5 Favorite Countries African Americans Moved To | The 5
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African American expats are moving around the world. These are just 5 of them.
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Great video but...Please STOP telling Americans that they can move to a foreign country and “get away with speaking English.” The last thing we need is to export ignorance. The “Ugly American” stereotype is (unfortunately) real. If one decide to move to a foreign country, it is one’s responsibility to learn their language and customs. It is no ones responsibility to speak English for you.
And stop telling blacks
there’s any place less racist
Than USA
How pleasant could it ever be
👉🏽if everyone hate you🤷🏽♂️
Can barely deal with Americans🙄
Lol. Tell that to the Spanish speakers here. They can't understand a word anyone says and they don't care.
@@blupyxi5669 😬 that's ugly of you.
@@blupyxi5669 My sister started working in Los Angeles at the beginning of the pandemic (because of the pay) and she said its tough because the hispanics dont know a lick of english and dont want to learn. She said a Mexican guy said to her “This is Los Angeles , why you no speak spanish” 😂😂
@@coole324 ain't that some sh!t. Then they'll call the rest of us racist (though Hispanic isn't a race) for criticizing their not speaking English. AND GET THIS! The official language in Mexico is Spanish (a European language by the way). This double standard stuff is getting ridiculous.
I have lived overseas for the last 22 years!! If more people got over their fear of living somewhere different, they would probably not wanna live in America again!!! I'm doing just fine without Walmart and Olive Garden. lol
I’ve been hearing that a lot. Three more years for me God willing.
@Dog faced Pony Soldier Yeah, it's HORRIBLE!!! There are many places that are better!! The US would not even be in my Top 25 places to live.
@Dog faced Pony Soldier Too many people think they can't survive without Walmart or Olive Garden. That's just crazy. lol
You are so blessed i cant wait until i get the opportunity
Exactly
1) Panama
2) Mexico
3) Portugal
4) Costa Rica
5) Ghana
Panama is just an incredible place.
There are more Black Americans in the Philippines than all 5 of those countries combined.
@@wellbodisalone Why are they flocking to America?
Ghana is mostly a gateway to Africa.
Panama and Costa Rica are both great, I lived in both and currently reside in Panama
I moved to Spain and have been here for 4 years and it was the best decision I've ever made. I learned Spanish, got married and never looked back.
Congrats!
Yooooo that's what's up, bro!!!👏👏👏💪💯
This is what I’m talking about! Congratulations 🍾🎉
Congratulations
Are you keeping U.S. citizenship? FBARs and 1040s are a giant pain.
I moved to Portugal 🇵🇹 and love it here.
Glad to hear it sister.
On what kind of visa may I ask?
@@lasthour7132 D7 Resident Visa
@@kameelaheverglow oh ok! My family and I were in Tanzania for 4 months! It’s tough to get a resident visa there unless your starting a business or something! We back in the state’s now! I chose Tanzania because of the respect I have for Magafuli! He’s the best president in Africa I believe and Tanzania is beautiful! If you ever visit you gotta go to Zanzibar up the northern part of the island where they have beautiful beaches!
@@lasthour7132 I definitely want to visit Tanzania. I've only heard good things about the country. O want to go later this year.
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I'm selling Classic Cars I got into Investments with Stimulus checks and adding to it! I'm Depressed with Social media, News, Movies, Politics, Race Relations, Religion, or Spiritually & anything that America feels like being Angry just to be Angry!
@@timothybright7064 I assure you-you are not alone! I stopped watching the news last year. My tv has literally been unplugged almost a year next month. I think the masses are realizing what America is....
I just want to live somewhere with a reasonable cost of living, access to Fresh local fruit and veggies for cheap, and where I can meet other like-minded individuals. From this list, Portugal and Mexico seem like the best fit.
Portugal and Mexico are great but so is Costa Rica but I would also list Danang Vietnam on that list beautiful and very very affordable beach city.
Tanzania or Namibia
Try Turkey
@@MrMaziar58 Yes Turkey! Actually visited Istanbul years ago and they have the best food! Which is another must lol
@@ThereseZelyN I loved Namibia! I work there at US Embassy for two weeks and it was great! Beautiful place.. hot weather though
Rule #1: Move to places where at least half the population looks like you.
Move to Africa where You are from !!!!!!!
I mean I live in a multi-cultural city but that's asking too much. It seems racist to dislike someone because of the colour of their skin
I never met anyone that looks like me.
@@DallasBryant-rw1oh Who said they were from Africa?
Hydrolito, if you're a Black American and you think your ancestors come from Afghanistan, India, China or Paraguay, instead of Africa (eg Ghana, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, etc), feel free to hold on to such a belief. Whatever makes you happy.
I’ve been in Colombia the past 5 years and I don’t plan on leaving anytime soon
I like Colombia but I wouldn’t want to live there
@@tracywalker244 I feel you. It’s not for everyone. I lived in the DR for a year. It’s cool to visit but I didn’t like living there
Glad for you!
You’ve left to another culture
You will expand
As for “ME”
I am the protector of my women
So,
👉🏽I don’t leave them
👸🏽👸🏽👸🏽👸🏽👸🏽👸🏽👸🏽👸🏽👸🏽
Great to have you in Colombia. I lived in NYC for over 50 years and returned to my place of birth, barranquilla Colombia almost 10 years now and happy as fok.
