From SHS to the Streets: A Ghanaian Sex Worker Opens Up About How She Sleeps with 20 Men a Day
A young woman shares the harsh realities of her life in the sex trade, the struggles she faces, and her hopes for a better future.
- The woman services up to 20 clients a day, charging GH¢100 to GH¢150 per encounter
- She deals with harassment, abuse, and risks of clients refusing to pay
- Despite the hardships, she aspires to leave sex work and start a career as a hairdresser with support
A 27-year-old Ghanaian woman has candidly shared the struggles of her life as a sex worker, revealing the physical and emotional toll it takes.
In an interview on the Afisem Show on Lawson TV on January 31, 2025, she opened up about servicing up to 20 clients a day, charging GH¢100 to GH¢150 per session.
Her journey into prostitution began during her SHS days in Kumasi, when she would skip school midterms to earn money from men.
She described the profession as both physically demanding and mentally exhausting, explaining that many women, despite the social stigma, turn to this trade due to financial struggles and a lack of other job opportunities.
“I sleep with 20 men a day. I charge between GH¢100 and GH¢150. This is how I survive. I have needs just like everyone else,” she explained. She also revealed the harsh realities of her work, including dealing with clients who refuse to pay or attempt to abuse sex workers, while law enforcement officers often add to their troubles.
Despite these challenges, she remains hopeful for a change, aspiring to leave the trade and pursue a career as a hairdresser if given the right support. “I look forward to stopping prostitution if someone would help me start a business,” she said.
