A Ghanaian teacher talks about her struggles after taking out a loan of GH¢46,000 to move to the US.
Boateng, a teacher from Ghana, has talked candidly about the personal and financial hardships he has encountered since moving to the US in pursuit of better prospects.
During an interview with Umaru Sanda Amadu on Eyewitness News’ Point Blank segment on Monday, September 22, Boateng disclosed that a bank loan played a major role in funding his trip overseas, with additional assistance from friends.
“I took a loan from the bank, and a few friends also assisted. I applied for GH¢50,000, and they ended up giving me GH¢46,000. I told them I wanted to complete my project, and I had evidence of the project, so they gave me the money,” he disclosed.
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Despite securing the funds and making the move, Boateng admitted that the reality of life in the US has been far more difficult than he anticipated, especially in the early stages.
“Coming to stay for 60 days without working is not normal. I have to apply for my temporary work permit, and it will take me at least three months before I get that. For now, I am living on the pocket of my friends. My money is finished,” he explained.
To survive while waiting for his work authorization, Boateng revealed that he has been relying on temporary jobs at a Ghanaian-owned restaurant.
“As I wait for my temporary work permit, I have been working at a Ghanaian restaurant, where I clean, mop the floor and others,” he said.
Boateng’s experience sheds light on the harsh reality that many Ghanaian professionals endure when they risk money to pursue chances overseas only to encounter survival and adjustment issues once they get there.
