Do's and Don'ts When Engaging With Gambian People in and outside of The Gambia

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  • @africandiaries
    @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Extended family!!
    I enjoyed this video so much actually, it was fun making it for you guys!
    If you think of anything else related to the topic, kindly comment that below and I might just make a part 2 of this video 😄 🇬🇲

    • @Elizabeth-vq6mb
      @Elizabeth-vq6mb 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is SO relevant for people visiting Senegal as well!! Especially Americans. Especially well-meaning Americans. Do you say toubab as well? I understand it is not rude. But many people like me do not

    • @Elizabeth-vq6mb
      @Elizabeth-vq6mb 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      There are of course many things that are different. Like the shoes...ci sama yaay senegalaise we wear daal bi. But with English as my native language, its helpful to learn about Senegambia from you.

    • @valaarmoghulis8064
      @valaarmoghulis8064 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Spot on "don't come talking to me without greeting first" that was bang on..

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@valaarmoghulis8064 lol Ikr!! It's just rude man😂👊🏿👊🏿

  • @lyndaroane3936
    @lyndaroane3936 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    We were always taught to cover our mouths when yawning. My dad would say "are you catching flies?"

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😂😂 lol!!
      I used to get the flies as well😭😭😂

  • @n.w.2757
    @n.w.2757 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    It’s me again....African American from South Carolina. I had a white professor who said that she wanted to be called by her first name....she then stated that.....”my African American students have a hard time calling me by my first name but my name is Jamie and that is what I want to be called.”
    In my African American community you will get a side eye or a pop if you dare call anyone who is older than you by their first name.

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lol! The differences. It's disrespectful for us to call our elders by their first name ! 😂

  • @محمدالعمري-و7ع5م
    @محمدالعمري-و7ع5م 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I love the way you speak English

  • @kebbasda
    @kebbasda ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Nakam nak! Loved listening to you! Blessings from the USA.

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, I appreciate that! Greetings from Sweden! 😁

  • @abdouliebayang6949
    @abdouliebayang6949 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Yes 100% agreed. Us Gambian men are very protective of our women in general. And yes we don't tend to hug. But we smile a lot!

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly! Hahah yes, we do smile a lot! 😜

    • @irenedavo3768
      @irenedavo3768 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Can you tell me about poor people in Gambia? Health care? Education? How do they feed themselves?

    • @Offbeanslyf
      @Offbeanslyf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@irenedavo3768 Gambia is like every other country poor and wealth don’t get distracted bout the country undevelopedment

  • @shimmerjaysondelalu
    @shimmerjaysondelalu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Subhanallah.. Salam extended familiar

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wa aleykum salam extended family !! 😁

  • @bamazedwiththis3591
    @bamazedwiththis3591 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I raised n America all you mentioned about the don'ts is the rules my parents taught me. The do's are the same except the right- giving/ left-receiving hand. I hate that now days people don't want to remove their shoes. growing up it was the norm u never had to tell people to take shoes off. But now a days NO ONE removes shoes unless you tell them. And some still refuse ,makes me want to slap them up side the head. Now, I just don't invite people in my house .Thank you for video

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm so glad the traditions live on even though you guys are not in Africa! 👏🏿
      Ugh that is just rude though, your shoes can be so dirty and you enter someones house with that!
      It's my pleasure, thank you for tuning in fam

  • @kaysalaam7413
    @kaysalaam7413 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yes, we always greet with As-Salaamu Alaikum or Good morning first 👍🏾

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol yeah otherwise is considered rude !

  • @adolphsambou1870
    @adolphsambou1870 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Marie, you're really making us Proud.... Keep it up sis. Smiling Coast of Africa.

  • @papacheezie2838
    @papacheezie2838 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    # YES HAVE SUBSCRIBE TO UR BEAUTIFUL PLATFORM
    SHAQUAN FAMILY 🎉❤😮

  • @kenajiyo
    @kenajiyo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is a norm in Guyana 🇬🇾 and the carribean islands. But lately it has been slipping away.

