Part 2 - Buying a house in Ghana 🇬🇭- Lessons from Jamaican - UK immigrant to Ghana
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- Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
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In this video we look at what you should look out for before buying a house in Ghana 🇬🇭.
We get tips and lessons from this Jamaican from UK on how she purchased an apartment and lost It and the legal battles that ensued.
Part 1 - Buying a house in Ghana 🇬🇭- Lessons from Jamaican - UK immigrant to Ghana
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Can we get 1k likes on this video please? Leave your thoughts on the video in the comments.
Maan, I'm really scared for your life for bringing out Victims to expose those criminals we have in this country
You're are doing a great job and you deserves more than 1k likes.
You're indeed doing a very good job. Continue exposing those criminals & help put Ghana in a Better shape 💪
Keep pushing.. im a new subscriber to your channel & I think I am loving it.
WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE LADY WHO REFERED HER TO THAT REAL ESTATE
I left my comment about my experience an hour ago, but I can't find it. Do you know what's happened?
Hi, I posted this earlier in the main comment section but I’ll ask again under your pinned post.
Please can Akua name the lady in the U.K. that introduced her to Rehoboth and does events in London? It will be helpful to others, especially people that have attended her event but are unaware.
Why is it that when people come to Ghana and something goes wrong they make it seem as if Ghana is the one that robbed them? while people like you turn their stories into sensational stories?
Sadly, she's spot on about Ghana and Ghanaians. Even when they know the person you're dealing with is dishonest and they have nothing to lose by telling you the truth, they won't tell you. It's not a good look, Ghana. Don't just go to church to ask God for money. Ask God to help you change your ways.
Oh you forgot they label themselves as saint
Kelugu 37-Excellent point cause I dont understand how they go to church and turn around and do the wicked things they do. From my own personal experiences, I have become so distrusting of Ghanaians especially the ones that call themselves Christians.
@@ktay1114 Never trust people base on religion.
Trust people base on their characters. Most
Africans mentioned God name in every second whereas their hearts 💖💖 is trillions Miles away from God.
Trust people base on religion at your own peril.
You'd seen them calling God name in every second and they're wicked more than Satan.
@@johnsonolajide4647 -True and good point.
@@yesohyes9198 no Ghanaian are not labelled themselves as Saint, that nonsense
This lady has handled this ordeal with a lot more grace than i would have. Credit to her.
She has been very strong to go through all this.
I know right. She did well.
Ghana government is asking all diaspora to come to Ghana because they want to scam the diaspro
She is going to be Bless beyond what she invested. Believe me because GOD is Not asleep. Vengeance is Mine saith the Lord, I Will repay. Just watch and wait.
Lots of people have lost their monies with this company. Not safe buying off plan from them.
I almost bought from Rehobooth properties with my mum, and even from the initial stages I could see that they were highly incompetent. They would take their time to reply to my emails and had a generally rude attitude.
In the end we decided to continue our project in the North of Ghana and we are both about to complete. The biggest mistake you can make in Africa is to believe that you won't be cheated because the project manager is your 'friend'. Trust is exploited in Ghana.
Trust is really exploited in Africa. Thanks for sharing.
So what is the government doing about this cos this company is spoiling the repetition of this country in the real estate department sector
Wow, it is good you could avoid those scammers.
@@AfricaBuildingHub but it’s common sense. Just look at the state in Africa! Why I’m earth would you choose to do business there? You’re only to blame
@@nyanflomo6320 Those running the country are more corrupt than this estate developer. Going to them is like jumping from the fry pan into the fire.
I’m here in the US almost in tears! She should write a letter to the president of Ghana! No accountability! $30,000 pounds is not a small amount if you are a salary worker. If it’s me I would take this to the top political leaders!
Stay away from Ghanian own developments. You get better treatment and respect from other nations doing developments in Ghana..we want to support our skin folk. but they only see us $$$. Please forget about supporting Ghanaian businesses too risky..
The president's office is more corrupt than you can imagine.
The so called top politicians are even worse. They are more corrupt than the average Joe.
It's very sad, but these 'Bastards' are everywhere, even in Jamaica where I returned 7 years ago'. They will abuse and
rip you off even with eyes wide open (and common sense applied). They do it as a rule and it can turn you the receiver into an idiot, yes an idiot, by making you feel useless and incompetent with your own funds once they get their greedy hands on your cash. So please do your homework and tread very carefully. 🙏
@@reubenacampbell-mullings450 You are absolutely right.
Some Ghanaians in the diaspora have cut ties because of how their “own family” treated them so I can imagine the worst they can do against “someone else”. My heart bleeds for you. But don’t give up on your dream🙏🏽
Dishonesty is in the DNA of Ghanians.My lawyer advised me to stay away from Rehoboth properties last year when I was about to make $90k payment to their UK rep(Eric) for one of their upcoming properties in Accra.Thank God I listened to him.
Wow. Did your lawyer say why you should not buy their property?
The very reason the lady is having problems with them
If the lawyers licence was suspended by the courts you have every right to post that fact without consulting her or getting her side of the story. Her license was suspended by law and to do that, an investigation must have been had.
