Investing is a smart financial move that can help you achieve your financial goals in the long run.
Whether you’re planning to save for retirement, build an emergency fund, or grow your wealth, investing can help you achieve these goals.
However, if you’re new to investing, it can be a difficult task to determine where and when to invest your money.
There are so many investment options in Ghana. You just need the right information and hand to take you through.
As a serial entrepreneur and businessman, I had a couple of capitals in my hand some time back. I am going to share with you some experiences I have gathered throughout the years.
One of the most asked questions I get from people is how to invest 10,000 GHS in Ghana. Well, I personally think 10,000GHS is much money that can start different businesses in Ghana.
In this blog post, I will share with you a detailed and practical guide on how to invest 10,000 Cedis in Ghana. These are proven ways to grow your money in the long term. I have started and still running I started with lesser amount. Stick and stay with me.
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Buying stocks in USA companies
This is the knowledge that is hidden from many because there is the notion that one cannot invest in USA stock when living in Ghana. Well, I am here to enlighten you.
In simple terms, when you buy stock in a US company, you’re buying a small piece of ownership in that company. As a shareholder, you have the potential to benefit from the company’s profits and growth (dividends).
If you’re in Ghana or Nigeria, you can buy shares in USA companies using the services of Bamboo. Bamboo is an application or a company that provides you with the platform to invest in USA companies from your mobile phone.
Below is a list of companies performing well in the last 1 year. Buying shares (stocks) in this company is a great way to ensure you earn a decent amount of interest on your money in the next few months.
Capital required: 10,000 Cedis or more
Level of risk: minimal
Expected returns: 10% or more depending on the company you invested in.
Alternatively, you can invest in companies in Ghana through the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE).
Opening a fixed deposit investment account
A fixed deposit account is a type of savings account that allows you to earn interest on your money over a fixed period of time. You deposit a sum of money with a bank or financial institution, and they pay you a fixed rate of interest on that money for the agreed-upon term.
The interest rate is generally higher than a regular savings account, Treasury Bill, and the longer the term, the higher the interest rate. Once the term ends, you can withdraw your money along with the interest earned.
In Ghana, almost all the banks have a fixed deposit account option. You can invest using a foreign currency or Ghana Cedis. The interest earned (interest rate) on fixed deposit varies from bank to bank. You need to speak with your bank for more information.
With 10,000 Ghana Cedis in hand, you can open a fixed deposit account and in 6 – 12 months you earn about 30% or higher on your money. That’s cool I think. You don’t need to work. The bank does that on your behalf, with your money.
Let’s say you want to invest some money in a bank. CAL Bank offers an interest rate of 14.15% for a 3-month investment between GhC 5,000 and GhC 49,999. The minimum amount to open the account is GhC 5,000. If you prefer Standard Chartered Bank, they offer a 7.5% interest rate for a 3-month investment between GhC 20,000 and GhC 40,000. The minimum amount to open the account is GhC 1,000.
Some banks allow you to take money out of your fixed deposit account, while others don’t. But if you take money out before the time is up, you’ll have to pay a penalty.
You can go to the websites of different banks to learn more about their fixed deposit accounts.
There are many good reasons to open a fixed deposit account. They’re very safe, you can easily get your money back or even use it as a guarantee for a loan, they pay more interest than regular savings accounts, and if you’re investing a lot of money, you can often negotiate the interest rate.
Investing in Business – Starting your own business
Starting a business with your own money can be a fulfilling and potentially lucrative investment. By investing in yourself and your entrepreneurial vision, you have the potential to build a successful company that generates income and grows in value over time.
However, starting a business also carries risks, and success is not guaranteed. It’s important to have a solid business plan, conduct market research, and have the necessary skills and resources to execute your vision.
If you’re willing to take calculated risks and work hard, starting your own business can be a fulfilling and rewarding investment that has the potential to provide long-term financial security.
Businesses you can start in Ghana with 10,000 GHS include:
- Mobile Money Business
- Buying and selling (retail business)
- Mini rental business – buy a projector, plastic chairs, and rent)
- Food vending – a mini food joint is a good start.
Invest in farming
Investing your money in farming can be a rewarding and sustainable investment opportunity. Agriculture is a vital industry that provides food and other resources to people all over the world, and investing in it can have a significant impact. There are several profitable farming niches to consider, such as pepper, catfish, tomato 🍅 and cassava farming.
The good thing about farming is that you don’t necessarily need to purchase land to start. You can lease land for as low as GHS 500 and use the rest of your capital to run the business.
You should expect a 30% – 50% return on investment within 3 to 6 months depending on the niche you want to venture into. This will depend on several factors. For more information about farming in Ghana, visit Ghana insider farming.
