VIDEO: Don't be Deceived! Ghana is Falling Apart! - Ghanaian Blogger Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah
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- Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah is a Ghanaian blogger and writer. She is a Communications Specialist and commentator on public policy. Nigerian Citizen Journalist Kayode Ogundamisi met with Nana in Accra to discuss the emerging energy and financial crisis in Ghana and issues relating to gender inequality and Africa.
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I m moving to Ghana if the lights go out ,I’m going to light a candle and be in piece, until the come back on, because it’s better that being in America. People here are being gun down everywhere by police because they can you can’t ride or sit in your car for being harassed by police, food is being poisoned, we being sprayed with poison. Everything that America offers comes with consequences. There are teachers here who should not be teaching blacks, because they work hard at making children think that they can’t do the work or average. Leaving for a piece of mind, and better life.
Well said.keep out of America and build your own countries
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Ghana needs our support. People should consider moving there with a mindset to build and develop. All the complaints being made, though valid, are the same complaints that were once common when the describing the UK. But hard work and determination brought about the current state. Ghana has massive potential. Don't go there expecting to be fed, go to develop and help others. It has only being independent from colonial rule since the 1960s. Give the nation time. We can do it! We have to start somewhere.
+Christopher Blake *1957 😊
I agree with you we can build it up if we pull together on it's crisis running away don't solve anything it only leave it open for China and other invaders to come in and do what we should do ourselves I am black in America together we have a lot of people with different kinds of talent that can pull together with Ghana and build it up the airlines needs to open up and bring us home our homeland is suffering it needs us and we need it.
Zephaniah Blake - bravo ! If you think Ghana is falling a part check out some videos about Detroit Michigan in the richest "country" US INC on the planet
Zephaniah Blake i like the way u think i gotta plan we need to start raising money in america first tho
I am going to be visiting Ghana for a month this summer to study abroad. I am reallllyyy considering moving there. I want to help build and develop.
Her complaints about the ineffectiveness of the political system in Ghana sound exactly like the complaints Americans have about the ineffectiveness of the American political system.
What's your point?
exactly
The U.S system is not like the ones in Ghana and other African countries. The U.S has checks and balances that you don't find with most African countries. There's a reason the U.S hasn't had any coups recently.
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BEFORE GOVERNMENT THERE WAS CIVILIZATION, AFTER GOVERNMENT THERE IS DOMESTICATION.
ALL COUNTRIES ARE HUMAN FARMS, THE WORLD IS A COLLECTION OF FARMS. DIFFERENT FORMS OF
GOVERNING ARE IN REALITY LIVESTOCK MANAGEMENT.VOTING IS AN ILLUSION OF CHOICE GIVEN BY THOSE IN POWER TO THOSE WHO ARE NOT IN POWER. WE GENERATE TAX REVENUE TO ENRICH THE ELITE. THAT IS THE REALITY.....FREEDOM IS NOR RULERS AND NO SLAVES......DOES NOT MEAN NO RULES
She is so smart! It's true when it comes to the superficial aspects of the United States the funny thing is many of us want to return home because of the raw opportunity
I love her honesty. Thanks
I happened upon this interview by accident and, man was I impressed by the answers to the questions that were posed to this most intelligent Lady. Her view of the problems that face the women of Ghana was so vivid and honest that I had to go back and look at the interview again. I have a very good friend and her sister who live in Ghana and suffer from the request for Sexual favors when they are out looking for work just to sustain themselves because the men hold most of the money and the power that money brings. It is a damn shame that the Govt. do not pay more attention to what is going on right in front of them. Is it because the majority of the Govt. are Men?
wow such an intelligent woman God bless you
Queen Nana Darkoa. What bravery to speak on the social injustices that take place.She is well informed and well educated. Basic humanity is the simplest of rights. Shes talking about fundamental needs. When you don't provide these things as a government you hurt self and you hurt your people. And other countries see you. You must help your people Ghana before you can be seen as an important player. Consistency is key. Think of it. the better things are , the more people will want to visit.Tourism. that means if I come to Ghana I bring my money with me. it only benefits the country.