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Which one were you referring to??
      And aw that's unfortunate though

  • @jrjr2939
    @jrjr2939 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I can say am lucky to found this channel...ma sha Allah gurl keep it up really love what u doing walahi

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow thank you so much fam! 😊
      Nice to have you onboard

  • @ibrahimamkanyi2720
    @ibrahimamkanyi2720 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Marie you're incredible we're proud of you 💯❤️🇬🇲💪💪

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow this means a lot, thank you so much! I won't disappoint🇬🇲🇬🇲😁

  • @abubacarsediq517
    @abubacarsediq517 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You're right sister, my god bless you in sahalaa

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ameen, may God bless you too!⭐️

  • @myjourneymyhijrah
    @myjourneymyhijrah 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Asalaamualaikum. Thank you for this advice. May Allah reward you. Amin. I can say that every advice you mentioned comes directly from Islam. Alhamdulilah. Directly from Islam. This is beautiful

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wa aleykum salam wa rahmatolah !
      Ameen ya rabbi, may Allah reward you more and bless you fam!
      Exactly, I notice that a lot of the dos and don't have a link to Islam. That is beautiful !

    • @bamazedwiththis3591
      @bamazedwiththis3591 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      All her advice from what I know about our people all around the world these are all foundation of African Ethnic ways not religious at all. These actions came n were practiced long before the world outside of Africa came in and converted our people away from their Ancestrial/Spiritual worship. It is you who installed them into their culture.

    • @jahmeelahmuddathir4560
      @jahmeelahmuddathir4560 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      As salaamu Alaikum uhkti I agree these are definitely from the beautiful manners of Islam there are hadiths to back it. ❤️❤️

  • @sistaluv1357
    @sistaluv1357 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing. Very valuable information.🌷

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure ! Thanks for tuning in ✨

  • @jtf1021
    @jtf1021 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    These are some wonderful tips! You always provide very useful tips and bring 🔥. A true patriot 😀🙌. Ty

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Ty! A true patriot indeed, lol I try! 😁 Glad the tips and advise is useful! Hopefully it'll bring ease and understanding to the extended family

  • @appleiphone1390
    @appleiphone1390 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A special Jamaican friend is here with you. Am coming

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice to have you onboard !
      Welcome to the extended family

  • @abubacarrdrammeh4493
    @abubacarrdrammeh4493 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yes this is true! And there is so much more

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes there are... I might do a part 2 video lol!

  • @finiteconsult6181
    @finiteconsult6181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Keep up with the good work my sister, Marie aus Gambia!

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aw thank you fam! I'll do just that and keep on with the videos!😀 thank you for watching

  • @amienjie9611
    @amienjie9611 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Maa shaa Allah
    .all the tips are very vital... thanks Aunty mummy💞

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      aaww thxx my daughter 🧡 jazakaAllahu kheyr !

  • @dembokanteh7215
    @dembokanteh7215 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well said sister Marie.
    Thanks for the info shared jazakallaahu khairan.
    Yawning "kai" we have to be careful of it. It's not Islamic to yawn without covering your mouth. Some people will just do it unnecessary!!

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much brother Demob, wa iyaaka!
      Exactly, it comes from Islam actually! I didn't know that until recently. I just thought it was something we just did culturally

  • @tinaknoblich8751
    @tinaknoblich8751 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I agree, first Greeting.. its respectfull. My gambian friend told me thats very Important and he don't like it when german People talk to him without saying hello first! Best Regards Tanita

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yesss it's so true lol!
      It's crazy because I don't like that either deep down😂😂💯

  • @adamangum4498
    @adamangum4498 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So cool. Am sure many people will find this very helpful. You should try writing a travel guide book/handout. Keep it up 👌

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey, thank you for the comment! Oh wow, you think so? I have actually thought of something similar in the past! Maybe I'll make one😁🇬🇲🇬🇲🇬🇲

  • @ebrahimm2346
    @ebrahimm2346 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hello sister marie u are doing a great job god bless you and your family as well

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Ebrahim, thank you! You too, may Allah bless you and the family!

  • @jonward5441
    @jonward5441 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for sharing this valuable information🙏🏾

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is all my pleasure and to know it brings you value mean a lot to me!

