativity are extreme here we have power all the time it goes but not often time we sure do keep time ,Internet we seriously have best Internet affordable and network is on fleek,rent depends but we for sure don't pay for three years 😂 in fact pay as you wish,we do have public toilets(for pay) some places are filthy but well people manage after all its them who mess it up,but i just want change.Am scared coz am used to electricity all the time,water,just have basic needs available.Seems to survive in Ghana you gotta live with friends 😂😂 but I still love Ghana!!❤👊
When I went to Kenya I was so impressed with the Internet speed and access. It's definitely better than Ghana. Overall I fell in love with Kenya I must say.
But I did experience some electricity and water issues in the place I stayed in Nairobi. It wasn't frequent, but it did happen.
I plan to visit Kenya again one day.
That's a real shame to learn that sanitation is still an issue in Ghana - it was the same when I left as a child in the mid-70s, and it's a concern that the issue has not been addressed by the Government 4 decades later. However, I don't remember much power outages when I was a kid in Ghana so that's deteriorated. We must do better!
Shame indeed, a cheap solution is to use prisoners to clean up, I don't know why the govt doesn't do this
Regarding the power, my aunt said some areas have the same power grid used 20 years ago and now with more electronic devices it can't support it. That's what she said. Since I made this video the electric company has worked towards making things better and it actually is not as bad now compared to when I made the video more than a year ago.
U have to go back and help
c t it’s a shame that people have to take their hard earned money to go back to the riches continent on earth to help develop it, it’s a crying shame. Africa should be so developed, it should be calling us to come to seek work but it’s the other way around.
Great video! I agree with all the negatives you mentioned. From my experience being in Ghana I also though food (particularly non-local food from supermarket) and transportation are costly.
Thanks for watching and for your comment!
Thank you for an excellent honest report.
You're welcome. This video was done 2 years ago. Feel free to watch an update I did a few days ago at this link: th-cam.com/video/Ry4YgILmbak/w-d-xo.html
What about malaria? and the health services?
Yeah, so if you don't have health issues , guess it's fine. I am not leaving my Medical Center to have to go to a 'clinic'!!
Thank you for sharing this video. These are issues that require constructive solutions. I lived in Lagos, Nigeria for 14 years and experienced similar things that you described. We, Afrikans, must change our mindsets. These problems could be great businesses for the extraordinary Afrikan(s) who see these issues as opportunities to make money and solve problems.
These problems should be made a priority by those in leadership. It's unfortunate a lot of African countries deal with these problems.
@@IvyProsper Unfortunately, Afrikan nations have no true leadership muscles. And those you dared to display what true leadership is for real, were murdered by those most of us are asking to assume leadership.
Damn that’s some heavy Negatives!
Yeah, I live in America and I was eyeing Ghana for MONTHS as a second home with the US, but now I don't think it's going to happen after just a few minutes of this video. Sometimes you get tired of racism and an unfair racist justice system in America and other BS. The Internet is HUGE for me. I'm on the internet for hours every day. Rent is expensive in a third world country? My plan was to buy a house, but renting is always another option.
@@Striker1A you can buy a house. There are several options if you're willing to leave Accra, the capital city. I know people who live in a 5 bedroom home and pay less than $300USD per month.
This video was done 2 years ago and was focused primarily on Greater Accra because most foreigners choose to live in the capital. Just like foreigners come to America and choose New York and other expensive big cities.
A lot has improved since I did this video. I had planned to do a lot more this year, I even had a videographer who was going to film with me in other parts of the country then the pandemic put everything to a screeching halt.
Please do stay tuned. This morning I cried after seeing that cop's knee in George Floyd's neck. Racism killed him.
In Ghana, I never have to think about being black. Ever. That trump's every challenge.
@@IvyProsper Thanks for replying. Racism is really bad in America, even in 2020. I listen to Tariq Nasheed a lot to keep my spirit up. You can follow and listen to him on TH-cam, IG, and Twitter. I want to own a place in an African country in the future. However, my goal is to first visit multiple African countries before deciding which country to make a second home.
I watch a lot of TH-camr WODE MAYA videos. He is from Ghana and he travels throughout Africa to report the good and bad things about different African countries. He said in one of his videos that the internet service in Kenya is excellent, but I think it's best if I visit multiple African countries before making my decision. THANKS VERY MUCH FOR YOUR INFORMATION AND HELP! TAKE CARE!
@@Striker1A Wode Maya is a friend of mine. He's doing a great job with his TH-cam channel. Especially since he committed to making it his full-time gig.
