The biggest lie I was told was Africa was poor. When I arrived to Ghana I saw huge mansions that people live in. The second thing was Ghana was dangerous. I felt safer in Ghana than I did walking around at night here in Houston.
@Cole Franklin - You walked Houston at night, did you have the HPD and constables walking with you?? LOL just joking but we understand coming from Houston and thanks for the comment 😊!
#Facts I feel very safe in my small town in California, but I felt even SAFER in Ghana because I never felt like I would be shot by the police by walking alone at night. I NEVER crossed the street to avoid a white woman-that alone added 6 months to my life.❤️
Cole. - I also saw some huge mansions in Ghana during my two visits to Ghana (recent visit was fir 10 months, so I saw a lot, across regions). But, those huge mansions were not the norm. I also saw a lot of poverty-abject poverty. I was never under the delusion that all Africans are poor; but I’m also not under delusion that there is little poverty in Africa. There is a lot of it. While it is true that Africa is the wealthiest continent in terms of mineral and some natural resources, that wealth has not transferred into the pockets of the citizens of Africa, save a very few. And, therein lies the problem.
I migrated to the US at a very young age, and the worst treatment I got was from African Americans. It was a horrible experience at such a young age. There’s a lot to say on the hate within the race and colorism, it’s pretty sad.
Exactly. It's the same with the self hate of Africans who come to America. The Africans I've come in contact were very submissive towards white people and hated black Americans. So everyone has different experiences. I work in international investments and alot of contracts are in Africa. But guess what all the investors are Israeli and Chinese. So why don't AFricans invest in their own land and not let foreigners own them?
Again I will never stop reminding so call FBAS how they treated Africans BecUse of their indoctrination, it’s almost like we should be mistreated because they were bamboozled by the slavery system
I am a black american and as a child, I don't think I knew anyone from Africa, yet, as an insult, we would call someone African. I don't know where this came from. I am so sorry that African Americans treated you poorly. We were ignorant and raised with stereotypes that we didn't even comprehend. You are wonderful and always were! Love you!!! :)
As a Tanzanian-born that has lived in the U.S. since I was 9, my Tanzanian family members really believe with every fiber of their soul that ALL Americans are rich. I don't think people understand how skewed the media portrayal of the U.S. in general is. When you tell people that poverty is a thing that exists in the U.S, they legit think you're trolling them. It doesn't line up with the media that has been exported to the world.
Poverty does exist in America, but our poverty line is also the highest in the world. The average homeless vet on the street has more money in his pocket right now than the average Malagasy makes in a week. I'm not saying Americans don't have struggles that include access to food and medicine, but our rates of such struggles are far lower than in most parts of Africa. Much of Africa has two classes: Abject poverty and crazy rich; the former being many, many times more numerous than the latter. America has so many classes that our tax code is extremely complex. We have a thriving middle class. Impoverished Americans are a minority rather than a 90% majority. While our healthcare is expensive (due almost entirely to government meddling), we have numerous ways to support each other in paying for it, and emergency services are free or funded by the public. Which is why we don't really have neglected diseases to speak of. Rabies shots cost $20,000, but we only lose two people to rabies every year, and in almost every single case, the victim simply didn't know they'd been exposed. Up to 8,000 Americans are bitten by venomous snakes each year, but because of medical access, only about five people die from snakebite. And most had underlying contributing factors or did not seek immediate care. By comparison, rabies kills around 50,000 people worldwide every year, most of them in Africa and Asia, and snakebite kills over 30,000 people worldwide every year, most in the tropics. Both rabies and snakebite are considered neglected tropical diseases. And they are neglected in large part for economic reasons.
By 3rd world standards, poor Americans live like kings. Food, shelter, iphones, tv, cars, education... electricity and flushing toilets. Americans are spoiled to think they are poor. Travel to the 3rd world and see what REAL POVERTY LOOKS LIKE!
@everything everything And yet, instead of considering why that is and learning to count your many blessings, you yell, "How DARE they not affirm my perpetual victim mentality!" Check your privilege, American.
@everything everything Maybe theyre fooled by all the cars, tvs, iphones, bank accounts, ...that allow BA to TRAVEL the world ...while the 3rd world poor can barely travel to a neighboring TOWN!!!!
Jeez, I don't even know where to start on this one. I'm an African (East Africa) in my late 50's who has lived in the US for most of my adult life. America has been good to me. Almost all my family is still in Kenya and I am planning to go back to retire there. I spend several months every year in Kenya but come back to the US because of my job. I was born in Kenya and love it deeply. I have lived in the US and love it deeply. I lived for several years in Mexico and love it deeply. All I can say is that there is no perfect place on earth in a general sense. There is, however, a perfect place for everyone. The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. To be perfectly honest, I have always felt more safe and accepted in the US than in my home country. I have experienced next to zero racism in the US but have experienced quite a bit of tribalism in Kenya. As an example, recently when I was back in Kenya, I was arrested, escorted to the police station by two Administrative Police officers carrying long guns, all on the suspicion that I was a terrorist because I stood too long outside a bank waiting for my brother and I "look Somali"! I have NEVER been racially profiled in the US. In all the time I have lived in the US I have been stopped by the police a total of 2 times, both times I was at fault, and both times the officer let me go with a warning. Both times it was a white officer. That has been my experience. If you are Kenyan you have to admit that people (native Kenyans at any rate) live in almost constant fear of being robbed, mugged, plundered or at the very least conned in one way or the other. By other Kenyans. Most people live behind walls and fences of some sort or the other and doors are made of steel and are locked with multiple locks early every evening. Everyone in in my immediate family, and beyond, has been robbed and or mugged at some point. My 80+ year old parents were robbed in their own home one night, hogtied on the floor for 8 hours while the thieves ransacked their house. Oh, and they poisoned my parent's dogs before breaking in. My mother has never quite recovered from the trauma. And my parents were lucky. Many people don't live to tell the tale. Compared to that, I feel VERY safe living in the US! But you know what? I'm still going to retire in Kenya. It is a decision I have made. I do not want to get old in the US. Life isn't always about safety and comfort. Kenya is my Mother and I'm going back and make the best of it. Like I said before, there is no perfect country on the earth, but for me, at this time in my life, Kenya is the perfect place for me...
I find it interesting how America is looked upon as great because of structural difference but what she is doing to make people so comfortable in America is cause conflict so you want to come and stay go home and build your country MA because she is great, American blacks if living in Mother Africa should be creating jobs if true be told
I had seen more discrimination among ourselves than any other race. There is no perfect place on this planet. Everything has it pros & Con . China is taking over Africa as some leaders are more corrupted than others. People just needs to find what ever make them happier. At the end of the day we are just passengers on this planet. We don’t own nothing or belong anywhere. We are all tourist on this earth.
Thank you for your story! The fact that we Americans are hated by someone that they have never met is very sad. These African Americans that hates Americans don’t understand or realize that there are many Americans That donates money 💰 time Expertise to make some things In Africa better for the Africans That the Americans can reach. I am a person that wants to help some people but my help is to whom I want and as much as I want. I find it very selfish and rude that it seems African’s thinks that Americans owe them something. If the legends are true that some Africans sold Africans into slavery then maybe we should be pissed off at Africans? I had a coworker who was from Africa he started a farm in Africa and paid the African laborers $14 a month. Them money from the farm he could afford more than $100 a month. I think that that is very despicable and wish a better life for all people. Africans, Some people’s plans has taken them 10 and 20 years from $0 to get ahead. Make a plan and work it until you get ahead and stop hating others for what you didn’t do for yourself! You will not be the only person that started with $0
The media makes the whole continent of Africa look impoverished and “savage” or “uncivilized” so as a black American when i visited i was blown away by the beauty and richness of culture and FUN!
MeoMai H-B, I agree, Africa (I visited South Africa) is the most beautiful place I have ever visited and I have been to a lot of countries and states, but AFRICA there aren't words to describe its rich beauty.
Bro I am right now chilling in Africa. Life is so good in Africa with a little money. Life is more sweet if you have a little abode of your own which frees you from rent.
On behalf of all Africans on the planet. I want tell all my Africans Americans brothers and sisters that we Africans love you so much from the bottom of our hearts ❤❤❤❤❤🖤❤
I live in the US, came here in my teens, with an open heart and was treated terribly by Black Americans, it took me a few years to heal and I made a decision not to hate an entire group over the actions of some. Black Americans also bare responsibility for being mean and hateful toward Africans. It’s not a one way thing.
Oh that's typical for them. Heck, they even use ethnic slurs when referring to each other. I'm proud of being white and I think everyone should be proud of their own race and I would never condone anyone using an ethnic slur to describe themselves.
My Nigerian in-laws assumed a lot of stereotypes about us and (we learned later)weren't at all excited to meet us. We had stereotypical ideas about them and treated the trip as more a "duty" than an opportunity ..... THEN WE MET. NEVER have I been treated so well as a guest in a home or in the country. And when they came to America I did my very best to be a good hostess but I felt my hospitality wasn't not equal to theirs . It was eye opening. It was a precious experience. We each had gifts the other could benefit from....we just didn't know it until we met.
Many of our People in the Diaspora don't understand African Attitude of in Guest Reception... Every Guest, especially a Relative is Special even Foreigners. In Eastern Africa, Kongo and Southern Africa BANTU Communities it's known as Ubuntu. Couples have given their Bedrooms to Guests to offer them Comfort & Security... Guess what happened when your Favourite age mate came visiting on a sleepover in a polygamous Family... 😂?? In the
Thank you for sharing your experience. Having actual relationships, friendships, and conversations about these topics are definitely a good thing. We don’t know anything about each other besides what we see on media.
I lived in Africa for 2yrs for work and was treated like family every where I went. It surprised some of my now friends when they found out I was American. They helped me to understand and learn customs, culture and the language. I’m going back to visit next year
I just got back from Tanzania, It's great there. Africa is beautiful. Food literally falls from the trees. I'm going back to Africa to live permanently
@@mfax1000 The main issues in African youth is lack of jobs and capital to start business. Less knowledge on how to utilize resources that is around us and to some countries political issues and conflicts. Apart from that with small capital you can become multi millionaire in few years in Africa than anywhere else in this planet.
Excuse me! Africans have been coming to America and working in Education, Medicine and lots of fields. So yes African Americans know that immigrants from every country are taking jobs that native born Americans may be qualified for. So it works both ways.
@linkzable Betty Smth is only saying that it works both ways. Don't get it twisted. I know some Africans have a problem with blacks and I know some blacks have an issue with Africans. Some like I said it works both ways.
Betty remember the USA is a land of immigrants. That is the history of the U.S. Africa is not known as a land of Immigrants. Africa is the land of the BLACK man,just like China is for Chinese and Indian is for Indians
Yeah, many of us especially see Nigerians as a people who progress far beyond African Americans in their own country. Always advancing their education and making their parents proud with degrees and high paying jobs.
We love African Americans as our brothers and sisters. I honestly admire African Americans like you who were not even born on the continent and lived in the US your whole lives, yet you sold everything and moved to Ghana with eight suitcases. I was born in Ghana and left to Germany at the age of 21. At 53 I’m moving back to Ghana with my German wife and seven children from the UK where we currently live. I’ve been following your journey and you’ve inspired us a lot! We are also documenting our journey on our new family channel to also inspire others just as you have inspired us. I believe as many share their stories of moving back others will be inspired to move too. Together with brothers and sisters on the continent we can help build the Africa we want to see. God bless Ghana! God bless Africa! God bless the Expat Life Ghana family!
@@suzygirl1843 my wife’s grandfather is African American Miss. Her dad is German and mum is half African American, half German. We have our birthdays on the same day and blessed by Jehovah God with 7 beautiful children. She’s not new to Ghana and I’m definitely not stupid. Hate is not what we need. Love is the answer. Don’t insult people you don’t know. Treat others with respect and respect will be accorded to you as well. Stay blessed!
No disrespect you cannot be two land masses it's not a nationality African-American is a brand label Jesse Jackson and George Bush Senior coined that phrase in the early 80s back to the study with respect checkmate wow
Africans in particular aren’t really hateful toward us. But lots of other cultures look at us skeptically because we’re generally poorly portrayed, by the most powerful media companies in the globe. And we’re not 100% blameless in that portrayal, unfortunately.
I lived in Dallas for 4 years. Attended a African church in Irving. I would say they do not REALLY understand Blk Americans. Alot of Africans are very proud and are slow to listen to Blk Americans. One woman tried to tell me our history and had it ALL wrong.
Again please take the time to find out which nationality the majority of the members are from. Africa is not just a single country with one language. Understand it’s very diverse. All African are not the same.
@@lareytogba9984 Most were from Nigeria (not my favorite). I got along very well with the Ghanians. I have also found people from Ethiopia and Ivory Coast agreeable. Congolese...not my favorite. Blk Americans are also VERY different from North, South, West coast, East coast. Also I really love blk Canadians.
Representing Mozambique . On behalf of all Africans in the world. I here endorse this truth to all our African brothers and sisters in America that we Africans LOVE YOU AND NEED YOU. BlAXIT
Thank you!! I love you too. People of Africa. From an African American raised in the South during 1960's during the Civil Rights. I know Yiu have had your trials too.
@Lil Lush Oh please No one owes Americans anything. Embarrassing that a fellow Mozambican wrote this. This isn’t our problem. It’s West Africa’s problem ffs
As much as we love and need them, they don't feel the same. It's not good to stay in a white man's land for too long, you then now take the characteristics of the oppressor.
This is something I observed in myself and others when traveling around the world. We may complain about America nonstop at home but as soon as we land in a foreign country, we’re confronted by just how American we are. And it tends to cause some introspection and a better, more nuanced appreciation of America.
And the truth is America does a pretty good job of integrating all the diverse races and cultures which is certainly not easy. You have to travel around the world to see that. The US is hardly the most racist country in the world, but you would not know that listening to our media these days.
I hated the title of the video as well, but I think their perspectives and points are quite fair and factual. I think it's important for people to know what they are talking about, it'll drastically improve relations with local Ghanaians and African Americans coming back home.