  • @alexanderbrown8882
    @alexanderbrown8882 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to know empress

  • @PrinceAJames
    @PrinceAJames ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love all of the videos

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  ปีที่แล้ว

      Aww I appreciate it !
      Nice to see you here 😁

  • @thegambianengineering7525
    @thegambianengineering7525 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thumbs up extended family like and share 👍🏾⤴️🔔

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thumbs up!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @modoulaminsanyang2280
    @modoulaminsanyang2280 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a Gambian, when I saw the title of your video I was like ooh! This should be interesting, gatta watch.✌love the work

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love that !!! 💯👏🏾 thank you so much bro

    • @modoulaminsanyang2280
      @modoulaminsanyang2280 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@africandiaries you're most welcome!

    • @modoulaminsanyang2280
      @modoulaminsanyang2280 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      When are the new videos coming in?

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@modoulaminsanyang2280 I'm working on one right now. Posting it either today or tomorrow in shaa Allah 💯💯

    • @modoulaminsanyang2280
      @modoulaminsanyang2280 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@africandiaries really, that's awesome. Can't wait to see what it's about❤

  • @bint_dutch
    @bint_dutch 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Much love girl

  • @zunairafarooq6751
    @zunairafarooq6751 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Assalam o alikum Wonderful video, you got a new subscriber

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wa aleykum salam
      Thanks and welcome

  • @محمدموسىالناجيأحمدجدو
    @محمدموسىالناجيأحمدجدو 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    mashalaah its very importante things to know .

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad to hear that ma shaa Allah, thank you! I think they're important too!

  • @yanabou007
    @yanabou007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I recognise these examples so much. And you are right, we don't even think about these things lol

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahah we don't actually! It's day to day life for us! Glad you understood where I was coming from😁

  • @PrinceAJames
    @PrinceAJames ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video ma'am

  • @cyelgreen4655
    @cyelgreen4655 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sister Marie! Welcome back. I've missed you

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you extended family, it's been a while 💯

  • @ous9296
    @ous9296 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well said sis. 👍🏿

  • @aminahbintnansamba2004
    @aminahbintnansamba2004 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Even in my culture you can't yawning without covering your mouth, watching from Uganda

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow is that so! Interesting you have that in east Africa too 👏🏾

  • @n.w.2757
    @n.w.2757 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I’m an African American from the Southern (South Carolina) United States
    If we walk in a room and do not greet someone will say “did I sleep with you last night?” As in if we stayed in the same house we would have already exchanged greetings but obviously we don’t live in the same house so who why didn’t you greet me before speaking.

    • @bigo442
      @bigo442 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My dad used to say that too from Banjul ❤️ respect ✊🏿

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I recognise that saying as well 😁
      But yeah, those are the customs in our cultures 👏🏾⭐️

  • @laminebadjie6380
    @laminebadjie6380 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love your channel ❤

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It means a lot to me brother Lamin, thank you extend family!

  • @mariamatouray7723
    @mariamatouray7723 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Lmho facts!!! Everyone else who isn't your parent is Auntie or Uncle 🤣

  • @queentye7138
    @queentye7138 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Greeting Dear. Thanks So Much.

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Greetings😍 Aw hope you enjoyed it⭐️

  • @ibrahimamkanyi2720
    @ibrahimamkanyi2720 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to see you back

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      😀Always nice to be here for your guys!

  • @mamazoftheearth5952
    @mamazoftheearth5952 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Peace love health & happyness Beautiful Sister. Thank you for caring & sharing.
    This is a wonderful show. I am moving to The Gambia soon. I am learning much from you.
    Growing up as an African American family it was
    taboo not to speak to a person or the group when you walk into the room without giving proper greeting. Good morning, good day etc.
    The saying was if you did not sleep with me then you must show respect and greet me before you start talking.
    in fact the elders would make you leave then reenter the room to properly make your
    salutation.
    Don't see that being enforced too much these days but I do by being consistent with my text, writing telephone calls no matter I always greet with peace love health & happyness. First it empowers the
    Reciprocate as well as myself.
    Now I'm going to learn how to speak it in the native language.
    Sincerely Priestess Yogini NuRa-Dina

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Extended family. Thank you for your comment 💯👏🏾 and I'm glad you could relate to this. And these customs become deeply rooted in us and we carry them to the next generation. Even though it's not too implemented like you said, but it's still a sign of respect that I try to go by 🤍🤍