Well Colombia is beautiful but the food is bland.
I'm not living in another country but I've traveled around the world. My husband was born in France. I strongly suggest not planning to move to a country without learning the language at least on a basic level. You will have less chances of being taken advantage of if you find yourself in an area where folks don't speak English. I also strongly suggest anyone moving to France to learn the language. In some circles folks may know English but refuse to speak it. In most areas outside of Paris you will have problems maneuvering without knowing the language. Learning another language lets people know you really care about their culture.
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I am considering leaving the states🤔🤔
@@JazzyBlessed1 minutes after the Supreme Court announcement I asked my husband if he would be willing to leave the US if the Loving decision was overturned and the red state I live in decides to make interracial marriages. He said yes.
I’m seeing more and more CZcams videos of black folks leaving the US.
I never had a problem with the French people not speaking English to me. They seemed happy to do so. I think it's all about your presentation. I was completely French-illiterate.
@@roundtwo3321it depends on where you are and who you are around. What I mentioned came from my French husband, my in-laws and natives that I know. All of them said that it mainly happens in Paris, more so than in other regions. However, at the same time, more and more people are learning English through watching American media, especially younger people. I'm learning French and more and more you see English words included in French, to the chagrin of the l'Academie Française.
I am in Colombia with my family now. We are really enjoying it so far. (Four months now) We still think it’s one of the best decisions we’ve made!
Congratulation i hope you are in cartagena
nice but our Colombian passport sucks big time anyway Welcome !
@@nestorfigueredo8159 why is that?
I’m looking at Portugal for me and my son. I’m setting things up so I hope we can move in 3 years.
Dido, my husband, I and daughter moving in two years to Spain. :)
What about Rwanda, or Kenya?
Same here. I’m working it now.
Portugal is a pleasent country. You probably will not regret going there.
@@jahbless4ever Too far
The houses & neighborhoods are always missing from these type videos.
Then go on vacation to those countries you're thinking of moving to. Nothing like actually being on the ground, exploring and seeing if you could live there.
@@Luboman411 Good point, but visiting is a lot different from residency. When you're a tourist of course it's going to be nice because you're coming over to spend money in another local economy and then you're going back home. When you live there what counts is what's your contribution to that particular neighborhood that you live in and what type of resident you are. Also, what do you pump into the local economy in terms of money or talent. Residency is much different from visiting.
What do you mean ?
@@mr.goodwinmbamacc4494 it definitely is but vacationing there is a first step to seeing if you'd even want to live there. If you don't feel like you vibe with the country on a visit you definitely won't want to live there. Plus if you're going with the mindset of it's not just a vacation but would this be a potential home you'll look specifically for things while your there that could help you make a decision. Unfortunately the only way to truly know if you like living somewhere is just to live there for a while. It's probably best if people set realistic expectations and if they have a fall back - what if I don't like it here? Whats my plan? Kind of thing.
@@xxgoodnevil17xx I just wanna live somewhere that’s not black n white
Costa Rica/ Panama combination calling my name. Great list!
I am thinking the same thing.
Let me just toss in _my_ two cents' worth. It's all well and good to be able to get _by_ on English, but if you're going to _live_ in a country where the official language is something _else,_ and classes in that country's language are available and don't _charge_ anything (as is often the case), it is the _height_ of irresponsibility and laziness on _your_ part to ask a country you are _moving_ to to _continue_ accommodating you in _your_ language. Take the classes. Do the work. Surround yourself with the language and learn it.
But many Latin Americans, Asians, and others, seem to be doing just fine living in the US for decades, staying in their respective communities, and never learning English...😕
@@yasminbarry7941 What do you mean _"...seem_ to be...?" What are you looking at?
I don't know because Muslims come to the US and claim they don't speak English the bulk of them. I live in Jersey City, and they are all over here speaking their language and always claiming they don't understand 🤷
@@reneecrane5344 Oh, they probably don't. I would have to say, more than likely, this is probably because the organizations in the US that teach English _cost_ something; something which, if you're a newcomer to the country, you probably don't have to spare. You probably have to choose between _taking courses_ or the sort of thing the average person would find a bit more indispensable, like keeping the roof over your head.
It's different if you're _born_ here, though. If you grow _up_ in the US, you can probably expect to learn English along the way, so the Muslims you refer to (not that this is just a religion thing, because it happens just as readily with African, Middle-Eastern, Hispanic and Asian immigrants just as readily) usually expect to have kids and focus on just making sure they learn _English,_ but _also_ retain whatever language the _parents_ speak, so they can translate between the languages as they grow up, and so help the parents to connect _indirectly._
It's different, though, in countries where the classes that teach that country's language _don't_ cost anything and all you have to worry about is _studying_ that language and keeping yourself _immersed_ in it so it's the first language you hear when you wake up in the morning and the last thing you hear before you go to bed. In an environment like that, where you don't have to worry about the essentials of health and hygiene, but the language is otherwise your main means of connecting with your environment, you soak it up. Of course this is, all too often, _not_ the situation in the US, hence the old joke:
Q: What do you call someone who speaks _three_ languages?