@rashiona A - We are integrated into the system from talking to regional ministers to street hawkers. Sometimes it takes you to give a second look at what you're dealing with. It is not widespread but there is some resentment and thanks for the comment 😊!
rashiona A, I visited South Africa a few years ago and I didn't expect to receive such a warm welcome and I truly enjoyed talking with and listening to my sisters and brothers from Africa, the love I have for Africa is overwhelmingly joyful, I will never forget them.
@sourcestv ghana yes and remember you must have not only a passport but a visa to come if you have a passport and need a visa contact me Reverend Kojo at Beachside ministries # 33 Beach drive Road Ghana
I am a Ghanaian born and raised in America. I have never ever experienced Ghanaians not loving black Americans. Just left the Motherland and as always nothing but love.
@Legba daniels If his parents are Ghanaians then he can consider himself Ghanaian. He probably have dual citizenship. You do not get to tell people what they are or are not.
This is just,an additional comment ,,,your video is well done,, and informative...But if we go back to scriptures and history we will all come to the conclusion that our opinions are solely the way we were taught or educated.The entire human race was originally started in the Bantu (motherland) .Yah chose His people from a particular tribe called them Israel ,gave laws , commands that this particular tribe should obey,, unfortunately they or our ancestors disobeyed,, they were enslaved to the other nations up until now. That is just a quick or brief description of why black people dislikes each other read Deuteronomy 28 to get an idea..
Great initiative. I am African living in the usa but recently just started to moving back to Africa. Ivory coast You covered a really great topic and shall you continue it it would great. Its good to hear these differences from different perspectives. Hoping to cash one of your live.
Everywhere I have visited or lived in Africa I’ve been poorly treated by people of the same or similar ethnic background as myself - and I’ve never been treated as ‘just black’. Socio-economic, mixed-ethnicity differences and tribal differences in Africa cause just as much division as racial identity in the US. In my experience the only exception has been from Christ-centered communities of any racial identity in any country.
@@michaelpardo8403 Sure, but Christian leaders usually dont incite people to kill for them like other religions. Just the other day in Nigeria, 50 worshippers in a Catholic church were murdered by Islamists. This has been going on regularly for several years. You never see a mosque attacked by Christians.
So happy you no longer have that burden. It felt great when I moved to the Dominican Republic and realized nobody in the supermarket saw me as an "other."
@m_train1 If you ever go to Dominican Republic and stay at a hotel-resort, take note of which jobs are exclusively done by light skin people, and then look at which jobs that dark skin people are exclusively doing. If you're dark you will not be doing jobs that require you to be talking to the customers. I've been there twice.
I'm a white American and sorry for the racism Black Americans experience and embarrassed for how bad things are and not only how blind and biased people are but also how many people willfluly perpetuate injustice. Sorry. ...
Someone once told me if i want to come and live in Africa. I shouldn't come looking for a job, because the locals there need the work. I should come to start a business to help provide jobs for them.
There's not a lot of jobs available there so I can understand why they would want the citizens who have been living and schooling there to get those opportunities. Diasporans moving back should either have enough funds to survive or a way to have an income at this time. I think whether you start a business and hire the people or not you will still be helping the economy so don't think that is expected of you.
As a Kenyan African, Regarding AA finding Reasonable occupation I suggest as follows.. At Least visit on Holiday Africa First and stay some months in the Country that suits your temperament and development best. African Countries offer different Challenges Job wise...you will Research if your current skills are employable,.. failing which the option Of self-employment should be explored.. Depending on your African Scale of Lifestyle Self employment you will be pleasantly surprised is Achievable because of Economic & Legislative dynamics in Africa are Conducive..U need far less Capital investment/Outlay. Ur Job/Biz Decision is Not Benevolent but should be Self Serving first like anywhere else.
@@soleil3759 .... Btw Africa has done Well in getting rid of the Colonial Oppressive Master, without AA or Diaspora Assistance. African States Economic and Strategic infrastructure is Not begging for AA/Diaspora Capital or human inflows.. Africa as a Continent is endowed with enough Land& Natural Resources. NOT every AA/ Diasporan feels the way you do or needs to migrate to Africa... U can stay put....and watch... We are Okay with that. See you at the Olympics..
I found this interesting being a black Texan myself…. I’m glad y’all done found a home in a foreign country but I’m staying here. I’m American. Texan first if anything. I’m curious to know where y’all from? I’m from Houston so I don’t feel any issues being black here but that’s just me. Salute from h town
I'm white but I feel the same way I'm born and raised in Montgomery,AL Montgomery is like all black and my family is scared of it. they talk about claiming European citizenship through ancsetry. But we are all just Americans as much as much as we might not like it, we are all mixed somewhat and our cultures are way more similar to each other than it is any african or european country
you have a right wing obvilusly anti-black governeor and you don's have a problem with that, It is just like during slavery that most blacks were happy living on the plantation
@Massambula G 🤔not going to defend your 'hate' statement but on my side as a female police officer working for child protection unit can tell you that most of my cases are of other Africans as you put it supplying drugs to minors
"If I do, it's from my Irish side." Thank you for acknowledging that. You both seem to be wonderful people, who enjoy the company of each other. I hope all your days are blessed.
Bro, when the woman said she has no slave ancestors exept maybe Irish, I knew she is from USA/New world! You probably will be shoked, but slavery didnt exist only about 300 years and only in the New world. Slavery exists for 100% sure last several thousand years in all parts of the world. And most likely even in Paleolithic age, because many "Paleolithic" hunter gathereres in the Middle ages and early Modern period had slaves. They didnt need worker slaves, but when they attacked other tribe, they took women of that tribe for sex slavery. White master-black slave was a thing only about 300 years of Modern era and only in the New world. I mean white slave owners and black slaves also existed for example in early Medieval Europe, but there were many white slaves also, the majority of them were white. One part of Western European (English, who are direct ancestors of many Americans, French, west German etc) peasants were free, but the other part were serfs/slaves (they couldnt leave their master without his permission, they were obliged to work for him) untill 15-16 century. In East Germany and Eastern Europe serfdom existed untill 18-19 century. Also in early Middle ages for example Danes took English slaves, while Anglosaxons took Danish slaves. Same with Africa. Inside one ethnic group there were aristocrates, free commoners and slaves/serfs. Or if there was no class stratification, one tribe of, lets say, Hutu people attacked another Hutu clan and turned some of them into slaves. Or Hutu attacked, lets say, Tutsi people and turned some of them into slaves. Same with other parts of the world during the history.
@@rogerzimet Of course. Alot of slaves were just P.O.W. it's a debate on whether Bacon's Rebellion lead to chattel slavery. That's really when racism became an issue, I think.
@@jus_sanguinis alot of Americans know that, I'm American and know slavery been going on for forever, like duh. and actually he's the American and she's west African and Irish.
Thank you for mentioning the "wig" the Lawyers wear. It sickens me to see that. It looks ridiculous! I am a Ghanaian and l don't like it. There's absolutely no need for it because it contributes nothing to the profession in Ghana but rather perpetuates our colonial mentality. It's a shame.
@@goodbrother1000 they've been independent for 7 decades now but the "mentality" and those "traditions" are still there. Just the same as a lot of Caribbean countries still practice a lot of what was the British/Indian influences.
OOooohh!!! ys - just get rid of that ''wig''' - it looks so ridiculous ...BAD....no discussion - get rid of it - period...( EVEN this type of white wedding celebration....white christmas....sis..!!, and you women get rid of this wig on your heads - be african - be black..
Here in the Caribbean lawyers also do that, especially judges. But I do not expect any better from a group of people who are as corrupt as the day is long. The wig is the least of the problem.
I’m a white dude in my mid-60s, but back in the 70s when I was in college I took a humanities class. Much to my surprise the entire class for the entire semester was on west African culture. The Ashanti tribes, and others. At first I didn’t think I would like it, but it was very enlightening and what I learned in the class has stayed with me all these years. West Africa has a very rich and diverse culture. We studied the people and their art, and their culture. Good luck and best wishes to you in Africa.
@BIG R The left controls the media, so the only stories that get put forth are those that make the minorities look like victims. Victims are never held accountable for their behavior
I have came in contact with plenty of Africans that hate, dislike, and some feel they are better than black Americans. But all of them are not like that. Prejudiceness should not exist at all but it do. We all need too do much better
Some* Africans... I wouldn't use the word hate! Hate is too strong of a word to have for one another. As an African living in America, and having interacted with African Americans, I'll have to say, for the most part it's more of cultural differences if you ask me. Lol the rest are just ignorant stuff(inferiority or superiority complex or whatever you want to call it) many at times not even relevant. White looks at blacks as inferior, African Americans look at Africans as inferior because they come directly from "Africa," and many at times like to distant themselves from Africans/Africa unless it's beneficial to them. Meanwhile, Africans looking at African Americans as poor lost souls with no cultural/moral upbringing or etiquettes. Lol
And that's sad we lost souls but do you ever really think Slavery had apart in it all. Do you know how many slave minded people there are do you? That tells me alot about Africa I always wanted to go there but the more I read from the People talking its something more to the story that haven't been told Why the World hate Afro Americans so bad. Alot of people are accepted and live good lives we on the other hand been through Hell. But we still overcome it All but we still have love for y'all tho just don't understand what we did to make y'all kidnap steal and sell us and have the nerves to Hate Us smdh
@@ExpatLifeGhana You went looking for Hate. Most Africans are focused on living their own lives. So if you look for Hate with a derogatory condescending attitude...then you will get what you seek for.
My sister you have said it all, i wonder what he is doing in a country he claims hates him, you know what, truth be told that's all he is exposed to, so everywhere he finds himself, he had to find someone who hates him.
please also colourism really!!!!. please dont introduce this too much , dont come with that mind set, leave it in the americas. just say hey am coming check part of my roots. be happy.
Even though AA don't treat African migrants as brothers away from home......As we do them.. We Africans open our homes to all strangers and.even feed them and give them valuable time, but AA have little or No time for African...... .....But other Communities do better than AA..
@@danielcrowley6596 ....So ur saying A Native.Africans are Neither Brother & Sisters to Israelites/Cananites = the AA...!? This is a First for me and some of us. Assuming ur Right/True... and ur Out there and we on Mama Africa what's the.way forward. Are Africans supposed to Now migrate so that.you lot (AA) can Return. Am in Africa,...Kenya as we write,...where are u domiciled..!?
As an African American I've *never* had a problem getting along with Africans. One of my best friends in college was a girl from Kenya and I've had a lot of Liberian and Nigerian friends. I get along with Africans better than I do with most African Americans 💯
Same! I’m half Nigerian American! Even tho i grew up around African Americans all my life, they were the ones that bullied me and excluded me from a lot of things. Africans are way more friendlier bc I also met this girl from I think Nigeria or Senegal and she was so nice and sweet too🥹 even tho I’ve met some African Americans that are nice tbh and I still have those as my friends today :) I’d generally agree with you
Africans who are traveled are more open minded and understand the AA experience more than continental Africans. You would have to spend a year over there to see what this couple is talking about.
Wow same here I get along with Nigerians more… I grew up with them and went to Nigeria several times never had issues. I put ppl in their place that have an issue with black Americans
Hi, I'm a white dude from Europe, and I like your video. Sorry that we still have the same age old questions about skin color, but I wish the best for you there in Ghana.
African American are two continents... we are the only group of people who called ourselves African Americans... first we was Indians then we were Negroes then Mulattos then Colored now African American! a term made up by Jesse's Jackson in 1974...smdh Born in American calling yourself an Africa lol
@@daphneytennard3267 So I I through DNA ,I can trace my ancestry back to Africa. I guess you have never heard of the North Atlantic slave Trade. lmbao.
That is sad you are not two continents that is not your nationality is a brand name coined by Jesse Jackson and George senior Bush in the early in the early 80s back to the study checkmate wow
Hi I'm Kojo from Takoradi. I agree with you guys a lot. I really wish African Americans would leave America (where they are treated with so much hate) and just come home to Africa.
I am on my way!! I just sold my house and will be there in July to visit and look for a place, and hopefully I moving by the end of the year. Lord willing
It is Bible prophecy being fulfilled, it’s called Jacob’s trouble which prophesied to happen before the 2nd and last Exodus! All the Diaspora are of the 12 Tribes of Israelites, with a remnant of our people also suffering on the Continent
Brother you have no idea how much I want to leave this country, but when you’re married, retired and settled, your spouse have to be onboard to leave as well and that’s not happening 😩 but if she ever run away with the mailman I’m out of here!
What a lovely couple - Ghana is lucky to have them . That was so interesting about the credit thing - that Ghana and most of Africa dont rely on credit. You buy something when you can afford - wow . Love these guys .
For as long as I'm aware even when I was in high school in Ghana there was no such thing as Africans hating what we used to call "black Americans". It is actually the opposite we felt about black Americans. We Ghanaians loved "black Americans" especially because of the racism we learnt they were going through. Ghanaians are mostly Pan African and have solidarity of all black people. When people say Africans don't like Americans, I believe it's not directed against black Americans but mostly white Americans and America's government policy of exploitation of African countries
@Kwaku Akonto - We have found Ghanaians to be very welcoming to all people. There is some resentment about people like us getting here starting businesses and doing very well without setbacks. We are in no way speaking for all people one way or another and thanks for the comment 😊!
@@ExpatLifeGhana I don't think there will be any resentment for African Americans who want to establish businesses and prosper in Ghana. If even Lebanese and Indians and recently Chinese undesirables can set up businesses and prosper in Ghana without resentment I don't think African Americans will be frown upon. You may be confusing the way Ghanaians see Nigerians who are setting up shops in Ghana contrary to the rules of Ghana. You may not be aware, but there's a history of Nigerians maltreatment of Ghanaians in the early 80's when Nigeria was very rich then, and a lot of Ghanaians went there to work. My own brother-in-law died there when on short notice their government under President Shehu Shagar gave all Ghanaians the shortest possible time to leave Nigeria failing which he told his citizens to do whatever they want to do to any Ghanaian they come across. Despite that Ghanaians welcome them, but some of them come there purposely to commit crimes like armed robbery, kidnapping, and internet fraud. If you go by the law an invite a Ghanaian to be a shareholder of 10% of whatever business you want to do if you don't want to acquire the equivalent of immigrant status in Ghana. If you get the resident status or citizenship, that law doesn't apply to you anymore. Be free to do whatever legal business you want to do, and treat the locals with respect and appreciation and nobody will have resentment against you.