I can relate. As an American, my country is far from a model country, too.
That Lady is so eloquent.
Proverbs 14:34
Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.
What a highly intelligent woman, she should stand for president!
We don’t need her...she complains too much ....she gonna sell us out to foreigners
Bro, complaining is what developing countries fucking need most, don't be a bitch, there are problems that need fixing, acknowledge it and do your part.
thank you for telling the truth . but we black americans can help the people of ghana. believe
believe what exactly?
Much and much much more can be done when we come together. Visions of Ghana; She is like no other!
This Sister is the best, speaking truth to power, we can and must do better in Ghana and through out Africa. I hope she runs for office I will support her 100% with cash and respect because that's what it takes to win. I Love Ghana and will be moving there soon, and want it to grow into a great country the power source can be fix through investing in solar energy which will create jobs their is lots of work to be done but it takes all hands on deck to make Ghana a model country for all of Africa we can do this. keep up the activism my Sister.
nice.... more people should think as critical as she thinks
I`m glad you are there to speak for the people of Ghana, and tell the government to work for the people there and make the country better place for the people in Ghana. So I`m proud of the people there in Ghana and I can see they love they country. So I`m working with our government in our Embassy here to see Ghana prevail on they margining they energy and health care and financial crisis. So keep doing a great job and God bless you and the Ghana people and country.
To the Ghanaians in the diaspora, let us consider returning to the motherland. Ghana really really needs a change. We are far from being the gateway to West Africa. Let us not kid ourselves, other African countries like Kenya, Botswana and Namibia (just to mention a few) are on the run and making the changes they want to see. Let us rise up before we get into the shock of being left behind completely.
Solar panels from China , decentralize your energy or create ghanian businesses that make your own solar panels ..you have all of the minerals and resources right there. Just a thought
minerals and resources does not finished product make.
Stay away from china. China should stay away from africa. Build your own panels.
now things are slightly improving.....come down and help....dont just talk. all talk and no action doesnt make nation
What a goldmine of information...well-spoken!
Lagos is a peculiar place even in Nigeria. It is a city that has a population closer to the whole nation of Ghana. She could feel safe in Abuja, Enugu or Calabar in Nigeria. Lagos has really tarnished Nigeria's reputation. The two countries on many levels are similar actually.
Nana, first time hearing you. I stumbled upon this video just browsing, looking for something about Ghana to read. Glad I found you. The most perceptive and articulate expression of the Ghanaian situation. would love to follow you on any social media. Please give me leads. I feel there is a lot to learn from your smarts.
I will choose Ghana any day over Nigeria.
Who give give a fuck
great video im still saving n crowd-funding to move to Ghana Africa..... ppl have their perception on the US i truly think where you live depends on that individuals lifestyle... its always abt compromise... n the bigger picture!
Great aspirations, have you moved yet?
Well done! I thoroughly enjoyed your line of questioning and Nana's articulation on these social themes was really incisive!
nana, beauty and intelligence , hope things change since 2015
my Queen u should run for President I would support u .Does she have a CZcams channel
How long will it take for individuals in power to make the needed changes for the betterment of the people all over the world? Not just in Ghana, but for everyone in the world. She is correct in bringing these issue to the front as it relates to women issues, and people in general.
Things changed now since after this video a lot of Black Americans moved over there. I also know that some of my ancestors came from Ghana, Kenya, and Senegal.
This woman is highly educated and very articulate. This was very informative... Thank you
I love CZcams!! Thank you so much for your information!!
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Fantastic lady like the way you speak
Are we really laid back as Ghanaians? That's a strong misconception about us as a people, held by many a people I have come across, including a cross-section of us, like you, Nana Darkoa. We are rather tolerant and very calculative of the consequences of our actions. I guess we pass for being laid back because we are not abysmally aggressive as a people. As individuals, I'd rather say we prefer 'jaw-jaw' to 'war-war'. Notwithstanding, I dare say we are sitting on a time-bomb, because of the gross irresponsibility of our leaders. The cup is gradually becoming full. The inate Ghanaian spirit we are imbued with is being provoked, and soon there is likely to be a very positive wave of passive aggression against the leadership of our country.
