10 Reasons Why African Americans Leave Africa And Never Return
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- čas přidán 17. 05. 2024
- Shalom Family!! Welcome back to our channel. In this video, we delve into the reasons why some African Americans leave Africa and never return. We explore the challenges that can arise living in Africa. Join us as we share our thoughts and experiences on this topic. We hope you enjoy and as always don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE & HIT THE NOTIFICATION BELL!!!!
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0:00 Introduction
0:40 SELLING A DREAM
3:03 UNREALISTIC EXPECTATIONS
6:56 NOT ADJUSTING
8:48 HOMESICK/MISSING FAMILY
11:40 IMMIGRATION
A wise friend once told me when I moved to South Africa that "the grass is never greener on the other side, it's just the brown patches are in different places" So people should keep their expectations in check. Love your content guy's!
Absolutely, thanks for watching.
@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE The expectation that ALL people of African descent would,(or should) get along, is counterintuitive.
I just learned something new thank you.
This is common sense advice that applies to moving to any country, not just African countries 😎
I like that statement, “Africa wouldn’t heal you.” The struggle is real in every country.
Very much so. Thanks for watching.
if "the struggle is real in every country" whats the point of going there? There are surely other countries you can move to that won't have this many issues.
@@13579hee It depends on how you look at it. If you want posh life then maybe that’s not for you.
Nah in america you can get welfare housing etc your delusional if you think all countries are rich like america trump 2024
@@13579hee The world is flawed, everywhere. People just need to decide what flaws they can overlook when choosing somewhere to live. Also, some people forget they won't be young forever. You can move someplace when you're 30 that won't work out when you are elderly and in need of care. Definitely a "look before you leap" situation.
I have been to Africa many times. The best places I have found are South Africa and Morocco. Unfortunately, crime in SA makes it a nogo location. Morocco can be tricky unless you speak French or Arabic. Kenya is an up-and-coming country, but the culture can be brutal to adapt to. Don't try and settle in one place without visiting many places. Remember, you are a TOURIST, seeing the world from a different perspective. One thing I learned was how much I appreciated the USofA!
I've been told that Moroccans don't like darker people of colour.
What about Namibia?
As a 32yr old South african living in South africa I am disgusted with all the corruption in my country.Our politicians and ministers are rich whilst the rest are just wasting away...very sad
That's good news I like it
@@ELIGIUS626 Sorry this channel is not for politicking. Some South Africans are so impeded in politics. This is not a politic channel. There are channels that will cater for what you are commenting.
Americans say what you see bad in South Africa is far less compared to corruption happening in other countries which I cannot name. Here we have freedom of speach without fear of being arrested. There they cant even voice it out. So, that is why we don't know about what it's happening there.
The politicians in South Africa have nothing on their counterparts in the U.S. Most politicians in the United States may enter government middle class but most if not all leave USD millionaires and it’s not from their salaries.
The heading on this channel says" Why most African Americans leave America and never return" That's the heading. Here we are talking about people who went and never return.
Then comes you with corruption. You are irrelevant Bro. If this was a question given to write an essay. You were going to fail it. Again this people are not taking about corruption as a heading.
You just Pop out and talk about your skeletons that are in your cubet. Don't hang your dirty linens outside. They too have their political challenges and their wrongs. I can tell you America has universal problems e.g. The war in Ukrain. Ours is just domestic.
I am not condoning coruption. What I am saying is that there are channels were you would be relevant when you say such things.
Let's humble ourselves infront of the global community Bro. Americans know that we have humunity and Ubuntu.I hope you will understand Bro.
That's why I left 25 years ago, and now have an EU passport, having lived there for 5 years, and having lived in Dubai for 20 years. SA se moer.
It was the Africans that captured my ancestors and sold them to the Europeans to begin with. Even today in sub Saharan Africa, there are an estimated 600 thousand slaves. Slavery in the Sahel states of Mauritania, Mali, Niger, Chad and Sudan in particular, continues a centuries-old pattern of hereditary servitude. Other forms of traditional slavery exist in parts of Ghana, Benin, Togo and Nigeria. Why in the world would I want to go back to that?
Facts they sold us. We are our own people and our ancestors build it. I have no desire to go there at all. We are our own people.
Human trafficking is huge industry......everywhere....
Some of your ancestors that were captured and sold are our ancestors too here in Africa, your ancestors were not islands, they were grandchildren of our ancestors too. Slavery exist in different forms everywhere in the world even today
Interesting that African Americans say it his but yet live in America where you’re treated so wrong, yet you want to fight for your rights here yet don’t want to even care about making Africa a better place for your own 😢
@@pinchebruha405Making Africa a better place is the job of the people living there.
As an expat in a Caribbean country I went through culture shock and homesickness. Things are pricey, goods are in short supply, some locals are resentful. Without strong connections both at home and the country of residency the transition would be difficult. Due diligence and prayer are crucial.
I would strongly advice every African American who wants to move or do business in Africa to first visit different countries in Africa and understand the culture in each country, the lifestyle, the opportunities, etc. After visiting various countries they will be better informed on wether to move to Africa or not, or which country will suit them best if they decide to relocate. Shalom and great content as usual.
Thank you so much
Yea...I want to visit Rwanda and Ghana... otherwise, I'm going to visit Dubai where I'm wanted...I don't want to live somewhere where they steal and I'm not comfortable
@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE your husband, the man looks %100 pure african, not carrabean, not east african not mixed not anything else fully black west african, is sad it didnt work out you two , i thought it would cause he looks identical to them
@@jayajaya788 Dubai?? Arabs do not like Black people. You had better do more research and figure that out quickly before you make a bad decision.
Anyone considering moving to a relatively poor country should understand what poverty looks like on a global scale
I am not African-American, but I moved to Tanzania. I can tell you one thing, they respect caucasian people more than African-Americans coming to 'find themselves' (or just in general). I was at a bar once, and a guy came running over who is African-American - he was so excited to talk to me. He'd seen me before and wanted to hang out. Why, because it is a hard place to come to, the culture shock is insane. I could tell he needed his North American fix, to talk to someone who speaks English, to, even via me, feel a sense of his home and culture.