A: trilingual.
Q: What do you call someone who speaks _two_ languages?
A: bilingual.
Q: What do you call someone who only speaks _one_ language?
A: American.
@@yasminbarry7941 English is not the official language of the US :>)
Man I can vouch for Portugal. Visited old lisbon before Covid-19 hit. I never felt so free. Police didn't so much acknowledge my existence except to give directions. The food and culture was beautiful. We caught a world music festival that rival anything in the states. And for good measure. I even caught ANGELS on my phone while taking pics inside and outside of the church called PANTEAO NACIONAL. Just BEAUTIFUL!
Wow, real angels ?! That's cool !
Really? I experienced the opposite there and in Spain. No trouble with police, but was pulled aside for extra pat down and personal search security checks every time I went through the airports in Lisbon or Porto. A woman in the airport tried starting a fight with me for no reason, first shouting to everyone around in Portuguese about dirty foreigners while staring angrily at me, trying to rile people up before getting in my face and shouting at me. The passive aggression in both countries was unreal
@@NathanielNorman-uh7dl Sorry to hear that. No one should be treated that way. That wasn't my/our experience. As a matter fact when people found out we were American tourist they were helpful. Lol had a older white women tell me how she love the blues singer Muddy Waters. We had a pleasant vacay in Europe. Better luck next time.
I was on vacation there and loved it. It is on my top 3 list of places to move.
Panteao Nacional in Lisbon is a real spetial place.
It is buried in there some of the most important people that had wonderful souls from that country. No wonder there are angels around.
That particular pantheon is the only one in Europe with a black man buried, Eusebio da Silva Ferreira.
No other European country have made such a honored tribute to a black person.
I moved to Costa Rica 23 years ago, now I am heading to Kenya. I am white , but fell in love with Kenya. Amazing . Don’t limit yourself , do what your heart calls you to☺️
I'm thinking or retiring in Costa Rica and I am wondering why you love Kenya more? Thanks.
@@MIZVICKEY I run an international NGO in Costa Rica and Kenya. I fell in love with young women leaders in Kenya and a very close community of women from the Massai tribe that I work with. I am almost 70 and I want to live and work with other women for women’s rights and health. The women I know in Kenya are amazing. I am attracted to a more tribal lifestyle with close loving relationships among the women. It is simply a more woman focused culture and a place where I can make a bigger difference.
@@robbiePlanetaSano oh ok thank you so its more the people not the actual location that tipped the scale for you.. thanks for replying and continued happiness and success!
@@MIZVICKEY I will still have a place in Costa Rica, always, I love it. I live near the beach in Manuel Antonio , one of the most beautiful places on earth.
@@robbiePlanetaSano I would love to live near the beach, only thing is Costa Rica doesn’t have as strong internet as Nairobi which has all the comforts of home. Price wise they seem comparable but I can’t afford to move TWICE. Lol
Interesting how many Central American countries we are moving to. That diaspora connection is real
Yeah well, seems the Central Americans are trying to illegally flood over our border. In droves. Annoying.
@@fivepoints It would be foolish to think anything on this planet is "ours". We are stewards, and preventing people from participating in the wealth of this nation that was initially created illegally is silly. Also, I'm curious as to your sources and I'd like to know what represents a "drove" in real life.
@@fivepoints not all central American...in Costa Rica we good here...we may travel but we love our country
@@fivepoints It was even more annoying when your folks did it, too. At least they're not massacring people in their homes, like your folks did.
“Just because your born somewhere doesn’t mean your stuck there. ” making this a motto
I disagree I think y should stay in the country y were born in
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I come from a military family, served 21 years in the military, and lived in almost every country on earth! I chose to become a permanent resident of Costa Rica, and buy a beachfront home on the Pacific Side. I am of means. However, I actually live off 20% of my monthly cash flow. Yes, Costa Rica is a bit more expensive. But returns, safety, healthy environment, healthy foods, friendly people, Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. When I visit family and friends in the Police State of America, I only feel comfortable visiting 2 weeks, because of the stressful national environment.
Left los angeles 14yrs ago living in the Dominican republic bought home on the north coast
How is it down there? I heard it was racism there against the Haitians and darker people on the island.
@@lasthour7132 honestly everywhere has racism. A lot of the places on this list are racist and I hate to admit it but being “rich” a “first world” national you most likely won’t run into that issue.
@@Oll_704 thanks for your response. I never thought I would run into that issue just didn’t want to be around it if I could help it. In Africa I have not experienced racism there.
@Freedom Quest I feel the same way . It is places in the world that people aren’t worried about your ethnicity. The sad thing about the DR is I believe I read that the racism was created by encouragement from outsiders a high mindset that your better than those other people on the other side of the island. Someone is keeping them poor that’s why! The last shall be first and the first shall be last! Amen!
Dr - unless you are a browning but a dark skin you’ll hate it. Try Dominica instead lol
I moved to Spain 3 months ago. Never felt happier in my life
Great country i hope you live in granada province
PermanentMarcus, I want to as well. Any tips?