Hey Iloebsa, thanks for commenting. In my view we are more laid back than tolerant. I agree that we are not abysmally aggressive as a people and I think that is a good thing. I don't even feel we jaw jaw that much because I think if we were really having constructive dialogue we would be taking on board some of the feedback and somehow moving forward...I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts
Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah
Hello Nana Darkoa! Your claim is quite bold and debatable. Ghanaians certainly, and generally do not fit into the laid-back category. To say we do not agitate and hold our leaders accountable is not wholly the case. Again, one will be making a grave error in asserting such, granted that we are a population of diverse geo-cultural demarcations. Why do you think other countries within the sub-region think Ghanaians are 'too known' (pidgin for 'assertiveness')? Remember we were the first to agitate and obtain our Independence in the sub-region. We were also the first to engage in legitimatizing illegal overthrows of elected governments i.e. coup d'etats.
Having lived all my formative days in Ghana, through my respective stages of schooling to the University (UG, Legon, and a VANDAL for that matter); through my postgraduate studies and stay abroad, I shall always disagree with people who perceive us, Ghanaians to be laid-back. You're right if you say, many of us are very swift to saying 'Fa ma Nyame' ( Asante- Twi dialect which literally translates 'leave it to God'). However, most of those who say this do it worriedly and emotionally because they do not have any other better ways of resolving whatever issues warrant/ed such sayings. I can't vouch for recent Primary and Secondary educations, but I do recall the spate of student demonstrations during my O'level and A'level days in the 80s through to the early 90s in protest of oppressive dispositions of school authorities of our days. Need I make mention of historic pre-colonial agitations, and the more recent disputes and agitations among our various traditonal settings, notable among which led to the fate of the late Ya Na.
I have had the opportunity of traveling across our neighbouring countries, and I can attest to the fact that immigration officers at the various border posts I have been occasioned to go through feel Ghanaians are 'too known'. At best I dare say we have certain pedigree when it comes to civilility in demanding our rights, which many across the sub-region have difficulities in dealing with when they accost us at their border posts. In addition, I think it is the little civil liberties that most of our neighbours perceive we enjoy as a people, and also wish they had, when it comes to the rule of law, eventhough we take what we have for granted, that make them admire us. You may be right by wishing we are compared to the best in the world, but there is always going to be those we are better than as a means of respite and relief from untoward and wanton stress of striving to be among the best.
A lengthy comment this time around. Thanks for appreciating my comments.
Every country has an issue. The nightmare is everywhere.
Why aren't they using solar?
exactly...that is what i want to know...if i was an African millionaire I would have the solar game on smash in Africa....that is easy $, the technology is easy to setup and it is affordable...I heard Akon is doing his thing with the solar tech in parts of Africa...
Shamaryah Hayah I was thinking the same thing. They could be a model on how to move off the electric grid. Especially if you are using generators for 24hrs sometimes.
@Alana Weaver , Solar would take the strain off the main grid which will allow more power for factories. Also, solar is more sustainable for homes because it allows you to cook without burning charcoal.
The politicians in African countries are fraud, that's why Ghana and other African countries can not go solar.
@Alana Weaver
It's a start. Must start somewhere.
Wonderful. Beautiful expressed. Giving me further knowledge and understanding of the things going on in Ghana. Blessings to this piece.
Well then you are very lost... cause what this woman said is plain idiocy.
Each to their own walid. Blessings.
Thanks so much Sandra. Much appreciated
This video is very old. With the coming of this new government, things have greatly improved since then, although a lot more still needs to be done.
Love dis beautiful sister telling it like it is..