I have many local friends here, and the feeling I get is that they feel Afican-Americans who come here are trivializing their culture and acting like it some sort of 'back to your roots amusement park'. It is insulting to them. While Tanzania is very safe (no violent crime really to speak of, just petty shit and scams), it is still very poor. And, they are not all walking around in traditional clothing - they dress very western. So don't come and start parading around trying to look like what you think a local would look like - you'll look like a someone who is not Japanese walking off a plane in Japan wearing a kimono.
As for cost, I disagree with the video. Tanzania is very cheap, you just need to live in the right area - Masaki and Oyster Bay in Dar es Salaam are getting closer to western prices. Outside the city core, rent can be about a 10th of the cost of big cities in North America. I rented a new, three bedroom, two bathroom house with a perimiter wall and security guard for about $300USD a month. The taxis are very cheap and there are three varieties (motorcycle, three-wheelers, and cars). I recommend using Bolt tied to a credit card, that way they can't fiddle with the price or pretend they don't have change - what Bolt says is what you pay. Also, if someone asks you for a code, exit the vehicle immediately and report them to Bolt as they are trying to hijack your account. If you do taxi everywhere it can add up, but is still cheaper than owning a car. So, I bought a brand new Honda motorcycle for less than $1000USD (from a Honda dealer). It is the main thing I use for getting around. There is tons of fresh food, and it too is very cheap. For about $4USD you can get half a nicely roasted chicken and chips with salad where I live (most bars have kitchens). Same goes for pork (the ribs are killer) and goat (the goat is great here). There are fruit stands everywhere, and watermelon is never out of season it seems. Avocados are also cheap. I should also add that this is a cash society. So, other than Bolt, do not you use your credit card unless you are at big chain stores or hotels - you will get scammed.
Best advice if you come here: learn some Swahili - they will love you for it. As long as you try, you will win over the locals. They are a very proud people. Also, it will help you to control the prices as, yes, you will get charged more. But even then, it is like 50 cents or a dollar. Still, you should get into their mindset and stop converting everything in your head to your currency. Don't feel like you are being cheap. Stand up for yourself and make sure you get a fair price and your change. Oh, I should also mention that tipping is not a thing here. So, what you are charged is what you pay. And, alcohol is cheap. A 500ml bottle-of-beer is about $1USD - that is all you pay, no extra taxes or tips. Keep track of what you order, as most bars have no computer systems. You will be handed a hand-written piece of paper with your bill. People will try and sneak extra drinks onto your bill, so be vigilant. Also, never leave anything on the counter unless you are with friends - things can disappear very quickly.
Another than that, the Tanzania's are some of the nicest people I have ever met in the world. They are almost Buddhist in an odd way. I have walked on my own at night all over the place with no issues. Now, that said, this does not apply to everywhere in Africa, and my friends here have told me not to expect to go to neighbouring countries and get the same treatment. Tanzania is very unique on this continent.
Lastly, Africa is a continent and not a homogenous country. There are 56 different countries here, and the most languages of any continent in the world. I find people talk about Africa like it is a single country. There is a sense of continental pride in being African, but Tanzania is not Africa, and Africa is not Tanzania.
P.S. The oceans are amazing and shark free.
Tears almost there bro! Damnit am from Tanzania dar and you've just nailed it.laid back poverty,very good cheap food,security, scammers,muzungu worshippers,some unique love and harmony,nice beaches, beautiful beautiful beautiful sisters,it's simply the best of both worlds... standing right to be corrected..sawa?😅
@@simonpure109 Thanks bro. I appreciate it. And yes, the women here are some of the most beautiful I’ve seen on the planet. Damn…
@@crownandguillotine6645 😂 enjoy your stay as I wish you merry Christmas in advance 🧑🎄💪🏽
Thank you for this. I will be visiting Tanzania next month and I appreciate this kind of feedback.
@@seannabowen1428 Power to you,hope you get a good welcome and yes Mr 👑 and journey with us couples can also has up more reasons to stay...safe trip
I've been living in Nigeria for 3 years & I love living here. It has its challenges but it's my home now. I tell others if you grew up poor/low income;lived in the rural South or during the 80's & below, you can live in Africa because you've experienced these ways of life before. Life in Africa is a mental adjustment than anything else. You have to become the African in African American.
Absolutely.
Do you have issues with infrastructure breakdown? Such as power outage and water disruption?
Lol… bro. I think u gotta do some research cuz that’s the most common thing on the continent
I lived in Kaduna in 1993----fantastic at that time.
@denise dixon-ge, Wow! So surprised to see a Black American living in Nigeria vs Ghana and many East and South African countries Hardly do I see BA's chose Nigeria.
Lived in Nigeria 5 years. Just moved back to the States last year. Nigeria has a long way to go. It has potential but the corruption is overwhelming. As an African American woman it wasn’t as easy as I thought to click or vibe with African woman. They either love you or don’t like you. The style, the lingo, was just so different. I like nice things but being dripped in Gucci and Fendi wasn’t my style. Let’s not talk about groceries. $15 for a handful of blackberries. It was expensive to Live in Lagos. There’s different things I miss but I think I’ll stay in the States for now….
Wrong country to go to.
@@funinkosikheswa no it was the right country :) my husband had a job opportunity and we moved out there with our daughter. The experience i wouldn’t trade for the world. It had made us more humble and more cultured. It’s just so crazy how many black folks I meet that day they want to move there. They have no idea.
@@olaines9154 😅
@olaines9154 I like your comment, especially the two main words, humble and cultured. I find that most people are not humble, and I can see that based on several comments that I have read. The people who are putting Nigeria down really need to stop it! When you put the country down, you're really putting the peoples down. Nigeria has hundreds of different tribes, all with their own set of systems. Nigeria isn't the wrong country. It depends on your purpose for going there, just like any other country.