Kwaku - Most of the division and so-called hatred that exists between AAs and Africa is between AAs & Africans who emigrate to America. Some Africans come to America and are ignorant about and/or dismissive of the Black struggle in this country. Some take on the same ideology of white people. The reverse happens when some Blacks travel to the Continent. We put our ignorance on full display and turn our noses up. The Africans who have never been here do in fact seem to have a favorable opinion of AAs, at least that has been my experience (I have been to Ghana twice).
Similarities between Africans and African Americans; our mothers don’t like us banging doors in their house. I can’t wait for someone on youtube to do a video on the similarities between Africans and African Americans. I’m an African (Zambian specifically) in the US for college. I’ve had more conversations about the similarities between the two cultures with my african american friends than who hates who and why.
@@candywilson1442 in America black people did swim, but they began segregating the pools. The white people eventually left neighborhoods with black people, so they got rid of all the pools and the AA's couldn't teach their kids to swim.
The joke about "riding a lion to work" really hit me because my Ghanaian friend in college actually managed to convince a girl that he rode a lion to school when he was a kid. (she was drunk, but it was still hilarious).
Hahahaha! That's hilarious. I'm from Texas in the southern part of the US and attended college in Chicago up next to the Great Lakes in 1999-2004. Someone in class literally asked me if everyone owned a horse in Texas!! And they were American 😂
I had the opportunity to travel to both South Africa and Rwanda. I was treated better in those two places than I ever had in the US. What really got my attention was upon arrival. Several people said, Welcome home and come back anytime.” It brought tears to my eyes because it felt like I was truly at home. I have never felt like I was at home in the US but in a foreign place.
On my visit to Ghana, I attended a wedding, I was about 15 minutes late. 3 hours later I was still waiting for the ceremony to start 🙄🙄 but I love Ghana 🥰
@@sobeliever1638 why hate? Why hate people you don’t even know- 😃😃why not hate people individually hurt another culture or something- Why do ppl say “I hate Africans and blah blah blah” when you say that ur statement is towards all Africans- *This sentence is not referring to your comment im just saying why call Jamaicans the worst for hating them- you don’t even know if she hates Africans 😃🖐
I'm African American and moved to Ghana in 2017. I instantly fell in line with the local life. I love it but yes I find that that Ghanaians think we all are rich and look to us for help. Sorry 😥But it's not true. We can't help everyone.
I have actually seen this, although it was decades ago. I was in the U.S. Navy, late 70s, and we docked in Mauritius. Several African Americans on our ship were robbed, a couple were assaulted, and basically they were treated like crap, while none of the White or Asian sailors suffered anything worse than usual overcharging.
Mauritius has a complex race culture. While most Mautituans will tell tell you they are diverse, multicultural and egalitarian, there is an insidious, all-pervading racial hierarchy etched into the very fabric of their society, with 'white Mauitians' (ex-Dutch mostly) in the 'exclusive' class, then Asians (especially Chinese Mauritians) as the 'middle class', then Indians (the largest social and political group) and last, the African Mauritians whose access to services, education, employment and political/social capital is structurally disempowered in every way. In my experience, white and Chinese Mauritians are amongst the most racist, bigoted and arrogant people I've met of any people group in the world. It's no surprise to me that black Americans were treated so badly there.
We are NEVER surprised. Africans / Afro-Carribean treat us like that DAILY in our own land. So who would be crazy enough to think they wuddnt do that to us in theirs??
Representing Zambia here. Me and all my friends in my neighbourhood grew up listening and dancing to Black American music. We adored Black American Soul, Funk, RnB, Jazz, Rap & Hip-hop artists. How can you hate people that give you good music?
Simply and well said, my brother. How can you hate anyone that gives good music, dance, food or beautiful women? Unless you try and exploit them for one's selfish gains. Sincere adoration and hate can not coexist toward a particular thing, unless crazy is included. Love conquers all.
@SunFlower State of Mind I'm American born, and I agree. But that mostly comes from 35 y/o and under. 50+ has memories of deperately reconnecting with our lost heritage. Remember million man March? PanAfrican love everywhere, like back in the 50s and 70s. SOME AA are still undergoing residual self - hate. Some resent ancesters being sold and shipped. Media paints Africa as a Tarzan movie. Americans (some) see Africa as tRump sees it. AA are more Euro-centric in culture. (Stuff) and biz outweighs community life, coworkers replace families. America rewards individualism and isolationism. (Some) AA think continentals are unreasonably arrogant pompous. That said, I encourage you to teach, proactively. Negotiate differences sincerely. Let's treat down our walls and reunite As an AA, I have continental and Islander friends galore, and we share everything! (Well, not wives) I have many Asian, Latin, and white friends too. I still wear daishikis and agbadas on more than special occasions, like on a regular workday although I wear biz suits predominately. People ask questions and are encouraged to emulate. Blackness is cool before and beyond hip hop. The point : explain the 'why' you do what you do to the open minds. Later, others will follow. Conversion is a slow and deliberate process. Unakubali? Amani na upendo KWAKO.
Its crazy, I've refered to myself as Black all my life and I never stopped to think how limited that is from an African point of view. I suddenly feel the meaning of having our identity stripped. I've known Africans aren't poor though. In the IT field I've known a lot of Nigerians and their families back in their country aren't broke! Far from it! lol!
We should consider ourselves african because that’s what we are. It’s like non colonized africans trying to say we’re not african by calling us black american or just americans
Sorry dear but thexrich Africans are in the minority back in Africa , the majority are as poor as church mice, that's why the Diaspora very rarely return to the mother country when the move out, far far to poor, even for them.
I am from New Orleans, LA originally. I am in Ghana and been visiting for the the last month and half. I ran across your videos and love them and agree with you both! I've lived abroad on and off for the last 22 years.
AFRICA IS A CONTINENT, speak of GHANA as a country bcs paint AFRICA with the same brush as GHANA. Im South African we respect our fellow black American brothers and sisters.
I’ve heard that South Africans don’t like Americans much and believe that money just falls off of trees here and that we are all rich. Please tell me this isn’t what the media makes you guys believe? I blame the media if so 🤦🏽♀️
Tony and Ayo this is a very complex topic and highlights how profound our problems are as a people. A lot of work is required on all sides in order to bridge the gap.
Absolutely. We must come to a common ground with one another, Otherwise it will look like a Tyson and Holyfield fight biting each other's ears off with harsh words while the world watches. This video has given an honest take from our perspective
As a South African I must say it's the same here. Mortgage, car payments, university fees repayments, credit cards etc. Also I can relate to point number 2. BTW as Africans we do love our African American brothers and sisters regardless.
@NEO MPHAHLELE I think people know that Africa ain't a utopia but you on the other hand you painting something extreme. You doing exactly what the western media has been doing for decades in tarnishing the image of Africa. The positives in Africa far outweighs the negatives otherwise people wouldn't be moving to Africa as they are currently. Come on now, it's not as bad as you make it.
When I was in the navy my ship suddenly received a group of Kenyan recruits. The African American sailors immediately made a big effort to build rapport with them. One day on the mess deck during lunch time there was a big uproar. One Kenyan American sailor suddenly stood up from his tray and yelled “you are not African! Do not call yourself African!”. He stormed off and left the black sailor sitting by himself. Us 19 year olds had no idea what this meant but we could tell there was a clear cultural division.
What a great couple you two are!! People forget, as a guest, unless asked, refrain from comparing ways of life to your host(s). Keep a low profile, otherwise you are expected to hire a local entourange and share your good fortune. Modesty is humbling, but managing expectation is paramount. Just universal truths.
Hi! So refreshing to hear ur story. I visited Acccra for a month but cld not find the AA expat community. I was so disappointed. I visit Africa often. I’m 75 , but wld love to relocate….or, at least, become a snow bird. Thoughts❤
Tony..... you really DO have a trophy wife! She is both beautiful and charming. You married well, brother! I am happy you found a good life in Ghana. America's loss is Ghana's gain.
I love your comments, but here is the cultural clash. A trophy wife in African culture is derogatory to the wife, in some way to the husband, it is not a compliment like it is in the American culture. I see a happy couple though, and that’s good.
I've been to Ghana once, and Nigeria 4x. I take off my shoes. I bathe in cold water. I hold chickens and children in my lap on long trips, I don't ask for American things that they can't get, I don't need air conditioning . I have never experienced anything but love from Africans. But I'm also from Mississippi, and we are more earthy than say, a New Yorker.
You were good with me all to way up to the end...it comes down to appreciating differences and understanding that other walks of life must be respected...and frankly upbringing plays a part in recognizing that. Doesn't matter if you're from Mississippi or New York, one must be open minded and not import one's Westernerized entitlements to Africa or any other part of the world.
Hi edagdwg God is always around. Just found this special story of what happens when you try to learn about other people that live in another country but look like you. We are all Gods children no matter were you live love and respect faith is real. Sad color is what makes people act like they are soooooo much better.Respect i love my people . we need to understand each other talk to each other be thankful God blessed us all .Linda j .peace
Probably hate is the wrong word and "misunderstand" could be used instead. Black people born in the West have a different experience to Black people born in Africa. From both sides there is a lot of ignorance and the unwillingness to learn from each other. So what we need is more platforms like yours that build bridges between us. And as a British born African who has lived in both Europe and Africa I can see both sides but do feel that in general the West, including many Black Americans, have a tendency to look down on things from Africa and they need to be corrected. Similarly those of us in Africa need to be more willing to understand Black American history and struggles.
We LOVE you too family and contrary to main stream media trying to separate us, WE ALWAYS HAVE LOVED OUR AFRICAN BROTHERS AND SISTERS FROM THE CONTINENT AND AROUND THE WORLD. 🥰
@@gidd some of yall need to get over yourselves. Colorism in the black community is a complete fabrication. There is absolutely no studies about it because we're not giving a damn about skin tone and haven't since the 80s GTFOHWTB
@@superiorson gotta love how you went straight at insults ,I guess that's just how y'all are raised Colorism is not a fabrication ,you can believe that all you want
I worked in Africa about six years in three countries. What you find is that Africans are tribe conscious, ethnic and religious conscious and class conscious. But not race conscious. In my experience, when a white person acted like an asshole, they knew he was an asshole, but did not generalize to all white people. They were more concerned by abuse inflicted on hem by other Africans. There were exceptions towards Afrikaans people in reaction to Apartheid.
@@kblackson4130 I am not generalizing to all non-white people. Read where I said, "In my experience...." I am merely saying that none of the Africans I worked with or knew socially were racist towards whites. Their animosity, if any, was directed to Africans of different tribes from themselves.
@@kblackson4130 Conflicts over land, slavery, abduction of girls and women, religious conflict all predated the European colonial period. Arab nations were active as slavers both before and during the European colonial period. From 1833 slavery in British colonies in Africa was outlawed. This occurred after the extension of the franchise in the UK,. Because most Brits opposed slavery. When they got the vote, Parliament had to abolish it.
I am so happy that you two have found a country to live in that you are happy. I wish many more people would emulate you and go find freedom and happiness.
But the problem is that as soon as you open your mouth, and they know that you’re American, you are different from them. No one likes to talk about the discrimination that black Americans experience in Africa. We always like to glamorize and romanticize this idea of going back to Africa and just blending in but that’s false……. We are not one of them. They know that we are not one of them, and they don’t see us as one of them.
But this doesn't mean there is "hate". Black Americans (some) think so or to some weird conspiracy just because they are skin tone obsessed! They didn't learn nothing about Africa! We are the old world, together with Asia and Europe, we are not the new world , the Americas, we have a long past , we have not just those "race" obsession. Our sense of belonging is national and tribal like in old world. We rely language and shared traditions, habits , values. But not belonging, sensing different cultures, is not hating. It's weird expectation that melanin is everything, a US obsession. Oh of course I am not in denial, we have very rude and absolutely not inclusive people , but it's normal (sadly😐 everywhere )
I’ve wanted to visit Ghana for 25 years. The friends I’ve made here in the States from Ghana 🇬🇭 are impressive, smart, kind people. My father worked in Nigeria when I was a teen (70s) and we visited Egypt when he also worked there. But I would love to also see Ghana. I lived in Canada in the late 80s and really got a good glimpse of American ignorance; I know to visit with humility and respect and as a learner, not a teacher. Love your channel.
@kyle robin -All of the Africans that I meet in the states were all Doctors making me think I wasn't smart because these Africans were all MD's. Just goes to show you how we are manipulated and thanks for the comment 😊!
We had africans come to our school, and they treated us horribly. They constantly called us thugs and etc and they told us we were hated by all Africa. When i went to Africa, it was a lot different. The people were much more kind , there was some Prejudices. But overall it was great and I was treated great. I realized, we have a lot of similarities and it’s important to not let a few people shape your perception of an entire culture.
Thank you for very much for the balanced viewpoint on this issue. I would like to add as black Americans, I wish more of us would recognize Africa as a continent of so many countries with each having its own culture, history, and traditions.
It's the problem of the educational system here in the states, they only gloss over brown and black countries, and especially less for non-Western nations. You either have to seek out the knowledge yourself or hope you study history at the college/university level.
@@daharos So very true. But even so, as brown and black people, we should make it a priority to learn about our culture. My Asian and Jewish friends got no respect from the school system as well. They learned from their families, communities and places of worship. Ironically, I was very fortunate to learn about black history from my church and school before black history was a thing. I also started elementary school BEFORE desegregation. I had the best and most dedicated teachers ever who were all products of HBCUs. Times have really changed.
Please remind yourself, that the Kings of Africa attended to the King of Kings, of Africa, for Example, King Midas was a king of kings, an Emperor. Hailie Selassie, was King of Kings and Emperor. Both were head of the authadox Coptic church. Unified under the Emperor. With all there traditions.
