Ghanaian Man In The Netherlands Says He Earns Over GH¢53K Monthly As A Truck Driver

• Ghanaian Henry Jackson, now residing in the Netherlands, shared insights on his lucrative career as a truck driver, earning nearly €4,000 (GH¢53,305 ) monthly
• Henry Jackson said the job was flexible, and he could choose his working hours and earn extra through overtime
• He added that proficiency in Dutch is not required for truck driving in the Netherlands, making it accessible to non-Dutch speakers

Henry Jackson, a Ghanaian in the Netherlands, shared his monthly earnings as a truck driver.

According to him, the job is also flexible, allowing him to choose his working hours and earn extra through overtime or night shifts.

In an interview with DJ Nyaami on SVTV Africa, Henry said he makes €4,000 (GH¢ 53,305) monthly as a truck driver.

He explained that his monthly earnings are between €2,900 (GH¢ 38,648) and €3,000 (GH¢ 39,981) without overtime. However, he does overtime almost every day and that brings his monthly salary to €4000 (GH¢53,305) — €3,600 (GH¢47,970) after taxes.

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Few Ghanaians drive trucks in the Netherlands

Henry stated that despite the job's high-income potential, many Ghanaians are deterred by the perceived requirements.

Contrary to common belief, Henry clarified that being a truck driver in the Netherlands doesn't necessitate proficiency in Dutch. He noted that English is widely spoken and accepted as a second language, making it accessible for non-Dutch speakers.

In addressing the trend of young Ghanaians seeking opportunities abroad, Henry urged them to recognise the potential within Ghana itself. He highlighted the availability of opportunities domestically and abroad, suggesting that success is attainable with determination and hard work, regardless of location.

Ghanaian truck owner says he once made $12.5K in three days as a truck driver

Meanwhile, a Ghanaian truck driver, David Appertey, is thriving in the US with four trucks, making the business highly profitable since 2018.

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He recounted earning $12,500 in just three days for hauling pallets across states, emphasising the lucrative opportunities available in the industry.

Starting with a single-axle truck, Appertey said he quickly expanded his fleet, finding that even in slower weeks, he could still take home around $5,000 after expenses.

Source: YEN.com.gh