The biggest thing missing in all of these touristy type videos are jobs. Years ago, I read a book about where people should move to in the US. We actually picked our next city based on all the great things this book had to say except for one thing, my job (engineering) was NOT there. So, just like Atlanta GA for instance. Nice place but only for people in the financial industries, education and very little engineering jobs. These things are important in a move to another city or in this case, country. That's just the tip of the iceberg.
That true the Service Industry always going to be around its essential and always hiring depend on what particular job are offer rather its Retail Sales Grocery too Home Accessories ,Medical Field too Transportation which I know couple of people had relocated to them Markets and get In where they fit in our doing well without the extra depend on the individual or what there issue.. Now probably trying too open a Buisness or a Professional Field might be difficult which better to be in a smaller market or a place where its needed like A Cleveland St Louis De Moines or Seattle for instance same thing can be for oversees but one problem majority don't won't too be in those places...
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Unlike america who's boarders and jobs are open to illegals, in the rest of the world it is illegal to work.
And unlike the US, most of the people in these countries received enough education to know how to spell.
well if you're a nurse, nurses can go to a lot of countries because many countries are declining in population and they need nurses and healthcare workers asap ... my professor tried to get nurses in my class to go to Germany. The USA is also short on health workers as well, especially doctors. Most of my doctors been foreign doctors from China, Nigeria, India, and Nurses with a doctorate filling in for the Doctor shortage. Tech workers are essential for top tier international cities. For Low-skill jobs .. well Japan has been recruiting and change their immigration policies to bring folks in but this was in 2019 from the last I read about it. West/East African countries are definitely are must consider but they need to work on infrastructure a bit more and I could see huge expat growth there (just some ideas for people here)
@@PAPITO_49 You don't know what you are talking about. In many countries companies help you to get a work visa with the right skills. The biggest issue is the language, in a work environment you have to speak the language, and salary expectations which are seldom to US levels. Of course, if you work for a multinational and are hired as a high-level executive, then, you most likely will enjoy a better lifestyle than in the US.
My vote is dual citizenship. Thoughts, anyone??? :)
I'd have to have dual citizenship
Ghana allows dual citizenship.
I think that's a great idea
Agreed
I have dual in south afrilca
He not lying about Panama and Costa rica! My fam and I went to both countries and freakn loved it...LOOOOOOOVVVVVED IT!!! The people are gorgeous, food is delicious, and he was so right you won't be bored! Matter of fact when this covid is straight we are already talkn about going back! I tell you it's so beautiful to see ppl that look like you and we felt so comfortable it was awesome!!! 🇵🇦 🇨🇷 🥰😍🤩✊🏾
The cost of living in Accra is NOT cheap... The burbs yes, but if you want the comforts of home you'll be paying NYC/DC in Accra.
I'm living in Mexico now. It's great... But I loved living in South Africa above all the countries I've lived.
Best of luck for those seeking to go where you're treated best!
Thank You For Your Input
Tell these Benedict Arnolds💪🏽
What part of Mexico ? Do you have dual citizenship?
@@og-greenmachine8623 In England Benedict Arnold was a patriot because he was an English citizen fighting for England. The Americans were considered traitors because they were English citizens fighting against England.
Waiting for you in South Africa 🇿🇦
Very Grateful for the Closing Statement: "Just because you're born somewhere, doesn't mean that you're stuck there"... I've also heard many Black Ex-Pat's use the analogy Central Americans moving to North America as well as many from abroad to say that if those folk will move entire families to the USA then why couldn't YOU do the same? or even just yourself ALONE? People from all over the Earth do it day in day out Everyday...
Right. There's no law that says you need die in the same place you were born. Jesus was born in Bethlehem but He didn't die there. Racism is all over the place but it doesn't mean you can't find a place where your mental health isn't always under attack.
@Y Azzk...I get what you're saying but I don't think I could move from America and especially my family to another country not even for love.
@@AEvans36977 ...true but Jesus never traveled more than 200 miles from His birthplace.
@Freedom Quest....racism may not be in many of the African countries but they have so many other problems and prejudices.
@Freedom Quest Yes but it is has its local forms, mainly tribalism and religion divide, and affect the nationals only. So as a foreigner you are not targetted
Africa forever remain the Best Place, I Love Africa, Especially My Country, South Africa, But no Problem to go to any country in Africa, Africa is the Best 😁🙋♂️👋👋
Loved it. I'm glad that you put at least one African country on the list.
Thanks a lot!
China is taking over Africa... but let's look the other way and cancel the truth
@@Rodrilechan I was just reading about that. Sad...
China working like they did with the uighurs
The Uighurs used to have their own lands, but no more
I'm in Thailand 3 years. Grew up in Los Angeles, also lived in Montreal 8 years. It's nice here. Very friendly. Plan on visiting Namibia and Botswana.
Thanks for the likes. If you plan to travel here, feel free to drop me a note for help with your trip. Currently there are Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Montreal is dope.
@EIon Musk Funny. 🙃
So why am I here? 90+% of expats have Thai wives. If you're concerned about diet, vegetables here are great and easy access to good unprocessed foods. Thailand has good medical care. As a black american it's nice not too worry about all the usual traps, police, crime, etc. It's also nice to see another part of the world with friendly people and just be yourself. (Post covid)
All that said, I'm impressed by many places in Africa and ready to get out there in 2022. Thanks Elon, thanks everyone for the comments. Feel free to buy me a beer 🍻😂
If you can Check over East Africa for long term migration...