He is right, Kenya does have good internet.
There are plans for improvement in Ghana now as Google and Facebook have been laying undersea cables around the continent since last year to improve connectivity.
Ivy Prosper this is exactly why I’m watching tons of videos of relocating due to the recent murder of George Floyd. Despite all the negative i will still be relocating.
Now you’re scaring me I know we will have challenges but it’s kind of too much . But I’m still getting a mortgage in Accra and hope for the best in the years to come.
Don't be scared. Things are a bit better than they were when I first made this video in 2018.
As an African American, to all of my Ghanaians let me say this.......We know you want to make Ghana and Africa period great, and as your African brothers & sisters in America we too want the same thing......But let's just be honest here.....If you're going to be able to compete in business "on the world stage", those 8 things she named in this video are ABSOLUTELY VITAL to doing just that!! Whitey and Mr. Lee (the Chinese) ain't gonna come invest heavily in your country when after visiting there you show up 2 hours late for the meeting they had scheduled with you, they can't check their e-mails cause there's no internet connection, they couldn't shower prior to the meeting cause there was no running water in their hotel, they can't shit cause the toilet's not working in your office building, there's a stench of garbage stinking up the entire block cause the garbage hasn't been picked up, and they're puking their guts out 7 days after they get back to New York City or Beijing cause they've been bitten by an infected mosquito and they now have to get treated for malaria before they take their final breath!! These are services and customs & practices we "take for granted" in the U.S., China, South Korea, Germany, London and other advanced countries. In your advanced countries there's no bigger sign of "disrespect" than for you to showup even 30 MINUTES LATE for a meeting!!!.......Showing up 2 hours late means you have no respect for who you're meeting with whatsoever!!!
Ghana......and Africa period......you're gonna have to get your SHIT together before The West is going to invest heavily in you.
Have you been to Ghana? First of all, you can take Malaria pills as a preventive method while you're in Ghana. You just take one pill each morning with your breakfast and you're fine. Internet connection can be spotty in some areas, but it's not impossible to check your emails and handle your business with the use of MTN internet. If the water goes out, most hotels and upscale places (OSU, East Legon, etc) that cater to foreigners have water reservoirs and back up generators for power. You don't have to preach to Ghanaians about how to conduct themselves. Also, the goal for African nations, especially in West Africa, should be to decrease the amount of foreign aid and become self-sufficient, not look for the West to "invest heavily". You should really visit the country and see it for yourself, instead of relying on a video to tell you what's going on so you can judge.
So the Sista in this video is lying huh?
@@Bludove360 stfu and have some damn shame that your country is still in the stone ages clown👉💺
@@lptinvestor1781 all this depends on which area you can afford to live. All this can be avoided depending on your pocket. She is right if you live in the ghettos.
Lipton
I'm read your comment , here in " 🇺🇸 " New York , New York . with all due respect , why are so " ANGRY " ? Read me on this , and read me well . there is no quick fix in " LIFE "only quick fix stuff is in( T.V. AD ) You are very " RUDE " give it time . A River cut through " ROCKS " not because of its power , but it's ( PERSISTENCE ) AND before you get ( ANGRY ) THINK ABOUT IT , PLEASE .
It's not America, its still a developing country some hundred years or so behind the US and is doing pretty well catching up considering.
U forgot abt lack of beds and equipments in the hospitals
In my book, Your Essential Guide on Moving to Ghana, I mention that access to health care may be a reason people don't want to move to Ghana.
@@IvyProsper I think it will be more beneficial if u make a video abt that too
Appreciating your honesty. I do want to go someday. Everybody I know who has been talks about it like it's either Wakanda or that it is the only solution to Black folks' problems. They curiously leave out these things. Thanks for your perspective.
Ghana is a great place. These negatives I highlight become apparent when you move and live for extended periods of time. Most people share their holiday experience in 5-star hotels and going to several events and parties.
Although these negatives I speak on are a reality, the more money you have and depending on what areas you live in, it's less of a frequent issue.
Also this video was made about 2 years ago. Some issues have improved, like electricity...much less power cuts than before. Also I don't have as frequent of a problem with water going out.
And now with the pandemic, the President has mandated to the Water and Electricity company to stop cutting people's supply when it's much needed and essential.
Thanks for sharing! Are there some cities better than others in regards to these issues?
If you live in Greater Accra you are more likely to have access, but the neighborhood you choose makes a difference. Many people who move to Ghana from places like the US, Canada, UK and Europe choose to live in areas like Cantoments, East Legon, Airport Residential, Legon, and Spintex. But even upscale/affluent neighborhoods like East Legon suffer from power cuts at times.