@@daharos It's not the educational system in the states that has caused this problem! It's the atitudes, morality, lack of intelligence, and social structure of Africans world wide that caused our down fall! In short if our ancestors knew better African world wide would be doing better.
@@diva70smusic You know what I learned from African Spirituality Ifa? The black mother goddess put African Americans into slavery because they would not worship her in west Africa. That's a black African, women deity that done this! Let's talk about that! You want to know what I learned in black history! Africans set up Marcus Gravey when the man was trying to get them to become industrial at the start of the industrial age when the playing field was sorter leveled. Y'all really need to stop romanticizing about Africa cause the real truth is not pretty!
Can someone explain the issue with the water supply in Ghana. Is it true about a dam built in a river which cut the water supply down significantly to rural areas. It was reported that the dam was built to supply a hydraulic electric supply. Also people are asking about digging wells for water supply. It's been reported that girls in Ghana and other parts of Africa don't have proper feminine hygiene supplies and have to stay home during that time frame causing them to miss out on school days. People in the USA don't feel obligated to contribute to the economic needs of Africans because Africa is a continent governed by black Africans. People are asking why can't black Africans figure out how to manage the poverty areas of Africa and elevate all Africans to atleast a non poverty level. Why does parts of Africa still allow foreign businesses from places like China move in and take over land and resources and bring their people from their country to work the businesses instead of hiring other Africans. If there is a drinking water issue in rural Africa why hasn't the various governments used it's resources to supply wells to accommodate the issue? These are some of the issues being heard about rural living conditions areas of Ghana and other African countries. What is the REAL TRUTH?
my experience is that ghanaians are loving and comforting to everyone of any colour so long as they respect the culture. it is one of the most amazing places i have been and returned many times.
Very entertaining and informative! The most surprising things I learned about Africa were how big it is and how diverse (culturally, genetically, environmentally). There's so much more to Africa than we Americans imagine.
I am black Hispanic. Know has garifuna in central America. Met someone from Africa who informed me, i was not really black, because the palm of my hands was not dark. I sure did not know what dhe meant.
I love Garifuna!!! Are you in Honduras? You are indigenous to America, you arent African. You know how you can tell? Your beautiful language that the Spanish try to tell you cannot be spoken has no relation to an African language therefore there historically was no contact. Hold onto your culture.
Also black and hispanic got the same here from just regular aftican Americans. Its bs you shouldnt by into since youre a decedent of african diaspora and nothing can change that not even your latin ad mixture. Anyways who is to say. You should check out equatorial guinea. Only spanish speaking country in africa as well as one of the wealthiest from what ive heard.
@@SAC_-bq4vu no we arent descendants of the African diaspora. We are remnants of our own American Aborigine tribes. Gaurifuna is indigenous to the Americas, I am American Indian, an aborigine not a native American and our cultural languages have no African traces therefore we didnt have a long history with these people. Y'all hurt our cultural heritage with that misinformation.
I’m not here to debate. I just want to say thank you for the video. This is a conversation that needed to be had. I have put myself out there to a few African people as individuals and I start it off normally with the joke about Africans not liking black Americans, but then, when I talk to them in more detail about why they think that is some people tell me they have been betrayed by a lot of black Americans and violent ways, or that they just assume we were lazy from what was shown to them. I am aware that America loves to show negative stereotypes of Black people globally and they do it to us here in America. We don’t see prestigious areas of Africa. What we in fact, see is just struggling people that live in Africa, where they are starving, they are homeless, and they are just dead up about to die. but in the long run, it’s all nonsense. The table was tilted to begin with. I am very happy to have found this channel. I know I am a little late to the party. But I am going to start saving up now to get to Ghana, Africa.
Lived in the US most of my life, born in the UK, left the US to live in Ireland in 2004, now live presently in France. One thing I have noticed when I see Americans who live in other countries, they want to push their Americanism onto the people of that country. You left the US for a reason! Respect is a what is needed. You are in their country, trying to change it to make you feel comfortable. People in other countries don't appreciate that. Before I left I learned as much as I can of my adoptive country(s) and it has bee pretty positive. I know it's difficult to leave the country you were raised in but other countries have a lot to offer too. Other than that, I love your video. It does take courage to live in another country. Best of luck to you both.
Yes and its the entitlement. Yet, other countries place the US on a pedastal and give the perception that everything in the US is the standard, when we all know that the US could take notes from others as well.
Please keep doing what you are doing. What a beautiful couple you are. My family and I are contemplating leaving the US, but with very careful research, so this content is perfect.
Black Americans don’t love you trust me. Haitian here. They hate all foreign blacks, cause they treat us like shit when we come here. NOT the friendliest people, in spite of them also being black.
Lies even in dating all other blacks hate each us. If it wasn’t from I movement none of them would be able to have the freedom to be here and provide for their family..
I guess it depends on where in Africa that you go to. I’m glad you’re having a very good experience in the country you went to, but a lot of places in Africa are tribal oriented and not necessarily nation oriented. If you’re living among people that are tribal, they look at black Americans as a black white man! 😂
Who are fhe “they”... give us examples- there is NO PLACE IN AFRICA they consider a BLACK person as a white! It is either youre ignorant or self hating- yes, tribalism exists- even in the u.s within the black community- but dont come spread bs lies
@@ovie10 I’m not being a troll and not trying to make anyone angry. I’m an older guy. I read a story from a black American doctor back in the seventies. He went hunting in Zimbabwe and the guide and trackers asked him what tribe he was from and he didn’t know how to answer. These were his observations. There’s been a lot of advancement in DNA tests since then and black Americans can get an idea where in Africa they came from. You do realize that a lot of African borders were drawn up in colonial offices in Europe. Many peoples were disenfranchised tribally by being minorities in two or three different countries. I’m glad things are improving. That was then and this is now!
i was born in Africa , i live and work here , what you described about black Americans will only be true if they speak something out of their mouths otherwise they are black as everybody else and about tribes in the next two generations i am afraid, tribes will be gone (example of Tanzania) because of intermarriage between tribes, my kids for example do not know they language of my tribe, but they know Kiswahili and English
Love your energy.. I am a Ghanaian woman living in states dating an AA beautiful man and love his southern chivalry! Never have I ever felt entitled to anything here .. I work hard …paid for my education, and living the American dream..when I go back home I am treated the exact same way, like a guest in my own country! It saddens me when I hear stories of disgruntled AA talk bad about my beloved Ghana!! there are corrupt people everywhere. Thank you for breaking it down and explaining both cultures and expectations.. keep up the positivity! As a Ghanaian woman I feel welcome here! Keep enjoying Ghana 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙏
The biggest lie I was told was Africa was poor. When I arrived to Ghana I saw huge mansions that people live in.
The second thing was Ghana was dangerous. I felt safer in Ghana than I did walking around at night here in Houston.
@Cole Franklin - You walked Houston at night, did you have the HPD and constables walking with you?? LOL just joking but we understand coming from Houston and thanks for the comment 😊!
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I feel very safe in my small town in California, but I felt even SAFER in Ghana because I never felt like I would be shot by the police by walking alone at night. I NEVER crossed the street to avoid a white woman-that alone added 6 months to my life.❤️
same here, especially in middle school. all bad pictures
Cole. - I also saw some huge mansions in Ghana during my two visits to Ghana (recent visit was fir 10 months, so I saw a lot, across regions). But, those huge mansions were not the norm. I also saw a lot of poverty-abject poverty. I was never under the delusion that all Africans are poor; but I’m also not under delusion that there is little poverty in Africa. There is a lot of it. While it is true that Africa is the wealthiest continent in terms of mineral and some natural resources, that wealth has not transferred into the pockets of the citizens of Africa, save a very few. And, therein lies the problem.
Absolutely. You definitely have to be careful in houston.
I migrated to the US at a very young age, and the worst treatment I got was from African Americans. It was a horrible experience at such a young age. There’s a lot to say on the hate within the race and colorism, it’s pretty sad.
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Exactly. It's the same with the self hate of Africans who come to America. The Africans I've come in contact were very submissive towards white people and hated black Americans. So everyone has different experiences. I work in international investments and alot of contracts are in Africa. But guess what all the investors are Israeli and Chinese. So why don't AFricans invest in their own land and not let foreigners own them?
Self hate was prevalent amongst black people especially before the internet
Again I will never stop reminding so call FBAS how they treated Africans BecUse of their indoctrination, it’s almost like we should be mistreated because they were bamboozled by the slavery system
I am a black american and as a child, I don't think I knew anyone from Africa, yet, as an insult, we would call someone African. I don't know where this came from. I am so sorry that African Americans treated you poorly. We were ignorant and raised with stereotypes that we didn't even comprehend. You are wonderful and always were! Love you!!! :)
As a Tanzanian-born that has lived in the U.S. since I was 9, my Tanzanian family members really believe with every fiber of their soul that ALL Americans are rich. I don't think people understand how skewed the media portrayal of the U.S. in general is. When you tell people that poverty is a thing that exists in the U.S, they legit think you're trolling them. It doesn't line up with the media that has been exported to the world.
Poverty does exist in America, but our poverty line is also the highest in the world. The average homeless vet on the street has more money in his pocket right now than the average Malagasy makes in a week. I'm not saying Americans don't have struggles that include access to food and medicine, but our rates of such struggles are far lower than in most parts of Africa. Much of Africa has two classes: Abject poverty and crazy rich; the former being many, many times more numerous than the latter. America has so many classes that our tax code is extremely complex. We have a thriving middle class. Impoverished Americans are a minority rather than a 90% majority. While our healthcare is expensive (due almost entirely to government meddling), we have numerous ways to support each other in paying for it, and emergency services are free or funded by the public. Which is why we don't really have neglected diseases to speak of. Rabies shots cost $20,000, but we only lose two people to rabies every year, and in almost every single case, the victim simply didn't know they'd been exposed. Up to 8,000 Americans are bitten by venomous snakes each year, but because of medical access, only about five people die from snakebite. And most had underlying contributing factors or did not seek immediate care. By comparison, rabies kills around 50,000 people worldwide every year, most of them in Africa and Asia, and snakebite kills over 30,000 people worldwide every year, most in the tropics. Both rabies and snakebite are considered neglected tropical diseases. And they are neglected in large part for economic reasons.
But with the costs of everything higher that American homeless isn't much better off then homeless in other countries.
By 3rd world standards, poor Americans live like kings. Food, shelter, iphones, tv, cars, education... electricity and flushing toilets. Americans are spoiled to think they are poor. Travel to the 3rd world and see what REAL POVERTY LOOKS LIKE!
@everything everything And yet, instead of considering why that is and learning to count your many blessings, you yell, "How DARE they not affirm my perpetual victim mentality!" Check your privilege, American.
@everything everything Maybe theyre fooled by all the cars, tvs, iphones, bank accounts, ...that allow BA to TRAVEL the world ...while the 3rd world poor can barely travel to a neighboring TOWN!!!!
I worked with Africans and Black Americans at a company and the Africans looked down on the Black Americans, but did not say it out loud.
Jeez, I don't even know where to start on this one. I'm an African (East Africa) in my late 50's who has lived in the US for most of my adult life. America has been good to me. Almost all my family is still in Kenya and I am planning to go back to retire there. I spend several months every year in Kenya but come back to the US because of my job. I was born in Kenya and love it deeply. I have lived in the US and love it deeply. I lived for several years in Mexico and love it deeply. All I can say is that there is no perfect place on earth in a general sense. There is, however, a perfect place for everyone. The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. To be perfectly honest, I have always felt more safe and accepted in the US than in my home country. I have experienced next to zero racism in the US but have experienced quite a bit of tribalism in Kenya. As an example, recently when I was back in Kenya, I was arrested, escorted to the police station by two Administrative Police officers carrying long guns, all on the suspicion that I was a terrorist because I stood too long outside a bank waiting for my brother and I "look Somali"! I have NEVER been racially profiled in the US. In all the time I have lived in the US I have been stopped by the police a total of 2 times, both times I was at fault, and both times the officer let me go with a warning. Both times it was a white officer. That has been my experience. If you are Kenyan you have to admit that people (native Kenyans at any rate) live in almost constant fear of being robbed, mugged, plundered or at the very least conned in one way or the other. By other Kenyans. Most people live behind walls and fences of some sort or the other and doors are made of steel and are locked with multiple locks early every evening. Everyone in in my immediate family, and beyond, has been robbed and or mugged at some point. My 80+ year old parents were robbed in their own home one night, hogtied on the floor for 8 hours while the thieves ransacked their house. Oh, and they poisoned my parent's dogs before breaking in. My mother has never quite recovered from the trauma. And my parents were lucky. Many people don't live to tell the tale. Compared to that, I feel VERY safe living in the US! But you know what? I'm still going to retire in Kenya. It is a decision I have made. I do not want to get old in the US. Life isn't always about safety and comfort. Kenya is my Mother and I'm going back and make the best of it. Like I said before, there is no perfect country on the earth, but for me, at this time in my life, Kenya is the perfect place for me...
Thank you for sharing your experience.
I find it interesting how America is looked upon as great because of structural difference but what she is doing to make people so comfortable in America is cause conflict so you want to come and stay go home and build your country MA because she is great, American blacks if living in Mother Africa should be creating jobs if true be told
I had seen more discrimination among ourselves than any other race. There is no perfect place on this planet. Everything has it pros & Con . China is taking over Africa as some leaders are more corrupted than others.
People just needs to find what ever make them happier. At the end of the day we are just passengers on this planet. We don’t own nothing or belong anywhere. We are all tourist on this earth.
Thank you for your story!
The fact that we Americans are hated by someone that they have never met is very sad. These African Americans that hates Americans don’t understand or realize that there are many Americans
That donates money 💰 time
Expertise to make some things
In Africa better for the Africans
That the Americans can reach.
I am a person that wants to help some people but my help is to whom I want and as much as I want. I find it very selfish and rude that it seems African’s thinks that Americans owe them something.
If the legends are true that some Africans sold Africans into slavery then maybe we should be pissed off at Africans?
I had a coworker who was from Africa he started a farm in Africa and paid the African laborers $14 a month. Them money from the farm he could afford more than $100 a month. I think that that is very despicable and wish a better life for all people.