Thank you! Time to pack up & move off these grounds there’s so many other beautiful places that will accept us!
I definitely do not want to go to a Spanish speaking country. I live in FL in the USA and I want to get as far as I can from it. I’ve been thinking of Africa: Kenya, Ghana or Tanzania.
Karibu east africa
Did you know that Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world after English? Yes, I know Chinese Mandarin is as far as population goes, but if you're bilingual in Spanish and English you can be understood in most counties of the world. Pero claro, se nota que eres demasiado ignorante para saber eso.
Wherever you go you will need to speak an alternative to English and absorb a totally different culture.
Are you ready for that?
Perhaps you should look at a sabbatical or extended vacation, or you could misjudge your opportunity.
Whatever you do, enjoy and do your homework,don’t be underprepared.
I’m moving to Ghana soon
West Africa and East Africa are Culturally different....more so even the mountains, Terrain, climate, food and temperature of the Sea water on the coast...you need Holidays in each region to determine the difference that will suit ur taste.
Thank you so much for this video. This topic has been on my mind. Thank you!
Thanks. I've been living outside the states since 2013. There really is a whole world out there to explore and I encourage all the chosen people to get out and see the world.
So glad this channel came across my feed. Definitely subscribed 👍🏾
Thank you 💝
Currently living in Mexico & love it. Take the plunge!
What part of Mexico if you dont mind my asking? I live in South Eastern, NC and a Mapquest search let me know that a Drive from Home to Monterrey Mexico is Approximately 24 hours, which is something I can do with no problem... My problem is the fact that I have no real money... A little less than 10K put away in my TSP, and can never seem to add up more than a thousand a month with my bank on regular income... I'm the youngest of my siblings and also the black sheep... All my other siblings are all married with children & have great careers. I have none of these, just 50 Cent without a dream. I just know I need to get out of here and never look back... Any tips or ideas you know that could help me escape???
I’ve heavily considered Mexico
Out of all these, I think I'd choose Portugal, for it's proximity to many other European countries and the decent weather (not too warm, not freezing).
Great choice!
Agreed
It is not easy to become citizens from outside EU, mainly because EU is barring migration from Africa here is a list of how to attain citizenship, and remember you can not just move to Portugal, you have to show you can support yourself. www.expatica.com/pt/moving/visas/portuguese-citizenship-1030872/
@@ueks69 same as most other countries, you can only move to South Africa for example if you have a skill that’s approved under the government skills programme by government and if you have a job offer from an SA company or you can move if you have serious money to invest in a business that will pay tax in SA and that’s how some ppl obtain residency papers and eventually citizenship or you marry a SAn. If you’re not well educated (masters eleven and up) and well skilled or monied, highly unlikely you won’t move to SA legally. Americans only get 3 months free visa stay in SA. Hence why SA has such a big illegal immigration issue not just from rest of Africa & Asia (Indians, Pakistanis,Sri Lankans& , Vietnamese, Thai& Chinese amongst big offenders) but from westerners too…many from US, Brits get nabbed overstaying their visas here
I love Portugal it is one of my favorite countries I have visited. The people are friendly and beautiful!
That is so true about the food in Ghana. We brought Cacao, Shea Butter, African Black Soap, Perfumes, and healthy Snacks from Ghana. The food is so good there.
One key statistic about Mexico is that there are over 2 million African descendants in Mexico. There are higher percentages of African descendants in states like Guerrero, Oaxaca and Veracruz. There is even a town named Yanga that was named after an African who lead a successful slave revolt.
@EIon Musk Who said Mexican was a race? My point in bringing up the African presence in Mexico is because many are not aware of it.
People with significant amounts of African ancestry are only 2% of Mexico's population... On the contrast the highest percentage of African descendants in the region is Haiti and Jamaica, majority being "pure" darkskin black
@@Ozama1221 What is "significant amounts of African ancestry?" Many may consider any amount of African ancestry as "significant."
@@akken2112 atleast a little over half of their ancestry (60-100%)
@@Ozama1221 That's my point. To say that
Needed to see this thx!✌🏾👍🏾
I spent 3 full months in Ghana in 2019 and recently 6 weeks in Costa Rica: Ghana's too far, they want to overcharge you for everything, it's hard to get anything done from getting electricity/internet, a Western Union pick up its a nightmare in Ghana, and the plane ticket is quite expensive.
The Ghana pros: cheap fruits and vegetables, great weather all year round, cheap seafood, you can live like a king with 2,000 a month but if you ain't retired yet you've to create your own business. People are nice but very narrow minded and way too religious.
Costa Rica: it's not cheap, as a black latino I felt many times like an outcast (in the Pacific side) now in Limon (east coast) I felt better because everybody's black. You get easy access to interntet/electricity, health care, its only 3 hours away from Florida. Now electronics are way TOO expensive. Lots of people speak English. I'd pick Costa Rica because it's closer but if I want to feel 100 great then Ghana because we're all blacks.
Ghana does't work, wonder why?
@@kjhnsn7296 Gee you must be pretty bored to travel there. With such great places to travel in the world Africa with the exception of Egypt is the last place on earth I would ever want to go. But to each his own enjoy.
