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A video of a young Ghanaian lady sharing her experiences of living in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has triggered reactions onlineThis comes after she confessed that life in the Gulf country was not rosy and proceeded to detail the things she hopes will changeNetizens who took to the comment section of the video shared varied opinions on the concerns raised by the ladyGhana’s top stories, now easier to find. Discover our new search feature!A young Ghanaian lady, who relocated to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in search of a better life, has shared her experiences in the Gulf country.A TikTok clip that has since gone viral shows the lady identified as Dinah being asked for her thoughts on living in Dubai, to which she simply responded, “It is very bad.”A Ghanaian lady who relocated to UAE opens up on life in the Gulf country.
Photo credit: @thephenomenalirene/TikTokSource: TikTokPressed by the interviewer to expand on her answer, the 24-year-old, who has been living in Dubai for five years, explained that she has been jostling between jobs since her arrival.Read alsoS3fa gets vulnerable, weeps as she reflects on dealing with fameUpon arrival, she first worked as a housemaid. After quitting, she worked as a cleaner for several years and now works as a receptionist.CHECK OUT: Your Opinion Matters — Tell Us How Yen Can Improve and Win Access To The Copywriting Course for Free.“Here in Dubai, things are very difficult. Sometimes when you lose your job, visa acquisition and where to stay become problems. Sometimes I even lock myself up and cry,” she stated.When asked if there were certain things she would want to see changed in the country, the young lady, without hesitation, said that she would want to ensure easy access to jobs for Africans.Ghanaian lady relocates to the UAE, shares her concerns on life in the country.
Photo credit: @Getty ImagesSource: Getty Images“Sometimes you hardly get a job. You would have to pay money to an agent, and they will not give you the job. So for me, finding a job should be easier. Any job you want to find, you should be able to find it easily. And the salary should also be paid.”At the time of writing this report, the video had racked up over 25,000 likes and 500 comments.Read also’Shut your mouth’: Low-paid women still waiting for their #MeTooWatch the video below: Reactions to Ghanaian lady’s experience in DubaiNetizens who thronged the comments section of the post shared varied opinions on living in the UAE. Others also admonished her to consider returning home if she found her current life in the Gulf country unbearable.Ras Kobby commented:“All I can say is I like this young lady and her bravery. Not every lady can stand what she’s facing in a country with no family and friends. I wish her all the best.”Hi Freddie stated:“One of our own. We love you, Dinah. Don’t give up, it shall be well. Sending you a virtual hug.”Zaki Quayson asked:“So when will I meet some of these content creators to share my story?”Nana Opoku advised:“They’re watching you. The country is bad, but you’re still there working. Don’t let them come after you.”Read alsoAmerican lady quits job, moves to Ghana to start shea butter business, video sparks reactionsKwamelyttle08 added:“We shall cry today, but we’ll go home victorious in Jesus’ name. Amen. Shall we all win together? I need a relationship. Let’s chat.”Ghanaian man ends up homeless in DubaiEarlier, YEN.com.gh reported that a Ghanaian man currently living in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) opened up about being homeless in Dubai.In a video on TikTok, the middle-aged Ghanaian indicated that he sleeps behind a flowerpot at the bus station along with some of his Ghanaian friends.He, however, stated that he has no plans to return home.CHECK OUT: Help Us Grow and Get Rewarded! Share Your Thoughts About Yen.com.gh and Unlock A Copywriting Course In A Giveaway. Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh. Source: YEN.com.gh