So sorry your time in Nigeria didn't work out. You're right, Nigeria could be difficult, as much as it could be fun and easy (if you know how). I've been back to Nigeria for 2 years now after 20 years in the US and live in Lagos. There are sooooo many ways around the "Lagos is expensive" narrative. We're living at 1/4th (or less) of our US expense and enjoy most of the same benefits we did back in Florida (of course the infrastructure is subpar, but....)
I remember telling this African American guy i met a farmers market in JHB that he expected to get "superior" treatment cos he was American. Cos he kept saying things like: But i have a degree from one of the best colleges in America/ world,i have an American passport,surely that should count for something,my work experience includes working for one of the biggest firms in New York. I was just like sir,we dont care. There's a lot of Africans with Ivy league education,get over yourself & grind just like the rest of us😂
There is a Black American CZcamsr living in Ghana with this same mindset? Can you believe that she was ranting about how she has a PhD and has worked in higher education in the US, so she is not about to start righting CVs and going for Job interviews in order to petition anyone to give her a job in Ghana? She said that she should be getting offers left and right and the value that she brings should be acknowledged. Meanwhile, this lady was fine with driving Uber in America because she wasn't doing well in her career. That is one of the major reasons she gave for moving to Ghana even before she moved with her daughter.
She even complained about not being offered free land in Ghana because according to her, she is doing so much for the community. You should see the "so much" that she is talking about. Stuff that barely has an impact on the upward mobility of the people, along with the little trinkets she occasionally gives people in extremely poor communities that she believes deserve to be rewarded with free land. TBH some of these people assume the posture of colonialists. The entitlement when they come to Africa is ridiculous.
@TheArrival Can you say entitlement & audacity? I think some Americans & other black non Africans feel they should be treated in a "special" when they come to Africa.
That’s crazy lol
For those who’ve never been there, some observations about Africa from extensive experience might be helpful. In sub-Sahara Africa, the pace is noticeably casual among the black folks. The economy in many places was or is dominated by the more intense, faster, service oriented Arabs, Indians, Whites, & Orientals. Blacks like the Ibos (Igbos) of Nigeria or the Luos of Kenya who match their work ethic just earn jealousy from their fellow blacks. American blacks, to successfully run a family business, have to step up and compete with the other non indigenous owned businesses. Sad to say, many black AA’s lack the entrepreneurial skills and the work ethic to do this even with relatively a lot of financial resources. Baseball player Jackie Robinson’s son burned through a pile of Jackie’s money unsuccessfully trying to run a coffee plantation in Kenya without sufficient business experience. Unless you have some specialty skill in demand such as being a veterinarian or chemical engineer, don’t expect a degree in some general academic field to land you some plum job. First it won’t impress the Africans and second there aren’t too many routine white collar good paying jobs available. Black AA’s who think they’ll instantly improve their lives and be welcomed with loving arms in an uplifting return to the ancestral homeland are in for a rude awakening. Besides the different culture to assimilate into, a complication over the last 20 or so years is black AA reputation is seriously lousy due to reality shown on social media of crime, boorish behavior, and immaturity. Expect a cold shoulder, not a warm welcome. Even if you persevere you’ll find tribal favoritism, family connections, and cronyism all rampant and not in your favor. Good luck but don’t jump in blind.
African Americans are a unique group with a unique problem set. America is our home and we marched, got beat, lynched and more fighting for civil rights so that all blacks from all over can at least come here and prosper to a degree, however where can we go to expect the same? Nowhere in my opinion. The only help we can depend on is each other. Why come to a country where people want to rob you, steal from you, over charge you, and more, meanwhile don’t forget indigenous Africans have been suffering themselves so you cannot depend on them to be open to us, they themselves are trying to get the few good jobs and opportunities.African Americans have no where to go at this time in my opinion.
I am an American. I have lived in Gambia for over two years. I share my struggles. I'm not popular, but I think authenticity is important.
Absolutely
Thank the most high you made it out alive I been hearing alot of women been dying in Gambia
Y'all putting the videos out!! Love it!!!
Keep the realistic conversations about Africa coming. We are watching.
Well thank you so much. We appreciate it.
Number 1 thing is have an income that is 100 percent dependable that will afford you to be able to live comfortably. 2. Have a already established community or group of real dependable friends and or family. 3. Learn one or two of the native language (s) before moving to the country permanently 4. Stay a few months in a country before actually moving there if possible. Staying for a week or a few weeks is not enough time to determine if a country is right for you. 5. Have a purpose, get involved. 6. Be very slow and cautious in forming trusting friendships
*This is a wonderful, informative and very helpful video.* Thank you very much for posting it!!
I live in Washington, DC, and have no desire to move to a country in Africa, however, I would LOVE to visit. Everything you've said in this video is extremely wise and I hope those who DO want to permanently move to the Motherland will heed your advice. Much love to you!! 🤗🥰🌍
I ♥ your authenticity. I think you're helping lots of people make the right decisions. I am a Kenyan American who came back home to Kenya for good after almost two decades in the US. I think many times Americans go to other countries subconsciously looking for "America." When they fail to find it, they get shocked & rush back home talking about how they're so happy to be American because other countries suck like this & like that & am like of course it was gonna be different, why did you even travel if you were looking for America over there? You two are so different. You talk about the good & the bad in a very balanced way. You're so open-minded.
We really appreciate the kind words. Thank you so much for watching.