@@kjhnsn7296 Nothing to see in Europe, wow I guess you never were in Italy. The food, the beaches, the history, the paintings, the buildings, the weather.
@@kjhnsn7296 Yea not interested in Paris, plus the people not so friendly I bet.
Get lost.
Other African countries; Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho. I live in Thailand but the world is beautiful!
@@autobotdiva9268 Namibia is beautiful! Lovely people. Go out at night under the stars in the desert! There are more visible stars in the Southern Hemisphere. My jaw would drop. As Psalms say; "The Heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament sheweth his handiwork."
Agreed, all those three of my neighbours; Lesotho, Namibia and Botswana are beautiful, politically stable and safe. Also they aren’t overpopulated, small population size and laid back attitudes with enough development that the big cities you won’t feel like you’ve been thrown too much out of the loop
@@autobotdiva9268 I’m currently living in Bots but wheew I miss some things in the US 🤣🤣. Ideally I would do 6 months here and 6 months in the US!
@@loulout.9000 Yeah, SA is closest to US when it comes to amenities but with enough crime to make one reconsider.
Namibia, Botswana have racism issues.
Out of all of the Countries listed (Panama/Mexico/Portugal/Costa Rica/Ghana).... Portugal is the best overall in every category except for learning the language as Portuguese is fairly difficult (e.g. Páo vs Paó one is pronounced Pon "Bread" and the other Pow "Dick"). Not bashing the other countries on the list as each has their own beauty and elegance. But the beauty of Portugal and the ease of traveling to any other country make this a no brainer! Also if you are a teacher and or medical professional. For American teachers make around 42K Euro which is around 50k USD and just double the average for medical professionals. My friend spend two years as a travel nurse in Lisbon and they made 225K USD but only spent 34k for living....
Thank you for sharing your interesting and informative videos! God Bless You! :)
TY, This was quite informative.
I loved being in Panama while being in the US Army. It reminds me of my birth country Philippines. But if you hate tropical weather. Then it isn't for you.
Btw, black folks from the US should also consider the Philippines. Everything is cheap, they speak English, and many of their beach towns, are ranked high on many travel magazines.
Are you Filipino?
@@Bryn_Raschaul yup!
@@Dapper_Dean cool. My coworker immigrated from the Philippines from the 50s. She’s sweet
I visited nice place and people
They speak English,cheap living cost, beautiful are pointless when it comes about safest, Philippines the least unsafest country in South East Asia.
Really love you touched on the financial part of expat life. On the side of retirement planning now.
This was a great list and video. Thank you!!
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for this list of wonderful places!
I've been to Costa Rica as a tourist. Beautiful country, friendly people. But it is hands down the most expensive country I've ever visited in my life. And I've been to England before. Costa Rica tends to attract high income earners from the U.S., Canada, and Europe. Therefore everything is priced on the higher end. For those considering moving to Latin America, I would suggest looking to Mexico and Colombia for more affordable countries to move to.
Side Note: Even as a tourist in arguably the most touristy country in Latin America, I still had to know a good bit of Spanish to get around and get what I needed. Don't travel to these countries thinking you're entitled to the locals having fluency in English. You are in THEIR country. If you make an effort, they will go out of their way to help you. I find this to be true no matter where I travel.
I have lived abroad in Europe for 12 years, 2 different countries. Had a great time visiting many other countries. I don't believe I will ever want to return to return to the US to live mainly because of having less stress and better income security.
The best thing I can share is every country has pros and cons. If you have the means, explore and see what countries may be a good fit for you and where you are in life even if you are considering migrating or simply visiting. Don't let fear be a hindrance and try not to impose your fear on to others feeling more adventurous.
When you visit, try to learn the culture, some language even if you are visiting, enjoy the foods, arts, shopping etc. Make friends and simply just learn taking in a different perspective to life.
If you are Black/African American, definitely broaden your horizons. Sadly, there are too many in powers of position rolling back the hands of time and increasing the discomfort we can feel simply trying to survive life. There are places where you can simply just live like everyone else.
Did you experience any discrimination in Europe? If so, I’m what countries?
@@knight1fox253
Hi, I won't lie to you. There is a chance you will encounter someone who is unwelcoming however, it is the exception not the rule and often not at a systemic level.
I have lived in Sweden and Germany. I have visited, Malta, Turkey, Switzerland, Finland, Denmark, Norway, Latvia, Greece, and London with rarely an incident. There were 3x I dealt with some form of discrimination. Once in London with an English colleague, a guy. Twice in Sweden from female colleagues. I would argue it was more jealousy than racism.
So true went to visit the home of my people, Italy and what a place. Going back after the plan demic is over, I can become a citizen since my grand parents were from there. Only thing stopping me is the health care system. As much as people complain about it here, my wife and I have never had a problem. And we both only have Medicare which you loss if you leave the US. Good luck where ever life takes you, you sound like you have a plan and are executing it, that today is quite an accomplishment.
By the Grace of God I Will never move from the United States Of America this is True AMEN AMEN
I've thought about both countries. Germany would be a smaller learning curve because I learned the language in HS/college. I think Sweden would normally be my 1st choice of the two, however, I don't agree with how they've handled the pandemic thus far.
