Netherlands Woman Quits Her Job, Relocates to Ghana to Hustle
- A woman from the Netherlands quit her job in June 2025 and relocated to Ghana without having any concrete plans
- The Dutch lady said she moved to Ghana in search of job opportunities to extend her stay in the country
- Her story trended on social media as Ghanaians shared mixed reactions online to her bold decision to start over
A 26-year-old woman from the Netherlands has caused a stir on social media after she explained how she took a bold step to leave her job and life behind to start over in Ghana.
Source: Twitter
In a video trending online, the woman, who introduced herself as Amber, said she made the spontaneous decision to quit her job in June 2025 and fly down to Accra with no plan.
According to her, she did not have concrete plans on how she would navigate her way in the country, but she just had to take such a risk. She just had to leave the Netherlands, even without a plan for her life.
She stated that she did not have a job lined up or contacts waiting for her, but she was willing to take the risk in pursuit of a new life experience.
The Dutch lady shared how she is now on a mission to secure employment in Ghana, which will allow her to stay longer in the country. She plans to explore both the formal job market and entrepreneurial opportunities.
In her words:
"Last June, I decided to quit my job in the Netherlands and move to Ghana without a plan, in hopes of finding a job here so I can stay a bit longer."
Kofi Mensah, an electrician and part-time Bolt driver in Ashaiman, Greater Accra, spoke to YEN.com.gh about his thoughts on Amber's decision. He also shared the conditions under which he would consider making a similar move—quitting his jobs to relocate abroad without a concrete plan or family support.
In his words:
“Ei! The lady is brave o. Me I dey respect am. To leave Europe and come here without job or family? That one dier e be serious risk. But maybe she’s searching for peace or something different. Ghana fit be hard, but we get vibe and freedom small."
“As for me, I no go lie — if I get chance to go Germany or Canada, I go go. But not just like that without any plan. I fit go if I get work contract or scholarship. Because here, even with skill, things hard. So I understand why some people dey try leave, just like she try come here.”
Watch the video here:
Ghanaian in Netherlands Shares Struggles and Freedom
In an exclusive interaction with YEN.com.gh, Mary Konamah, a Ghanaian living in the Netherlands, shared her candid thoughts about life abroad compared to Ghana, highlighting both the opportunities and the struggles she has personally experienced.
She explained:
"I understand her, life in Europe is not for the weak. Aside their system and economy being better than Ghana, there is much more freedom in Ghana. The weather here, the loneliness and also settling here is not easy."
Obroni woman hawks plantain chips in Accra
In a similar event, a white woman who recently moved to Ghana took to the streets of Accra to hawk plantain chips.
In a TikTok video, she is seen struggling to balance a tray of chips on her head after switching places with a local female street hawker. The experience left her impressed by the hard work and technique street vendors use daily.
Source: TikTok
She praised the resilience of the women and encouraged others to try it out to understand the skill involved.
"This was very tricky. The locals were all cheering me on. I have such respect for the amazing women who do this every day and with such heavy loads. To discover the science behind this awesome skill," she said.
Watch the hilarious moment below:
Reactions to Netherlands woman's relocation to Ghana
YEN.com.gh collected reactions from Ghanaians who watched the video on X. Some of the comments are below.
@1DangerousWorld said:
"Leftist liberal women and stupidity."
@SamTuga44 wrote:
"Eiiiii who advised her. These people dey see Ghana like that?"
@DanK_2022 commented:
"This is the most wonderful thing I have heard this year."
@Is_me02 said:
"Job? Welcome to the Unemployed Society."
@Abrantielove wrote:
"She will soon get a job. While Ghanaians in the Netherlands are struggling for work."
Obroni in Ghana advises on relocation
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that a European man living in Ghana has advised African youths against relocating abroad for greener pastures.
The man, originally from Denmark, said many young people had offered him large sums to help them move to Europe.
He argued that life in Europe is not as easy as perceived and urged Africans to invest in businesses locally instead.
Source: YEN.com.gh
