In an era of rising living costs and economic uncertainty, experts and traditional voices are urging Ghanaian men to prioritise marrying a “caring wife” who excels in home management over flashy spenders. “A wife who always buys from the canteen or restaurant isn’t a true partner,” warns relationship advisor Kwame Asante. “You’ll lose her when money runs dry. A serious wife knows proper management and cares for the home and children, while the man supports when both are present.”
This call echoes across families in Kumasi and Accra, where inflation hit 25% last year, squeezing household budgets. Asante, speaking at a recent men’s forum in the Ashanti Region, emphasised that modern marriages fail not from lack of love, but from poor financial stewardship. “Look for a woman who cooks, budgets, and nurtures the family first,” he advised. “Extravagant habits signal trouble ahead.”
Data from the Ghana Statistical Service supports this: 40% of divorces cite financial disputes, often rooted in mismatched priorities. Successful couples, like those in stable Adum households, share duties wives handling daily meals and child-rearing, husbands providing when home. “It’s teamwork,” says married father of three, Kofi Mensah. “My wife turned our small salary into a thriving home; no restaurant splurges.”
Young men attending the forum nodded in agreement, rethinking dating apps for values like thriftiness and care. Asante challenged, “Have you considered the type of woman to marry? Peace of mind starts with her management skills.”
Cultural elders reinforce this, drawing from Akan proverbs: “The home is built by wise hands, not empty pockets.” As Ghana navigates 2026’s challenges, this timeless wisdom could safeguard families.
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