I would love to see you expand this great list to10 & do another video. In addition to Tanzania, Sierra Leone & possibly Senegal would make great additions.
Awesome videos.. very informative❤️ Thank-you for sharing 🖤
the first thing that an american must to do to live abroad is to learn new languages,i've seen a lots of them living for years in others countries and they only speak english ,for example in Costa Rica
Yes. Saw a video where a guy was complaining about how hard it is to make friends in Japan then mentioned he barely speaks Japanese. Ok
I think they start communities if they can't find friends
True! We ALL Need to get as far away from the "NON-SYMATIC" Language. Myself too y'all. It's weird that the youngest tongue wants All Indigenous Tongues to use it's language??? For reasons deep in spiritual context. Let's Research Family!
Foreigners do that when they move to the US and expect everyone to speak their language. Miami #1 prime example.
@@AngelGarcia-mr4pl I’ll definitely attest to that. I had a lady get upset with me when I was out at Dadeland mall because I couldn’t speak Spanish.
I am White American from Oregon. I moved to Cameroon in 2017, retired beginning of 2017. I married a wonderful woman originally from Northwest Region, we have a small farm, and building our house on it in the suburbs of Yaounde, political capital of Cameroon. Less stress by far, and my retirement goes far here. I pay around $100usd per month for everything. We grow a lot of our food, yet buying meats from the Muslim area is advisable. Life style here is a change, simple, but takes a bit to get use to. Not easy to have things sent in from America. I do see some advancements like a Mall finally built here, with very few stores so far, no fast food places, no McDonald's yet! America has become a difficult place to afford , but also very dangerous! I made a excellent decision, I turn 68 soon.
We love you for making this video and for sharing this specific info about GHANA...Salute! I appreciate all 5 Costa Rica, Portugal, and Panama...LOVE. Thanks a ton!
Great channel Brother,Keep them videos coming!!!!
Thanks. Interesting content.
Great list! I loved Costa Rica when I went last February. I knew I would live there one day. I will be moving there soon.
Good choice
What city or area? I've only been to San Jose. Very curious about Limon.
Great video, thank you for this. Salud from your Puerto Rican Brotha.
Straight to the point. Love it!!!!!
For AA the best place is Africa....my sons are half black and live in Accra,Ghana...They feel at home,secure and with peace of mind....As a Mother I know no one touch my kids...no racism there!
I lived in Santa Marta, Colombia from 2018 to 2020...now I'm in Dar es salaam, Tanzania and OMG.....I fell into paradise.....these beaches are gorgeous. The women are an experience and it's all good.
Ghana is a great place for anyone who wants a peaceful environment with good security and safety… its a developing country with many positives and some negatives as well but the positive sides will surely beat the negatives. 🇬🇭🇬🇭
No sensisble black in America will move to underdevelope Ghana for anything.. majority of Ghanaian if given the chance will move to South Africa and better countries in Europe
@@fesderi3933 you're insane
@@fesderi3933 aren't South Africans killing other black people who aren't from their country?
@@fesderi3933 a Nigerian hater
They have peace but no jobs. No jobs equals bribery and corruption everywhere.
Thanks for the information 👍🏾
I relocated to Italy. best decision I have ever made🌧🇮🇹
Horrible economy an too racist!
Isn’t Italy incredibly racist?
@@newnewyorkcity7180 racist yes but Italy alone has the economy equivalent to half of Africa
@@stewart2589 Italy economy is garbage It is only based on tourism!The pandemic have destroyed Italy. Also what Africa has to do with me I am not from Africa!Im an indigenous American!
@@stewart2589 Yeah but they did a lot of evil things to keep it that way.🤷🏾♂️
Thank you!
I'm Portuguese and everyone is welcome!!! Try the Natas .
Great list of '5' -- there are definitely more but this was a good intro to these places. I agree with another comment here though-always try to learn the language and customs of where you live.
Ghana is a beautiful country. The people are among the nicest and hospitable in the world. While assigned to the US Embassy in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, I had the opportunity to visit Ghana for work and pleasure. In Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire (when I was there with my family in 2001-2003), there were a lot of Ghanaians, there mainly for employment.
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@Yumi Aphrodite i am a Ghanaian living in U.K.. i bet you we love and respect Black Americans as our own and there are over 5000 living in Ghana. So dont be sad, and be happy. All the blacks in the diaspora are welcome to settle or visit Ghana, the Motherland. Much love!
Please could you tell me details. How was it living in Cote D'Ivoire? I definitely want to visit and may consider living there...
@@elizaliza7734 cote d'Ivoire is francophone so your knowledge in french has to be good. Also the culture as you are coming from the English speaking country. It's a good country especially the capital and has similar culture like akans especially Ashantis in Ghana. Will advice you to visit first and also try Ghana and the Gambia.
@@elizaliza7734 ....It's French speaking and Franco phone Cultural overtones.
If Ur below 30s u can adjust slowly and Learn Not one but 2 languages.
U will be best Served in English Speaking Countries cos ur Ready to Go.
All AFRICAN Countries have their Natives Lingos..
In East Africa (Ke, UG,Tz Rwa,Zam)we are Strong in English and Swahili..