Regarding water, many people who can afford it will have a water tank (called a polytank) as a backup for when the city pipes don't flow.
These are issues that every developing country faces around the world. In Africa, South America and parts of South East Asia these are issues.
Go to Rwanda
@@benny73ism I haven't heard much about it. Why do you recommend Rwanda? Pros? Cons? Thanks!
Oh my goodness, thank you for telling the truth. Oh dear, I do hope there have been some improvements since you made this. I am a new subscriber so please let me know if you have made an update to this, thankyou.
Second that on Rent .... we can't believe how expensive it us when you're a foreigner here. We're here exploring and writing about Ghana for 3 month and we're a bit set back how much we're paying :(
Yes rent is outrageously priced.
best advice i can give is to use airbnb. cheaper that way
So if you have the right connection you can definitely change some of those negative
Regards sanitation, waste recycling issues, who has charge of that within Government? People need to apply pressure to improve the system.
Thanks for letting people know that.
Though I don't like her pouring it outhere, she is saying the truth
I thank you for the truth. I will focus on Namibia.
Every developing country has its own issues. You won't find perfection. My advice is always to visit a country for a period of time to decide if you can even live there.
I did this video a few years ago when the electricity issue was a serious problem in Ghana. The last couple of years it has been much more stable than it was at the time I did this video. There are still instances of power cuts, but not as frequent as before.
Namibia:
33% of Namibians have access to proper sanitation.
2% of households have access to a proper toilet inside the home.
52% of the population have access to electricity.
Everything you have mentioned I have experienced
Thanks for your videos Ivy Prosper. Have been watching your vids on year of return and today I made the decision to subscribe 😊 Look forward to more great content.
Thank you so much. I appreciate it.
Thanks for this information, don’t think I want to move to Ghana now. Garbage and bathroom issues should be something the government resolve asap especially for sanitation reasons and to avoid diseases.
How much is rent in US dollars 500.00 - 2,000, I live in Los Angeles so 2,000 for a decent one bedroom is normal if you don't want to be in the hood
3 years rent in advanced?! So you already know if you have an issue with the housing before 3 years is up you lost your money🤦🏽♀️
2 years is what they mostly charge.No one charge 3 years
😂😂😂😂🤦♀️🤦♀️🤦♀️🤦♀️
Very informative, thank you.
You're welcome.
best wau to avoid exorbitant rent is for repatriated to own their own rental properties. there was a very successful AA real estate owner time back. His company was called A&P (AFRICAN CONCRETE PRODUCTS) and he also started an estate A CO Estates
I was thinking of moving to Ghana with my family I just got turn off
Okay so rent is $800 USD for a one bedroom apartment and they're asking you for 3 years rent in advance???? Who the F has that type of money just lying around? Would be better to just go buy a house right?
I've seen they ask for 1 yr in advance but you can negotiate to 6 months.
Thanks Sistar Ivy, I won't be going to Ghana anytime soon.
you are very beautiful, thanks for information I am considering moving there . thanks for the information
You're welcome
Ivy thank you for the great video . Can you tell me if it is safe to eat fish there? I saw a documentary about how the city sanitation collects human waste from public bathrooms into these large trucks and drives it to the beach and backs them up and empties it into the Atlantic ocean and dumps it there.
I don't know about that. Never saw that documentary or heard that story before.
I eat fish here all the time.
Wouldn't doubt it!!
That's was the Cruise Lines do!
Oceans have been polluted for yrs and many people continue to eat from those waters!
Really sad and sickening!
Madame you are so beautiful.znd charming.keep it up..I.like the.spirit within you to showcase Ghana to the world..I.am in Germany and will always follow your good work.keep it up.Be blessed..All the Americans and all are welcome back home....
Thanks for watching!!
Mercy frost
Thank you !
I have a question, when you say expensive what does that mean to you, because everyone is not broke or struggling so could you give some examples that put that word into context please sista ?
Everyone I know who has travelled to Accra talks about how much more expensive it was than they expected. People assume coming to an African city means it will be cheaper. But in some cases things cost the same as they so abroad, despite the fact the average salaries are far lower.
I liked this video I featured it on my afroexit.us site. Keep up the good work!
Thank you for sharing and watching videos.
Thank you for sharing and watching videos.
Thank you for sharing and watching videos.
Thank you!