  • @Wononworljourney
    @Wononworljourney 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is really great! Keep it up

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot! Glad you enjoyed it and hopefully learned from it as well

  • @happyrussian9808
    @happyrussian9808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    In Russia yawning without covering the mouth is also considered rude. And we also take off our shoes before entering the house. 😁

  • @muhammadjatta2884
    @muhammadjatta2884 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much sister very interested

  • @dwonbyrdsong1878
    @dwonbyrdsong1878 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    All your don'ts use to be a part of African Americans upbringing, nothing you said was unusual for me but the younger generations no longer have this, not all but most. It was funny reading the comments and seeing how new this was to most that commented.

    • @rainyday4884
      @rainyday4884 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same...Black in the UK.

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh wow thank you guys for your input! Nice to see the similarities actually because a lot of these dos and don'ts have to do with respect and manners 😁

  • @omarjammeh7970
    @omarjammeh7970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mahsa Allah thanks you sister you are doing good

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much brother! Allahumma baarik

  • @maxmaaa619
    @maxmaaa619 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Beautiful country

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is! Thank you, may God bless us all

  • @mohameddeham9267
    @mohameddeham9267 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks ,that very advantage , thanks again ,,,,,,,,,,, شكرا جزيلا

  • @ebrahimm2346
    @ebrahimm2346 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I totally agree with you

  • @thegambianengineering7525
    @thegambianengineering7525 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Waw that was very interesting information but so funny u never disappoint us Auntie Marie👍🏿

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you number 1 supporter!! Lol I'm glad I don't🇬🇲😜😁😁

    • @thegambianengineering7525
      @thegambianengineering7525 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@africandiaries you are highly welcome sis!!!

  • @bahcamara7575
    @bahcamara7575 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yeah your right sister keep up

  • @momodoujallow2600
    @momodoujallow2600 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Am beginning to like this Channel

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol I'm glad you are !
      Welcome abroad to the extended family !

  • @Tata-mt7ue
    @Tata-mt7ue 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    MashaAllah beautiful sister

  • @rahmanbojang9769
    @rahmanbojang9769 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well said sis

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you brother! You recognise some of the things lol?

  • @paibousosseh851
    @paibousosseh851 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice points

  • @eh.440
    @eh.440 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you

  • @goldenheart751
    @goldenheart751 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video.

  • @omarseckan3679
    @omarseckan3679 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Truth indeed

  • @sonyaevans9951
    @sonyaevans9951 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    السلام عليكم " ! dear ukhti !!! Ana Uhibuke Fillah!

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wa aleykum salam! baarakAllahu fik ya ukhti❤️

  • @cbalexander4444
    @cbalexander4444 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I work with a young Gambian man in his early 20’s. He always greets with a fist bump and eye contact. It’s the same when he says bye. However, I noticed that when he is not happy with me, he will just look slightly away and stick his elbow out instead of his fist. Is this intended as an insult or some kind of message???

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hmm I'm not aware of that gesture being rude or insulting. Maybe that's just his way of expressing himself ☺️

  • @munasarabdullahi3122
    @munasarabdullahi3122 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Salamu alleykum
    I don’t wanna be rude but I was shocked when you said you were calling your parents by their first names for many years. Wow I was shocked.!! I can’t ly

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wa aleykum salam wa rahmatolah!
      Noo, you're not being rude - it's actually outrageous that I used to do that lol. But I thought it was the right thing to say since everyone else was calling my parents by their names lol

  • @lushosaro
    @lushosaro 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interrsting video as usual!

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you fam! Keep up the good work you're doing as well on your channel!! Have to tune in😁

  • @LoveJoyChannel
    @LoveJoyChannel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It’s unfair for the left handed person, I usually use my left hand because my right hand is not really intended to react like receiving things my right hand is weak compared to the left because the right is not often used on a daily basis. It’s a form of discrimination be fair left handed people is a human too. When I was in colleges the school prepared every room a arm chair for left handed and free to received our left and right. Not good idea

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can imagine it can be hard for left handed people!
      People are understanding as well, but it's just a common custom in Gambia to use your right hand 😁

  • @humblegambian6129
    @humblegambian6129 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I agree

  • @bubabah1543
    @bubabah1543 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes is true sister 🇬🇲🇬🇲🇬🇲🇬🇲🇬🇲

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm glad you agree with me brother!! 🇬🇲🇬🇲🇬🇲🇬🇲😄

  • @MissPriss919
    @MissPriss919 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for this information. ❤️ I am left-handed so it will be a challenge for me to remember to use my right hand when I visit The Gambia in a few months.

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure!
      Hope everything went well with your hands 😂

  • @yusuphasanyang2314
    @yusuphasanyang2314 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ndanan nga you got us la gambie. keep it up

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thxx brother Yusupha !
      Appreciate naako

  • @ebrahimm2346
    @ebrahimm2346 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow how how do you know all does things u are so right sister

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I used to live in The Gambia as a child so I have a Gambian background, grew up with the values as well so it's a part of who I am!

  • @abdellahmouaddine8549
    @abdellahmouaddine8549 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It is the same as morocco. I remember as a kid in morocco this things:)

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome!
      That's probably because of the islamic influende these cultural norms have

  • @irenedavo3768
    @irenedavo3768 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have question for you about health care for poor! Please also watch 8 videos of Jim Nduruchi

  • @abuwarith1
    @abuwarith1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    As salaam alaikum sis. Most of these things are islamic customs that you will find worldwide. The Prophet said salaam is a right upon each other, he also informed us cover our mouths because shaytan enters there, he also said give and receive with the right because shaytan does it with the left. Taking off shoes is a custom among many Muslims worldwide. Showing respect to parents is not only Islamic but other religions as well. I grew up with a Bible thumping grandma! Intermingling with the opposite sex especially touching is also a practice forbidden by the prophet and jealousy is a natural thing but must be controlled.

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wa aleykum salam bro, thank you so much for your comment.
      You're right, a lot of the cultural norms we have in The Gambia have a connection to Islamic culture.
      Most of them are so intertwined with each other that you can't even tell lol
      Thank you once again

  • @margaretejatta2950
    @margaretejatta2950 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The dont's they are our rules in germany too

  • @msillah9528
    @msillah9528 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes it's true in young age if you yawn without covering your mouth my aunt use to slap you. in young we heard that if you don't cover your mouth satan will cover it and it may can cause you problems thanks sister💪🇬🇲❤

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Really lol when you're young you hear a lot of things lol! But it's true, that's how our guardians used to tell us to cover our mouths when yawning lol😄

  • @queentye7138
    @queentye7138 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks. Sister. Its Sister Sharon. Changed my profile name to Queen Tye

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello syster Sharon! Nice to see you back on here💯👏🏿⭐️ thxx for tuning in

  • @irenedavo3768
    @irenedavo3768 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What about health care in Gambia?

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I think there is a lot to be done in the health care of The Gambia, a lot needs to change and be improved. I wish to be a part of that!

  • @jacquelynwright4
    @jacquelynwright4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The things you’ve mentioned are pretty much worldwide. Contrary to what some think westerners are taught etiquette and manners. It’s basic manners 101. Although I understand there’s mannerless people everywhere. Can I ask was this video directed towards “black Americans”?

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah sure - a lot of cultures have similar customs and is world wide!
      The content on African Diaries is directed towards Africans all around the world, from the continent and the diaspora!

  • @msillah9528
    @msillah9528 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Right hand it come from in Islam our prophet Muhammad says that to eat your right hand or picking something from someone right hand is better than let

  • @ansaartasomaliya
    @ansaartasomaliya 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    May I live there

  • @edenhaile8310
    @edenhaile8310 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I live in England and I make sure avereone teak of them shouse
    Sister, all these rules are in mu countries yo East afrika Eritrea 🇪🇷 rilly all afrika is like that.

  • @StayHumble577
    @StayHumble577 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We "black americans" are not African, but I like the gambia.

