The Real Reason That I Hate Kenya (#74)

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  • @SabbaticalTommy
    @SabbaticalTommy  3 ปีที่แล้ว +485

    🇰🇪
    (watch the video)

    • @xyz-cm6bb
      @xyz-cm6bb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Watched !! ❤️

    • @boyofficial3348
      @boyofficial3348 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      nairobi is so dangerous and inside nairobi their is many thief be careful

    • @idemilidominic2115
      @idemilidominic2115 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Kenye must baddest country in African

    • @garissacommunityjournalist2765
      @garissacommunityjournalist2765 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Watching..thanks for highlighting my Garissa 👊👊

    • @irenedavo3768
      @irenedavo3768 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Did you see Jigger Victims 🦶 🇰🇪

  • @fashionover7456
    @fashionover7456 3 ปีที่แล้ว +253

    Tommy actually gets stopped in the street by fans! Look at that. You're officially one of our own Tommy and it's sad to see you go. Next time you come back we're giving you an official Kenyan welcome at the airport. Asante kwa kujenga jina la Kenya. Tutapatana.

    • @angelbrito5058
      @angelbrito5058 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Are you paying off the guys in customs? 😝

    • @mowlidid3636
      @mowlidid3636 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@angelbrito5058 she will

    • @eastlandoqueentv
      @eastlandoqueentv 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/dbaGyqXwcyE/w-d-xo.html

    • @EuricoThrasher
      @EuricoThrasher 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The guy i know has to be there

  • @wafula.b.musiko1421
    @wafula.b.musiko1421 3 ปีที่แล้ว +315

    This felt like saying bye to a friend who even though i met for only 2 months, we had a hell of a time. Safe travels Tommy. You are always welcome back here!

    • @eastlandoqueentv
      @eastlandoqueentv 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/dbaGyqXwcyE/w-d-xo.html

    • @deecee4310
      @deecee4310 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nonsense, he’s a privileged European… the end!

    • @FatherDingo
      @FatherDingo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@deecee4310 He's not even from that Continent, why do you shit on Europa? Don't slap the hands that feed you.

    • @deecee4310
      @deecee4310 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FatherDingo what are you talking about. He's visibly European....Are you ok?

    • @FatherDingo
      @FatherDingo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@deecee4310 Also no, He is not European and asking if I'm okay, because I call you out on your ignorance, is super telling.
      Why do you hate Europeans and what did we do to you in particular, as in the present? I'm honestly curious.

  • @scottbryant7070
    @scottbryant7070 3 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    You are an excellent travel youtuber
    So empathetic to people
    Humble and wise.

  • @stevenwanders7784
    @stevenwanders7784 3 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    I lived in Nairobi for six months in 1999 and your video makes me miss Kenya so much. It’s a beautiful place with beautiful people. I have so many amazing memories and friends there. I’ve been able to go back a few times and plan to return in 2022. You have to visit Eldoret if you return. The Rift Valley is gorgeous.

    • @eastlandoqueentv
      @eastlandoqueentv 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/dbaGyqXwcyE/w-d-xo.html

  • @HarharMahadev-bb1hi
    @HarharMahadev-bb1hi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    You changed my view about Africa in general. I hope to visit Africa and Kenya someday. Thank you. You are the best travel blogger. Very genuine and fun.

  • @joelhansen7373
    @joelhansen7373 3 ปีที่แล้ว +413

    Kenya is probably my favorite country in Africa.

    • @Tata-bd9nx
      @Tata-bd9nx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      🥰😚🙂

    • @alexchui3511
      @alexchui3511 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Copy that. Many share your sentiments. Welcome.

    • @joleenmasha
      @joleenmasha 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Your'e always welcome

    • @Polex12345
      @Polex12345 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Pls come to Ghana and see.........

    • @fridahiminza8659
      @fridahiminza8659 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      woow karibu na tunakupenda

  • @martinbonniciphotography
    @martinbonniciphotography 3 ปีที่แล้ว +507

    I've got to say that through your videos I can see how awesome Kenya looks on many levels BUT especially how lovely the people are. Hi to the Kenyan's that might see my message. From Malta.

    • @Dok2023
      @Dok2023 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Welcome to Kenya bro. Tommy has a way of showcasing a country.

    • @PembaImani
      @PembaImani 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi too Martin, welcome to Kenya

    • @martinbonniciphotography
      @martinbonniciphotography 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks @Mora Becky it is now on my must visit list.

    • @dancanyegon22
      @dancanyegon22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi too

    • @martinbonniciphotography
      @martinbonniciphotography 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi@@dancanyegon22 it seems we are both. guides.

