Popular Ghanaian actor and politician, John Dumelo, has expressed his frustration with the exorbitant rent advance required by landlords in Ghana. Speaking at a press conference, Dumelo stated that the current practice of demanding 2-3 years’ rent advance is “killing” a lot of Ghanaians.
Dumelo cited the financial burden placed on young people and low-income earners, who often struggle to come up with such a large sum of money upfront. He emphasized that the high rent advance is a major obstacle to affordable housing in the country.
As a solution, Dumelo proposed that the government implement policies to regulate the rent advance system and protect tenants from exploitation. He also called on landlords to consider more flexible payment options for tenants, such as monthly or quarterly payments.
Dumelo’s comments have sparked a conversation on social media, with many Ghanaians sharing their own experiences with the challenges of paying high rent advance. Some have echoed Dumelo’s call for government intervention, while others have suggested alternative housing options, such as cooperative living arrangements.
Overall, Dumelo’s remarks have shed light on the pressing issue of affordable housing in Ghana and have reignited the debate on rent control and tenant rights.