YEAH IT'S BEEN A LOT OF MISINFORMATION AND SCAMMERS TOO SO IT'S HARD AFRICAN IS 54 NATIONS 🤷🏿♀️ LET THAT SINK IN THERE'S NO AIRPORT OF AFRICA
Well, I can say the same unexpected struggles are here in America too. As a woman born in Kenya but now work and live here in the US, I must say my first-time experience here was not as smooth. Getting American staffing agencies or companies to hire me was a big issue because they claimed I had no experience working in America, so I needed to first get some experience in order to get to where I wanted. That was a culture shock for me. 14 years later it is still a struggle because of discrimination. Again, it depends on what state you live in. I can say if a Kenyan lives in a state or city where there are many Kenyans chances are they will most probably thrive faster than if you live in states where Kenyans are very few or if there are no Kenyans at all. It is tough everywhere, but I have my own personal stories about my experience in US too. Some of it, not so good but I am here by the grace of God. I also sold everything I owned in Kenya to move here so it's kind of similar unless there are people who already had a lot of money saved up and or businesses that would make you money to help you move. Not everyone is that prepared. I am grateful though that I am here. Kenya my motherland is the place I hope to retire in when all is said and done. I visit home regularly to see my family and some friends and for now that works.
Thanks for watching
Ask first hand people who are realistic. Africa have its own challenges, there is no quick fix: we have corruption; stealing; you name it. But Africans know how to deal with such; even if you are African, same challenges to make it work.
True. America is definitely definitely not all roses and sunshine.
Nothing but facts. Immigrants also have their culture shock in America and have been scammed as well.
A lady was scammed out of $100 at JFK trying to get over to her next boarding station. He took round her around at the airport not knowing that it was in the same airport. He lied to her and took her money. Bottom line is there are always nefarious people everywhere.
The truth of the matter is that America is set up for immigrants. The governmental agencies assist the with jobs, housing, healthcare, schooling and all forms of support. They make the immigrants life livable by supplying their basic needs of life. The African American receives no support what so ever from the African governments. And the American bureaucracy is not mired down in corruption and evil practices like Africas, especially when it comes to the African American. So we are on our own dealing with corrupt officials and scammers who are just as corrupt if not worse.
Because we aren't African, that's why!
A lot of people need to hear this. Thank you for making this video. I agree 💯🙌🏾🙏🏽💛✊🏾
Thanks for watching!
@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE no problem 😁🙌🏾
Very informative. Renewing your mind is vital especially coming from America. Love y’all content
Thanks for watching
Too much tribalism, has always been the main problem...people will never get ahead as long as that's the prevailing symptom in a lot of African domains...
Facts!!!
The things you bring up hold true for people moving to any country. I hope more people can see this and get a heads up on some of the things to expect. Good video, thanks.
Thank you
Wow, Africa is not for everyone.
Africa has it's challenges & never expect American lifestyles in Africa.
Myriad of problems like water & electricity problems.
A visit before making final decision to move is of paramount importance .
Nuff respect to your hustle.
❤
Thanks for watching
And the question is why put yourself through that? Leaving a country that has human rights and freedoms and protections to go to a continent that does not have that in some of its countries.
Being honest is always the best policy when giving advice regarding any issues. Appreciate the encouragement and support.
Thanks for watching
When you all post videos of this form I think about Krys, Kyle, and Kylie and how they're doing. I'm sure their okay with what Yah's providing.
Thank you both for keeping it real. I have watched many you tube videos and I believe that Africa is beautiful and wonderful. But what I find is that some do not give the viewer both sides of the story. Telling the truth is what I can respect and accept when content like this is shared. Wherever you want to live you must have a plan and do your research this is extremely important. That plan includes how you are going to live will you set up a business or what can I offer. Some say come to Africa but do we all understand that we must assimilate into the culture of the country we choose to live in. I am in my 60’s traveling with my husband, we research the countries that we travel to and understand that we need to speak the language and learn how to communicate. We understand that there are cultural differences and we observe them and respect these differences.
Thanks for watching
Very solid information guys
Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
God Bless
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Our pleasure!
I think honesty should be every CZcamsr's priority.
People learn a lot through your videos and it is only important that you step up and tell everything as it is.
Absolutely
As someone who does short documentary style videos about our mother continent Africa, I can't agree any less to your analysis. 100% on point.
We appreciate that!
Actually, this is the true motherland. Why do you think many cultures are coming here and not going to Africa...
...can't agree any MORE (because you agree 100%). (The only way you could not agree any less is if you agreed 0%).
- Your friendly Grammar N@zi.
Wherever you go, there you are. You can’t run away from yourself.
Absolutely
Shalom, thank you’ll for this video!
Thanks for watching
Very informative, thank you.
No problem family
I live in America and have had many conversations with Africans living here in America. And the main complaint they have with us is the way we live, we work too much, we have no life, and how we have to pay bills every month just to live. Its not that way in Africa.
Living in the U.S is hard for Africans too, especially when they dont have their required papers to work. They come here believing America is rich in opportunities only to be fooled by what they see on television and the Movies about life in America, so when they arrive here they are greatly disappointed and have to live the same way here the way they lived in their own Country, depending on their Family or connecting with other Africans here.
I even met a man who was a Doctor in his country who thought if he could only get to America he would make a lot of money. Only to find out he made more money in his own country.
Africa is harder to live in when it comes to employment opportunities but rich in life. So if you're poor in America you're be worse off in Africa, they're more likely to hire their own before hiring an foreigner.
One way Africans make it in Africa is family, they live together in one house, they will have multiple families living in one residence.
So if you're poor in America, have no family, friends, no kind of African connection in Africa, not business minded, have no entrepreneurial skills, experience. You might as well put off moving to Africa, and just visit, until you establish what is needed to thrive there, or like the Africans like to say , "Survive".
Oh people don’t work, or have to pay bills in Africa and I suppose they have excellent healthcare, Medicare, public assistance and human rights like we have here.
First of all, I love your videos. Secondly, I appreciate your honesty and educating others about things to expect and not to expect.
As a South African, nothing has brought me more joy than watching our AA brothers and sisters coming to our Home (their Home too), and falling in love with us and Home. This has been long overdue.
I am not going to dispute or refute everything that has been uttered in this video, because I value you both and your family.