Africans, Some people’s plans has taken them 10 and 20 years from $0 to get ahead.
Make a plan and work it until you get ahead and stop hating others for what you didn’t do for yourself! You will not be the only person that started with $0
You are right!!👍
There is no perfect country in the world!!😊
The media makes the whole continent of Africa look impoverished and “savage” or “uncivilized” so as a black American when i visited i was blown away by the beauty and richness of culture and FUN!
Love that! It is so true!!! Thanks @MeoMai
Me too
MeoMai H-B, I agree, Africa (I visited South Africa) is the most beautiful place I have ever visited and I have been to a lot of countries and states, but AFRICA there aren't words to describe its rich beauty.
Bro I am right now chilling in Africa. Life is so good in Africa with a little money. Life is more sweet if you have a little abode of your own which frees you from rent.
@@frankbekoe3109, enjoy!
On behalf of all Africans on the planet. I want tell all my Africans Americans brothers and sisters that we Africans love you so much from the bottom of our hearts ❤❤❤❤❤🖤❤
We Love you too!!!!
😂😂😂😂.
And me, from the States love ALL of Black Africans/Afro Americans!
We love you too!
Yesssss we love you too!!!
You guys are lovely and very pleasant to watch. I have not watched your other videos yet, but I truly enjoyed this one!
I live in the US, came here in my teens, with an open heart and was treated terribly by Black Americans, it took me a few years to heal and I made a decision not to hate an entire group over the actions of some. Black Americans also bare responsibility for being mean and hateful toward Africans. It’s not a one way thing.
Agreed. I apologize for your experience.
@@calvinhoward3808 Thank you. I love all my Black brothers and sisters no matter where they are. It’s all good now. ❤️
Truth! I had a similar experience when I came here at age 6, it scarred me for life. We have so many issues within the black race it’s unfortunate!
Oh that's typical for them. Heck, they even use ethnic slurs when referring to each other. I'm proud of being white and I think everyone should be proud of their own race and I would never condone anyone using an ethnic slur to describe themselves.
@@daguroswaldson257 Them? Ok.
My Nigerian in-laws assumed a lot of stereotypes about us and (we learned later)weren't at all excited to meet us. We had stereotypical ideas about them and treated the trip as more a "duty" than an opportunity ..... THEN WE MET. NEVER have I been treated so well as a guest in a home or in the country. And when they came to America I did my very best to be a good hostess but I felt my hospitality wasn't not equal to theirs . It was eye opening. It was a precious experience. We each had gifts the other could benefit from....we just didn't know it until we met.
Many of our People in the Diaspora don't understand African Attitude of in Guest Reception... Every Guest, especially a Relative is Special even Foreigners.
In Eastern Africa, Kongo and Southern Africa BANTU Communities it's known as Ubuntu.
Couples have given their Bedrooms to Guests to offer them Comfort & Security...
Guess what happened when your Favourite age mate came visiting on a sleepover in a polygamous Family... 😂??
In the
Thank you for sharing your experience. Having actual relationships, friendships, and conversations about these topics are definitely a good thing. We don’t know anything about each other besides what we see on media.
They didn't cut you a check for selling your ancestors though did they?
@@darklordofyocommunitah4781 lol
@@darklordofyocommunitah4781 and you don't help pay for burials after killing your own people daily in the US. An Afro-Caribbean here. So come for me.
Hey lovely family i just left Cleveland on my way to Ghana...see you all soon!
Very good commentary on this all important issue of race!!!
Yeey, arrive safely to the motherland. I hope you enjoy your stay.
@tequisha mcdearmon -Looking forward to seeing you on Sunday and thanks for the comment 😊!
Slight correction: When it comes to the African American vs. African crap, it's a matter of ETHNICITIES, not race.
Ok so it’s Monday now! What’s the update?
I'm from cleveland I been thinking about going to the motherland for a long time now how is Ghana did u have to get covid vaccine to go there?
I lived in Africa for 2yrs for work and was treated like family every where I went. It surprised some of my now friends when they found out I was American. They helped me to understand and learn customs, culture and the language. I’m going back to visit next year
@@sergeantscuba7677 thank you for speaking up
I just got back from Tanzania, It's great there. Africa is beautiful. Food literally falls from the trees. I'm going back to Africa to live permanently
How is the economy there
Ask why the Africans are leaving before you replace them.
@@mfax1000 Exactly, Ghana Natives are trying to flee to Europe as we type!
@@melaninonfleek8670 - Why flee to Europe....why not go to neighbouring African countries.....bcz they can't.
@@mfax1000 The main issues in African youth is lack of jobs and capital to start business. Less knowledge on how to utilize resources that is around us and to some countries political issues and conflicts. Apart from that with small capital you can become multi millionaire in few years in Africa than anywhere else in this planet.
Excuse me! Africans have been coming to America and working in Education, Medicine and lots of fields. So yes African Americans know that immigrants from every country are taking jobs that native born Americans may be qualified for. So it works both ways.
You're absolutely correct.
@linkzable Betty Smth is only saying that it works both ways. Don't get it twisted. I know some Africans have a problem with blacks and I know some blacks have an issue with Africans. Some like I said it works both ways.
Betty remember the USA is a land of immigrants. That is the history of the U.S. Africa is not known as a land of Immigrants. Africa is the land of the BLACK man,just like China is for Chinese and Indian is for Indians
Yeah, many of us especially see Nigerians as a people who progress far beyond African Americans in their own country. Always advancing their education and making their parents proud with degrees and high paying jobs.
@@freshstart2105 If they are so advanced why havent they built up Nigeria?
We love African Americans as our brothers and sisters. I honestly admire African Americans like you who were not even born on the continent and lived in the US your whole lives, yet you sold everything and moved to Ghana with eight suitcases. I was born in Ghana and left to Germany at the age of 21. At 53 I’m moving back to Ghana with my German wife and seven children from the UK where we currently live. I’ve been following your journey and you’ve inspired us a lot! We are also documenting our journey on our new family channel to also inspire others just as you have inspired us. I believe as many share their stories of moving back others will be inspired to move too. Together with brothers and sisters on the continent we can help build the Africa we want to see. God bless Ghana! God bless Africa! God bless the Expat Life Ghana family!
@Family By Nature - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️. Do look us up when you get here.
@@ExpatLifeGhana you are welcome. We will definitely link up when we are in Ghana. Thanks!
@@suzygirl1843 my wife’s grandfather is African American Miss. Her dad is German and mum is half African American, half German. We have our birthdays on the same day and blessed by Jehovah God with 7 beautiful children. She’s not new to Ghana and I’m definitely not stupid. Hate is not what we need. Love is the answer. Don’t insult people you don’t know. Treat others with respect and respect will be accorded to you as well. Stay blessed!
@Jayden Johnson that’s fine brotha.
No disrespect you cannot be two land masses it's not a nationality African-American is a brand label Jesse Jackson and George Bush Senior coined that phrase in the early 80s back to the study with respect checkmate wow
Africans in particular aren’t really hateful toward us. But lots of other cultures look at us skeptically because we’re generally poorly portrayed, by the most powerful media companies in the globe. And we’re not 100% blameless in that portrayal, unfortunately.
I lived in Dallas for 4 years. Attended a African church in Irving. I would say they do not REALLY understand Blk Americans. Alot of Africans are very proud and are slow to listen to Blk Americans. One woman tried to tell me our history and had it ALL wrong.
Again please take the time to find out which nationality the majority of the members are from. Africa is not just a single country with one language. Understand it’s very diverse. All African are not the same.
@@lareytogba9984 Most were from Nigeria (not my favorite). I got along very well with the Ghanians. I have also found people from Ethiopia and Ivory Coast agreeable. Congolese...not my favorite.
Blk Americans are also VERY different from North, South, West coast, East coast. Also I really love blk Canadians.
Hamites /Africans don't like American black who are Israelites.. God's chosen people
@@yacobisrael6955 wow, this is whats going on, jealousy hate because we are God chosen, but God is love.🙏
@@leleg3046 THE GOD OF ISRAEL ONLY LOVE HIS CHOSEN PPL ... Amos 3:1-
Representing Mozambique .
On behalf of all Africans in the world.
I here endorse this truth to all our African brothers and sisters in America that we Africans LOVE YOU AND NEED YOU. BlAXIT
Thank you!! I love you too. People of Africa. From an African American raised in the South during 1960's during the Civil Rights. I know Yiu have had your trials too.
@Lil Lush Oh please
No one owes Americans anything.
Embarrassing that a fellow Mozambican wrote this. This isn’t our problem. It’s West Africa’s problem ffs
As much as we love and need them, they don't feel the same. It's not good to stay in a white man's land for too long, you then now take the characteristics of the oppressor.
@Massambula G I don't think he said you need him at all.
Most blacks won't leave the US because they will have to actually work to eat and have housing in Africa.
This is something I observed in myself and others when traveling around the world. We may complain about America nonstop at home but as soon as we land in a foreign country, we’re confronted by just how American we are. And it tends to cause some introspection and a better, more nuanced appreciation of America.
Tell truth then...
This is the entire field of anthropology - understanding where you're from better by going somewhere else.
And the truth is America does a pretty good job of integrating all the diverse races and cultures which is certainly not easy. You have to travel around the world to see that. The US is hardly the most racist country in the world, but you would not know that listening to our media these days.
No, we need our own country by any means necessary.
@@ebe-hero7052 Who is "we"? If you mean a Black nationalism agenda, Liberia is that project. I don't think it's gone all that well, though.
Great chat guys. Informative and unpretentious.
I came to Ghana this year. I didn’t experience hate. I felt so loved and welcomed.
Yes oo
It's a myth perpetuated by the western media.
If you come to Ghana with no luggage you'll be accepted wholeheartedly.
I hated the title of the video as well, but I think their perspectives and points are quite fair and factual. I think it's important for people to know what they are talking about, it'll drastically improve relations with local Ghanaians and African Americans coming back home.
@rashiona A - We are integrated into the system from talking to regional ministers to street hawkers. Sometimes it takes you to give a second look at what you're dealing with. It is not widespread but there is some resentment and thanks for the comment 😊!
rashiona A, I visited South Africa a few years ago and I didn't expect to receive such a warm welcome and I truly enjoyed talking with and listening to my sisters and brothers from Africa, the love I have for Africa is overwhelmingly joyful, I will never forget them.
@sourcestv ghana yes and remember you must have not only a passport but a visa to come if you have a passport and need a visa contact me Reverend Kojo at Beachside ministries # 33 Beach drive Road Ghana
I am a Ghanaian born and raised in America. I have never ever experienced Ghanaians not loving black Americans. Just left the Motherland and as always nothing but love.
I have work with West Africans from different countries of Africa in West Texas in the oil fields never experienced any hate with them
@Legba daniels If his parents are Ghanaians then he can consider himself Ghanaian. He probably have dual citizenship. You do not get to tell people what they are or are not.
@Legba daniels Lol. this comment was so hilarious. The dumbest statement EVER! Lol
@Legba daniels Hello Legba,even if u r born in the divided states of America you are still African,,cause races came from Africa...Period..
This is just,an additional comment ,,,your video is well done,, and informative...But if we go back to scriptures and history we will all come to the conclusion that our opinions are solely the way we were taught or educated.The entire human race was originally started in the Bantu (motherland) .Yah chose His people from a particular tribe called them Israel ,gave laws , commands that this particular tribe should obey,, unfortunately they or our ancestors disobeyed,, they were enslaved to the other nations up until now. That is just a quick or brief description of why black people dislikes each other read Deuteronomy 28 to get an idea..
Man you two are so in love - Just the way you look at each other is amazing! Great post!
Great initiative. I am African living in the usa but recently just started to moving back to Africa. Ivory coast
You covered a really great topic and shall you continue it it would great. Its good to hear these differences from different perspectives.
Hoping to cash one of your live.
🇨🇮🇨🇮🇨🇮 ❤
Everywhere I have visited or lived in Africa I’ve been poorly treated by people of the same or similar ethnic background as myself - and I’ve never been treated as ‘just black’. Socio-economic, mixed-ethnicity differences and tribal differences in Africa cause just as much division as racial identity in the US. In my experience the only exception has been from Christ-centered communities of any racial identity in any country.
Truth!!!
Sure
Christ centered is exactly right
@@michaelpardo8403 not true. You're pre-Christian
@@michaelpardo8403 Sure, but Christian leaders usually dont incite people to kill for them like other religions. Just the other day in Nigeria, 50 worshippers in a Catholic church were murdered by Islamists. This has been going on regularly for several years. You never see a mosque attacked by Christians.
So happy you no longer have that burden. It felt great when I moved to the Dominican Republic and realized nobody in the supermarket saw me as an "other."
I take it you don't have very dark skin.
I moved from DC and it was great...but I'm white.
@m_train1 If you ever go to Dominican Republic and stay at a hotel-resort, take note of which jobs are exclusively done by light skin people, and then look at which jobs that dark skin people are exclusively doing. If you're dark you will not be doing jobs that require you to be talking to the customers.
I've been there twice.
I'm a white American and sorry for the racism Black Americans experience and embarrassed for how bad things are and not only how blind and biased people are but also how many people willfluly perpetuate injustice. Sorry. ...
@@ModMINI My comment wasn't about white Americans. It was about the Dominican Republic. Plus I'm white anyway.
Someone once told me if i want to come and live in Africa. I shouldn't come looking for a job, because the locals there need the work.
I should come to start a business to help provide jobs for them.
There's not a lot of jobs available there so I can understand why they would want the citizens who have been living and schooling there to get those opportunities. Diasporans moving back should either have enough funds to survive or a way to have an income at this time. I think whether you start a business and hire the people or not you will still be helping the economy so don't think that is expected of you.
Yeah. Why would you bother? Unless you were just helping the poor and undeveloped learn?
As a Kenyan African, Regarding AA finding Reasonable occupation I suggest as follows..
At Least visit on Holiday Africa First and stay some months in the Country that suits your temperament and development best.
African Countries offer different Challenges Job wise...you will Research if your current skills are employable,.. failing which the option Of self-employment should be explored..
