LIVING IN GHANA | THE REALITY OF BUILDING IN GHANA | Moved from UK to Accra

Kingsley and Crystal moved from the UK to Ghana this year and have started. They are now building a house in Accra and In this video we discuss the cost of land in Ghana, building a house in Ghana, living off grid, why they decided to choose Ghana to live in and more.
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00:00 - 00:54 Intro
00:54 - 2:10 Why they moved to Ghana from the UK
2:50 - 3:26 How long has the build taken so far?
3:26 - 6:05 Buying Land in Accra process
6:05 -7:06 Entrance way / Sky Light Bad experience
7:06 - 8:01 Architecture
8:01 - 8:58 Living Room & Ghana Made Tiles
8:58 - Kitchen + Cost of Doors
14:00 Electric in the House 18:00 Price for electrical equipment
20:00 Guest bedroom
20:58 Burglar bars
22:10 Are the security bars on the windows truly necessary?
22:57 Ghana vs Nigeria
25:05 Guest bathroom
25:20 2nd floor and when they will move in
26:40 Primary Bedroom
28:22 Balcony
28:40 Rooftop terrace
29:48 How their water system works
33:19 UK occupations
35:00 Water system pt2
42:03 Windows
44:12 Plan for farming, pool, staff accommodation & garden area
48:12 Would they recommend returning and building a home to others?
50:09 How has the experience been since they have returned?
51:41 Septic tank

[@kingstal90]

Hi Vanessa. It was really great to meet you and your husband in the flesh. Myself and Crystal have been your subscribers for a very long time so this was a good experience indeed. Love the Drone Footage, really awesome. Great collaboration and we must surely do it again in the future. Bless

[@Tsiyon11]

Great to see you here, family. Hope you are well. Blessings to you and your family 🌸🌺🤗

[@kingstal90]

@@Tsiyon11 Thanks

[@albertwillson5408]

i think there is a big culture different between Ghana and nigeria

[@Africantoothfairy]

Wonderful video Asher. Thank you for willingly sharing all this knowledge with us through this video. Beautiful land and home. I've subscribed to your channel and cannot wait to see the final result

[@kenograham2927]

Great house, watching from the States.

[@theasvtperspective8950]

this woman has what i call a super husband. superman is a fantasy, this guy is real. He knows everything about everything to keep his family protected, secure and comfortable in the best way possible. I am inspired to have listened to him explain this whole process. wow i am so proud you are African showing us that we can all do it with due deligence

[@kingsolomon6074]

The man also has "a super wife". They complement each other.

[@bgsonsthriving.]

@@kingsolomon6074 facts super woman

[@tinalajoy3290]

Yes, very knowledgeable and capable. Quite a big project and very nicely done. I will go to their channel to see the finished home. It is grand.

[@dxwallace55]

He has no reservations about calling out who does good work and who does bad work. If he ever needed to, he could start a consulting business with his Uncle to work with people moving to and building in Ghana.

[@VADJEI37]

I wish this guy will set up a consultancy on all what is going on, electricity, water etc. Wow I'm just blown away. This video could have been an hour and I would still watch. Good stuff Vanessa

[@denniscasely-hayford3245]

If you watch his channel religiously like I do, you would know that he intends to create a consulting firm at some point.

[@BILLIONAIREGH]

@@denniscasely-hayford3245 what is the name of his channel?

[@kingstal90]

@@BILLIONAIREGH - Asher and Gad

[@BILLIONAIREGH]

@@kingstal90 Thanks

[@lindaofori3914]

Very good idea, I will need his expertise on my project.

[@The_Mr_Mo]

I’m super impressed by how knowledgeable the husband is. He seems to know just enough about everything going on with the house, Solid guy !

[@VanessaKanbi]

Thanks for watching :) What do you think of the longer format?

[@completewoman7844]

Hi, this couple had a lot of relevant information to give,so it didn't seem long, lots to show and for us to learn from. My husband and I are also building un Ghana, from london never even been to see the land yet we have finished our foundation, hoping to come early next year after the first floor is finished!