[3.2., 22:14] chriskagermeier: Hello I am looking for a place where I can work, pass on my knowledge and try new things. Coming from Bavaria Germany I am a gardener, irrigation technician building draftsman. I have been growing vegetables organically for years. Was always in Asia and also gardened there. The next few years I can only come in winter.
[3.2., 22:24] chriskagermeier: Caring for the environment is important to me. I have to realize the production of biogas, wood gas for cooking and electricity production. In the case of wood gasification, charcoal remains, which is an excellent soil improver. (terra preta) also water hyacinths can be forgotten hot and there is also coal left. If possible, I will be happy to work on further spreading this technique.
[3.2., 22:30] chriskagermeier: I am 57 years old. Fortunately, I don't need much to live on. Simple food a place to sleep. Supermarkets shopping centers I don't need all the modern consumer goods. Have already had barbecues and grasshoppers and like to try everything there is.
[3.2., 22:31] chriskagermeier: Chriskagermeier@gmx.de
Nice video,...
Ivy, you are beautiful!
Thanks.
I rather be a visitor. Africa is advancing and progressing slowly love you Africa, but we have ways to go. Businesses women and businesses men if I had these skills I would think seriously about moving to Africa. Our greatest oppressor is the white mans laws and his money.
You Forgot Mosquitoes! 😁
Hahaha! The deadly mosquito can make people's lives miserable.
yeah. but you will begin to build immunity especially if you use herbal antimalarial preparations instead of pharmaceuticals
7 Negatives
1) Internet
2) Rent
3) Power outages
4) Water
5) Poor Sanitation
6) Garbage
7) Lateness/ Tardiness
I'm ghanaian. the rent is surprising because I am told the government made the rental association change it to not more than a year
This video was made in June 2018. But the behaviour of landlords has not changed much.
The Rent Act of 1963 states that landlords in Ghana can only charge a maximum six months rent in advance. So it's been the law for 57 years!!! Unfortunately that has not been followed and the law has not been enforced. It's the responsibility of potential tenants to have complained to the government, but they don't. Instead they just pay the 1, 2 and 3 years with no complaints.
If people had been complaining all along, then landlords would have followed the laws because they could face jail time when they break this law.
Because of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Ministry of Information announced in their Press Briefing about 2 weeks ago that they are going to start enforcing the law and that tenants should report landlords asking for more than 6 months. Landlords can face 3 years jail time if they break this law. But how is the government to know if people who pay rent don't file the formal complaints?
Just this morning someone sent me a WhatsApp Message about a 2 Bedroom apartment for rent and they are asking for 1 year advance payment. When I commented that they shouldn't be asking for more than 6 months, I was told that landlords are still asking for 1 - 2 years.
@@IvyProsper Thanks for the update. Im not disputing what you are saying. Im just surprised because i heard from a friend in Ghana years ago that it was being enforced now. I myself used to pay 2 years advance when I was in ghana. Not funny at all. Imagine all that money that could have been used more productively. We need to lobby the government to enforce it unfortunately ghanaians do not seem to have that culture.
Thanks
Nice one dear
Do you know of all the internet companies in Ghana?
Vodafone and MTN are the most reliable and the only ones I am aware of with Fibre Internet.
Other reliable providers include Surfline and Busy Internet.
Informative thanks
Thanks for sharing.
Rent in Us dollars, that's no good.
All the negatives will be trumped if I can see women like you there.😍
All these problems are not common in Kumasi, there’s uninterrupted water flow and uninterrupted electricity, rent in Kumasi is cheap comparing to Accra and the sanitation is far better than Accra, so next time try to compare the regions not quoting it as Ghana, mind you the internet in Kumasi is stable and fast depending on it network provider...and also transportation too is cheaper than in Accra and Accra is highly populated and cost of living is high over there 👉🏽...
I have NEVER experienced fast internet in Kumasi. Also I stayed at hotels in Kumasi and then the water was not even flowing. It was horrible. Rent of course is cheaper anywhere outside Accra. I have travelled all over the country and sanitation is an issue everywhere.
Yes I would like to visit Ghana but what are the restrictions if any for black americans? I mean I heard the door was open without restrictions for us to come back home but then someone said that can't be true so can you ask your King/President if there are any restrictions or can I just come? I have a passport but do i need one to come back home? I mean I didn't need one when I left 400 years ago. Do I need to take any kind of medication shots which I don't want to because my faith will keep me safe? Do I need a Visa? And if so why do I need a Visa if I am invited to come back home? Please ask your Leader specifically for me because I am ready to come back home. Of course my first trip would be a visit no less than 10 days or no more than 30 days and then my second trip will be my final trip to stay for good but also ask Him if I can have dual citizenship because I think I would like to or need to visit back here from time to time to vote and other business issues.