Depending on your African Scale of Lifestyle Self employment you will be pleasantly surprised is Achievable because of Economic & Legislative dynamics in Africa are Conducive..U need far less Capital investment/Outlay.
Ur Job/Biz Decision is Not Benevolent but should be Self Serving first like anywhere else.
Right. Always bring them something after they sold many of their people. The nerve.
@@soleil3759 ....
Btw Africa has done Well in getting rid of the Colonial Oppressive Master, without AA or Diaspora Assistance.
African States Economic and Strategic infrastructure is Not begging for AA/Diaspora Capital or human inflows..
Africa as a Continent is endowed with enough Land& Natural Resources.
NOT every AA/ Diasporan feels the way you do or needs to migrate to Africa...
U can stay put....and watch...
We are Okay with that.
See you at the Olympics..
I found this interesting being a black Texan myself…. I’m glad y’all done found a home in a foreign country but I’m staying here. I’m American. Texan first if anything. I’m curious to know where y’all from? I’m from Houston so I don’t feel any issues being black here but that’s just me. Salute from h town
I'm white but I feel the same way I'm born and raised in Montgomery,AL
Montgomery is like all black and my family is scared of it. they talk about claiming European citizenship through ancsetry.
But we are all just Americans as much as much as we might not like it, we are all mixed somewhat and our cultures are way more similar to each other than it is any african or european country
"I’m American. Texan first if anything." Me, too. From Marshall, "Heart of the ArkLaTex."
Living in the USA is like each is it’s own country and being black here it’s like being a foreigner. We always reminded on the census we not American.
Us black United States citizens are told that African countries are poor and have no mineral wealth? Simply an big lie. Excellent show.
you have a right wing obvilusly anti-black governeor and you don's have a problem with that, It is just like during slavery that most blacks were happy living on the plantation
Went to Tanzania, South Africa and Zambia. Experienced nothing but love. They just think you are rich since you're American.
So true,typing from South Africa
You can't tell them their experience
Very true 🙂.
True
@Massambula G 🤔not going to defend your 'hate' statement but on my side as a female police officer working for child protection unit can tell you that most of my cases are of other Africans as you put it supplying drugs to minors
"Thanks for the video. It has to be an open dialogue between all Africans everywhere"
Am Kenyan. Black American are our bother and sister. That the fact.
Great video. Love your energy. Thanks for sharing.
"If I do, it's from my Irish side."
Thank you for acknowledging that.
You both seem to be wonderful people, who enjoy the company of each other. I hope all your days are blessed.
Bro, when the woman said she has no slave ancestors exept maybe Irish, I knew she is from USA/New world! You probably will be shoked, but slavery didnt exist only about 300 years and only in the New world. Slavery exists for 100% sure last several thousand years in all parts of the world. And most likely even in Paleolithic age, because many "Paleolithic" hunter gathereres in the Middle ages and early Modern period had slaves. They didnt need worker slaves, but when they attacked other tribe, they took women of that tribe for sex slavery. White master-black slave was a thing only about 300 years of Modern era and only in the New world. I mean white slave owners and black slaves also existed for example in early Medieval Europe, but there were many white slaves also, the majority of them were white. One part of Western European (English, who are direct ancestors of many Americans, French, west German etc) peasants were free, but the other part were serfs/slaves (they couldnt leave their master without his permission, they were obliged to work for him) untill 15-16 century. In East Germany and Eastern Europe serfdom existed untill 18-19 century. Also in early Middle ages for example Danes took English slaves, while Anglosaxons took Danish slaves. Same with Africa. Inside one ethnic group there were aristocrates, free commoners and slaves/serfs. Or if there was no class stratification, one tribe of, lets say, Hutu people attacked another Hutu clan and turned some of them into slaves. Or Hutu attacked, lets say, Tutsi people and turned some of them into slaves. Same with other parts of the world during the history.
@@jus_sanguinis In the long run, slavery had nothing to do with racism, it was a human crime against other humans.
@@rogerzimet Of course. Alot of slaves were just P.O.W. it's a debate on whether Bacon's Rebellion lead to chattel slavery. That's really when racism became an issue, I think.
@@jus_sanguinis alot of Americans know that, I'm American and know slavery been going on for forever, like duh. and actually he's the American and she's west African and Irish.
Irish people weren't slaves,they were indentured servants. It's a difference...
Thank you for mentioning the "wig" the Lawyers wear. It sickens me to see that. It looks ridiculous! I am a Ghanaian and l don't like it. There's absolutely no need for it because it contributes nothing to the profession in Ghana but rather perpetuates our colonial mentality. It's a shame.
Yes I agree. They do the same thing in Nigeria! I hate that. It is ridiculous and totally unneeded.
It is a sign that neither Ghana nor Nigeria is not free of colonial rule if they’re still wearing white wigs!!
@@goodbrother1000 they've been independent for 7 decades now but the "mentality" and those "traditions" are still there. Just the same as a lot of Caribbean countries still practice a lot of what was the British/Indian influences.
OOooohh!!! ys - just get rid of that ''wig''' - it looks so ridiculous ...BAD....no discussion - get rid of it - period...( EVEN this type of white wedding celebration....white christmas....sis..!!, and you women get rid of this wig on your heads - be african - be black..
Here in the Caribbean lawyers also do that, especially judges. But I do not expect any better from a group of people who are as corrupt as the day is long. The wig is the least of the problem.
I’m a white dude in my mid-60s, but back in the 70s when I was in college I took a humanities class. Much to my surprise the entire class for the entire semester was on west African culture. The Ashanti tribes, and others. At first I didn’t think I would like it, but it was very enlightening and what I learned in the class has stayed with me all these years. West Africa has a very rich and diverse culture. We studied the people and their art, and their culture. Good luck and best wishes to you in Africa.
@Larry Finley - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.
I majored in math....funny how the latest narrative is that math is racist......the excuse given for people who cannot understand mathematics
@BIG R Who precisely is demanding it ? Most people I know really do not care...they have their own set of problems they have to deal with
@BIG R The left controls the media, so the only stories that get put forth are those that make the minorities look like victims. Victims are never held accountable for their behavior
@BIG R The media only publishes stories that make blacks appear to be victims, because victims are never held accountable for their behavior
I have came in contact with plenty of Africans that hate, dislike, and some feel they are better than black Americans.
But all of them are not like that.
Prejudiceness should not exist at all but it do. We all need too do much better
Some* Africans... I wouldn't use the word hate! Hate is too strong of a word to have for one another.
As an African living in America, and having interacted with African Americans, I'll have to say, for the most part it's more of cultural differences if you ask me. Lol the rest are just ignorant stuff(inferiority or superiority complex or whatever you want to call it) many at times not even relevant.
White looks at blacks as inferior, African Americans look at Africans as inferior because they come directly from "Africa," and many at times like to distant themselves from Africans/Africa unless it's beneficial to them. Meanwhile, Africans looking at African Americans as poor lost souls with no cultural/moral upbringing or etiquettes. Lol
@Mike lantern - There is some straight up hate out there so don't think it's too strong of a word and thanks for the comment 😊!
And that's sad we lost souls but do you ever really think Slavery had apart in it all. Do you know how many slave minded people there are do you? That tells me alot about Africa I always wanted to go there but the more I read from the People talking its something more to the story that haven't been told Why the World hate Afro Americans so bad. Alot of people are accepted and live good lives we on the other hand been through Hell. But we still overcome it All but we still have love for y'all tho just don't understand what we did to make y'all kidnap steal and sell us and have the nerves to Hate Us smdh
@@ExpatLifeGhana You went looking for Hate. Most Africans are focused on living their own lives. So if you look for Hate with a derogatory condescending attitude...then you will get what you seek for.
My sister you have said it all, i wonder what he is doing in a country he claims hates him, you know what, truth be told that's all he is exposed to, so everywhere he finds himself, he had to find someone who hates him.
You're right. Exactly how I used to look at them I must confess.
I love you tube ...It's great to get different perspectives on the human experience. looking forward to catching up on all your stuff . 🙂
Why are you here
@@itslitallday4361 he could be one eighth black! you know what they say? one drop of black blood? he's welcome to follow this video.
@@itslitallday4361 we know why
@@itslitallday4361 why are you here?
@@itslitallday4361 Delete this toxic trash. It's a benefit for all people(homo sapiens) to understand all stories.
I don’t think they hate us. 💯 I think we are just from two completely different cultures.
@Underground Guy For the purpose of clarification, your statement is in response to the content creator correct?
Is gonna take a little bit of time to understand each other, we love y'all, how can somebody hate himself? Because if i hate is like hating myself.
Agree, it seems like a misunderstanding that can be overcome with time.
THEY DO NOT HATE US.. THEY LOVE US
please also colourism really!!!!. please dont introduce this too much , dont come with that mind set, leave it in the americas. just say hey am coming check part of my roots. be happy.
Great conversation ❤ Thanks for putting things in perspective
On behalf of all east Africans...we do not hate African Americans,we love our brothers and sisters that have so much to offer for our people
Even though AA don't treat African migrants as brothers away from home......As we do them..
We Africans open our homes to all strangers and.even feed them and give them valuable time, but AA have little or No time for African......
.....But other Communities do better than AA..
@@williamkamau1167 goes both ways. As an AA I've met east Africans and were friendly with them, and some Africans were friendly some weren't.
@@fcdraw ....I look forward to a home away from home on my next visit from an AA....
We are not your brother and sisters. We are the biblical israelites. I'm sure you know our true history cannanite
@@danielcrowley6596 ....So ur saying A Native.Africans are Neither Brother & Sisters to Israelites/Cananites = the AA...!?
This is a First for me and some of us.
Assuming ur Right/True... and ur Out there and we on Mama Africa what's the.way forward. Are Africans supposed to Now migrate so that.you lot (AA) can Return.
Am in Africa,...Kenya as we write,...where are u domiciled..!?
Before I watch this video, I want to say we love our fellow African Americans, we just need to understand each other coming from different cultures.
you sound like some white man trying to tell native Americans we should not get our land back
@@fkujakedmyname So would you encourage black folk living in the USA who own property to return it to Native Americans?
fkujakedmyname, European American
@@kingforaday8725 they should live anywhere they want, bcz they're Africans and Americans at the same time
@@fkujakedmyname you need to learn to read and understand.
As an African American I've *never* had a problem getting along with Africans. One of my best friends in college was a girl from Kenya and I've had a lot of Liberian and Nigerian friends. I get along with Africans better than I do with most African Americans 💯
Same! I’m half Nigerian American! Even tho i grew up around African Americans all my life, they were the ones that bullied me and excluded me from a lot of things. Africans are way more friendlier bc I also met this girl from I think Nigeria or Senegal and she was so nice and sweet too🥹 even tho I’ve met some African Americans that are nice tbh and I still have those as my friends today :) I’d generally agree with you
These two tools are clout chasers.
Africans who are traveled are more open minded and understand the AA experience more than continental Africans. You would have to spend a year over there to see what this couple is talking about.
Wow same here I get along with Nigerians more… I grew up with them and went to Nigeria several times never had issues. I put ppl in their place that have an issue with black Americans
Yes I feel the same way because American blacks some have crappy attitudes and love drama but Africans are respectful and more discipline!
Hi, I'm a white dude from Europe, and I like your video. Sorry that we still have the same age old questions about skin color, but I wish the best for you there in Ghana.
I am an African American and I love Africans can't wait to live in Ghana with my brothers and sisters.
Welcome home my sister 🤝🏿
African American are two continents... we are the only group of people who called ourselves African Americans... first we was Indians then we were Negroes then Mulattos then Colored now African American! a term made up by Jesse's Jackson in 1974...smdh
Born in American calling yourself an Africa lol
@@daphneytennard3267 So I I through DNA ,I can trace my ancestry back to Africa. I guess you have never heard of the North Atlantic slave Trade. lmbao.
@@daphneytennard3267 they won’t innerstand what you talking bout
That is sad you are not two continents that is not your nationality is a brand name coined by Jesse Jackson and George senior Bush in the early in the early 80s back to the study checkmate wow
Came for the take. Stayed for the clear and concise angle on a real diaspora problem. Subscribed for the chemistry between you two. Well done.
Hi I'm Kojo from Takoradi. I agree with you guys a lot. I really wish African Americans would leave America (where they are treated with so much hate) and just come home to Africa.
@Ps. Kojo Forson Agreed!!! ❤️️ 💛 💚
I am on my way!! I just sold my house and will be there in July to visit and look for a place, and hopefully I moving by the end of the year. Lord willing
It is Bible prophecy being fulfilled, it’s called Jacob’s trouble which prophesied to happen before the 2nd and last Exodus!
All the Diaspora are of the 12 Tribes of Israelites, with a remnant of our people also suffering on the Continent
@@AwnanNahalyah Wish you the best of luck, I'm hoping to move there next year
Brother you have no idea how much I want to leave this country, but when you’re married, retired and settled, your spouse have to be onboard to leave as well and that’s not happening 😩 but if she ever run away with the mailman I’m out of here!
What a lovely couple - Ghana is lucky to have them . That was so interesting about the credit thing - that Ghana and most of Africa dont rely on credit. You buy something when you can afford - wow . Love these guys .
@mayannaburmeister9741 - thanks for the comment 😊!
For as long as I'm aware even when I was in high school in Ghana there was no such thing as Africans hating what we used to call "black Americans". It is actually the opposite we felt about black Americans. We Ghanaians loved "black Americans" especially because of the racism we learnt they were going through. Ghanaians are mostly Pan African and have solidarity of all black people. When people say Africans don't like Americans, I believe it's not directed against black Americans but mostly white Americans and America's government policy of exploitation of African countries
@Kwaku Akonto - We have found Ghanaians to be very welcoming to all people. There is some resentment about people like us getting here starting businesses and doing very well without setbacks. We are in no way speaking for all people one way or another and thanks for the comment 😊!