[@nanaagyemang8189]

It was very informative! Thank you.

[@armadmcgill4696]

It was great I'm going to build my house just like his

[@armadmcgill4696]

Love it

[@scatmanz2496]

Impressive.

[@proyouservicesltd3652]

His wife is so sweet, she is from my region of Nigeria. If you ask an electrical engineer to talk about electricity he is likely to bombard you with so much technical information your eyes would glaze over. But Asher really tries to explain it in layman's terms.

[@iTuber012]

I loved how honest the man was about all the issues Ghana has with professional services. There's still work to be done even with all the great progress Ghana is making in developing.

[@specialk4455]

Yes my dear, I am happy he made this point as c well. We are building in Koforidua and I tell you. This price change, this work is shabby, ..."I can do the work", "no problem", etc,etc and all I can see is money going from our hands and money coming into there hands. It's a BIG issue.. Sadly the moment these "professionals " know you are living abroad they find ways to scheme you.. It's imperative to have someone you trust to help you with this project .... nice video

[@normajanedehoag3432]

My fiancée was in Ghana for three years . He is a dr Hubert Hernandez

[@Crob100]

This house is grand. So grand, I would've gone with double entry doors 😊. I hope this man opens his own consulting business and an electrical school. I appreciate their honesty. So many gloss over the truth when it comes to challenges in Africa. Great job couple!

[@lewistons9309]

I just love to hear Vanessa speak: Slowly clearly and deliberately . This guy is a fountain of wisdom. When I come to Ghana this is the man I want to meet.

[@mixedheritagepress]

Wow, another brave couple making it happen... I'm also a Nigerian (Polish/Nigerian), married to a Ghanaian, living in England but considering a move to Ghana. You guys make it look doable... Vanessa, thanks for another great video. Nothing is impossible it seems. :)

[@SM-mm3kg]

Plan plan plan…it is doable.

[@BILLIONAIREGH]

Every week someone is making the move 🔥

[@mixedheritagepress]

@@BILLIONAIREGH I might join the crowd at some point in time. 👌🏼

[@BILLIONAIREGH]

@@mixedheritagepress That will also be brave of you

[@johnedem7714]

Hurry and come. I'm also in UK planning on relocating family to Ghana.

[@RoyaIboy]

This is a super long video, yet, i didn't want it to end. I own a construction / interior fit-out company in Doha, Qatar so this video was basically right up my street. I rather liked how super knowledgeable & informative the guy was. Bravo!!!

[@TrollinOn22s]

Same here as I don't watch the end of too many videos, but I was impressed.

[@shaibujibril3799]

I am a Ghanaian also living in Doha. I'm also building and I buy some of my building items in Doha and ship them home. Wishing you all the best. Quite informative video.

[@queenempress2541]

What an AMAZING BEAUTIFUL COUPLE.. They leave quite an impression. They are patient in their explanations. Her smile is like the Sun. And Kingsley is like the Sky. He KNOWS EVERYTHING

[@livingfinance]

There is an expertise in modern home construction, it’s nice to see more and more people acknowledge these challenges so people are more informed and perhaps business opportunities can be created to fill this much needed void. People need facts and reality and not fantasies. Another great video Vanessa as always.

[@themotivatortv]

Actually I bought 5 plots in Ghana through a trusted friend, even though there is only one im fighting for now , but all in all, my fruend did well securing my land. Yes, most of our people home are not trusted, especially family members, but I must say, my friend, Winfred Broni, has been phenomenal and TRUSTWORTHY. WINI, GOD BLESS YOU

[@werun.1674]

This gentleman should start a consultancy on how to electrify homes and water systems. Very informative. Sure this video will be used as a resource by those who are thinking of building their own homes. Thank you.

[@denniscasely-hayford3245]

If you watch his channel religiously like I do, you would know that he intends to start a consulting company at some point.

[@philtymcnasty9994]

@@denniscasely-hayford3245 what is the name of his website please?