Interestingly (if I may speak about my country, South Africa), for decades and even centuries, South Africa has had an huge influx of Europeans, white Americans, Chinese, and in recent years, Pakistanis, and Bangladeshi nationals and coming here knowing very well everything that you've pointed out in this video, and they still chose to stick it, built multimillion dollar businesses and estates. Many of them have experienced the worst of crimes, but still chose to stay.
And the other interesting thing about why I appreciate AAs who post CZcams videos and only touch on the positives of coming or moving to Africa is that the other side of the story has been told in the most distorted of ways, so much so that many AAs in 2023 still think that Africa is a country, no city in Africa, no civilization, and riddled with poverty, diseases, wars, and live among animals. The white man/woman has done a good job in painting Africa as dark and barbaric.
Again, yes, you touched on valid points and I appreciate it. But, Africa needs a break, and the spotlight that we are getting from our AA brothers and sisters is breath of fresh air. And I want to tell them, if Europeans, Chinese, Pakistanis etc can come here and find a home, plus built wealth that they have, surely AAs can also recognize that there is more good in Africa than the negatives (leave that to the white CZcamsr who is carrying on from National Geographic about how dark Africa is).
Let me leave my thoughts here, and thank you for this great video.
Thanks for watching
@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE what a shit response
@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE You're welcome.
I like what you have said and as a fellow South African I feel the same. Allow me to extend what you have said by saying that I wish people would stop saying 'The Real Country-X or Country-Y' and rather say 'The other Country-X or Country-Y'. I believe this would help extend the idea that life is a mixture of the good and the bad. As a tourist here or any other country, you will experience a degree of the negative.
@@QuincyNtuli It's like the accusation that "Africans hate AAs" and we in South Africa are like WHAT? "Hate them for what good reason?". And it hits one that there are some Africans (with the exception of South Africans because we DON'T migrate or immigrate) have expressed their dislike for AAs for whatever reason, resulting with South Africans taking stray bullets. I agree, specifications are important.
You keepn it Real - and doin it Rigt! Thank you FC!
No problem
Thank you for your honesty 🎉
Always!
Here in SA we have Chinese, Europeans, Asians and they love being here. It’s only black Americans who think they’re much better than us in Africa but we all know that’s not true. Some of you don’t even own the type of house most of us Africans own. I love my country SA and I will never leave it for any country
I like y’all as a couple. Also you all make very good points of concerns to be considered when relocating to a foreign land.
🥹🥹 thank you we really appreciate that.
Thank you so much for this very informative and honest video.
Thanks
Well rounded, enlightened perspectives on things that I'm sure most people never even think about. Well done!
Thank you
I know a brother who went to Ghana because he thought it would heal him. I tried to tell him it doesn’t work like that, and he got so upset with me. He ended up going over there and creating chaos.
I really appreciate the honesty you guys brought. Am a kenyan living in a different African country too. Whatever you said is absolutely true. The struggles are not only foe people who came from Abroad to Africa, these are struggles you'll find even when moving from one African country to another or any other country. The underlined key word in all this video I would say was "Be prepared" mentally, financially and physically.
Another beautiful point I would love to mention, which you also mentioned, is the AA attitude! Honestly, Africans are hospitable people, but some of the AA come to Africa to critique the ways of living here! They criticize everything and everyone! By doing so you not hurting anyone but yourself! And once you show us here that you are trying to demean us or show us your are better than us, African will show you the side you never saw. They don't indirectly accept colonialism! They will make your life miserable. 😅 so thanks for enlightment.
Exactly, Thanks for watching!
Don’t accept colonialism? Yet most the continent was colonized.
Moral of the story: Build yourself up in America FIRST. You not going from poor in the states to rich in Africa. Have your shyt setup and actually know how to handle your finances. You’ll be good. I don’t understand the people that travel and aren’t willing to embrace different cultures. They give us Black Americans a bad look.
For the first time in decades Afrikan leaders are taking concrete steps to remove all these unnecessary red tapes among Afrikan countries. As a South Afrikan I really don't understand why I need a visa to visit a fellow Afrikan country and why other Afrikans need a visa to come here. It's like we're now voluntarily perpetuating Neo-colonial practises which is disgusting. Afrika should be Afrika for all Afrikans both here and in the diaspora.
@@datruth470😂😂😂😂 facts.
Great, informative, well rounded video. Well played, y'all! I didn't realize that relo to Africa was so common.
Definitely appreciate those video, thanks guys...i would DEFINITELY visit but i don't know about LIVING there, but that's would be anywhere, of course u should visit first before making a final decision and taking to account what u can live with and live without... Love HONESTY videos showcasing the good and bad when relocating, thanks again guys!!
Majority of people's problems comes from within. This is why moving to a new place will not necessarily fix people's lives, because they are bringing their problems with them. I'm not saying us black people should not move to Africa. I'm saying make sure you fix the problems you have within before you move.
Very informative! The way i see it, if Europeans, Chinese, Lebanese etc can do it, then so can we. 💪🏾💯
No WISER words were ever spoken: "... if Europeans, Chinese, Lebanese etc can do it, then so can we."
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Preach 🔥🔥
They have their own governments as support mechanisms, that assist the families and help the set up, besides Africans have a warped love affair with non African people
Exactly and especially for u guys it’s also your forefathers land….period
You guys have been outstanding..brief and precise...
Thank you
@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE welcome
Thank you for imparting honestly. Misguiding individuals is very dangerous and hurtful. It's so important to be prepared and receive accurate, realistic information and have links to communities from whence you came while acclimating to your new environment. Thank you again for providing truth.
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I do appreciate what you are saying.This is a very educative video. Good work my brother and sister. Thank you for being truthful about my home country South Africa. Being in South Africa is like being in first world country but in Africa which is referred to as a third world continent.