@@ExpatLifeGhana I don't think there will be any resentment for African Americans who want to establish businesses and prosper in Ghana. If even Lebanese and Indians and recently Chinese undesirables can set up businesses and prosper in Ghana without resentment I don't think African Americans will be frown upon. You may be confusing the way Ghanaians see Nigerians who are setting up shops in Ghana contrary to the rules of Ghana. You may not be aware, but there's a history of Nigerians maltreatment of Ghanaians in the early 80's when Nigeria was very rich then, and a lot of Ghanaians went there to work. My own brother-in-law died there when on short notice their government under President Shehu Shagar gave all Ghanaians the shortest possible time to leave Nigeria failing which he told his citizens to do whatever they want to do to any Ghanaian they come across. Despite that Ghanaians welcome them, but some of them come there purposely to commit crimes like armed robbery, kidnapping, and internet fraud. If you go by the law an invite a Ghanaian to be a shareholder of 10% of whatever business you want to do if you don't want to acquire the equivalent of immigrant status in Ghana. If you get the resident status or citizenship, that law doesn't apply to you anymore. Be free to do whatever legal business you want to do, and treat the locals with respect and appreciation and nobody will have resentment against you.
Kwaku - Most of the division and so-called hatred that exists between AAs and Africa is between AAs & Africans who emigrate to America. Some Africans come to America and are ignorant about and/or dismissive of the Black struggle in this country. Some take on the same ideology of white people. The reverse happens when some Blacks travel to the Continent. We put our ignorance on full display and turn our noses up. The Africans who have never been here do in fact seem to have a favorable opinion of AAs, at least that has been my experience (I have been to Ghana twice).
The biggest lie Ive been told about Africa is that everyone is poor and that we dont really have a culture.
You make some really great key points to think about. Awesome feedback!
Similarities between Africans and African Americans; our mothers don’t like us banging doors in their house. I can’t wait for someone on youtube to do a video on the similarities between Africans and African Americans. I’m an African (Zambian specifically) in the US for college. I’ve had more conversations about the similarities between the two cultures with my african american friends than who hates who and why.
WE ARE SIMILAR BCUZ WE ARE THE SAME FOLKS AKA BANTUS.
Yes, because we don't like swimming either and I've always felt like it came from our ancestors being taken by sea.
As an AA I'd love that too! I sometimes see similarities between us and that's a topic I'd be interested in talking about.
@@candywilson1442 in America black people did swim, but they began segregating the pools. The white people eventually left neighborhoods with black people, so they got rid of all the pools and the AA's couldn't teach their kids to swim.
@@Zarai_Numbers HERES A TOPIC WE ALL SHOULD KNOW...WE ARE HEBREWS/BANTUS..
The joke about "riding a lion to work" really hit me because my Ghanaian friend in college actually managed to convince a girl that he rode a lion to school when he was a kid. (she was drunk, but it was still hilarious).
I have a Belizean friend who said a similar joke about going to prom night.
In Canada, we all live in snow houses. And drive, dog sleds.
Hahahaha! That's hilarious. I'm from Texas in the southern part of the US and attended college in Chicago up next to the Great Lakes in 1999-2004. Someone in class literally asked me if everyone owned a horse in Texas!! And they were American 😂
That's funny hahahahahah but the Ethiopian lion village where they really ride lions is there.
that girl must have been really dumb
I had the opportunity to travel to both South Africa and Rwanda. I was treated better in those two places than I ever had in the US. What really got my attention was upon arrival. Several people said, Welcome home and come back anytime.” It brought tears to my eyes because it felt like I was truly at home. I have never felt like I was at home in the US but in a foreign place.
On my visit to Ghana, I attended a wedding, I was about 15 minutes late. 3 hours later I was still waiting for the ceremony to start 🙄🙄 but I love Ghana 🥰
Yeah, we have issues with time! SMDH
everybody does except whites and asians. those are the only two that aren't late.
@@hithere748 Italians arrive to work when they want to.lol
@@hithere748 you are talking specifically about Japanese, Korean, and Chinese
It’s called GMT (Ghana Man Time)
I'm Jamaican and Nigerian
Self hate is a crazy illness 🤦♀️
Jamicans are the worst when it comes to hating Africans.
@@sobeliever1638 why hate? Why hate people you don’t even know- 😃😃why not hate people individually hurt another culture or something- Why do ppl say “I hate Africans and blah blah blah” when you say that ur statement is towards all Africans- *This sentence is not referring to your comment im just saying why call Jamaicans the worst for hating them- you don’t even know if she hates Africans 😃🖐
Western system
I'm African American and moved to Ghana in 2017. I instantly fell in line with the local life. I love it but yes I find that that Ghanaians think we all are rich and look to us for help. Sorry 😥But it's not true. We can't help everyone.
You two are awesome! Thanks for the detailed information.
The majority of my life I was terrified of Africa because of the constant negative images I saw all of my life.
You and most of the world. The negative images don't stop in the West.
I have actually seen this, although it was decades ago. I was in the U.S. Navy, late 70s, and we docked in Mauritius. Several African Americans on our ship were robbed, a couple were assaulted, and basically they were treated like crap, while none of the White or Asian sailors suffered anything worse than usual overcharging.
Were you carrying yourselves correctly?
Mauritius has a complex race culture. While most Mautituans will tell tell you they are diverse, multicultural and egalitarian, there is an insidious, all-pervading racial hierarchy etched into the very fabric of their society, with 'white Mauitians' (ex-Dutch mostly) in the 'exclusive' class, then Asians (especially Chinese Mauritians) as the 'middle class', then Indians (the largest social and political group) and last, the African Mauritians whose access to services, education, employment and political/social capital is structurally disempowered in every way. In my experience, white and Chinese Mauritians are amongst the most racist, bigoted and arrogant people I've met of any people group in the world. It's no surprise to me that black Americans were treated so badly there.
Mauritians are Mauritians first and tend to have a superiority complex with sub-Saharan African and or anyone of that appearance thereof.
Well done by those thieves and people as you’re not angels at sea but an imperial death machine for colonisation!
We are NEVER surprised. Africans / Afro-Carribean treat us like that DAILY in our own land. So who would be crazy enough to think they wuddnt do that to us in theirs??
I'm a mixed race Native American (Oneida) who just discovered your channel. Best of luck to you in Africa! It's a beautiful continent.
Luv your vibe. I subbed you
Awesome @@deejames9380! Thanks for subbing and welcome to Expat Life ❤️️!
I’m American on paper but my blood is Africa! Always have been!
@Rich Burgh - African identity and American citizenship for sure and thanks for the comment 😊!
This is the best answer ever describing you as an African American..I love your answer.
Love from a Black brother from Papua New Guinea.
Rich Burgh, words I describe Africa in my book "CHOSEN," "America is the home I know, Africa is the home of my soul!"
@@ExpatLifeGhana You're quite welcome 🙏
@@mangosandpineapples4301 Thank you my brother!
Representing Zambia here. Me and all my friends in my neighbourhood grew up listening and dancing to Black American music. We adored Black American Soul, Funk, RnB, Jazz, Rap & Hip-hop artists. How can you hate people that give you good music?
Simply and well said, my brother. How can you hate anyone that gives good music, dance, food or beautiful women? Unless you try and exploit them for one's selfish gains. Sincere adoration and hate can not coexist toward a particular thing, unless crazy is included. Love conquers all.
@SunFlower State of Mind I'm American born, and I agree. But that mostly comes from 35 y/o and under. 50+ has memories of deperately reconnecting with our lost heritage. Remember million man March? PanAfrican love everywhere, like back in the 50s and 70s. SOME AA are still undergoing residual self - hate. Some resent ancesters being sold and shipped. Media paints Africa as a Tarzan movie. Americans (some) see Africa as tRump sees it. AA are more Euro-centric in culture. (Stuff) and biz outweighs community life, coworkers replace families. America rewards individualism and isolationism. (Some) AA think continentals are unreasonably arrogant pompous.
That said, I encourage you to teach, proactively. Negotiate differences sincerely. Let's treat down our walls and reunite As an AA, I have continental and Islander friends galore, and we share everything! (Well, not wives) I have many Asian, Latin, and white friends too. I still wear daishikis and agbadas on more than special occasions, like on a regular workday although I wear biz suits predominately. People ask questions and are encouraged to emulate. Blackness is cool before and beyond hip hop.
The point : explain the 'why' you do what you do to the open minds. Later, others will follow. Conversion is a slow and deliberate process.
Unakubali? Amani na upendo KWAKO.
@Massambula G thanks for sharing your reasons why you don't like African Americans.
Not ALL their music is good but I get what you’re saying .
@Massambula G You’re a hateful individual. Does selling your countrymen into Arab slavery make you feel better?
Its crazy, I've refered to myself as Black all my life and I never stopped to think how limited that is from an African point of view. I suddenly feel the meaning of having our identity stripped. I've known Africans aren't poor though. In the IT field I've known a lot of Nigerians and their families back in their country aren't broke! Far from it! lol!
I find the term "Black" to be most inclusive. You can be from anywhere within the diaspora and be Black.
We should consider ourselves african because that’s what we are. It’s like non colonized africans trying to say we’re not african by calling us black american or just americans
Am a Ugandan but I have never even thought about it that anybody sharing color with me is not a sister or my brother everywhere in this world!
Sorry dear but thexrich Africans are in the minority back in Africa , the majority are as poor as church mice, that's why the Diaspora very rarely return to the mother country when the move out, far far to poor, even for them.
@@staceyfletchermorrison1828 Yeah black isn't diminishing imo
I am from New Orleans, LA originally. I am in Ghana and been visiting for the the last month and half. I ran across your videos and love them and agree with you both! I've lived abroad on and off for the last 22 years.
AFRICA IS A CONTINENT, speak of GHANA as a country bcs paint AFRICA with the same brush as GHANA.
Im South African we respect our fellow black American brothers and sisters.
American education sytem teaches that africa is a country while its a big continent with different ethnic groups and its double europe
They are delicious.
I’ve heard that South Africans don’t like Americans much and believe that money just falls off of trees here and that we are all rich. Please tell me this isn’t what the media makes you guys believe? I blame the media if so 🤦🏽♀️
Tony and Ayo this is a very complex topic and highlights how profound our problems are as a people. A lot of work is required on all sides in order to bridge the gap.
@Paul Aurelien It will take open dialog and understanding to move forward together- and thanks for the comment 😊!
I concur
key word: complex! also Africa is a continent of 54 countries and as many or more languages!
Absolutely. We must come to a common ground with one another, Otherwise it will look like a Tyson and Holyfield fight biting each other's ears off with harsh words while the world watches. This video has given an honest take from our perspective
As a South African I must say it's the same here. Mortgage, car payments, university fees repayments, credit cards etc.
Also I can relate to point number 2. BTW as Africans we do love our African American brothers and sisters regardless.
@NEO MPHAHLELE can you explain? I’m not being rude, I just need to understand your thoughts on West Africa.
Damn Neo, are you a Mokgaga seriously. The way you talk, it's like.....you hate your country.
@NEO MPHAHLELE I think people know that Africa ain't a utopia but you on the other hand you painting something extreme. You doing exactly what the western media has been doing for decades in tarnishing the image of Africa. The positives in Africa far outweighs the negatives otherwise people wouldn't be moving to Africa as they are currently. Come on now, it's not as bad as you make it.
Love this couple's vibes!!!
When I was in the navy my ship suddenly received a group of Kenyan recruits.
The African American sailors immediately made a big effort to build rapport with them.
One day on the mess deck during lunch time there was a big uproar. One Kenyan American sailor suddenly stood up from his tray and yelled “you are not African! Do not call yourself African!”.
He stormed off and left the black sailor sitting by himself. Us 19 year olds had no idea what this meant but we could tell there was a clear cultural division.
What a great couple you two are!! People forget, as a guest, unless asked, refrain from comparing ways of life to your host(s). Keep a low profile, otherwise you are expected to hire a local entourange and share your good fortune. Modesty is humbling, but managing expectation is paramount. Just universal truths.
Lmao she said in America you born on credit 🤣😂. That's my favorite line 🤣😂. Just got done paying off my first born lol
#Truth @Shefiu
I am from Africa and live in America. I never heard life with credit when I was back home. It's very true what she said.
Hi!
So refreshing to hear ur story. I visited Acccra for a month but cld not find the AA expat community. I was so disappointed. I visit Africa often. I’m 75 , but wld love to relocate….or, at least, become a snow bird. Thoughts❤
Thank you for this conversation. My family is from the island of Puerto Rico. The issues you touch upon relate to folks in the Caribbean as well.
Tony..... you really DO have a trophy wife! She is both beautiful and charming. You married well, brother! I am happy you found a good life in Ghana. America's loss is Ghana's gain.
I love your comments, but here is the cultural clash. A trophy wife in African culture is derogatory to the wife, in some way to the husband, it is not a compliment like it is in the American culture. I see a happy couple though, and that’s good.
@@Louise-rr2bj Does't she refer to herself as "his trophy wife?" at 2:37. Then beams with pride?
I've been to Ghana once, and Nigeria 4x. I take off my shoes. I bathe in cold water. I hold chickens and children in my lap on long trips, I don't ask for American things that they can't get, I don't need air conditioning . I have never experienced anything but love from Africans. But I'm also from Mississippi, and we are more earthy than say, a New Yorker.
@@ReincarnatedStargazer Agreed. Volta region was beautiful!
You were good with me all to way up to the end...it comes down to appreciating differences and understanding that other walks of life must be respected...and frankly upbringing plays a part in recognizing that. Doesn't matter if you're from Mississippi or New York, one must be open minded and not import one's Westernerized entitlements to Africa or any other part of the world.
Hi edagdwg God is always around. Just found this special story of what happens when you try to learn about other people that live in another country but look like you. We are all Gods children no matter were you live love and respect faith is real. Sad color is what makes people act like they are soooooo much better.Respect i love my people . we need to understand each other talk to each other be thankful God blessed us all .Linda j .peace
I love black Americans, they paved way for us to enjoy the benefits of freedom. Have a lot of respect for them 🤎 we are all black 🖤
But African are not the same as black American...Black American are really Hebrews..Israelites...and African are Hamites.
What’s your point exactly 🤔 black is black!!
@@faithpullen5563 black is a color aka crayon not a nationality.