  • @jimmychu_
    @jimmychu_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +95

    I'm a Kenyan living here in the U.S -- I was sooooo ready to find you when you return to NYC , and drag your ass back to Kenya If the title wasn't a Joke lolololol. Glad you enjoyed my home country man, I can see from the twinkle in your eye , that you'll def be back. #NextCountry

    • @user-qf9qd8pl8b
      @user-qf9qd8pl8b 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I was ready to fight in the comment section 😂

    • @beajustme
      @beajustme 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@user-qf9qd8pl8b me too I was ready with my keyboard before I even watched the video!!😂

    • @BS-kl9yf
      @BS-kl9yf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah, sounds like typical Kenyan behavior. The insults spewed online perfected from tribalism🤣.

    • @charleschacha6876
      @charleschacha6876 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@BS-kl9yf you feel so smart huh? Good for you. 😉😉😉

    • @maryjohn1436
      @maryjohn1436 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too was waiting

  • @Vince7077
    @Vince7077 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    I’m a kenyan in San francisco and this video just made me miss home so much. Thank you so much for this!!

    • @BigALProductions
      @BigALProductions 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m from SF.. I never met a Kenyan here. Nice to know!

  • @Secondmentt
    @Secondmentt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    East Africa - (Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda) has been so hospitable to Sabbatical. Thanks for showcasing all the positive of the region 🙏🏾. I hope this will change the narrative of westerners.

  • @augustuss4503
    @augustuss4503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +182

    Kenyan some of the most coolest people I have ever met, greetings from Tanzania 🇹🇿 pamoja sana.

    • @dhakomodherooherokoko6037
      @dhakomodherooherokoko6037 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      We love you too

    • @kaderathebeekeeper22m3
      @kaderathebeekeeper22m3 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love you too ❤️ 🇹🇿 🇰🇪 🇺🇬 🇷🇼 🇧🇮 🇸🇸 🇪🇹 🇸🇴 🇪🇷 🇰🇲

    • @Samual.adis.Najmani
      @Samual.adis.Najmani 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      My mother visited Kenya when she was pregnant with me so.....i've been to Kenya

    • @kingkevin442
      @kingkevin442 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks so much my brother. Mob 😘 ve

    • @1Marasa
      @1Marasa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Tzs are awesome too

  • @nevillegregory2751
    @nevillegregory2751 3 ปีที่แล้ว +531

    He doesn't hate Kenya, our guy is just playing along with the words, listen, it's sad though you are leaving 😪

    • @qrdnk
      @qrdnk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I´ll be there in December, no worries!

    • @EKKiaiMedia
      @EKKiaiMedia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      When I saw the title I was all worked up lol

    • @westmax8491
      @westmax8491 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      It's called sarcasm. Which isn't common in Africa

    • @J1WE
      @J1WE 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      3:17 hey was that you? Haha

    • @charmsiasia1843
      @charmsiasia1843 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@westmax8491 more like click bait but then again what do I know 👀

  • @jimmybogonko
    @jimmybogonko 3 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    Tommy is so emotional in this one. Travel can be hard man. Having to leave just when you feel you've finally connected with people you now have to leave. Sojourn brother. Keep keeping on 🙏

  • @averyangrygardengnome
    @averyangrygardengnome 3 ปีที่แล้ว +178

    Kenya really does seem like a lovely place. I'm very picky about my travel destinations, but Kenya is now on my wishlist. Greetings and love from Finland

    • @annwaruingi5038
      @annwaruingi5038 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Karibu Kenya.

    • @geemuthoni9999
      @geemuthoni9999 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Karibu Kenya

    • @ssuf
      @ssuf 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Finland is in my travel list. Karibu Kenya.

    • @charlesgithiri0017
      @charlesgithiri0017 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good on you . your welcome ..

    • @eastlandoqueentv
      @eastlandoqueentv 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/9gDtge5Jf5s/w-d-xo.html this is how a 2 bedroom apartment looks like

  • @trishaash
    @trishaash 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I'm sure there are some people who disliked this video even before watching it 😁😁😁. Thanks for promoting Kenya, Tommy, and welcome back. Looking forward to your next videos.

  • @busaboy8448
    @busaboy8448 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I visit Kenya every year and I felt homesick seeing you leaving just as I feel homesick when I leave.

  • @peteryvesclement364
    @peteryvesclement364 3 ปีที่แล้ว +627

    I lived in Kenya for four years back in the day. I remember my dad was reposted to Brussels in our second year but we stayed there because... why not? Great country, great people and way underpriced commodities (give you an example- the house we lived in in Kenya would probably have cost around $9,000-$10,000 a month to rent in DC where we lived b4: in Kenya, only $3,000 a month. Bread cost like 40 cents and last time I visited in 2018, the mobile plans were crazy cheap and my phone actually had service in a FRIKEN' ELAVATOR! *lookin at you T-Mobile*). Every time I tell people about my experiences in the country, they ask me where I got the nutsack to go to CNN's self-coined 'terror hotbed'. I dunno why but I take that personally and I ain't even Kenyan.
    Honestly, when I get the money and freedom- I probably will go back to raise my family there because... Why not? Kenya really is a great country and just needs to dust-up its government: if that is done, pretty sure we'll be looking at a Singapore in Africa by 2040.