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I see black americans as Africans.
      Africa is where they originated so its a matter of returning back to where they originally came from.
      Just like they say in The Gambia: "a crocodile cannot be long enough in the water to turn into a stick"

    • @StayHumble577
      @StayHumble577 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@africandiaries
      False statement .. we came from west africa on slave ships, but that is not our homeland. Do more research before spreading falsehood with all do respect.. Now that doesn't take away from The Gambia or africa I love it and enjoy my time there,but I know who I am and where I come from. as a "black american"

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Adding "with all do respect" doesn't make your comment more respectful lol... If you think I am spreading falsehood for saying my opinion - fine. You can disagree all you want, I don't expect everyone to agree with everything I say.
      But I do not appreciate you basically telling me that I am lying.
      Thank you for your comments, peace

  • @kevinshelton4574
    @kevinshelton4574 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    sister you are so beautiful

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much extended family ! 😇

  • @benjaminkful
    @benjaminkful ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Similar in Ghana

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  ปีที่แล้ว

      Interesting, we have a lot of similarities !

  • @tranchiegarvin6878
    @tranchiegarvin6878 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am curious as to where did the yawning without covering the mouth is rude come from?

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well covering your mouth comes from the Islamic way of life... NOT covering it is that viewed as not a nice thing to do.. "an exception of the norm"

    • @bamazedwiththis3591
      @bamazedwiththis3591 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Evolved concept/changed from it's Original. Originally from Ancient Africa if you did not cover mouth while yawning it was believed that evil spirits could enter you through your mouth.American Christian Grand MaMa use to say, cover ur mouth before the devil enters in. I my self believe in no religion All religions mislead But I love Spirituality it never lies nor misleads.Blessings to you All.

    • @AuthenticSelector64
      @AuthenticSelector64 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @B amazed with this ... not believing in Religion... means you mislead...

  • @marielarsen3876
    @marielarsen3876 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ok :)

  • @msmj9102
    @msmj9102 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I agree it’s rude not to speak.

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah not to greet first right! 😂

  • @Faces189
    @Faces189 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yeah, The Gambia is very Civilized, MashAllah. Now, when it comes Yawning, The only culture that excepts it is Crocodile or Alligator. Also in deen it says, the Shayatiin will enter your mouth. May Allah protect us from it.

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly, it stems from the culture and also the religion.
      And I like it like that lol, I think it's not nice when people just open their mouths like that lol

    • @Faces189
      @Faces189 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@africandiaries It's totally true💯🤎. MashAllah. Keep your channel going InshAllah.

  • @Queen-eb2ip
    @Queen-eb2ip ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi

  • @irenedavo3768
    @irenedavo3768 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have you seen men and women in clubs in Gambia?

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have actually never been to a club in The Gambia😆😆

  • @modoujohngu3678
    @modoujohngu3678 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    💕👍🏾

  • @zunairafarooq6751
    @zunairafarooq6751 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Assalam o alikum, I will bring you subscribers if you donate atleast quater of it in the villages of Gambia. Lots of love sis

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wa aleykum salam. I'm afraid I don't understand what you mean

  • @fatouimtimbo110
    @fatouimtimbo110 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been exposed to a different culture and I see how some people can talk so rudely to their parents. İn The Gambia thats not part of our culture and considered so rude. I find it so wired and disrespectful.

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey sister Fatou! Yeah that's crazy, we shouldn't do that really. There is always exception to the rule I guess but I find Gambian people to generally be respectful people! 😁😍

  • @irenedavo3768
    @irenedavo3768 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What do you think about Prostitution in Gambia?

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well it is a practise that exists and I am devastated by the fact that some peope see that as their only means of making money.
      Hope it will change

    • @Epicmotivation360
      @Epicmotivation360 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You seem to be so fixated on negative things?

  • @kaysalaam7413
    @kaysalaam7413 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In America it is bad manners to yawn without covering your mouth and it is considered bad manners in Islam.

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly !! And I don't like that lol

  • @joecostner1246
    @joecostner1246 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    they still cut girls foofoos?

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      As far as I know, it's banned!
      But I've heard that people they do that 😭😭

  • @pietersrv
    @pietersrv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What tribe do you belong to?

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The Wolof tribe.
      Most tribes are intertwined, and a mixture of several ones.

  • @umazimunirah9920
    @umazimunirah9920 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi girrl I need to visit Gambia can you please be my host please 🙏🥺

    • @africandiaries
      @africandiaries  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey sis! I'd say - GO FOR IT! Visit the country and experience it for yourself.
      I am currently not in the country, unfortunately !