South Africa English and Zulu
Very informative. Thank you. 😊
Portugal sounds really good plus it's gay friendly. It's tuff being blk & gay. I just want to live
Brother I feel the same exact way. When you're black and lgbt there really is no true safe place for us to live and have a happy life
That is a HUGE concern for me...I don’t want to be harassed because of who I love. I might as well stay in USA.
If you’re truly comfortable with self no matter what it is you can live in peace anywhere
@@CoCo-yv3hl being called names, not being able to hold your partner's hand in fear of a hate crime, I wasn't promoted because I'm gay, I've been turned down for an apartment because I'm gay, can't enjoy my self in a restaurants because ppl look at u like you're an alien, or look at u like they literally want to kill u, my parents r always telling me to be careful and r fearful, demonized in media and many other areas without even saying anything. It's not as easy as u want to think it is.
@@Cloud-ql3oy I hear Indian countries you can’t show PDA.... hope you can find a happy place... a lot of ppl are holding back their true self and being free is the most amazing feeling wish it for everyone 🥰
Can you do a video on counties or cities for single custodial parents please🙏🏾. This video was excellent!!
Been thinking about moving for a while so this video was helpful!!
great video with thoughtful commentary. thanks, I have a start and thank you the encouragement too.
Thank you very much!
Check out Tanzania and the Gambia, are increasingly becoming top destinations for black Americans.
South Africa 🇿🇦 Cape Town
I have a friend that moved to San Felipe, Baja CA. on the Sea of Cortez. She owns an art/ photography store.
Your stuff is brillant. My coworker told me he wants to move to Belize. I'm going to have him watch this.
Hey, Have not watched this yet but a black friend just came back from Germany and had a blast, a serious blast, right before Corona madness set in. Ok, time to sit back and chill, thnx
The Sun rises over the Atlantic and sets over the Pacific.
Everyday, right?
Can he edit this? lol
Haha!!! The joke is on you!!! Google, sunrise over Pacific in Panama!!!
@@troman5000 That was the point.
@@larsedik The point was, the statement in the video is correct. We don't need to qualify it.
Nicely done. I'm interested in Costa Rica and Mexico.
I've always thought about those countries, I'm thinking of moving to one of these countries in the next 5 years. My mind is made up.
Fun fact Costa rica on the Atlantic side has a large black Caribbean population that speak English and is like being in Jamaica but more safely
WTF is a "Black Caribbean"
population? They are Africans or just Black people.
Same...we are going to Costa Rica for a month to see how it is. Does anyone know how to link up with other expats there?
@@MrAmhara Caribbeans who are black? Not every West Indian is of African descent. Stop tryna play the semantics game 🤦🏾♂️
Great list! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Everyone in Ghana, not even Accra, does not speak English. There are over 80 considered languages and no matter where you are in the world, if you are different and dont know better, sellers will try to overcharge you. I do appreciate his effort to share some relocating possibilities.
Although English is the official language of Ghana, as you said, not everyone speaks it, not even in Accra. However, most do speak at least a little bit of English. Hail 🇬🇭!
Most speak English in Ghana even if pidgin English. Problem is some foreigners including blacks go there with an air about them thinking they are superior. Let yourself feel at home and would be amazed at how well you adapt. Applies to all countries.
Thank you. I immediately thought this when he said that. Plenty of people all over Ghana, including Accra, do NOT speak English. I do not call only knowing the words Good morning, You are welcome, Yes, No, Bye Bye "speaking English."
This happens in every African country, including if you’re African and living abroad .
@@eleayeproctor9490 Most people in the Accra area speak various levels of English. But as you go north, to places like Kumasi or Sunyani that percentage drops markedly ... then, keep heading north up toward Tamale and there is a steep drop in the percentage of English speakers.
I like Ghana 100% Blacks
@Yumi Aphrodite every Ghanaian person that I've met are super nice and always exude positive energy
People who are saying they would live in AFRICA are TROLLING. Most people know that Africa is a CONTINENT and not a country. Just like if I said I'm moving to EUROPE 🤦🏾♀️. Resist responding to these trolls.
This was an excellent and informative video. You all rocked it.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts
I'll moving on up like Weezy. With these moves. Black 🖤 excellence.🕌🕋👑💄 Do what u got 2 do not 2 survive. Or stay alive. Just thrive. With these top 5.
Black excellence outside of America
You bought every bit of that pamphlet
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A friend who visited Panama said the humidity is brutal. As is the poverty.
Lol 😭😭
It is what it is.
😅
Sounds like Florida.
The humidity is seasonal and location. I spend time in David and Boquete and it is comfortable year-round. As for poverty try visiting a few USA cities.
Thank you. I have been looking at Mexico but after watching this video Panama has peaked my interest. 💕✨
1.Panama
2.Mexico
3.Portugal
4.Costa Rica
5.Ghana
Great video. Sign me up!👍🏼
Love it! More Americans should be so brave to move to their homelands. I hope you live a blessed life ✌🏻
Thank you. I enjoyed the list. My husband and I are looking at Costa Rica.
Thank you 🦋
Great vid❤
This was very interesting. Mexico is definitely on the expat radar. It's an amazing country! Thanks for putting it on your list.