[@veronicangatia4879]

Blessing work from London uk 🇰🇪🇬🇧🌏

[@kingstal90]

Thanks

[@yettabonez5777]

Vanessa I must say that this extraordinary couple have done so much towards making life in Ghana a beautiful one...Kingsley is extremely knowledgeable about so many things! I mean he could really help lots of people who may want to make the move to Ghana, maybe even do consultant work....I was very impressed by all he and Chrystal has done as well as their new home & all they have planned for their property... Great video Vanessa!🥰🥰🥰

[@viokand]

I would love to have a beer with this guy, he is so full of energy, ideas and intelligence, my Nigerian Igbo sister is lucky to have such an ambitious man.

[@kingstal90]

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[@denniscasely-hayford3245]

I must extend my thanks and appreciation to Vanessa for featuring my favourite house construction channel and couple on her platform. Although l watch A&G's channel religiously, Vanessa presented a holistic birds eye view of the build and flow of the inside of the house, which I had not been privy to heretofore. Additionally, she covered the intricacies of the electrical and water systems, and tied a perfect bow on the presentation, with a discussion on A&G's plans in utilizing aspects of their land. A one fell swoop and all encompassing commentary. Awesome stuff !!

[@saggisok]

Fabulous house. The uncle deserve a Nobel price for honesty. Venessa, you look cute on that dress.

[@psedineh3427]

Grand house, friendly couple, and knowledgable husband. They’ve made it their own and admire their plan for self-sufficiency. To make it my own, I’d put in wood floors in upper level, larger & taller louvred windows. Plus, along with a large vegetable garden, I’d add a zen garden and lots of trees around the house. I’m very grateful they shared their beautiful home and many thanks for sharing this, Vanessa. Keep up the great work!

[@iTuber012]

@7:20 if he could share this website with the home designs, that would be super helpful @8:57 kitchen plus cost of doors @14:00 electric 101 class is in session lol @18:00 price for electrical equipment @19:35 I'm curious if he will eventually get some type of power wall as well to store excess solar power to be used at night @20:00 guest bedroom @20:58 Vanessa points out how ugly burglar bars are and how it's a fire hazard lol @22:10 Are the security bars on the windows truly necessary? @22:57 Ghana vs Nigeria @25:05 guest bathroom @25:20 2nd floor and when they will move in @26:40 Primary Bedroom @28:22 Balcony @28:40 rooftop terrace @29:48 How their water system works @33:19 UK occupations @35:00 water system pt2 @42:03 Windows @44:12 Plan for farming, pool, boys quarters & garden area @48:12 Would they recommend returning and building a home to others? @50:09 how has the experience been since they have returned? @51:41 septic tank

[@VanessaKanbi]

Thanks so much for doing this - I will add them to the video :)

[@iTuber012]

@@VanessaKanbi no worries. People love timestamps to see if a question they had could be found quickly

[@philonyarko7625]

Vanessa can you please get me the contact to where they got their door I really need one

[@philonyarko7625]

Thanks

[@lennoxc]

Ok this is very detailed. Well done

[@redgoldgreen9960]

Hello from Washington DC, Vanessa, all what I want to say behalf of the subscribers is Thank you sharing what is going on in the Motherland. We are appreciates everything so never stop!

[@susanaofori-ofosu5434]

Sir you can start an electronic engineering school in ghana. Or open a consultation, so people that people that are building their houses in ghana can consult you regarding electricity installation etc.

[@denniscasely-hayford3245]

He intends to do so. He referenced this on his channel. You ought to subscribe to his channel and watch his videos.

[@indede9787]

The tile economy in Ghana must be happy ...they love tiles

[@ohemaa_mensah6573]

Great seeing Kingsley and Crystal on your channel. They are wonderful and honest people. Such a fabulous home they are building.

[@dontino-blackgoldmedia8078]

Please Victoria, can you help us get the website of the South Africa Architectural House Plans where he got the design concept for this build please? Thanks for this wonderfully insightful Video.