This will make people think twice about moving to Ghana. if the government of Ghana wants black people to invest in the country, he's gonna have to put a stop to these people who are taking advantage of foreigners
My mother and I moved to Ghana October 2021 in the hopes to build on the land she purchased. Mind you my mom will be 80 on the 8th of September. We didn’t know anyone who had connections, so it was by word of mouth by a friend of my mother to use her daughter’s foreman boyfriend. I’m the beginning all was going well. So we started the building process in May of 2022. By ending of June, money was being requested almost every other week for material for the house. We’ve never built a house before so we were both in a fog. It is now September and the two bedroom en-suite house is nowhere finished. No roof, windows or doors. The foreman can’t give account of how our money and supplies just vanished. Now we’re stuck. Our lease to the apartment we’re renting expires ending of October. There are nice native Ghanaians but there are a handful that hear your foreign accent or see you’re dressing differently and will prey on you and boldly lie to you in the face. Ghana is beautiful but if you don’t do your thorough research before migrating you will be broke and homeless in no time. I could go on but I don’t want to bore you.
We really appreciate how you shared your experience. Very sorry about everything you and your mom have been through.
Ghana is a nice country but full of crooks. My Ghanaian friend told me from the beginning not to trust people in Ghana and never send money when asked to do so. It is most the time a lie. Don't buy a house off plan. Buy something that has already been built. It is much better but you have to have good friends that will advise you or take you by the end each step of the way. This has happened to people I know who used to send money to their own family members to build for them but at the end of the day either nothing happened as the family ate their money or for another one, they built but occupied the house as if it belonged to them. The saddest thing is that you can't take them to court because they will bribe the court and delay everything.
Wow! Did you keep track of the expenses? Did they provide receipts? Have you contacted the local authorities, new media, or government officials to resolve this issue?
Becky Chronicles-- happy birthday to your mum and hope you have a miraculous ending after this wicked experience
What happened in the end
This lady is spot on. Bring these scammers to the forefront. Once scammers realize they face blasting, negative exposure and loss of credibility towards any future endeavor scammming will be greatly minimized
Thanks for your feedback
This is so true, scammers need to be exposed!
@@AfricaBuildingHub let us know who they are so we can deal with them I’m so sorry fr
Even when they're caught of fraudulent, Scam, since they have money for Bribes
They go away freely at the end of the day like nothing happened unless they're poor. Justice doesn't serve us in this Country. We are living like orphans. The Leaders are not protecting us but rather protecting where they can get some coin
This would not be allowed in Rwanda!! President Kagame does Not Play. Those crooked people would be in jail so fast!!
OMG my sister in London just finish her payment with Rehoboth Properties two months ago in London. I wish I’ve seen this before . Thanks so much for naming this company, because I’m in Ghana and my sister made go to the property before paying them. Hopefully you will get your money back. Kudros to you for being brave. We all need to shame these companies so they won’t dupe other people. You will definitely get your money back❤
My sister thank you soo much, the same company is pushing me to do business with me but because of your case am not interested anymore. Thank you and GOD bless you for sharing
They make it seem like AA are so welcomed when all they see is a dollar sign. We are human beings that work damn hard for our money. I wish Ghana wasn't like this because I really enjoyed my visit there last year. But this video makes me just wanting to keep it on a visit level.
First of all, I would like to say kudos to you. Your story shook me to the core. Am in awe of your bravery. Believe me, you are not the first person to be scammed this way but definitely the first person to out these people. I have watched part 1 and 2. All l can say here is that, please take care of your mental health. You may recover your money but without a stable mind, the money will mean nothing. Sending hugs and prayers and ❤ love.
Thanks for the kind words
This lady is so regal and holds it together so well. There is no way there is not a slow simmer of anger, frustration and sadness just under the skin - but I'm trusting for her favor in getting this resolved. It's been a minute, so I hope that has been. I don't know why I just feel like she's stuck there and after that situation, I wouldn't want to be around that energy - not knowing who to trust, a woman alone in a foreign country. Snakes lying in wait. Please give us an update.
Wow I just came across these videos and I'm shocked and I really feel for this beautiful soul. It's so sad how evil and greedy people can be. I pray that God takes care of all of those crooks real good and that He blesses this young lady with what she needs to be at peace, comfortable and have a happy life! Thank you for posting this so others won't get scammed who are looking to move to Africa like me. For the past 5 months I've been watching so many videos and have been excited about a possible better life in Africa. But I know myself and can't deal with the deception and the fact they over charge you when they know you are American. This whole world is a "Mess", but the good news is I'm a Christian and God has already prepared a "Better" place for me to spend eternity! 🙏🏿
Don't be dismayed..I know its hard not to..unfortunately you have to stay away from Ghanaian own developers..you can decide to stick with skin folk however the probability of getting scammed and dissapointed is extremely high. Customer service and accountability is a scarce commodity in Ghana..Deception and scamming has become a norm..even Christians there are not the same, you have to be very careful. If i was to turn back the hand in time i would have invested in South Africa instead..
@@111pp7 thanks for sharing and the encouragement. I'm going to stick to my initial plan and visit Tanzania. Moving to Africa is not on my plate anymore for now!
This shocking and sad on soooo many levels !!
Happy to see the lady fighting for her right ..... this is what we need.... strong woman
Kindly watch the third part of the video to see how it ends.
Girl! The agent lady in the UK who introduced you to the real estate agent and the lawyer, is the ring leader of this whole scam. I’m so sorry that you are going through this.
Facts.
I came in the comments looking for persons that saw the same thing I saw and its so true right down to the judge was part of the scam
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Sue the lady who introduced you in UK, don’t sue her in Ghana, sue her in Uk, that’s where the verbal agreement began.
As a Ghanian returnee who's been shopping for residential land in Accra since August 2020, I can tell you it's mentally exhausting. Aside from being overpriced, all my Official Land Searches(7 in total) have yielded name results that don't match the name of the seller. In other words, the sellers are fraudsters. What pisses me off is the surveyor's time and Official Searches can range b/w 1500ghs to 2000ghs. So these people, who are knowingly marketing land that's not theirs, are hoping you are stupid enough to hand them money w/o doing a proper search. Not even going to mention the 20 or so other land sites i visited that had more red flags than the country of Turkey and were not worthy of a land search.There are even land developments from established developers who are knowingly selling land that is in dispute in court.
This is the nature of many Ghanians(not all) and this constant repeated experiences can alter your spirit negatively and force one to expect the worse in people. Land is where food is grown, where schools are built to educate our kids, a place for people to rest, where businesses are established and a place of employment. How the hell can't this country get land management right? why? It's Land for gods sake. It's one of the most basic core tenants of a country’s very existence. It's what people point at on a map when they see Ghana. This inability to get Land Management right just further reinforces the notion that the black man is an idiot.
The Bulgarian Embassy was bulldozed recently. Two years ago the Nigerian consulate had the same fate. All done by stupid chiefs and their illiterate henchmen on the basis of uninstantiated claims of land encroachment.
Moving back to Ghana is the equivalent of buying a car with no braking system. The ones who have managed to survive here just know not to drive too fast. Typically these are Ghanians who were brought up abroad and already have extensive travel history to the country. Like myself we already know the pace of things, but the stupidity, selfishness, tardiness, carelessness, and dishonesty can eat your own sole if you are not guided by something bigger than yourself. Like setting up an orphanage or assisting farmers, etc. Mine was my father's health issues.
Sadly its becoming ever clear to me that the core problem is our laxed Democracy. Democracy cannot work with 60% of our population being English illiterate when our entire system is based on English. Shockingly, it's even worse in the local languages(i.e. twi), even though the masses can speak it. In that environment people don't ask enlightened questions, don't challenge the status quo, take the words of corrupt officials at face value and therefore are incapable of implementing DIY solutions that move themselves and society forward. Where there are no red lines drawn on human behavior, madness and lawlessness ensues. No society can function like this. That's the nature of our land management problem.
Sadly, this country is run by foreign forces that can't call Ghana their ancestral home and are happy the way things are. Thanks to our laxed Democracy and unregulated Chieftaincy practices they will continue to dominate this country using their corrupt agents within the political elite and the stool.
Sadly it's going to require blood to be spilt for that power grip to be loosened. Where, how and when that happens is anyone's guess.
@C Smiles- Wow this is nicely articulated!!!
Couldn't have said it better mate
Thanks for your in-depth comment. I am a Black American who visited Ghana for the first time in April 2022. I would like to purchase and develop property there. I’m shell shocked at this point and unsure where to start. Any suggestions are appreciated.
Very troubling indeed when you see things going down exponentially. People in general never ever stop to think that taking something that doesn't belong to you or acquiring something fraudulently can certainly land you in prison and remain on your records because the higher ups, Judges , so called pastors,etc are all corrupt.
@@aprylsims5703 I will say don't rush into Investing loads of money in purchasing a land for now. Wait until you know genuine people who know what to look for when purchasing a land. In the mean time,you can rent whiles you are getting yourself accustomed to the system.
I hope she comes out of this ok
The *30,000 is only part of what she has lost; there’s air fare, lodging, food, taxi fare, etc. it all adds up
Agreed.
her Lawyer is not only stupid but evil
Really really great getting the name out there. They were on my list of developers I was considering….wow…. Thanks so much. That’s Ghanaian society for you… no one says anything and the crime keeps on being perpetuated. It needs to stop we should be our brothers and sisters keeper
Thanks for watching.
This ordeal make me sick,Akua you are one strong spirit. I am a Ghanaian born and raised,now living in the USA and I don’t think this happened to her because she a foreigner,it could happen to anyone.Personally,I apologize on behalf of all honest Ghanaians living home and abroad and I appreciate this video God richly bless you.
God bless you
This video is an eye opener. It teaches people to stay far, far away from Ghana.
I thought that Nigeria was corrupt
Well, in the US it's called CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT with the Lawyer and Judge Inform them OHCHR and everybody involved.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION: If the real estate company has a location in the UK, you should sue them from there because you may be able to get more justice there in terms of compensation for your damages.
They have absolutely no money in the UK.
Last advice, if you must travel back and forth get travel insurance and hire a professional house baby sitter person . Or this organization was started by a sister who wanted to help black women travel cheaply. She does an intense back ground check on all who join her organization. They in turn watch your property with your security system in place and keep the place clean. In return they live free instead of spending a fortune in hotel fees.
I am born Ghanaian and it's so hurting to hear that. Although this Lady has been betrayed, she still stands to Ghana. I will advised her to get her money from the Company in UK. I am so hurt to hear that. I hope our Ghana officials may do something. It's really bad. Please, this is so stupid and hurting and as a Ghanaian born as I said am so hurt. Our Government needs to enforced a law to put stop to such corruptions. Many of us in abroad as born Ghanaian, wish so much that people all over the world visit us and if possible stay with us, as a God fear nation and that. I will wish so much that, all involved in the issue be imprisoned and the company shut down. I hope the Government can do something for you Madame. I commenting from Austria.
Strong woman. As a Ghanaian I am saddened to hear this. Smh
Very sad 😢
Don't Fuck with us Jamaicans. We will pursue shift to the end. Trust me.