I love my country nothing wrong with it yes leaders etc but we are better than most in africa
Ek L , just because we're "better" doesn't mean the obvious problems aren't problems. We just suck less than everyone else, that isn't good by any stretch.
xx xx. Hahaha. True Talk !!
Everyday ghanaians are creative n hard working people. Most times ith politicans who hold up progress because of self gain we in the african diaspora most also lend our support and technical skills wear needed to help build up african nations we as black people wont be respected until african nations are respected
this woman is beautiful
Thanks for making the documentary
mshomefire mom mondays this is old information things have changed for better now
powerful articulate sister.
I just realized this was in 2015, meaning Mahama was still in power. That explains what she's saying. Things were horrible back then. I'm so glad we voted him out. But there's still so much more room for improvement.
Smart women... straight talk.
nkwasias3m if you want change, be the change you want to see. it will take time before you see a leadership of no corruption. Stop talking bad about Ghana. Even Americans are facing the same thing
PILLARS OF SUCCESS so true
We love Rawlings because he loves Farrakhan!!!
Sista get a generator for power outtages, or invest in solar, what about hydro electric plants, Come to the US. you will see politicians do exactly the same thing. Every country I''ve been to POlitics is mostly about rich men
With the coming of this new government, things have greatly improved since then, although a lot more still needs to be done.
Great post! There is definitely a need for a change in attitude, which is a challenge, because it appears people complain about corruption until they get in power (then they conveniently forget to do something about it as they become preoccupied with how to ensure they amass wealth for the benefit of their family and loved ones, ONLY!). Social Services Dept. is merely an office; I can’t even imagine a Food Bank or Women’s Shelter in Accra (it will be run on a who-you-know basis lol; I don’t think the extended family system is compatible with Social Services). Sadly, children are begging on the street when they should be in the classroom. People are in Accra looking for non-existent job opportunities because there are no economic activities in rural areas/small towns (unlike in a developed country). Moreover, some people only know what is as “normal” and cannot even conceive a system that is better than what they consider as “normal”. Some of us have had the benefit of having lived in different environments, and are therefore able to compare a system that works to a system that is clearly not working. The challenge is to persuade others to envisage something better than the “normal” and be willing to work hard towards a better Ghana (the work ethic in Ghana, in some cases, is terrible).
I don't care if nothing is working on the continent I'm still going to stay. I can do without all the distractions. I agree with better govt running the country properly and other systems within each country. We need to take charge and fix or at least attempt to fix the problems all across Africa.
Very informative, thank you
The answer is simple. Vote Mahama out of office. He's truly ineffective. I'm not oriented to any political party but it looks like Mahatma is very ineffective. There's always been problems in Ghana economically ,but this time its worse.
Pls get a new leader. If the new leader doesn't perform, u vote him out as well
Why don't they use solar panels?
People are leaving the 1st world countries trying to move to 3rd world countries and we are trying to become like them.
Irony .
We are coming to help our sisters in brother put Ghana back together again. Please understand don't think your going to get anything better in the US. Light a candle, buy lanterns stock up on water. get a generator. in the US the water , food and air is poison.
I believe there should be an update to this video.. What is the view on the current conditions in Ghana? Is it still on the way of 'Falling Apart'?
Energy crisis in Ghana is primarily caused by industry sector expansion.At a current growth rate of above 5% this year Ghana is in a good path for a better future
iam a sierraleonean american and i will tell this lady for free accra like alot of cities in the world is suffering from big city decease
a sweet lady
Thank you for the support. That's always been the game. So record their patterns then work around them. Then when they learn your patterns work your way around that. It was never meant to be nasty. I don't know what happened???
Politicians seems to be bout out internationally. The more financially independent, the better.
Politicians bought out . It's a shame. It's a global phenomenon.
Very informative interview.
excellent interview
I am thinking about visiting Ghana and this information was very helpful. Thanks Nana…you speak very well! Can you please send me your contact information…Thanks.
Just stay strong Ghana you have came so far and don't compare yourselves to the West or any other countries. The young and Ghanans abroad must help keep each other and become inovative. Give those Presidents a dead line to so produce on their pre Presidental promises or face impeachment.