[@lawrencedavin5113]

Please! We needs thats! Lol

[@glomw9637]

Could you please get us the link to the south Africa home designs he mentioned about. PLEASE🙏🙏

[@nellieweller8003]

@@glomw9637 if you do not pay the money that husband and wife won't give it to you they charge so much money to give numbers to people

[@dennislagarde1483]

I like this dude he’s a problem solver he doesn’t let anything get in his way like electric contractors etc.

[@kingstal90]

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[@franciskabiawu]

Very Smart Couple. The Engineer Husband seems to have thought everything through. Excellent content Vanessa.

[@TheAdaptingAfricanKofii]

Another lovely video this is my favourite series. I loved how they explained everything they both really knew what they were talking about this just encourages me to start designing my own house for the future.

[@jamesgoins6601]

Thank you Vanessa for bringing such good content! Keep up the good work!

[@jameslindsay9553]

Smart and knowledgeable couple with value.A great asset to ghana.

[@raymondc6219]

All I can say is great, first time I didn’t mind watching a video that was long. Great information.

[@letia7265]

Thanks Vanessa👍 for the exposure to this couple and their project. A lot to learn from them.

[@benchleyb]

Another awesome content! Thanks Venessa and good luck to this wonderful couple.

[@Uncle-Basil]

Fantastic video...thank you Vanessa...I've been following Asher and Gad for a while now.

[@MrILES-gu3xb]

Finally 👏🏽👏🏽. I was wondering when you were going to meet with them. Haven’t watched their channel for a while.

[@beebeebiggs]

Well this is great !! you are interviewing my favorites ..they are very informative on the process of building... I love their Channel❤

[@patriciabarakeh719]

Vanessa, your videos are always so informative and helpful. Great job! This couple have done such a great job. The man has really planned everything ahead of time. I admire that so much. Many of us work as we go and have to redo mistakes etc. Beautiful house. Wishing Asher and Gad much joy in their new home. Btw, would love to see the finished job, once they have moved in.

[@KinkycurlyAfrica]

It’s wonderful to know he that he is very in-depth in research and information and he did all of this without even coming down.

[@djb.8507]

3 months is a pretty reasonable time in many places it takes much longer. Great video as always and as a building contractor I love this kind of content.

[@niquiniquita4512]

My favourite youtube couple, inspiring so many of us still dreaming of making the move to the continent of Africa! Great interview.

[@brachiator1]

This was an amazing video. The couple laid out the process of their home building with great clarity and insight. I loved the little detail about wanting to put a guava tree in the rear area for the kids. I hope that everything comes together as they want.

[@yaassoodelishkitchen7798]

Wow loved this such an informative video. I am already subscribed to Kingsley and Crystal and watched their move from uk to Gh. It’s a beautiful dream and very proud of them👍🏾👏🏽well done Venessa for showcasing their achievements in such short time. Very inspiring

[@pauletteparker7225]

Excellent interview Vanessa. With the home owners knowledge in all expects of building a secure home I would hire him in a heartbeat..Thank you.❤

[@kwesit1]

Great video, really informative, loved the longer format.

[@nubuke]

So informative, thanks for sharing

[@AA-fg2mv]

This has to be one of ur best videos to date.i learnt a lot from this!!

[@mosesptallah3933]

Wow! Thank you Venesa for the good and informative Stream. Congrats. to the Bro. And family. God Bless you.

[@1HavePatience]

You asked great questions Vanessa and got detailed answers 👍🏽 👌🏽. Really useful and informative content.

[@EppaWorldwide]

I always enjoy watching them for the education.

[@gottatravell7184]

I am so happy they are HONEST!

[@kwamestar968]

Great work Vanessa!!! This was an education

[@marylou7105]

I am an African American and we had our house built by a contractor in America and Mr. Kingsley impressed me much more than our contractor. Such a beautiful couple.

[@annetteevans1281]

Amazing video !!!!!!!! I love that they were so transparent on costs etc ! Love it!!!!!!!!!