Yeah, as you said, you didn't need a passport 400 years ago; because people were taken forcefully away from the continent.
Unfortunately you can't apply that logic to the world we love in today when travelling. The reality is you live in a country where you are already a passport holding citizen. You would travel to Ghana with that passport, for which, you need a Visa to enter the country. Once you are in Ghana, if you choose to stay longer you would need to renew the Visa while you're still in the country. This is an easy process. You can apply for residency when you stay in the country after a period of time or when you get a job/start a business.
You first need to be a resident before you can apply for citizenship. Please refer to the Ministry of Interior and Ghana Immigration for more accurate information on that topic.
Yellow Fever shot is required to enter the country. Some people choose to take anti-malaria medications but it's not mandatory. You can check the travel guidelines that your current country jas issued regarding travel to Ghana.
For now, at the time of my responding to your comment, Ghana's borders are closed indefinitely because of the global crisis we are all in.
@@IvyProsper Where are you in Ghana?
@@daviddavid5916 Greater Accra Region.
@@IvyProsper When can I come do a two week visit with you?
@@IvyProsper Has the ban been lifted? Can I come now or when?
Business opportunities......
What business opportunities???
You ready to take on ALL of that what she said???
I don't see the point in moving there
Couldn't do it 😞
All what the lady explained is very true,thats why doing business in Ghana doesn't work out and living in Ghana is very uncomfortable and expensive.However many male and sometimes even female tourists do not care,because they have just come for some sexual encounters and go back to their various countries.
Sanitation should be IMPORTANT, the government should be Ashamed of itself to let people release themselves in public and especially on the beaches. Thanks for the head up. Why would anyone be stupid to pay rent up front for 2-3 years, I can understand paying a security deposit and to add insult to injury they are charging you in U S dollars. This is a third world developing country and should be happy that People are traveling there for vacation than Europe. It turns my stomach the lack of sanitation and garbage. Will stay put in America.
Why did you move to Ghana if it has all these bad stuff for living?
I do have a different experience in Ghana. My place has a true fibre optic internet and cable tv.
So it all boils down to where you live. My home in Canada does not have fibre optic. They are still doing the installations.
SANATAION!!!! OMG!!!😱😨😥
I was in Ghana this June...The smell was....😢😥😥😥😥😢💔💔
RHELLIM, VATTEN Sorry try Kenya,Botswana, South Africa or Rwanda ,Namibia next time, they’re much nicer and cleaner
I loved Kenya, but it also has its bad parts too. I've seen both. I have not visited the other countries you listed but a friend in South Africa has spoken of the bad too.
THEY GOT EBT THERE ???
What is EBT?
@@IvyProsper
Food stamps
@@islandgirl5382 thanks for letting me know. That's definitely a U.S. thing. We didn't have that in Canada when I lived there and it's definitely not in Ghana.
Anyone who needs food stamps should not be planning to move to Ghana.
No
you make me not want to even vesit Ghana
I wanted to present both sides. Positive and negative. I also did a video on the positive things.
Same could be said of every nation. Don't let that perturb you. There are issues in Ghana. But most of the country is fine. 😊
Africa is pay as you go. If you have your money you get all the trappings of the west. You can avoid most of what she has mentioned.
@@yawadjei9630
" TRUTH TO BE TOLD " thank you !
I 2nd that Sharon!!
So that other couple that has relocated; don't remember their name, had the son on the video.
Her father is Ghanian, they were smiling, telling 3 things you need to do prior to coming.
They are obviously financially comfortable and dont have to worry about what Ivy just stated. They never once mentioned 1 item that she did!
Thanks for sharing your Views 9-3-19
You're welcome.
Even though you had a perfect opportunity in the video... 🦟 respectfully, you forgot to add the "ferocious mosquitoes"..! 😫
None of the things I mentioned are related to animals or insects.
That was never my intention..
@@IvyProsper I understand. But as someone who tried the repat move... the "gangsta mosquitoes" (as I actually call them) are definitely a negative! 😫
That's why I wrote you missed an opportunity to at least mention how pesky, and prevalent they are (ESP. at dawn & dusk) when you had to swat one... 🦟
And that's also why I wrote, respectfully; regardless of your intention. But I forgot to include, thanks for what you did put out! 🙏🏽 It should be helpful for those considering a move... 👍🏽
@@MsLeAnnPatrice I just assumed people are aware of the moquitos considering Public Health departments in other countries typically tell people about the possibility of malaria when they move to Ghana.