I was thinking about moving there
😨😰😱😨
oh my goodnesss Lord!
why is China over there?
Real is Rare to fuck the population literally and figuratively and fuck the poverty out of the country. The Chinese know they must expand too many people they are migrating throughout the world. Besides the Chinese alone reduced global poverty by a huge margin
Real is Rare b’coz you are not here
I dont care whats going. We will make Ghana great!!! But first you have to believe!
Afrika Plug since when have we been believing ,till the poor die??
Ghana is still under the UK..don't be foolish!!
miseta email this the depiction of the lion on flat
How do we change that?
This woman doesn't know what slavery did to this people.. they just became independent some 61yrs ago don't compare them to the Americans or the British... They need sometime to develop.. all the money are in America and Britain, we build upon what we have but what do we have now apart from the rich minerals of which the Europeans are still even key on.
that why I like fidel Castro..
The world is falling apart.
When it comes to electricity what about solar energy panels and perhaps solar enery pods for each household ?
seems some of these politicians bring nothing to the table, in terms of experience, professional standards and integrity. I think the need experience in public service, traveling and living abroad to get an accurate understanding of what is expected of them. people of certain ancestry want to come home and build and be at peace. lack of power is unsatifactory, for the individual as well as the businesses. Public projects infrastructural developement eg.
hydroelectric, wind, solar, or hydrothermic electrical technologies to improve the power. generation through direct investments or partnerships.
Ghanaians are soft we need Rawlings back
Check the UN Gender Index stats where Ghana is just outside the bottom ten countries - that's out of about 185 countries
VIVA KWAME NKRUMAH! UNIFIED, WE (so-called Black people) ALL OVER THE 🌎 WILL MAKE IT BETTER !
Highly informative and very interesting, thank you very much!
All over the same not only ghana
So sad
I don’t know who u are. U do make sense and we need women like you in politics not the perpetual egotistical males who have nothing better to offer Ghanaians but girlfriends and loose talk. Form your party and campaign women will support u
Ghana has oil and gas. They shouldnt be strugling with energy problem. I live in an a European country that dont have oil and isnt using coals. So what is the problem.
Make it better, a group of educated and money making can help on that. How you grow a country?
we are happy with little peace we have........don't cause any trouble
It's now July of 2020 , is it time you run for political office?
where can we donate?
There is good and bad everywhere....
Kayode is that your voice?
I thought this was about economics not sex and sexuality, if I wanted that I'd visit a British main stream media site where they discuss gender re-assignment for five year old children.
nonsense ......things will continue to be hard......even americans are crying......Jesus Christ is coming give your life to Christ and stop commenting
That's the problem right there. There is no Jesus. Rely on your traditional spirituality system and not some white god. Otherwise things will never change...smdh
i think this is true but GHana and among other african countries are young,
remember its took centuries for america to improve and europe and so far the system abroad is not perfect . africa is young and we are the generation that is going to change things and reclaim our position . african politics is ruled by 1 world leaders. look at the economy the politic around african country with aid and etc. but this woman is generalising .
Binti Wa Mfalme and Malaysia??
you mean Ghana is not Wakgana ?
one of my female friends going to visit there. i think she has been chatting with someone on line. will she be safe there.
It's safe and peaceful
She has gone and come back. She actually ended up marrying the brother!
I heard Ghana has thorium mines, if that's so you could try to petition the government to build dry nuclear reactors using thorium fuel.
why can't they create solar farms...or even you flywheel tech to create and store energy...
make Obinim president and everyone will be millionaires 😁😁. God forbid
still better than south Africa now.......
This woman just been only negative, very Country have one or two challenges
Feminism is a western academic
Construct. The political game is the same all over the world. Both have an influence on Ghanaian social structure and politics.
sexual abuse of children is a major issue in western countries. Sexual violence is a fear all over the world.
Is it really statistically better say I'm the UK or USA.
I doubt it.