Truly appreciated these (2) videos...she was able to share a difficult experience without coming across as bitter...It pains me that she has experienced what sounds like stress related problems in Ghana as so one of the attraction to returning "home" is to be stress free and experience a better quality of life. Please will we be able to find any updates? Is Ghana still a possibility for her..another country? JA? Thank you again🙏
Oh yes. Please stay subscribed for the third part of this video.
Hi, please can Akua name the lady in the U.K. that introduced her to Rehoboth and does events in London? It will be helpful to others, especially people that have attended her event but are unaware.
We need a follow up/update a lot of questions remain unanswered.
Brave woman. What she say its True every where in africa.
I commend this woman, for her upstanding nature. What these deceptive criminals, scammer's did to her is very wrong. May TMHY protect and guide her, cover her always with his blessings! Thanking TMHY for those who have shown, empathy and compassion for her. Also giving thanks TTMHY, for the host of this channel presenting her ordeal to us, may he be blessed!
Corruption greed and deception!
It's important to be upfront about everyone involved. I once met a man who has land for sale and was interviewed on RUclips . He wanted me to give him half the money up front an he'll have the land cleared and a wall built in seven days. He told me not to worry about who owned the land.
How did it end?
Iam so shocked. Akua you are so strong. My parents are Ghanaians and they keep telling to be careful about properties in Ghana.
CT Brown, Infrastructure is not difficult. CTBrown, get a water well or bore hole, set up a water filter, water heater, and bring you a back up generator from US with solar panels. Total cost could vary. $25,000 to $39,000 to $42,000. Put your front roads in and electrical poles in later independent from the government system. Or work as a team with your neighbors. Please remember when folks came to re build America the land they stole, it was a lot of bush. You must start some where!!!’
In my opinion the year of return was a total failure. Measures should have first been put in place to deal with the influx of foreigners into the country. Ghana is a developing nation and not quite there yet to deal with people from different cultures. The country's level of security and infrastructures wasn't and isn't at the level to accommodate foreigners trying to settle. That single initiate by the government is enough to set the country about 20 years back in development. Sorry you had to experience this but am afraid this will keep happening if the right measures ain't put in place to deal with the amount of illegal immigrants moving into the country.
It's a gang thing..The lawyer,her friend who introduced her to the lawyer and the real estate company,the Real Estate company etc....it's a criminal syndicate..
😂😂😂😂 wow
Let's start a gofundme page to show her some love. It is so unbearable to see her through this ordeal. She needs our help even if she is not asking for it.
I’ve tried creating a Gofundme but Ghana is not part of the countries listed.
@@AfricaBuildingHub Can you convince her to create a Gofundme as a UK resident so that you can share it on your platform?
I purchased several properties in East Africa specifically Egypt, Ethiopia, Eritrea and Tanzania. The process was all straight forward and I was made fully aware of the procedures as well as all the legal formalities I had to fulfill. Payment process was all very clear and easy. The idea that someone could commit the type of real estate fraud that they pulled on this poor, unsuspecting woman who just wanted a home to live in is just absolutely shocking and appalling at a national level. In my experience East African countries have a zero tolerance for any form of scams. I only ever had problems with attempting to buying property in West African countries like Ghana and Nigeria. It's sad but that part of the continent is a safe haven for fraudsters and scammers of all types. It's best only to go to the West for a short vacation and invest your money elsewhere intelligently. I hope and pray she gets her money back but I know they will continue to give her the run around.
Thanks for sharing your experience
Glad to hear your experience was positive. What kind of property did you buy in these countries? Did you purchase a house, condo, townhouse, commercial property?
This would not happen in Rwanda the president will not allow it.
Riri, did you buy in your own name or a lawyer or a company. I'm definitely in love with East Africa, Kenya and TZ in particular and hope to buy a retirement property as well.
@@KIR23679 sorry just saw your comment today. I purchased villas with service rooms around them outside and two apartment buildings. The most expensive was in Eritrea which is a beautiful, Italian art deco villa. I purchased two apartment blocks with two of my siblings, one in Egypt and the other Ethiopia. They were more affordable there. I purchased my last property in Tanzania a little over 5 years ago and its a small villa on a large plot of land but I purchased it more for the natural green scenery around it than the actual home. I actually wanted one in Uganda but was shocked and put off with stories of children buried under the homes. I simply could not risk it.
Excellent interview! I’ve watched both parts. I applaud her courage and the sacrifices that she has made and continue to make. I hope she is eventually able to get her money and find peace from this terrible ordeal.
These are the things that the youth of this country should demonstrate about.
Not what they're doing in shades of politics.
She's been through all the stress but she's still looking beautiful. I think Ghana is good for her...may God see her through 🙏🏽
This was an eye-opening video for me, and I have learned a lot. The strength, or at least that which is shown, is admirable. I was thinking about getting a place in some place on the continent, but now I am aware to be extra cautious, if I should decide to move forward. Her openness and honesty are all too rare and much appreciated. Although it has been at her expense, she has saved a lot of people hardship and frustration. It was great to know that through the bad, there were also people of good character offering assistance.
Thanks for your detailed feedback, Checo.
Thanks Africa building hub,;it’s just unfathomable why we Ghanaians sabotage ourselves all the time from moving forward by shooting ourselves in the foot by our attitudes of ripping each other off and not wanting each other’s growth. We fail to see that “persemenkunnya” (me, myself and I) keeps Ghana poor , ,your guest mentioned not having a contact in ghana she could trust was her mistake, but I disagree, I want to add that, having contact or generations of family in ghana whom you think you can rely on and trust is 99% almost always the worst thing you can do ! In fact, family members are usually the worst culprits! Because the reason I say this is, they know there is no-come back (ie you won’t report them or do nothing about their action) because they are family and they also rely heavily on the “I beg o, I beg, please forgive” (using God,s name in vain) and if you fall for it, because it’s a family matter, you get taken “. Big time!!!!!Ghanaians also rely on you’re (returnees, diasporans, visitors) are not there to stay because you’re in the diaspora, you have to go back to work or whatever, OR you ran out of money and have no choice BUT to leave, ..it’s a waiting game for them!,, then when you can’t cope anymore because you’ve simply ran of finances, they laugh all the way to the bank! These tactics include policemen, lawyers, chiefs, authorities and close extended family members hmmmm I could write a book, a bestseller in my case on this subject☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️🤬🤬🤬
THANKS FOR THIS EXPOSURE SAVING LOTS OF SADNESS AND MONEY TO OTHERS
@@coconut5002 there are a lot of good people in Ghana but there are scammer here just like there are everywhere. The fact is our systems have not matured to the point where you could sit about 20 miles away and get something done for you in your absence.
I'm currently building my house here and trust me I make sure that I am around anytime workers go on site or get someone to do that for me.
@@sarforichard4514 but the difference is in other countries you will get the law to get involved. In ghana the law doesn't work meaning lawyers and judges do not do their jobs.
I want to say that I am so sorry what you went through in trying to purchase property in Ghana. The stress and disappointment and pain you had to go through was just awful. May God work out everything for your good .
Amen
Wow!!! it is just unbelievable. I was in the process of getting in contact with a Development company in Ghana the other night, thankfully I stumble across your video. truly is a God send, thank you.
Welcome
Many people are watching and will be totally turned off and will not come to visit or purchase property because of the high corruption in Ghana, this is the third negative deception I have heard RUclips’s bring to the public attention. Why hasn’t the company not been shut down and made accountable. We are all watching the conclusion of this situation.
thanks for watching Angelina!
In Ghana you don’t know how hungry they are over there
If they are hungry then get a real job and don’t scam people!!
Hungry? It's okay to rob and steal someone's life savings? She had to borrow money in shame just to keep fighting this case. If people are so hungry they should stand up and fight for change in their country. Stop electing the wrong people. Stop making excuses for being poor. Everyone has to find their own way somehow.
@@valencia81750 👏🏾🙌🏾
REHOBOTH PROPERTIES LIMITED IS THIS THEM ? I Listen to both parts of your ordeal, you are strong honest diligent insightful patient person, I hope Ghana BECOMES your vision❤
Akua, I'm glad you came out with your story. You are right, the law in a lot of times doesn't hold people accountable. I know of a case involving a house that's been in the court for over 8 years. Some people involved in the case have passed on and the case is still in court. Kudos to you Akua!!! That company is popular. You have actually saved some people from getting duped as well.
Thanks for watching
Thanks for the second part to this heart-wrenching story. I really feel for this Sister, in any building project even here in the USA there can be delays, but what she has experienced from this Company, and from the Attorney is beyond unconscionable. She should receive full restitution, with interest and compensation for loss. Her story should be made public, these interviews are good quality and should be broadcast both Nationally and Internationally not only on Social Media. There are people who are seriously considering investing in Ghana, considering land or home purchase there, so there is a high level of interest in the diaspora, about all the wonderful things that are going on in Ghana. Since the Year of Return, Ghana has received a lot of publicity for the most part good, and the President has promised that returnees from the Diaspora would be given a good welcome, and encouraged to get involved in the social and financial fabric of the Nation. I cannot believe that the entire Construction and Legal Sector in Ghana, could be so corrupt, but it is always the bad apples that spoil it for everyone else. So the Bad players need to be exposed, and the good Construction Companies and Legal Services need to be promoted and celebrated.
Thanks for your detailed feedback, Anthony
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I feel your pain." I honestly don't know nowhere to trust." I think Akua is right about everything that she said. I was born and raised in Ghana Sometimes its difficult to know what is right or wrong, who is on your side and whether they are telling you the truth. Accountability, is very low. And you need a third eye 👁 👀 and the universe on your side to stick to your own principles of honesty. That's a tall order. There are too many examples of the sorts where foreigners or even Ghanaians living overseas were not treated fairly. Until everyone in Ghana start doing right thing and be honest, there is no point calling people to come to Ghana. Only to face such raw deals. It should be a one way commitment from Ghanaians to visitors and a demand to be kind to foreigners. Irrespective!
I just learned to leave Ghana to Ghanaians. What a mess.
As a Ghanian its a shame to hear that, this has been going on for decades and the government is not doing anything, even the court seem like they are supporting the criminals. this needs to change.
You are an amazing lady. I wish you the very best. You deserve it. God bless you.
Madame the law works in ghana. You just happened to deal with the wrong company. I feel your pain.
Thanks for your feedback.
Take them to court in the UK they are all in it together. Sue them for everything they got .
This is the fact about Ghana, and this is not only in the real estate it everywhere and where ever you go people will steal your money, cheat you and the whole lots. The level of corruption and deception is so huge. It sad and a shame, and mind you I AM A GHANAIAN LEAVING OUTSIDE.
my boss bought a house at their Ghana flag site at Oyarifa and made it clear they are not honest people to deal with.
Rehoboth = "The Lord has given us room and we will flourish in the land"
Unbelievable!