[@kingstal90]

You're welcome

[@mrw1762]

Very detailed stuff....along with extra expenses.....he especially is well-versed in building. I didn't go that detailed building my house but I certainly take some pointers from this, especially the solar bit. Excellent stuff, Vanessa.

[@lennyams9892]

Great content. Congrats to the couple. We all dream to go back home and build houses and businesses one day

[@tellnewstv]

Greetings to all the nice viewers here. For always uploading, thank you, content creator.... We are here to support, comment, and like all.

[@mattwade4209]

Thank you Venessa and to Asher & Gad for one of the best building in Africa videos that I’ve seen. The questions you asked and their detailed answers are relevant and full of solid information. Excellent work!!!!

[@kingstal90]

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[@enochantwi9137]

Good questions asked Vanessa, especially for people with interest to buy/build.

[@christineterrhopha5464]

Omg he knows so much, he is a blessing.

[@thomasagbanyo1979]

so nice. love it. my two favorite channels in one place: combo! big fan!

[@patriciafacey9141]

Great interview 🔥🔥🔥 Love the house 💐🙏🏾

[@deborahsandersfaison]

Boy did I learn alot from this episode. Asher and Gad were extremely generous with their invaluable insights.

[@kingstal90]

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[@Ayztv]

This guy was a very good guest and shared so much wisdom. Thank you to this couple. Communicated so well. Wish them both the best

[@wendyleary9277]

Very professional And so so informative. I understood everything explained in lay man terms.Thank you very much for your work, you ask perfect questions that are needed. Love your humbleness. You seem to be learning as you present the information to us as viewers, I love that. ☮️ and Bless.

[@weltonpropertyadvisory4994]

Vanessa certainly asks all the relevant questions and you can always learn something new from each project.

[@josephboyewa3470]

I like where their heads at. Off grid, aware of the fluorid issue, building partially sustainable. Hat off to them, way to go.

[@dsman2968]

This is one of the best house descriptions i have liked on your channel. Simple, Clear and Numbers...I am really proud of you and husband. The couple is so clear and simple. They know what they want and and they are realistic. Well organised and a good example for me.

[@kingstal90]

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[@collinsgyimah2832]

Wow my people have been featured in Vanessas channel. Kudos

[@gabo.4355]

I love this man's details in the construction planning. Very well done and great idea. You guys make me miss Africa so much.

[@nefertemur8951]

Greetings Vanessa Kanbi, Ghana is indeed on the rise and this couple has made an excellent move in increasing their quality of life than they ever could in the UK. After they get settled completely hopefully they will create programs to employ the less fortunate as well as create programs to train young Ghanaian in their skills as there is enough for all in Ghana. Thanks for sharing Queen.

[@mawunyomorga8658]

love his electrical room ideas

[@ghanamustgotv]

I am new to this channel and I loved every bit of these conversations .

[@kingstal90]

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[@Mpano]

Hey nice seeing my favorite couple being interviewed by Vanessa👍🏾🖤❗

[@christineterrhopha5464]

THEY ARE SO REAL THIS COUPLE. THE BEST OF THE BEDT. HE TELLS IT LIKE IT IS. MAY JAH BLESS THEM.....IT IS A BLESSING TO SEE THEIR HARD WORK ABROAD.

[@kingstal90]

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[@lagschooladoptionllc]

This is quite informative probably one of the most indepth videos I've seen. Compliment to the level of communication between the wife and husband. God bless you.

[@kingstal90]

Thanks very much

[@1204]

Well done guys!

[@nkwofie25]

Very knowledgeable guy, he knows his stuff.👌🏾

[@BeautifulTree]

I love watching their journey!

[@mikirose2598]

What a wonderful couple!!! I really appreciated their generous spirit in sharing. Lovely people.

[@kingstal90]

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[@salimfaraji7067]

This video is amazing---very informative, insightful; basically a video manual. Medase Vanessa!