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Greetings family! As an African American now planning my third visit to Africa for relocation preparation purposes, I completely relate to (and deeply appreciate) this content. I do believe, however, that Africa can heal returnees if we are meaningfully well positioned, have the right mindset, and keep the right company. A huge factor that helped me in my introduction to the continent was being encouraged to train my mind to get rid of preconceived notions and expectations. From there, I was able to fully “connect” in every sense of the word. Thank you for the wisdom around knowing the whole story. We won’t even have a chance to receive healing in the Motherland if we are unprepared, uninformed and lack a strategy to bond and build with our people. If we are prepared - as y’all brilliantly teach - the magic will surely happen. Salute! 💪🏾♥️🖤💚💛
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If you are in need of healing, please don't come to Africa. We've got enough of our own problems. Rather come when you are well. It'll be better for all.
Correct? Africa is Not a Hospital
True!!!
You know what really makes me angry is when people come here to Africa on holiday and spend their time in lovely places and go back home with wonderful lovely stories but have never LIVED here!!! There's a huge difference!!!
Thanks for being honest.
Always!
Thank you guys for being honest .
No problem
This needed to be said.
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Crime is devastating no matter where it happens to you. I am more interested in how the police respond to you and what health care services are like. Thank you guys for sharing.
Great vid fam ❤
Love the content happy to join the family😂❤
Thank you so much.
Have you heard of Mark Meets Africa (this is the name of his channel)? He's an African American living in Tanzania. He's an incredible dude. Very impressive. He has a lot to say regarding the topic you're discussing in this video. Thanks for sharing your interesting words of caution.
Yes we have met him. He is a very good person.
We are better wtf ..think!? …WE BETTER PERIOD
Very informative. Thanks for sharing.
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It's so great to hear honest talk about Africa.People from Africa are tough and resilient. We have to be
My Nigerian wife and I have been discussing relocating to Africa in the near future. I have mainly been looking at Ghana(where she has lived for some time in the past)and South Africa. I have done numerous hours of research on the subject matter; and, as an African American who is used to living in an area where I feel very safe(yeah I said feel safe and yes I am in the US there are still very safe areas here folks)she and I have been concerned with relocation and crime. Not to mention all of the corruption as well as the differences in quality of life. By no means are we trying to make it seem as though where we live is the perfect place, but we definitely would prefer being somewhere safe. I don't see the point of spending the time and effort to relocate just to realize that we are in a worse situation than in the U.S. I strongly believe that with all the calls to return to the Motherland that there should be a more streamlined process for those African Americans interested in relocating to Africa. I believe that many more AA would love to relocate to Africa if a few things were more appealing. Yes, I realize everywhere has crime, issues, and room for improvement, my point is many AA are looking for an improved quality of life, and many are hoping Africa would provide that. Yet, many AA are doing their research (as they should) and they are weighing in on the life they have in the U.S. and what life is like in some African countries and they feel that its better for them to deal with the demons they know rather than the unknown demons that could be hiding in the shadows. That's how many AA have explained it to me. Let's just say that an AA family would like to move from Chicago to SA. That family may feel that crime, for instance, isn't better in SA; so why relocate? Basically, if Africa is truly serious about welcoming AA to their home, I feel that one or maybe a few countries should put forth a conscious effort to make the process easier, combat crime and corruption, and improve quality of life(frequent power outages, cell service, internet access for example). My fellow African brothers and sisters please do not misinterpret my comment as something negative towards Africa. Africa is absolutely my favorite continent hands down. I am just providing the view of why many AA come to Africa and are disappointed, discouraged, mislead, or whatever the case my be and they choose to leave.
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just stay back until its done, there is certainly no hurry!
I get where you’re coming from. What I’ve heard as a South African is AA saying we do not market/promote the beauty SA has to offer, and what the Diaspora has to understand is that South Africans are very self aware people and we know that we’ve only been a democratic country for 30 years, we are a very young democratic country and we are still working on our country. Yes, there has been great progress but we’re still so focused on making it GREAT, and that takes a lot of time, if you want to come over, sure no problem we’ll welcome you with open arms, but we’re still grinding and fighting a bigger fight behind the scenes that many don’t see. Eg equal pay in corporate as a black person. There’s a lot of work that needs to be done BTS that is not visible to the eye. But everything takes time.
@@sindiswamsubo9519 I completely understand your point as well. I don't mean to sound as though I am being negative or criticizing, because that is not my intention. I just wanted to bring the thoughts and feelings to the table so that you all know how we feel and the concerns that we have so that it can be worked on. Thank you all for accepting us and working hard to address the concerns that we have; we really appreciate the hard work you all are putting in. I can't wait to visit.
@@devonselvie2260 Honestly thank you for sharing! , I love learning and hearing the peoples perspectives so thank you🙏🏾 , I really hope you enjoy yourselves when you do decide to visit ♥️
My FREEDOM is in my ancestrial land....AMERICA!!! ☮❤🏹 (Peace, Love, and Indian Soul!!!)
My sistah I said the same thing ,they have some of us running Africa but my ancestors die on this land.
Washte! ❤️
So is this couple still living there? I get the feeling most people want to live there because they don’t want to be around white people or people of other races.
Agreed but what is this "indian" soul stuff?
That’s for the honesty and being straightforward.
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This is such a great piece. And I know you’re aimed at a specific target audience, but your content is relevant in far wider circles than you might think. Point in case, I’m a Sandtonite and my late fiance was a born & bred Michigan boy. He (totally unprepared) packed up all his worldly possessions and headed for Africa, expecting everything to just be like a fairy tale. Good grief did he get a shock. He loved it here but he JUST COULD NOT ADJUST. Culture shock is real.
I truly appreciate you both for what you’re doing. We’re planning to visit Africa for the first time in 2024
Glad we could help. Thanks for watching.
What have you been waiting for, you missed out.