This is making me rethink! This happens in Jamaica too but not to this extent. Much more straight forward
The difference is that in Jamaica the legal system works.
Again, I was planning to sell our home in Florida and purchase in Ghana next year. This is sad to hear and I'm having second thoughts. I think I would've ended up in Jail.
😂😂😂😂😂😂
Just be careful sir.
DeSantis protects you more than Ghanaian leaders.
So true Warrior 1 we need to start a movement and membership and organization to stop this crap by pulling our money and resources together to stop and shut down this kind of crime.
Thousands of us are coming. We all need protection.
The crazy thing if these people would just do stuff the right way they would make millions of USA dollars because so many of us want to come home. Foolishness!!!!!!!
90% of the lawyers are the same (suspended licence or not)
I think she should have gotten the CID to arrest the real estate people and filed a criminal case. Once they are put in cells they have pay bail in order to be release but then they will would rather pay you than to be re-arrested. So in simpler terms police>arrest>Court
I have a case in court in Ghana since 2007!!!!! Over a piece of land that an enemy of progress called a ‘chief’ stopped me from improving the lives of the locals ! I was even registered as an investor in Ghana! Got the certificates to prove it! I sold my 3 bedroom house here in the UK to go back to Ghana to make a change!!!!!!!! Yes, I am a Ghanaian born and bred!!!!! I lost everything and stilll paying court fees And as for the lawyers 🤬🤯🤬🤬🤬😡. 15 years later, I am still in court! Where in the whole world can this be allowed to happen?? Court case ongoing 15 years! I am soo disgusted to be a Ghanaian! I am ashamed to even tell people here in the UK that I am from there! Sad story, after sad Story! F:.........g disgusting,,,,,, then we call ourselves christians💪🏾💪🏻💪🏻🤯🤯🤯🤬
Oh my!!!! So sorry about your experience.
So sorry for your experience. Many of us have made similar mistakes unknowingly and in good faith. As West Africans, we need to put the life jacket on ourselves before we can save others. And we must be clear on if those that need saving, agree with how that might be.
@@Nyny.1000 thank you Ny for your comment, you are soo spot on. As West Africans, especially Ghanaians, our culture of forgiveness and love of the extended family systems doesn’t help us, it’s a mindset we were brought up with and unfortunately this leads us to trust too much, we then up walking into other peoples pre-planned hidden agendas. it’s such a shame.
this is beyond disgusting! The karma waiting for these people will be unlike anything they’ve ever experienced before. 15 years or pain and suffering is unacceptable.
@@KIR23679 totally! The mind boggles,15 yrs in court! No matter how you look at it, you can’t fathom it out!
This Lady is powerful ❤️
Thank you for this Part 2. I hope you are able to continue to documenting her journey.
I am glad you are speaking up about these corrupt practices in Ghana. It seems laws don't work. The courts only send the poorest in the country to prisons.
Thanks for watching
You're right.. I once took a case
to the police & after the police discovered I won't be able to bribed them with their expected amount of money, the next day when I went back to the station, Trust me, the police never followed up the case again even after paying for complainant fee.. They sudden shutdown the case like nothing happened, made the case a foolish case as it says, I felt broken inside & had no choice but to let it & dealth with it in a revengeful way.. Everything in Ghana is about money.. from the poor to the rich. Justice doesn't serve anybody in this country. Such a Tuff Corrupt country. WORST thing abt it is, Everybody is mute abt it
@@aquarianangel8846 You are absolutely right. I may be wrong, but I think people are afraid to speak out publicly and name and shame because if you dare speak , they will come after you in a horrific way. Some won't mind going to the extent of eliminating you.
This is the unfortunate part of Africa's legal and government oversight on this issues. African cannot move forward without having stringent legal oversight especially people are doing this to our own kind!
I deeply sympathise with her story and her journey in Ghana, it makes perfect sense to conduct a thorough research particularly when embarking on a project like hers. It has been an absolute eye opening for me. I sincerely hope she will have a better outcome overall.
All this romanticism about Africa, I have a friend who is AA and he purchased his land over 20 years ago. He still in the court's fighting for his land.
WOW 😲 20 years ? That's too much man
He legally purchased it in Ghana came back to America. While away, his care taker said he was dead and tried to sell his land.
Especially Ghana they act saint but rub you.
@@barrysimmons6495 Now that's some demonic care taker for that matter... I hope he gets back his Land
@@aquarianangel8846 I hope so too, but he is a personal friend but often times he's very hard headed and stubborn.
I suggest that you would look at this as an individual who would not want this kind of conduct to go on as a Citizen who loves his country and should demand the best character of the people
Hope the lady gets her money back. She represented and PRESENTED herself very well. Also, these type incidents of DISHONESTY and DECEPTION perpetrated against people originally of Continental Africa's Origin prior to European African Slavery can have ZERO SYMPATHY for when they read and HEAR how most countries in Africa are AND have been EXPLOITED in the past causing POVERTY to RUN "RAMPANT" with the people as a whole SUFFERING. It is just unfortunate in so many ways. After all, it is just $50,000 or so when they say that Ghana HAS vast oil reserves that will PROBABLY get stolen from them, "AS" intelligent "Shysters" are running SCAMS on "HONEST" people trying to connect to and be RESPECTFUL of the countries in Africa through making real estate purchases. Not coming in and TAKING OVER land and putting up WALLS protected by armed Artillery men to keep the natives out. Then she is a LADY not there to mess over the women.
Please take your time and rest.
There are many caring people in Ghana.
Sadly, it seems as if the corrupt people outnumber the sincere people, but that is not true.
Your heart will continue to guide you.
Thanks for your comment
So my guess was right i.e the developper was Rehoboth. I couldn't name them as she didn't in the first video.
Three times I considered buying from them but we ended up going for something else.
My friend went ahead and invested in a 3 bed flat with them last year. It is now past the delivery date and he has neither his money or the flat and they keep promising it will be ready in a few months, etc.
He is planning to take legal action but not sure that will work.
I think part of the problem is that developers in Ghana can't get cheap financing from banks so they end up relying on investors money to fund the project. If the money is delayed or not Forth coming, the whole project can fail or stall. Then those who have paid end up being delayed or lose their money.
I hope Akua recovers what's hers and I wish the government will maybe step in to help rehoboth finish off the development, as it will be good for Ghana and investors alike.
Ponzi scheme
Thanks for your wisdom shared, African mindset series.
African Mindset Series- interesting point
My Sister, I am most sorry for the experience you have had. Fight on for your justice. You are so eloquent and assured in your manner of speaking. Do not give up. I love the fact that you are doing this also to help prevent similar things happening to others! That is also a key element!!
...And did I mention how beautiful you are! A luta...!
So, I have read through many previous comments!!😄
My Brothers and Sisters, please sympathize with our Sister here, for her encounter and we will all hope that she gets her money back....BUT please, please do not make the crucial error in thinking or saying: Ghanaians are this or that!
The same happens in any country you are building in. Any generalization like that is harmful and very dangerous. Happens in Jamaica, Nigeria, USA,.....
An absentee home builder runs the risk of being scoundreled by dishonest workmen...who are seeking to milk as much as they can from us ....in the UK and USA especially. To be sure, it happens all over.
I once gave a truck driver $10kJ for a load of dirt and headed back to the US. Never saw the dirt and never saw him again but once. But I could not generalize. If a said: 'Jamaicans are rats,' I would be vilifying myself and others too.
Just be cautious and research and have feet on the ground. They should never try to cheat people out of their hard earned money, but we cannot vilify a nation of our brothers and sisters for a few.....even some hundreds.
Thank you young Sister who is Ghanaian and offered an apology to our Sister. Fight and do not give up.😄
One thing, in my humble opinion it is vital to get a good lawyer before you sign any contract and before you part with your hard earned money. My building is going up right now, and I get pictures sent to me each week showing the progress. I have been to the site on two different occasions and I have met with my lawyer. Ghana law is very complex, which is why you need a “good “ lawyer to explain it to you.
I visited Ghana in 2018, I loved the country and taught it would be a beautiful place to retire, after listening to her story, i realize that the legal system is flawed, the court should have been more sensitive, in ensuring things are done in a timely manner. Fraud is privalent in Ghana because the legal system is flawed, the judical system is there to ensure accountability. I am now looking at Florida or Jamaica where i have options for recourse.
Haha...Ghana is a good place when you understand how the system works...
@@basketballgh Do you mean when you understand how the corruption works?🤨🙄
@@Never2Late2Change can you totally eradicate corruption in Africa??..just learn how the system works so you're not a victim cus Africa is not Europe.Ignore this warning at your own peril.
I am so sorry Akua that you are going through this nonsense. I just keep shaking my head and sighing. This is something that can affect your health. I must say you are a strong woman and you seem to have remained so calm.
It certainly does because it is never ending.
I WANT TO THANK YOU FOR DOING THIS CAUSE IT HAS OPEN MY EYES AND EDUCATED ME ON THE PEOPLE OVER THERE & NOT TO TRUST NOBODY THAT I DON'T DO ANYWAY WITH MY MONEY 💰💰💰.
The problem is they gonna rename the company 🙄
Facts!!!
Their own Govn Director-General of State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) was on charges of land fraud back in 2015 in PramPram.
She needs more exposure.
Please watch the third part of the video and kindly share so she gets more exposure
This is really Sad. Keep pressing and you will definitely get your money. You look beautiful and way better from the first video btw. We Thank God he is looking after you 🙏🏽
Don’t leave Ghana. It is your homeland for sure. God will make a way and a new home for you. Blessed you are 🙏🏽
I’m not from Ghana but I love Ghana. Our President was married to a Ghanaian who looked after us very well till she died. So we are One after all.
Thank you for exposing all of this. You have helped many people by talking about this.
Thank you for watching
Will there be a part 3 once the process is done. You could do a video talking about her final overall assessment of her situation. Also would like to know how she’s doing now
She’s doing well. I will consider your feedback. Cheers.
That was my question as well. Would love to follow this story. It feels like a sad documentary.
It would have been nice to know the names of the ladies who gave the recommendations. Just to make other people cautious if they are dealing with them as well. What do you guys think?
I’ve asked the same question under part 1 and 2. Under the normal comment section and the pinned comment.
*Things* *Happening* *In* *Ghana* *Is* *Just* *Terrible* !!!.. *NOTHING* *Absolutely* *NOTHING* *Is* *Working* *In* *This* *Country* !!! *Everything* *Is* *About* *Money* *Money* *Money* *&* *People* *Goes* *Away* *Freely* *With* *Crime* .. *I* *Cant* *Imagine* *How* *Many* *People* *Have* *Gone* *Through* *Similar* *Situation* *It's* *Just* *A* *Shame* *&* *SICK* !!