[@toinetev]

Greetings from Seattle. This is a very educational video. Vanessa did an outstanding job with the questions in reference to the related costs of building a house in Ghana. Thanks to Asher and Gad for being candid with the responses. When I start my construction back home in the near future, this video will be my reference point.

[@kingstal90]

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[@shelisshepp-nduom3803]

I watch all of their videos. Ive learned so much from them.

[@dannykofi]

That is my Family. They are LOVELY & INTELLIGENT💥. Their Channel is Very very Informative. 👍❤💛💚

[@Aku_Mula]

I love this family! Their property is not too far from mine. 2 years in my building journey, it's NOT easy but very rewarding. It's a dream come true to be in Ghana and nearing the finish line on my house. We have a whole plot for growing food, we're already eating from the garden. Rooting for them, very informative 👏🏾. Thank you Vanessa ❤.

[@axelagba5393]

Which area is this in Accra

[@blackentrepreneur8564]

@@axelagba5393 why do u want to know about their area. Its quiet dangerous to divulge ur address or area on a social platform. Privacy my friend.

[@denniscasely-hayford3245]

@@axelagba5393 It shall never be revealed for obvious reasons. Vanessa did not even provide her location, which she almost always does, because she has been told not to do so. However, if you watch their channel religiously and observe the topography, you can hazard a general guess. Good luck curious mind.

[@axelagba5393]

@@blackentrepreneur8564 I really don't care about their address. I just want to know about the city because when he gave the price that he bought the land, I was very interested and when I went to the website he provided the price of the lands are very ridiculous over there, hence my curiosity of the area they are in to search for the land there. I live in the US and with a simple Google search anyone can see the exact location of my house. I don't see what's dangerous about someone knowing the area you are living unless....

[@LilyellaLondon]

So informative, thank you!🌸

[@sharonwilliams5532]

This video was very informative ☺️, thanks for sharing

[@Dj-sq9ct]

Thanks to this couple, a lot of information shared and thank you Vanessa

[@bigboyope]

This was super informative 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@theworldisnotenough5185]

This is a great video and very informative from the Electrical standpoint.

[@dimanshediamond6347]

And water & filtration system as well which is essential

[@jamesjasaki8913]

great video you ask brilliant and instructive questions that we all want to know

[@whyzzman]

Love this video.

[@phelixphelix227]

I’ve been watching their KZbin channel for some time now. I like them.

[@olawunmiologun]

You guys have worked hard and doing exactly what I would have done. So much tou have covered. This is a labor of love. I know this is going to come out looking awesome. Congrats guys. Let have another video a few month after you guys have moved in🙌🔥❤🙏🏿👍🏾🦅

[@kingstal90]

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[@Mamoumoute]

That was a very good interview..the guy knows everything in details...in africa you really need that..

[@kingstal90]

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[@christineterrhopha5464]

OMG THE VIEWS, IS HEAVENLY......I WISH SUCH HAPPINESS.

[@danielanderson4640]

Very very educative. Thanks for the video

[@africanmindsetseries]

Lol, I am subscribed to their channel. Love the detailed analysis you get from Kingsley. I will be revisiting their videos when we start building for tips, etc. Funnily enough, like them we also bought all our land whilst living overseas with the help of an agent. We carried out all the necessary due diligence, engaged a surveyor, carried out land searches, etc.... The land search is very important as it helped us rule out problematic transactions earlier on.

[@weltonpropertyadvisory4994]

Absolutely agree, one should never part away with any money without carrying out a detailed search with all the three arms of the land commission. We recorded a footage with a survey which covered all the vital information to consideration when making a land purchase.

[@lyricalisaac2003]

I enjoyed every part of this vid, very informative and just gives very good general idea of what is feasible and to expect when building in Ghana. I've known Kingsley for a while in the UK and he's a solid person as much as his profession...respect bro 👊🏽 and all the best!

[@kingstal90]

Thanks - Isaac B?

[@lyricalisaac2003]

@@kingstal90 yep 👍🏾

[@ashleyt4982]

Awesome couple and interview. Wishing them all the best for the future👏🏾

[@kingstal90]

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