I used to have mosquitos harrass me all the time, but over the years, I hardly get mosquito bites now.
@@IvyProsper Well, maybe they're an "Early Years Negative" (faarrr more than a possibility)... but I surely won't be here long enough to find out! ✊🏽
Thanks again for the video! 👍🏽
@@islandgirl5382
I can't get a read your comment... I guess because I didn't (intend to) disagree with you.
My point was just a RESPECTFUL suggestion, because of the negative experience I've had with mosquitoes in Ghana; again, regardless of your intention to mention them or not.
Either way, although I didn't include it in my FIRST reply, I really do think what you presented will be helpful for people considering moving here! 👍🏽
Its lies...
Use MTN internet super fast 💨
20megabytes per second
Fibre optic cable available
4g service
In this video I am primarily speaking about using the Internet data on phones and wifi/dongle devices. MTN Fibre installed in the home is not available everywhere. Only selected places. My friend has it and it works for her area. I inquired and it is not available where I live even though I'm also in the Greater Accra region. The fact is for those who have lived in the U.S., UK, Canada, Europe etc, we see the significant difference in the Internet in Ghana. I want those who are making the decision to move to be aware of the differences they may experience.
Well noted ..
It’s not a lie. Every single thing she noted is the honest truth. The CEO of the country is called Misplaced Priorities
@@IvyProsper you should have also let them know that most of can be avoided to a point although it is the reality of some parts of African cities but there are well organized areas also it all depends on your pocket.
Talk about homophobia in Ghana
You are so elegant & beautiful.
Thank you.
This is really bad.
Yes. It is.
I was there in late 90's and everything sounds the same . Shame .
It's definitely better than the late 90s. I was also there in the late 90s and there is improvement.
Man who the hell would wanna go back to Ghana? Go to Lagos or Johannesburg! Much better quality of living!
The city of Lagos has some of the same issues as experienced in Ghana.
@@IvyProsper I've had family go to Kumasi and once they ate the food they got sick as a dog. Ghana is a cool place but you guys have a very Long way to go before you can bring in those tourists dollars. Those over inflated prices and the fact the plane ticket cost 1000 dollars from the east coast is enough for me to avoid it. And then there is the banking system most American banks won't wire money to foreign countries. If yall ain't got a Bank of America branch over in Ghana then where is your source of income coming from?
@@jjtiojohn12 Bank of America is an American bank
I lived in Canada and there's no Bank of America there either so does that mean Canada doesn't have a way to make money? You statement is very narrow-minded. The U.S. isn't the only country with a banking system.
I send money from Canada to Ghana no problem.
You mentioned Lagos in your last comment, but Nigeria has had many issies when it comes to concerns with fraud as well.
@@IvyProsper but the point I'm trying to make is Lagos is more developed. If you're saying that the water is not drinkable in Ghana then in hindsight it's not livable.
@@jjtiojohn12 There are areas of Ghana that yes, the water is not the best, especially for foreigners not used to it. The exact same goes for Lagos. I have lots of friends from there who have spoken about the poverty and bad sanitation in some areas contrasted with the extreme wealth and development of some areas. It's the same in Ghana.
If you truly want to live in Ghana live among the natives. Ghana is another oil rich misguided kingdom for which you will find out soon enough. If people want to go back to Africa the government of the US should pay one way tickets for all of you to get out of here. You people are being duped by this Africa thing. You not African, you have different language and culture.
People from the U.S. are not the only Black people moving to Ghana or other African countries. I have met Black people from Canada, the U.K., Australia, Jamaica, Holland, Italy, France and Germany who moved to Ghana. So your comment about the U.S. government paying for flights is not relevant to me. People move from one country to another all the time and governments don't pay that cost.
Also you said people are being "duped", please elaborate on your statement. I like to have clarity in conversations.
benavrahamyitzchak WE ARE AFRICAN
dearnegi YOUR ANCESTRY HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH WANTING TO MOVE TO AFRICA
Why do these trolls follow us around. You're supposed to be superior remember, shouldn't you be focus on all the crap happening in America
@@IvyProsper you failed to mention the Europeans, Chinese, Indians. How do they live there??
Soooo don’t move to Ghana then? Lol
The choice is yours.
Ain’t no way in hell would I go to Africa ! Are you kidding me?!
Then don't.
Good