Milton Keynes is neither easier, l rented apartment from citystay apartment,l left the apartment and till this day never got my deposit back .Never ending stories all the time .
Wow. Sorry about that, Kwesi.
@@AfricaBuildingHub Thank you . Not your fault though.
As an Indian in Ghana for several years. When money matters are concerned Blacks should seek Indian HELP. Yesho, Indians know the crooks and deceptive practices by Ghanaians in all walks of life. It is heart breaking that one has to endure innocently the scrupulousness of persons in Ghana or elsewhere. Even you own FAMILY will trick or steal from you with the consent of your mother. Tell me about it. DO not part with money or set up an "escrow" account in the bank as part of the contracts. Thank you for sharing
The Lord is your strength madam, ...trust in Him more and He will fight for you. And be assured of victory !!
Sincerely I’m proud of you sister, how I wish I have a place to bless you with in honor of our great country Ghana.. please never lose hope. We are behind you ..
Thanks for the kind words
I can relate i lost all my life savings and my health was affected by it but there is a God they will pay for their wickedness
Oh sorry to hear that
Please be careful going to property events. There’s one in London called the Ghana Property & Lifestyle event. Developer that I’m in a current dispute in court called Earlbeam Realty are selling properties there 🙄
The organisers don’t do due diligence or vetting processes before inviting developers to their stands.
Hey Augustina. Sorry about your experiences. Would you be ok sharing it on an interview?
@@AfricaBuildingHub Hopefully the case will be closing early 2023 so I’ll be able to share a complete overview.
All the best with the case.
She is a strong & beautiful woman. It saddens me to see what she is going through. Keep exposing their Ponzi scheme.
Thanks for watching
Very articulate as well
This is so discouraging. I'm divided between relocating to Africa, central America or Europe. I know there is corruption everywhere but it seems in these developing countries it's just unbearable
Avoid the developing world. Why do you think the people who are ALREADY there are trying their hardest to leave?
@@BePatient888 truth
Noooooooo!!! I am beyond furious with this case. We need to get this in front of the President and every official right away. Enough is enough of being nice. It's time to go to war.
It is not the President's job to get involved in civil cases. That would be a gross overreach of power
What do you think will happen if the Leaders in Parliament are involved in all this BS ?
@@tvs9978 The economy is already in crisis & The president is not even doing job so let's just not bother about him. I think the major question is who can we trust to fix this B-shit in this god forsaken country called Ghana ?
@@aquarianangel8846 I feel bad for anyone involved. I pray their days are better than the ones ahead. Game time is over!
what i am also trying to get is ... the lady that connected her to the real estate company .. also to a degree connected her to the lawyer??? Very scary .... as much as she is saying that lady didn't know the real estate guys would do that .. its very alarming . It makes me wary to trust anyone with this kind of project. . even with due diligence being done
In the first interview, I knew it was Rehoboth property. I strongly believe they have gotten greedy and they are not accountable for their actions. They collected her money upfront but are paying her in small installments. I will let all my family members know they should not go near Rehoboth at all. I am glad I have not done any business with them. I will advise when you get your money, look into going to Rwanda because life is much better over there than Ghana. Please do your research there and reach out to Mama Imakus when you decide to look into Rwanda because she was in Ghana and packed all her things and left. Also get in touch with the unapologetic Nomads when you look into them.
Thanks bebree for your feedback
@@AfricaBuildingHub "bebree"😂😂😂
Good show!!!! Bro, I have always thought of that Country Rwanda. Law enforcement is superb. You can't messed up in that country. It's not a joke there. Law and order works than any country in Africa. You would feel really at home
Americans!!!! I warn you don't be too excited going to buy property in Ghana. Law doesn't matter. Go to Wyoming Ms AL there are vast stretch of land and invest your life savings. You will never regret. Akuffo Addo is an eloquent speaker. Don't be carried by his speeches.
This so heartbreaking, Akua! The most painful part is the judicial system that does not help serve justice when it comes to these atrocities. Unfortunately, it is an ALL-African syndrome. They do it to us that are living together with them here as well. Just that, they are a bit more harsh and inconsiderate on people from diaspora because, the mindset is that, you have a lot of money. I wish you met someone genuine to guide you aright. The rule of thumb is, until YOU (not even someone you know) open the apartment and walk into it before you make financial commitment. If it is land, be ready to start work once you have taken your time to do all findings, verifications and paperwork.
My question: was it not possible to initiate a legal action with their firm /office in the UK?
My own brother whom I put in charge of my project conspired with workers on my building to sell some of the building materials at half the cost to outsiders. This was even better. Some family members snap the photos of other people's building to deceive their kinsmen in diaspora who send money for projects. YES, it can be that bad even with family.
The rule that guides my heart:
I don't offer money I can't let go if the worst happen (unless I have what it bought in my possession). 80% was too much for just a plan document and workers on site. I don't blame you because you never knew.
But trust me, whatever happiness that made you decide to relocate in Ghana, you will find it. The people are amazing and I have no doubt you will be fully accepted and adapt. That handful bad-egg individuals don't define what Ghana or Africa in general truly is.
Interesting story unfortunately she probably won’t get her money back. I spent 6 months in Accra Ghana and I am glad that I was just a visitor. I will go back to visit any day but I would never trust anyone to through with purchasing a house. As an outsider they will look at you with money signs in their eyes and if they can scam you they will. Even if your the same shade as they are they don’t care your their next meal ticket. She should take her loss and move on. This is super sad but a great life lesson.
Thank God you are naming them so that people will be held accountable