I have lived in Africa (Nigeria) for over 25 years and have never gone back to the USA.. everyone is different.. Nigeria works me, also have 4 amazing kids and a beautiful Nigerian wife.. period
Thank you for your honesty. I too have told the truth about my experiences in the countries I visited, i.e. South Africa. A friend and I spent a Month traveling around SA and we experienced some negativity - shady characters following us, drivers and hotel concierges warning us about wanting to walk instead of riding in the safety of a vehicle or seeing the walled residences in the better neighborhoods vs the shanty’s in the townships - a clear indication of potential criminality. On the other hand I have visited places where I felt more secure, more safe and I have happily spoken about those experiences (Botswana).
This is really good video because you hit on everything people first encounter. Thank you. I will be sharing this video with everyone who wants to come to Africa. It breaks my heart to see so many black americans feel dejected from Africa. Also, the arrogance will become a two edged sword because when Babylon falls, anyone associated with Babylon will be considered a refugee. There will be nothing to boast about, in fact we might even be rejected and looked down upon. Please let me know how I could reach out to you. I will be in Joburg later this fall. Most High Willing
Our email is in the description. Thanks for watching.
As a Nigerian American, I finally found my route in the USA. I’m always prayerful for African Americans moving to Africa including SA. I wish the continent is like the USA. God bless us all.
Why do you say including SA?
Please don't wish everything like that in US. There are a lot of good things, but systems in America are cruel and serve the elite only and are designed to keep minorities and poor at the bottom of food scale
For those who wish to relocate or visit South Africa please do try travel agencies and don't just move to any country without an agency to assist you.
Those that are wise among us can succeed anywhere on Earth! The unwise among us can fail anywhere on Earth!
Thank you for your honesty.
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I think some people who go to Africa (from America) are trying to keep a mindset that doesn’t mesh with the Africa culture. People aren’t as open minded as they think. It’s best for people to follow their own heart and purpose vs what people say about a place.
True
This needed to be said! As an African American in Africa, you really have to caution yourself around SOME(noticed I said some not ALL) Africans. They will smile in your face, call you my sister or my brother and underneath they only have bad intentions for you. I'm not sure why, but every African American isn't rich and I really wish Africans would stop believing this stereotype about us. Xenophobia really saddens me, if those people who suffer from this, could take a step back and really see WHO really separated us, they would see who they are really upset at, the same people who has fed us all a pack of lies.
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Even if you're originally from the country but immigrated to the US and visiting, you have to be careful.
I Hope I can go to Africa Next year in 2024. What part of Africa do you livs in, & do you do consulting and meet with people in person? I'm Glad I stumbled across your Channel.
Thanks for the facts the real deal
Why would a American black move to Africa !? Make it make sense ..
Here in SA we have our own struggles and issues...but we dont give up and South Africa is beautifull.
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We love our country'
Several of my South African acquaintances have been held up at gun point in SA,
Thanks for the video, great information
Glad it was helpful!
Good video!
This is true. Any place in the world you move to is not going to be a piece of cake! You just need to know why you are there and keep rolling with it. If you are not called to it then you don't have a reason to be moving really because it takes so much from you but it's never a waste to experience some place different. It takes courage. It's only fun if you are tourist.
Absolutely, thanks for watching
The mainstream media have shown all the bad things of Africa. We do not expect our brothers to tell the same thing.
We expect honesty
But at the same time you cannot deny the truth
@@gibson2675 Mainstream media have been showing that for decades but they do not show the good parts.
Then again its about you knowing what to expect when coming to Africa. Not just coming with this idea of Africa being heaven on earth. Actually if you think about it critically, those who do come to the motherland with such expectations and dont meet them usually leave mad and furious and some even take it to social media to express their dissapointment which would be to some peoples joy (cause lets be real, there so many people out there who only want to hear the negative side of the continent) . They see that video or clip and be like "you see what we've been trying to tell you?" So yeah i do somewhat agree with you that people should help in tryng to counter the negative depictions of Africa but also people should be realistic as well and try as much as possible not to sell another somewhat wrong narrative about the continent.
@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE but the media is already showing the world the negative side and you don't demand the truth from them. It's not true that Africa is all bad as the media shows you. Before coming to SA, what are the positives that you learned from the mainstream media about South Africa?
THANKS FOR YOUR HONESTY
Hey guys, love you clips, having AA visiting SA makes me more proud of being a South Africa dispit our challenges which is experienced in every country.
I would suggest any AA wanting to visit SA gets in touch of a local who might be on you channel to accompany you so you do not get taken advantage off. You more than welcome to get in touch with me at no cost😂
It makes you proud but anyone else visiting pisses you off?
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We want open-minded people, those willing to integrate with society, and those ready to advance Africa's development.
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The problem in Africa is the same as it is with black folks everywhere in this world. No unity. If black folks loved ourselves the way white folks love themselves, then we could build up Africa into the greatest continent on the planet. Everything we can achieve starts with love of our people. And connecting with our people. Uplifting our people. Nothing will improve before that happens.
I'm starting to see that in a lot of videos (not this one though) - that the main complaint is basically "they don't speak English well enough for my comfort" and "I didn't feel accomodated".
I can't fathom moving to a country in the hopes of putting down some roots and not learning the local language. Not learning the customs. Not learning the maps. Not learning the history and past conflicts. Not learning what the country is working towards as a people. It baffles me.
I really want to visit in the near future and have my sights set on Rwanda and neighboring countries. I'm hoping that if I learn Swahili, French, and Kinyarwanda it should cover that region at least. There are soooo many languages and cultures but I've got to start somewhere.
Which lane are you in. It can't be both.
@@jacklynnmjackson2383 You see two lanes?
The different regions of Africa have different cultures. It needs to be said that not all Africans welcome Americans with open arms simply because they share race. It is also so very true that people cannot be "healed" by leaving the USA. In reality, some Americans may feel as outsiders in Africa and may feel they are treated differently than native Africans. "African Americans" are not African automatically. Americans will be foreigners in Africa.