    • @erickreiks1697
      @erickreiks1697 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Welcome to kenya🇰🇪🇰🇪

    • @backyardboy2020
      @backyardboy2020 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Thanks for your honesty.We have challenges all over.Greetings from Canada

    • @reduniverse8912
      @reduniverse8912 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      The government definitely needs a thorough cleanup

    • @backyardboy2020
      @backyardboy2020 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@reduniverse8912 that’s true.Maybe the coming government

    • @marynjeri1979
      @marynjeri1979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Waoo thank you for this comment is ever good.

  • @deengel0
    @deengel0 3 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Man, that was one big promotion for a country most of us barely knows. At least, you changed my perspective on Kenya. Hope, I'l make it to Kenya one day...

  • @58jumps
    @58jumps 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    What impresses me the most about your videos is not just how you're willing to go and speak with the locals (in whichever country you seem to visit) but how you do your best to speak with them in their own language. You've taken the time and considerable effort to do more than expect them to speak English, which, in my humble opinion, gives you better access and insight to those travels. Respect.

  • @mas2913
    @mas2913 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I have so much respect for you bro for having an immersive experience in Kenya. I was born and brought up in old town, the area where you spent a little time. Kenyans are amazing people. They are friendly, resourceful and survivors (as they have to), The biggest problem in Kenya like many countries is the political leaders and police who face zero accountability. Asanta sana Rafiki na nenda salama.

  • @MikaelW254
    @MikaelW254 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Ngumi mbwegze, Hugs & Peace Sabbatical. The video ends so emotional. You almost made me she'd a tear saying byebye.
    I like how you ended it with our National Anthem, Wow! You are a great, friendly, real & intelligent person. I hope to meet you one day. Mimi ni mKenya naishi California.

  • @poplife4411
    @poplife4411 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    Aww..I almost shed a tear..the anthem made it even more emotional. Hope you'll be back.

    • @AConnect06
      @AConnect06 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      With you Mutinda, in deed i did

    • @okvadvocates2260
      @okvadvocates2260 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hehehe

    • @sheilaaciro6336
      @sheilaaciro6336 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      African country should never compare with western country

  • @lydiathuku
    @lydiathuku 3 ปีที่แล้ว +182

    Heeey tommy its lydia thuku here and it was so nice being in your video i cant beleive i actually met you in person you have great eyes and like you said you will say nice things about kenya and actually did...i enjoy your content always😘😘

    • @SabbaticalTommy
      @SabbaticalTommy  3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      You were the best "stalker" ever!

    • @kangaroolifestyle4719
      @kangaroolifestyle4719 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@SabbaticalTommy 🤣🤣

    • @lydiathuku
      @lydiathuku 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@SabbaticalTommy hahaha you are worth stalking

    • @mwanafalsafa3613
      @mwanafalsafa3613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@lydiathuku unajaribu kumkatia! Mungu wangu 😂😂

    • @lydiathuku
      @lydiathuku 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@mwanafalsafa3613 haha chill just a light sense of humour but i look up to him koz i love his content and am a youtuber too

  • @i6207
    @i6207 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    To upcoming TH-camrs , that was a free tutorial how to do a review about a place ; exquisite . Nice job man , all the best and you’re always welcomed back to 🇰🇪

  • @mteokay1246
    @mteokay1246 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I'm not even African let alone been there, but this video got me emotional. Happy and safe travels dude. And thank you Kenya 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪

  • @JS-to3yj
    @JS-to3yj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    Those cops and everyone asking for “kitu kidogo” really pissed me off. However, that being said, I’m glad you overlooked all the silly small stuff. As a Kenyan I am embarrassed though. 🤨. Kenyans hate corruption too! 😡

  • @mwanafalsafa3613
    @mwanafalsafa3613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    I think I got a tear on my eye🥲 Tommy is a wonderful human being hope you come back again.
    🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🤘🏿🤘🏿
    EastAfrica Twasonga mbele pamoja

    • @mpendakiswahili3053
      @mpendakiswahili3053 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Tunasonga pamoja, wachana na wale kila mara ni kuwakashifu wakenya, uta dhani wao Malaika...

  • @Bernzy57
    @Bernzy57 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Excited for the next adventure! Been learning so much from these videos and enjoying the hell out of them. Much love

  • @simondaniell2482
    @simondaniell2482 3 ปีที่แล้ว +172

    As a Brit I can say my American cousin has done Kenya proud. Kenyan's are like no other, they really are the best!

  • @CephasMuriuki
    @CephasMuriuki 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    This has to be the best "bad review" I've seen. Been following Tommy for some time now since the early Tz days. The Kenyan content has been surreal and I'm sure you'll be back. Point number 7 couldn't be more true. It's our national embarrassment. We'll fix it some day. Karibu tena

  • @abdulrahmannoor6775
    @abdulrahmannoor6775 3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    I can’t agree more. Love this guy humor at the end. Ngumi mbwegze 🤣🤣. Fact: Kenyans are way cooler than most ppl I’ve met. One love kenya 🇰🇪

  • @abdinasiribrahim2054
    @abdinasiribrahim2054 3 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    Thank you so much, Tommy! People are obviously misinformed about Africa and that's not okay. It's true that we have issues, just like everyone else. But we do also possess abundance of positive things. Thank you for shedding light on this. The negative portrayal of Africa by the western world is not fair and I believe something should be done about it, and it starts with us. You have done a brilliant job. You have been a good sport. And good luck on your future endeavours.

    • @Samual.adis.Najmani
      @Samual.adis.Najmani 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      To be honest Africa and specifically East Africa is not that safe but yeah it's cool

    • @calvoh9715
      @calvoh9715 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      that neighborhood which looks dirty is out of reach for majority of people, but you still blame the westerners for our mediocre countries.

    • @tombimashri8149
      @tombimashri8149 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Food tastes good its mainly organic food throughout Africa.

    • @globallibran378
      @globallibran378 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well said, I concur

    • @stanleymureithimukara6714
      @stanleymureithimukara6714 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Samual.adis.Najmani where are yu from?

  • @dennisnyambane8530
    @dennisnyambane8530 3 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    This guy and Dave Mani are my favorite visitors to Kenya! Y'all are the best 👌 Tommy, you rock brruh!

    • @eastlandoqueentv
      @eastlandoqueentv 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/dbaGyqXwcyE/w-d-xo.html

    • @mickyjagah
      @mickyjagah 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dave Mani. One of my favourites.

  • @foxbat473
    @foxbat473 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    having been kenya as a zimbabwean i agree with sabbatical, the people there are awesome and their culture was srprisingly very similar to ours

  • @Utadowot
    @Utadowot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Kenya loves you right back for being true to yourself and others. Godspeed you champ!!

  • @Johndoe1y
    @Johndoe1y 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I'm proudly Kenyan. Your adventures were epic. From 'Everyone knows me' to Mo in Garissa 😂😂. I loved it. Hollywood script in the making.

  • @onalennasehume4586
    @onalennasehume4586 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I'm so upset you're leaving Tommy. It's been a great past few weeks watching you tour Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya. I will most definitely be looking forward to you visiting my home country soon (South Africa), fingers crossed. Until then, peace Tommy❤

  • @E.N.travel
    @E.N.travel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    I loved your African trip vids. the end makes me little sad . I know what you feel and your thoughts. looking forward to the next episodes. greetings from Belgium. Thanks Tommy .

    • @joleenmasha
      @joleenmasha 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have you been in africa before?

    • @E.N.travel
      @E.N.travel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@joleenmasha yes i did and stil have family living there. namely in Congo Kinshasa Matete district .

    • @joleenmasha
      @joleenmasha 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@E.N.travel okay that’s good

  • @bracoozito5461
    @bracoozito5461 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing how U have grasped the language in a short time . welcome back againg nice video..talk about Kenya to the world Ur our ambassador

  • @jeffteasdale8276
    @jeffteasdale8276 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    I live in Kenya & my soon-to-be wife is Kenyan. I'm from the UK. I had the same feelings before going to Africa (first went to Tanzania) & its embarrassing, even for a liberal minded guy to be totally wrong about my expectations. When they talk about developed countries they mean wealth - if was based on crime, murder, drug abuse, corruption etc. then both the UK (& also most of Europe) & the USA would be the most underdeveloped countries on the planet. Thank you for making & sharing these videos, & painting an accurate, respectful picture of Kenya. Kenya isn't without its problems: neither are our countries. But Kenyans at least haven't forgot to smile. Take care

  • @hk254lyt8
    @hk254lyt8 3 ปีที่แล้ว +259

    I love how you showed this side of Kenya. Something most westerners are shy to do. They’re only obsessed with filming poverty

    • @tsindaalpha7583
      @tsindaalpha7583 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      they show poverty to the world so that our governments can react and do something about it

    • @Saabshir
      @Saabshir 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Westerners have nothing else to show.

    • @hk254lyt8
      @hk254lyt8 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      @@tsindaalpha7583 No they show poverty in other countries to convince themselves that they are the best in the world

    • @RibeiroGames12
      @RibeiroGames12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@hk254lyt8 For real, that's why so many people from third world countries want to be a part of a first world country instead of their own country. We can look for example at Nigerians, Ghanaians, Indians who prefered to live abroad than help their own country development (and in some kinda of way i understand that).

    • @hk254lyt8
      @hk254lyt8 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@RibeiroGames12 Because the western media is good at hiding negative stuff in their countries

  • @mainakim2660
    @mainakim2660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Thank you Tommy for your honest feedback. I am glad you love the country Kenya. You are welcome again

  • @ExistentialismEnjoyer
    @ExistentialismEnjoyer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    Bruh, I've never been this emotional from a vlog

    • @AliAsadMo
      @AliAsadMo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You stayed in the room with Kenya 😂

  • @jd...5569
    @jd...5569 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Kenyan people are the most humble kind, respectful and down to earth I have ever come across and I have travelled and lived in several countries.

  • @mr_incredible1
    @mr_incredible1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a nice and emotional ending. I've enjoyed all your videos and it's sad to see you leave. Karibu tena! Godspeed on your next.

  • @beajustme
    @beajustme 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    This has been an awesome ride.....loved every bit of your visit to East Africa!! Much love and hope you come back and visit the places you said you didn't get to. Peace and love!!

  • @esphoneyondicho3384
    @esphoneyondicho3384 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Your stay in Kenya concided with my college final exams,your videos were a nice relief from exam pressures......thank you for the good content,welcome back again....#everybody knows me😂

  • @ngugijohnson6750
    @ngugijohnson6750 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Great video and you almost had me tearing up at the end. Goodbye Tommy and good luck. I hope your path brings you to Kenya again

  • @karimmusani7544
    @karimmusani7544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful tribute to the country and its peoples. Emotional ending was unexpected. Well made video from the heart. Love it. I was born in Kenya but moved to Canada at the age of 14. You make me want to go back, except for the traffic. I am sure you will go back and am waiting for your further, authentic takes on your travels.

  • @sharonmavis6428
    @sharonmavis6428 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You are amazing . Wishing you all the best on your next adventure. Thanks for making us smile 😊

  • @simkotec3091
    @simkotec3091 3 ปีที่แล้ว +202

    Tommy is in the habit of comparing kenya to Tanzania (in a competitive way) he's becoming a true East African.

    • @mwanafalsafa3613
      @mwanafalsafa3613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Kijana kubali yaishe. Uneskia mwenyewe. Kashasema heri akae na wakenya amefurahia hii nchii zaidi. Koma tabia ya kwenda kwenye kila comment na kushindanisha TZ na Kenya. Ukiwa na uwezo nakualika Kenya nitaku pokea vizuri. 🤙🏽

    • @simkotec3091
      @simkotec3091 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@mwanafalsafa3613 mimi kenya sio mgeni na tommy sio kipimo cha maendeleo, yeye anasemaga hivyo kama kuaga kwenye kila nchi anapoondoka hata Tanzania alisema hivyo hata kujiita mtanzania.

    • @mwanafalsafa3613
      @mwanafalsafa3613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@simkotec3091 wewe huwa nakuona TH-cam kila mahali ukijipima mavi na wakenya. Wacha hiyo tabia bwana.
      Niliona video za TZ hakuna mahali aliisifu kama hivi 😆

    • @saulgoodman707
      @saulgoodman707 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mwanafalsafa3613 unga bunga

    • @simkotec3091
      @simkotec3091 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@mwanafalsafa3613 Wakenya kawasifia sababu mna waabudu sana wazungu kuliko hata mungu tofauti na nchi zingine za Africa, hamna self esteem mnapokua na wazungu hata kujiita waingereza weusi lakini wenyewe kwa wenyewe mnakulana vibaya sana.

  • @antonymurithi922
    @antonymurithi922 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Dude, been watching you for two months and you feel like family. Ngumi bwegze to you too (double fist bump). The KE anthem at the end just summarised a great experience. All the best Tommy.

  • @zephgamez
    @zephgamez 3 ปีที่แล้ว +160

    i loved these kenya adventures!

  • @daStoRay
    @daStoRay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Times I've been emotional about our national Anthem:
    1. When a Kenyan athlete wins a race esp. internationally
    2. When Sabbatical pulls it off on me at the end of the vlogVid..
    3. When I used to get late to Primary School assembly and hearing it meant there's no way to escape the meeting between my but and an "instrument of behavior correction" traveling at the speed of sound. ..

    • @daStoRay
      @daStoRay 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ma.bratha.ma.bratha!

    • @djmems2545
      @djmems2545 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂😂😂

    • @swalehelshabiby5915
      @swalehelshabiby5915 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The best national anthem is of Kenya.

  • @enriquekings9099
    @enriquekings9099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Our 🇰🇪 national anthem is out of this world 🌎, it's emotional 😢
    Thanks Sabbatical for showcasing Kenya to the world

    • @millicentmumbi4581
      @millicentmumbi4581 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Marry Kenya be kenyan

    • @eveescaholuoch7214
      @eveescaholuoch7214 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      As a kenyan, I stop or pause when the Anthem track starts right to when it ends... It also makes me emotional 🇰🇪

  • @fashionover7456
    @fashionover7456 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This was such a wholesome video yaani. Literally fist-bumped my laptop at the end lol

  • @eberhard1991
    @eberhard1991 3 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    Man, this is the most emotional video you ever made. Surely Kenyans will miss you too. I'm not Kenyan.

  • @ndegwamugo9304
    @ndegwamugo9304 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    In Sub-Saharan Africa, Kenya is the third richest country in terms of GDP after South Africa and Nigeria. In terms of per capita income Botswana, Namibia, Seychelles, and Mauritius rank higher than Kenya. Kenya, just like any capitalist nation is disadvantaged by high inequality. Kenya is unique, we have tribalism and of course leadership with funny priorities. We can do better as a country. Am a proud Kenyan. Thank you Tommy for your visit to Kenya
    Stay safe. Thank you to all Kenyans who made Tommy,s experience here awesome and unforgettable.

    • @irenedavo3768
      @irenedavo3768 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you watch Jim Nduruchi 🇰🇪

    • @gman14
      @gman14 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@irenedavo3768 get out of here who are you always talks about nduruchi😩

    • @TheTororist
      @TheTororist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dasaky9028 i thought she was a bot for the longest time. ive seen her on youtube with the same comment for like 8 years now. then the other day i saw her actually engage someone in convo

    • @vavovidnica
      @vavovidnica 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Croatia salutes Kenya, capitalism with it s flaws is the only way!
      🇭🇷🇭🇷🇭🇷🇭🇷🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪

    • @gman14
      @gman14 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dasaky9028 that’s true in every positive video about kenya you see her in every comment go watch nduruchi 😀

  • @susannjuguna6448
    @susannjuguna6448 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the content. Rich and honest. I can relate with your experience. So on point!!

  • @msee254
    @msee254 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Never seen a foreigner cover Kenya so honestly. Kenya has its issues which we are aware of and wish we could change, but the people keep it livable and interesting. Great work Tommy

  • @Fm-MornStar2014
    @Fm-MornStar2014 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    One thing I hate in Kenya is when "Several Kenyans" describe their country as the worst to live in than any other country! They create a feeling of a "certain hell 🔥".
    Kenyans love your country please, it is the best home ever.
    Love from DRC. I'll visit once more.

    • @Anita-fn5cv
      @Anita-fn5cv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      We Kenyans love our country but the politicians and the police really let us down making some pple to hate the country coz of too much corruption and the politicians dividing Kenyans into tribes

    • @riseup4473
      @riseup4473 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kenya looks amazing. We have that in the United States also. Some people will never be happy. Love Tommy’s work. Respect from Miami, brother.

    • @TheLilly
      @TheLilly 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Anita-fn5cv I was gonna say the same thing 😂 Sisi huongea hivyo jiu-jitsu ya politicians. We say things like that because of politicians, I'm sure most of y'all can relate to having horrible statesmen and women. Other than that, we have a beautiful country and we thank God for that 🙏🏾

    • @smplfi9859
      @smplfi9859 ปีที่แล้ว

      America has all the same issues, some of our streets look like very rugged and unkempt. The one difference I think America has, is the corruption. If you had corruption by gov't officials happen against you, you have many recourse. But cross into Mexico and it's completely different. You can't trust any of their police, you don't know if they are on cartel payrolls or not. American police aren't perfect but they are leaps ahead of nearly every other country of our population size and amount of dense cities. Especially in terms of corruption. Use of force is 99% appropriate but there is many interactions and many people and some unsettling events are bound to surface on the internet and be replayed relentlessly. I like Kenya and plan to visit

  • @iTechPulse
    @iTechPulse 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    wow what an emotional ending plus the national anthem to make things spicy. we will miss you in Kenya tommy.

  • @MikaelW254
    @MikaelW254 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Sabbatical, Thank you for visiting and loving our country Kenya. I agree 💯% with you that we Kenyan people and leaders need to change how we talk about our own country. We sell alot of negativity and scare away visitors and yet we have one of the best, safest, most beautiful country in the Sub-saharan Africa. I hope every Kenyan sees this and changes. Travel well na Karibu tena kwetu Kenya!

  • @AndreTraveler
    @AndreTraveler 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey your videos are great.. Keep them coming 😃

  • @mrnorton999
    @mrnorton999 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    any chance you could do a comparison video about Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania/Zanzibar, which aspects you liked the most and least about them and expected costs etc

  • @aleksrutar8839
    @aleksrutar8839 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I forgot to like the video, so i returned. Glad i've found this channel, thanks Tommy!

    • @kaderathebeekeeper22m3
      @kaderathebeekeeper22m3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are welcome to visit too bro.
      That’s if you haven’t already 😁

  • @khamismohamed7357
    @khamismohamed7357 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    It was nice that you were here. Also remember you got to 100k subscribers in kenya it should be in your note book.

  • @Jkagurenm
    @Jkagurenm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Balala should just make this guy the Kenyan Brand Ambassador in NY!!
    Tommy. Consider Kenya your home. Welcome back.

    • @danstanongubo
      @danstanongubo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      True

    • @angangaus
      @angangaus 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      i second that

    • @NileGoddess
      @NileGoddess 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Excuse me he is not Kenyan so no.Such work should be given to the Kenyans .

    • @kimwang2787
      @kimwang2787 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NileGoddess na Naomi Campbell ni mkenya aje.
      Alafu pretty boy Balala KAZI nikungoja end month , TUnafaa kupewa mwingine

    • @NileGoddess
      @NileGoddess 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kimwang2787 I don’t support Naomi Campbell being a Kenyan ambassador!!

  • @daStoRay
    @daStoRay 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I remember watching Sabbatical leaving TZ for Uganda. .n praying that for some reason he'd decide to come to Kenya. .. after all the warnings he'd got about Kenya from Tanzanians, I thought was only just be a slight slim chance he'd come. .. and when he finally decided to come, I was overjoyed! A friend even joked that one would be forgiven to imagine either Tommy and I were acquaintances, or that I was sure we'd meet and he'd arknowledge me somehow. .. sadly we didn't even meet. .. but it was still fun to see my country through his lens .. great vlog! I'm HOOKED!

  • @mutegikimathi6258
    @mutegikimathi6258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Karibu tena ndugu and asante for such a genuine review. And that corruption thingie, we are ready to sort it out. All we now need is figure out how...

  • @Joe-ns8zb
    @Joe-ns8zb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    Our cops are obsessed with money and it is sickening even for Kenyans. Anyway, thank you for being the best ambassador for Kenya. It is sad you had to leave.

    • @victormpapuluu6497
      @victormpapuluu6497 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Na venye wanashikangwa kwanza hapo kitengela na ntsa.

    • @Lutherswift
      @Lutherswift 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Our cops are underpaid and never held accountable for their actions. That's why they have become criminals.

  • @leenyox7303
    @leenyox7303 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Thank you for making our precious gem🇰🇪💙🇰🇪 known to the world for how it is ,who we are and what we represent. Safe flight buddy can't wait to see you around soon.🥂✌🏽

  • @ezzievideos8918
    @ezzievideos8918 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Nairobi is a beautiful and modern city. Kenya is a developing economy. I love the infrastructure. Keep up Kenyans.

  • @joelogembo8288
    @joelogembo8288 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You'll be dearly missed in Kenya! Your interesting videos brought joy to my dinner table as my family and I have been keeping tabs on all your episodes. We look forward to having you back as there are still a tone of places yet be exploited. Asante sana!

  • @africansubscriber4530
    @africansubscriber4530 3 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Gained 40k subs in Kenya, that's the place to be as a content creator

    • @tonnybrooman4007
      @tonnybrooman4007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Its actually 60k subs

    • @afro5380
      @afro5380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      US vlogger milking it

    • @patemo12
      @patemo12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It's actually 70, he came with 33k subs and 3.5M views, he's now at 17M

    • @patemo12
      @patemo12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's actually 70, he came with 33k subs and 3.5M views, he's now at 17M

    • @afro5380
      @afro5380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@patemo12 whereas our local vloggers will be quick to blame us for not patronizing them. I would love to watch my local organic vlogger but find their content uninteresting, lacking passion/adventure/thought process..... Most of local vloggers could do better if they bring in curiosity, suspense, diversity, structure........... otherwise they will end up in the scraps

  • @Honey-rb9vo
    @Honey-rb9vo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    OMG....Nacheza kama mimi..wewe cheza chini😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂.
    I swear YOU THE BEST 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

  • @peterwray4847
    @peterwray4847 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    I was there for their international building expo 2019 and Kenya was planning on spending 143 billion USD in 5 years in construction & development. So glad I can see things are happening. Will gladly go back and call it home for me to retire in. The people & their spirit is so uplifting.

    • @joykamiza2593
      @joykamiza2593 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Welcome.

    • @MegaSolo83
      @MegaSolo83 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You are welcome again

    • @eastlandoqueentv
      @eastlandoqueentv 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/dbaGyqXwcyE/w-d-xo.html

  • @stevekiilu8764
    @stevekiilu8764 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    what a video, oh! so nice! thanks for your visit to our country welkam back again and again. the ending with the national anthem makes me teary, so emotional. ❤ 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪

  • @fredotieno5377
    @fredotieno5377 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Tommy, you just did it. You made me shed tears for this video. Please come back.

  • @nazirkatabaro6347
    @nazirkatabaro6347 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    One thing I openly know about Kenya though is the fact that it's full of creative people...

  • @ravenflare8076
    @ravenflare8076 3 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    I think because we live here we take some things for granted, and we have been conditioned to hate our own country. Of course there is alot of corruption going on, but really that is all it boils down to. politics and corruption is like a virus it seeps into the everyday mwananchi. Thank you for reminding me that there is so much to appreaciate about my country. Thank you very much Sabbatical. Promise us you will be back once you hit 1,000,000 subs. And as is custom in kenyan tradition, tell us before you come 🤣

    • @DanteMetaphor
      @DanteMetaphor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      agree, corruption and greed in politics is a cancer that needs to be stopped from spreading to the rest of the body.

    • @jakemuiruri8578
      @jakemuiruri8578 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      True he needs to tell us before hand

    • @SabbaticalTommy
      @SabbaticalTommy  3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Sawa

  • @smina4946
    @smina4946 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This was bitter sweet,so emotional.The national anthem made it more emotional for me!You are amazing,good luck on your next journey

  • @twoldehanna3961
    @twoldehanna3961 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude you are freaking amazing...I just ran into your video on my plan trip to Nairobi and I wish I was just right there travelling with you. Thank you for the info.

  • @ericavram
    @ericavram 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your content is so real and authentic everyday am checking on the new upload

  • @Butterfly-jt6cr
    @Butterfly-jt6cr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Emotional departure. What an adventure! Loved the compilation at the end with a glimpse of Masdin.

  • @abdirahmanaden5768
    @abdirahmanaden5768 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    We love you Tommy. You'll probably come back and explore more of this beautiful magical country. Enjoy your next adventure in peace.

  • @055boazkipkorircheruiyot9
    @055boazkipkorircheruiyot9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    The Anthem made me feel something so so sweet!

  • @franmdleleni6520
    @franmdleleni6520 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Am sure you will come back to Kenya. Travel well. And thank you for promoting Kenya showcasing the positive attributes of the country. Kenya is on the right track

  • @mash288
    @mash288 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I love Kenya ,thank you for showing us love from South Africa 🇿🇦.I love how Kenyans are trilingual like most South Africans .

  • @magamiako1
    @magamiako1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +124

    As someone who’s never been to Africa I really wanna go one day. Going to have to put Nairobi on the list. :)

    • @sam3407
      @sam3407 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You’re very much welcome! You’ll have part of your life’s highlight reel here 😅

    • @helinanyara3974
      @helinanyara3974 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Welcome to kenya.

    • @angelamukirae2254
      @angelamukirae2254 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just do it! its majical

    • @irihly881
      @irihly881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Welcome big love +254

    • @tusitishwesisi1556
      @tusitishwesisi1556 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome here.

  • @happychappie8601
    @happychappie8601 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow Wow wow!!! Most definitely one of my favourite videos. Thanks for all the effort you put in. It’s very appreciated 🙏👊🏻

  • @sideshow8o872
    @sideshow8o872 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You're a legend Tommy. Keep up spreading the love and peace from within.

  • @PembaImani
    @PembaImani 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Its sad to see you leave Sab. I wish you stayed a little bit longer in Kenya. You had become a part of us. Hope you will keep your words, that you shall visit again. Thanks so much for representing our motherland🇰🇪🇰🇪 awesomely. Umecheza kama wewe😂. Karibu Kenya tena.

  • @rachelngari6042
    @rachelngari6042 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You clearly fell in love with Kenya, they way you said bye, tells it all.And we love you back.

  • @Begeegee
    @Begeegee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I LOVE IT! I want more after every video 😂 You're doing an awesome job, I love how your channel is exploding!

  • @benjaminsmith2287
    @benjaminsmith2287 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    Crazy thing is you're one of my favorite African vloggers now. You're up there with Wode Maya, Ms. Trudy, Afrikan Traveller (wish you got to meet him), African Tigress, RakGhana, Nappie, Nii Ayi and a few other notables. Ok, you're not African but you're bringing out African people interaction as much as native Africans are.

    • @michaeltaylor8835
      @michaeltaylor8835 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Miss Josie is good too

    • @hassangingi7033
      @hassangingi7033 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I subed to all of them!!

    • @hopengalido8723
      @hopengalido8723 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Harald Baldr is also good, check out his Tanzania videos

    • @dalebcooper3718
      @dalebcooper3718 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@hopengalido8723 my fav vlogger!

    • @wicksleysnipes1476
      @wicksleysnipes1476 ปีที่แล้ว

      My favorite. I’m biased because he is an East Coast brother. Ha.
      Makes me want to check out the others too. Thanks for the recommendations!

  • @OsmanK699
    @OsmanK699 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Waaah!!! I feel you Sabbatical. In your eyes, I clearly see your pain of leaving this gorgeous, young and fair damsel called Kenya. Who wouldn't? She's such an exceptional one, who refuses to leave the heart and mind of whoever comes across her, even for a flirting moment. Ni kwaheri kwa sasa, lakini siku nyingine ijayo, itakuwa ni, karibu tena.

  • @elik8910
    @elik8910 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is Legendary. Indeed there is a Kenya beyond Nairobi, it's beatiful and am glad you my friend, showed it to the world. God bless

  • @mssunset8340
    @mssunset8340 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    goodluck on your next destination..I think what most interesting in kenya for me are the friendly people that you've meet,because they are like an angel that guides u wherever u go..