Ghanaian Couple Shares Remarkable Journey: Building Over 500 Apartments in Ghana
- Ghanaian couple Stephen Debrah and Ann Brewin have built over 500 residential units, transforming the housing sector
- Their inspiring journey showcased humble beginnings, entrepreneurial resilience, and a dedication to accessible housing
- Ann, recently awarded Real Estate CEO of 2025, said that creating a sustainable community went beyond just building
A Ghanaian couple is making headlines for their remarkable journey in transforming the country’s real estate sector.
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Stephen Debrah and his wife, Ann Brewin, are the driving force behind CPL Group, a leading real estate company that has developed over 500 residential units across Ghana.
Their story was featured in a now-trending YouTube video by vlogger Wode Maya, who highlighted their humble beginnings, entrepreneurial growth, and commitment to accessible housing.
The couple’s work has resonated with thousands online and industry stakeholders, as their projects tackle the housing deficit with innovation and sustainability. In the video, Debrah explained the couple’s mission.
Ghanaian couple shares remarkable 500 apartment journey
His wife, Ann, who was recently named Real Estate CEO of the Year 2025, also emphasised that their work goes beyond construction. According to her, it is about building communities for many Ghanaians.
“Our goal has always been to make homeownership accessible to as many Ghanaians as possible,” Debrah said.
The video gives viewers an inside look at the couple’s lifestyle and hands-on approach. The couple’s developments have changed lives. In one powerful segment, Brewin said:
“We’ve seen families cry tears of joy when they move in. That’s what keeps us going.”
Their rise hasn’t been without hurdles. Despite political and economic roadblocks, Debrah and Brewin continue to build towards a brighter future. Brewin shared advice with young entrepreneurs, commenting:
“Start small, save diligently, and always think long-term.”
Her words echoed across comment sections, with many netizens applauding the couple’s perseverance and strategy. Wode Maya closed the video with a tribute:
“They are proof that Ghanaians can build our future with integrity and vision.”
Watch the video below:
Reactions to couple building 500 Ghanaian apartments
YEN.com.gh collected reactions from Ghanaians who watched their inspiring video on X. Some of the comments are below.
@MrBenedict_84 said:
"This happens once in a blue moon in Africa; always, the men claim total ownership."
@drop_last wrote:
"The woman spoke sense but our Gen Z’s won’t need it."
@KSnetne commented:
"That is some feat they have accomplished."
@sgmmeyoo commented:
"The advice ein wife gave deɛɛ, this gen z Atassa ladies won’t take ooo. 🤣"
@manlike_kwadwo said:
"I watched this video few years ago when I was on campus at KNUST, and I can say it has really motivated me a lot in many ways... Fun fact, I go to YouTube to watch this video at the beginning of every year to get myself reminded. 😂😂"
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Black American entrepreneur thrives in Ghana
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that a black woman moved from the United States to Accra, Ghana, in August 2024, to seek a deeper connection with her African roots after two years in Bali.
After 10 months living in Ghana, she said she felt at home, peaceful, and had had no issues running her skincare business. Her video trended online, with many leaving positive remarks.
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