@@illegalalien5431 what about the slaves they tooked away from Africa? Are their grand childrens not Black Americans?.
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Probably hate is the wrong word and "misunderstand" could be used instead. Black people born in the West have a different experience to Black people born in Africa. From both sides there is a lot of ignorance and the unwillingness to learn from each other. So what we need is more platforms like yours that build bridges between us.
And as a British born African who has lived in both Europe and Africa I can see both sides but do feel that in general the West, including many Black Americans, have a tendency to look down on things from Africa and they need to be corrected. Similarly those of us in Africa need to be more willing to understand Black American history and struggles.
I'm African from the continent living in Europe and I have ALWAYS LOVED my African American family! And I mean ALWAYS!
Where are you from in Africa?
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We LOVE you too family and contrary to main stream media trying to separate us, WE ALWAYS HAVE LOVED OUR AFRICAN BROTHERS AND SISTERS FROM THE CONTINENT AND AROUND THE WORLD. 🥰
Thank you 🙏🏽
God created people period. From Noah's 3 sons came ALL the nations we see today
Genesis read it
Excellent, she has a joyful spirit!!!
Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊 @zerocapacitance1
Yes, colorism is a huge problem in the black community. Even here in America. Even in my own family... 🙄😥
Sad but true
It actually isn't. It's recognized regional and it's all really just a joke .
@@superiorson "it's just a joke" you sound uneducated
@@gidd some of yall need to get over yourselves. Colorism in the black community is a complete fabrication. There is absolutely no studies about it because we're not giving a damn about skin tone and haven't since the 80s GTFOHWTB
@@superiorson gotta love how you went straight at insults ,I guess that's just how y'all are raised
Colorism is not a fabrication ,you can believe that all you want
I worked in Africa about six years in three countries. What you find is that Africans are tribe conscious, ethnic and religious conscious and class conscious. But not race conscious.
In my experience, when a white person acted like an asshole, they knew he was an asshole, but did not generalize to all white people. They were more concerned by abuse inflicted on hem by other Africans.
There were exceptions towards Afrikaans people in reaction to Apartheid.
No one generalized anything to all white people
@@kblackson4130 I am not generalizing to all non-white people. Read where I said, "In my experience...." I am merely saying that none of the Africans I worked with or knew socially were racist towards whites. Their animosity, if any, was directed to Africans of different tribes from themselves.
Great comment.
@@fwcolb they don’t know any better I suppose. Most tribal conflict have been caused by western influences, etc. Hutu/Tutsi.
@@kblackson4130 Conflicts over land, slavery, abduction of girls and women, religious conflict all predated the European colonial period. Arab nations were active as slavers both before and during the European colonial period. From 1833 slavery in British colonies in Africa was outlawed.
This occurred after the extension of the franchise in the UK,. Because most Brits opposed slavery. When they got the vote, Parliament had to abolish it.
I am so happy that you two have found a country to live in that you are happy. I wish many more people would emulate you and go find freedom and happiness.
But the problem is that as soon as you open your mouth, and they know that you’re American, you are different from them. No one likes to talk about the discrimination that black Americans experience in Africa. We always like to glamorize and romanticize this idea of going back to Africa and just blending in but that’s false……. We are not one of them. They know that we are not one of them, and they don’t see us as one of them.
But this doesn't mean there is "hate". Black Americans (some) think so or to some weird conspiracy just because they are skin tone obsessed! They didn't learn nothing about Africa! We are the old world, together with Asia and Europe, we are not the new world , the Americas, we have a long past , we have not just those "race" obsession. Our sense of belonging is national and tribal like in old world. We rely language and shared traditions, habits , values. But not belonging, sensing different cultures, is not hating. It's weird expectation that melanin is everything, a US obsession. Oh of course I am not in denial, we have very rude and absolutely not inclusive people , but it's normal (sadly😐 everywhere )
I’ve wanted to visit Ghana for 25 years. The friends I’ve made here in the States from Ghana 🇬🇭 are impressive, smart, kind people. My father worked in Nigeria when I was a teen (70s) and we visited Egypt when he also worked there. But I would love to also see Ghana. I lived in Canada in the late 80s and really got a good glimpse of American ignorance; I know to visit with humility and respect and as a learner, not a teacher. Love your channel.
@kyle robin -All of the Africans that I meet in the states were all Doctors making me think I wasn't smart because these Africans were all MD's. Just goes to show you how we are manipulated and thanks for the comment 😊!
You are a wise man, your words are full of wisdom!
@@ExpatLifeGhana
African Americans can act very bourgeois!!!
Especially the ones who work in corporate Amerikkka or who are successful.
Humble
We had africans come to our school, and they treated us horribly. They constantly called us thugs and etc and they told us we were hated by all Africa. When i went to Africa, it was a lot different. The people were much more kind , there was some Prejudices. But overall it was great and I was treated great. I realized, we have a lot of similarities and it’s important to not let a few people shape your perception of an entire culture.
Unfortunately black American culture is literally hood culture
@@alexsalazar5161 lie
@@kaizatengoku3893 my bad I meant to put hood culture
And what did you and others there first call them seeing as they were the foreigners? African booty scratcher?? Don't dish it if you can't take it.
Thank you for very much for the balanced viewpoint on this issue. I would like to add as black Americans, I wish more of us would recognize Africa as a continent of so many countries with each having its own culture, history, and traditions.
It's the problem of the educational system here in the states, they only gloss over brown and black countries, and especially less for non-Western nations. You either have to seek out the knowledge yourself or hope you study history at the college/university level.
@@daharos So very true. But even so, as brown and black people, we should make it a priority to learn about our culture. My Asian and Jewish friends got no respect from the school system as well. They learned from their families, communities and places of worship.
Ironically, I was very fortunate to learn about black history from my church and school before black history was a thing. I also started elementary school BEFORE desegregation. I had the best and most dedicated teachers ever who were all products of HBCUs. Times have really changed.
Please remind yourself, that the Kings of Africa attended to the King of Kings, of Africa,
for Example, King Midas was a king of kings, an Emperor. Hailie Selassie, was King of Kings and Emperor. Both were head of the authadox Coptic church. Unified under the Emperor.
With all there traditions.
@@daharos It's not the educational system in the states that has caused this problem! It's the atitudes, morality, lack of intelligence, and social structure of Africans world wide that caused our down fall! In short if our ancestors knew better African world wide would be doing better.
@@diva70smusic You know what I learned from African Spirituality Ifa? The black mother goddess put African Americans into slavery because they would not worship her in west Africa. That's a black African, women deity that done this! Let's talk about that! You want to know what I learned in black history! Africans set up Marcus Gravey when the man was trying to get them to become industrial at the start of the industrial age when the playing field was sorter leveled. Y'all really need to stop romanticizing about Africa cause the real truth is not pretty!
Can someone explain the issue with the water supply in Ghana. Is it true about a dam built in a river which cut the water supply down significantly to rural areas.
It was reported that the dam was built to supply a hydraulic electric supply. Also people are asking about digging wells for water supply. It's been reported that girls in Ghana and other parts of Africa don't have proper feminine hygiene supplies and have to stay home during that time frame causing them to miss out on school days.
People in the USA don't feel obligated to contribute to the economic needs of Africans because Africa is a continent governed by black Africans. People are asking why can't black Africans figure out how to manage the poverty areas of Africa and elevate all Africans to atleast a non poverty level. Why does parts of Africa still allow foreign businesses from places like China move in and take over land and resources and bring their people from their country to work the businesses instead of hiring other Africans. If there is a drinking water issue in rural Africa why hasn't the various governments used it's resources to supply wells to accommodate the issue? These are some of the issues being heard about rural living conditions areas of Ghana and other African countries. What is the REAL TRUTH?
I loved Ghana 🇬🇭 when I visited in 2018! The love I received and I was sooo comfortable seeing people all around me that looked like me!
my experience is that ghanaians are loving and comforting to everyone of any colour so long as they respect the culture. it is one of the most amazing places i have been and returned many times.
Wow, that sounds exactly like my first visit to Copenhagen.
@@iess2006 lol..........Shhhh.....that sounds racist.
Because blacks from America obsess over skin color. The American government has most of us programmed that way.
Very entertaining and informative!
The most surprising things I learned about Africa were how big it is and how diverse (culturally, genetically, environmentally).
There's so much more to Africa than we Americans imagine.
So interresting
U r super cute n funny
@Bart Anderson
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With diversity, that's huge. In Ghana we have like over 50 different languages.
I am black Hispanic. Know has garifuna in central America. Met someone from Africa who informed me, i was not really black, because the palm of my hands was not dark. I sure did not know what dhe meant.
@Nety Silva - That's a new one and thanks for the comment 😊!
I love Garifuna!!! Are you in Honduras? You are indigenous to America, you arent African. You know how you can tell? Your beautiful language that the Spanish try to tell you cannot be spoken has no relation to an African language therefore there historically was no contact. Hold onto your culture.
Also black and hispanic got the same here from just regular aftican Americans. Its bs you shouldnt by into since youre a decedent of african diaspora and nothing can change that not even your latin ad mixture. Anyways who is to say. You should check out equatorial guinea. Only spanish speaking country in africa as well as one of the wealthiest from what ive heard.
@@SAC_-bq4vu no we arent descendants of the African diaspora. We are remnants of our own American Aborigine tribes. Gaurifuna is indigenous to the Americas, I am American Indian, an aborigine not a native American and our cultural languages have no African traces therefore we didnt have a long history with these people. Y'all hurt our cultural heritage with that misinformation.
I’m not here to debate. I just want to say thank you for the video. This is a conversation that needed to be had. I have put myself out there to a few African people as individuals and I start it off normally with the joke about Africans not liking black Americans, but then, when I talk to them in more detail about why they think that is some people tell me they have been betrayed by a lot of black Americans and violent ways, or that they just assume we were lazy from what was shown to them. I am aware that America loves to show negative stereotypes of Black people globally and they do it to us here in America. We don’t see prestigious areas of Africa. What we in fact, see is just struggling people that live in Africa, where they are starving, they are homeless, and they are just dead up about to die. but in the long run, it’s all nonsense. The table was tilted to begin with. I am very happy to have found this channel. I know I am a little late to the party. But I am going to start saving up now to get to Ghana, Africa.
Lived in the US most of my life, born in the UK, left the US to live in Ireland in 2004, now live presently in France. One thing I have noticed when I see Americans who live in other countries, they want to push their Americanism onto the people of that country. You left the US for a reason!
Respect is a what is needed. You are in their country, trying to change it to make you feel comfortable. People in other countries don't appreciate that. Before I left I learned as much as I can of my adoptive country(s) and it has bee pretty positive. I know it's difficult to leave the country you were raised in but other countries have a lot to offer too.
Other than that, I love your video. It does take courage to live in another country. Best of luck to you both.
Yes and its the entitlement. Yet, other countries place the US on a pedastal and give the perception that everything in the US is the standard, when we all know that the US could take notes from others as well.
Oh, if only a world existed where humans viewed one another without hate or bias or indifference❤️
Am African and I love my brothers and sisters here in USA. Nothing but love.
Thank you and LOVE our African brothers and sisters too.
LOVE YOU" and LOVE all BLACK PEOPLE !! WELCOME !!
Thank You Some Africans In the US Don't like us...We just need to communicate More. Reach out more.
They are delicious.
Please keep doing what you are doing. What a beautiful couple you are. My family and I are contemplating leaving the US, but with very careful research, so this content is perfect.
Thank you! Will do!
From Haiti 🇭🇹 we love 💘our brothers and sisters all over the worlds 🌎
My thoughts and prayers are always with my Haitian brothers and sisters. Love from the States 🇺🇲.
Black Americans don’t love you trust me. Haitian here. They hate all foreign blacks, cause they treat us like shit when we come here. NOT the friendliest people, in spite of them also being black.
It is sad to say I work with a Haitian lady she hate my guts and she very aggressive but I had to check the girl.
I love Haiti. My husband is Haitian. I love our Haitian brothers and sisters. Sak pase
Lies even in dating all other blacks hate each us. If it wasn’t from I movement none of them would be able to have the freedom to be here and provide for their family..
I guess it depends on where in Africa that you go to. I’m glad you’re having a very good experience in the country you went to, but a lot of places in Africa are tribal oriented and not necessarily nation oriented. If you’re living among people that are tribal, they look at black Americans as a black white man! 😂
Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!
Thanks for the enlightenment!!
Who are fhe “they”... give us examples- there is NO PLACE IN AFRICA they consider a BLACK person as a white! It is either youre ignorant or self hating- yes, tribalism exists- even in the u.s within the black community- but dont come spread bs lies
@@ovie10 I’m not being a troll and not trying to make anyone angry. I’m an older guy. I read a story from a black American doctor back in the seventies. He went hunting in Zimbabwe and the guide and trackers asked him what tribe he was from and he didn’t know how to answer. These were his observations. There’s been a lot of advancement in DNA tests since then and black Americans can get an idea where in Africa they came from. You do realize that a lot of African borders were drawn up in colonial offices in Europe. Many peoples were disenfranchised tribally by being minorities in two or three different countries. I’m glad things are improving. That was then and this is now!
i was born in Africa , i live and work here , what you described about black Americans will only be true if they speak something out of their mouths otherwise they are black as everybody else and about tribes in the next two generations i am afraid, tribes will be gone (example of Tanzania) because of intermarriage between tribes, my kids for example do not know they language of my tribe, but they know Kiswahili and English
I’m an African woman living in America, I love this couple. You are absolutely beautiful. I love you both. Welcome back home 😍🥰❤️😘
Love your energy.. I am a Ghanaian woman living in states dating an AA beautiful man and love his southern chivalry! Never have I ever felt entitled to anything here .. I work hard …paid for my education, and living the American dream..when I go back home I am treated the exact same way, like a guest in my own country! It saddens me when I hear stories of disgruntled AA talk bad about my beloved Ghana!! there are corrupt people everywhere. Thank you for breaking it down and explaining both cultures and expectations.. keep up the positivity! As a Ghanaian woman I feel welcome here! Keep enjoying Ghana 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙏