As unemployment continues to rise across many African countries, a growing number of individuals are seeking better opportunities abroad. Nations like the United Kingdom are often seen as lands of opportunity, offering higher wages, improved working conditions, and greater job security.
One such individual is Mimi Ace, a Nigerian woman who moved to the UK with her family after struggling to find stable employment in Nigeria. Through her YouTube channel, Mimi shares her journey of working multiple jobs while managing family responsibilities and earning a decent income.
Mimi’s primary job is in domiciliary care, which she considers her main source of income. She works Monday to Friday, six hours a day—totaling 30 hours a week or roughly 120 hours a month. From this role, she earns an average of £1,040 per month (approximately KSh 192,140). “The least I’ve made is £1,040, but I’ve earned up to £1,300 on busier months,” she shared.
In addition to her main job, Mimi works as a cleaner in various cities across the UK. She typically puts in four hours a week, working on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and earns £25 per hour. This adds up to £100 (about KSh 18,475) weekly. Mimi pointed out that this job pays weekly, which ensures a steady stream of income.
She also works as a bank staff member at a care home—a flexible role that allows her to choose shifts based on her availability. In this position, she usually works night shifts from 8 PM to 6 AM and earns between £700 and £750 (around KSh 129,325) each month, depending on her shift schedule.
Mimi’s daily routine is a careful balancing act. On Mondays, for instance, she starts the day by getting her children ready for school, after which her husband drops them off. She then catches up on rest, sleeping from 8 AM to 2 PM, before moving on to her other responsibilities.
Her story is a powerful example of how determination, time management, and adaptability can help immigrants succeed in foreign lands. Through hard work and resilience, Mimi has carved out a stable and fulfilling life for her family in the UK.