Black Americans don't understand or have never been taught or even comprehend that within a single country over 200 separate tribes with their own customs histories goals and prejudices exists live fight and kill each other daily even in the most advanced and modern African nations. They self segregate their own populations from each other and given half a chance will commit genocide on their neighbors because that is just the way it has always been and always will be in their minds. Not saying this to be racist but from actually talking with people from Tanzania, Kenya, Xhosa, etc.
All praises to THE MOST HIGH! 🙌🏾🥰 TMH HOLY ABBA is so Great 🥹 I was literally just telling my family last night that TMH led me to the understanding that I must leave this place! (America) and that I believe HE was pointing me to South Africa! And then I clicked your video and heard you say "Shalom" and "THE MOST HIGH" 🥹🥹🥹 TMH is so Good ! I thank HIM for confirmation! I could cry! I love it when I feel TMH is so near!!! May HE continue to lead and bless you and your family and loved ones! And keep you all! Thank you for being our eyes on the ground ♥️ I love my family Yisrael so much and am so honored to have a name amongst HOLY MOST HIGH ABBA'S Family 🥹💖🙌🏾 My beloved brother and sister you are greatly appreciated! ❤️
Thank you so much. Blessing to you and your family and may TMH protect you on you journey.
The reason why they leave is because African Americans are more American than African. In the US, Africans experience a Black/White divide. in countries such as South Africa, there is not just Black and White; Blacks are split by tribe - often with the animosity of rival gangs in the US. African Blacks are not as unified as African Americans assume they should be.
Many South African Blacks see African Americans not as cousins, but simply as a source of tourist revenue; or as soft targets for mugging. How would I know this? I have lived in both places, for 3 decades each. And, no ROS, is not my real name.
If I sound less than positive, I am very glad that you guys are sticking it out in Africa, and sharing your experiences in detail.
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This is impressive. Admitting that its not easy. But I think the benefits outweighs the losses. More AAs need to move here.
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Yes, and hopefully, they bring educated and advanced minds to put to work in Africa to help it improve
Well as a Black person, I will have to say, I would rather stay in a place with the “enemy“, I know rather than the one I don’t know. Age wise, as far as traveling to a lot of places, that ship has sailed for me. But I am happy for you two. May The Most High be with you 2 especially in your youthful years. It’s a real blessing that you have chosen to travel at this time in your life. Bet you can guess where I abide, or can you? 😂😊
The Most Sensible Comment ive read on this Thread ! ... WE ARE NOT AFRICANS , PERIOD ! ... Why do ppl think we were SOLD/BARTERED here in the 1ST PLACE ... Africans DON'T sell their own brothers & sisters ??? NO SUSTAINING ETHNIC GROUP DOES THAT ! ... That is a Fairytale the Colonialist/Enslavers Fabricated ... to misguide our ppl away from our TRUE HERITAGE & TRUE IDENTITY ! ... We were BARTERED/SOLD from the African Coasts , AFTER being dispersed from our TRUE HOMELAND (Deut 28:68) ! ... Europeans concocted 'Red-Herring' LIES , to keep our ppl from searching in the right direction for TRUTH ... Why do you think it was FORBIDDEN for us to read for almost 400YRS in this country ??? ... When Africans migrate to this country , they still retain their name & country of origin ... they are not called that Mis-Leading , Deceiving FARCE of a name: African-'AMERICAN' ??? ... & they are NOT lumped into 1 ADJECTIVE/EUPHEMISM Called 'BLACK' ??? ... They are STILL Congolese , Sudanese , Ethiopian etc ... They don't call them African-American , & they are every bit the epitome of that moniker ! ? ... This back to Africa Dispora has ALWAYS been a Smoke-Screen , Manufactured & Contrived to distract our ppl away from their TRUE DECEPTIVE PURPOSE ! ... When & Why have europeans EVER told the TRUTH to outsiders , when it wasn't to 'THEIR' Benefit ??? ! ...
Good point. Also if you are a victim of crime it is nearly always one like yourselves. And they fear encountering a person speaking another language as they are after money not violence.. That is because they are familiar with your thoughts, habits and response. In Africa a person is far more likely to ask what tribe you are from than country. As that is of more importance and some tribe occupy several nations.
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No problem
Yeah honestly is crucial 100%❤❤
Absolutely
Really appreciate you guys. I never really took moving to Africa seriously, but after hearing you two I'd DEFINITELY never move there. Besides, why would I move there when all the natives are trying to move to America? That's hustling backwards 😂
Grass is greener on the other side. If it's not, you should put work into it to make it green for yourself. They wanna move to America based on a false picture of America they have. Once they are here, they realize how difficult life is and how cruel American systems could be. But, I believe you could be better equipped (educated) and can make it better not only for yourself but also try to bring positive changes there
It’s not about where you’re at. It’s about how you deal with life and things that come your way. It’s not about race it’s about you and your ability to adjust. People who were raised in one place become comfortable with the culture you were raised in. If you relocate to a different country you will likely have significant adjustments to make. That’s right you have to adjust to your new location because you’re nuts if you think your new location will adjust to you.
Great video period.
I love your video. We are a family of five that just relocated to Zimbabwe a little less than 3 months ago. Please let me know if you all are coming this way.
Okay, thanks for watching
Welcome home. Mawuya!!! 🫶🏾❤
Iam in texas dalls will be moving back soon.
Excellent advice. I'm white South African born here. My advice is if you come live in South Africa choose a neighbourhood that is a s similar as possible to a culture you will be comfortable in. Network with good people, travel agencies, church members, other Americans who have lived in South Africa long enough to advise you etc. who can refer people that you can trust for certain services etc. Learn to be street wise in Africa. See how middle class live and conduct themselves and how they keep themselves safe follow their example etc. Eventually you will find it much easier once you know how to go about things.
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A Home is not a place, home is a feeling. This is Africa, please feel at home.
We do thank you so much
You have to have be a high end professional or entrepreneur to make it in Africa. You have to have local people on the ground that you can trust and that will look out for you. Maybe tag along with an African person who's living in America when they go visit their family.
Thanks for sharing
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