10 Reasons Why African Americans Leave Africa And Never Return

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@AndrewMcConkey-qb4em
@AndrewMcConkey-qb4em Жыл бұрын
A wise friend once told me when I moved to South Africa that "the grass is never greener on the other side, it's just the brown patches are in different places" So people should keep their expectations in check. Love your content guy's!
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Absolutely, thanks for watching.
@fazbell
@fazbell Жыл бұрын
@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE The expectation that ALL people of African descent would,(or should) get along, is counterintuitive.
@adrianwillis66
@adrianwillis66 11 ай бұрын
I just learned something new thank you.
@molefejappie3284
@molefejappie3284 4 ай бұрын
@@AndrewMcConkey-qb4em What a wonderfulfull comment. Live is good in S.A. Come lets fix those brown patches. I am a black South African living my wonderful life in our sunny country.
@msJjbluematrix
@msJjbluematrix 2 ай бұрын
@@fazbell I heard a radio host once say 'skin folk aint kin folk'.
@onelevel2346
@onelevel2346 10 ай бұрын
I have lived in Africa (Nigeria) for over 25 years and have never gone back to the USA.. everyone is different.. Nigeria works me, also have 4 amazing kids and a beautiful Nigerian wife.. period
@scottmccallum5861
@scottmccallum5861 4 ай бұрын
I did the same in Vietnam. Was just supposed to be six months and it’s turned into nine years and counting. I enjoy coming back to America to see family, but I’m usually ready to come back to VN after two or three weeks.
@calvin394
@calvin394 Жыл бұрын
This is common sense advice that applies to moving to any country, not just African countries 😎
@toolate6971
@toolate6971 Жыл бұрын
I have been to Africa many times. The best places I have found are South Africa and Morocco. Unfortunately, crime in SA makes it a nogo location. Morocco can be tricky unless you speak French or Arabic. Kenya is an up-and-coming country, but the culture can be brutal to adapt to. Don't try and settle in one place without visiting many places. Remember, you are a TOURIST, seeing the world from a different perspective. One thing I learned was how much I appreciated the USofA!
@bl1429
@bl1429 Жыл бұрын
I've been told that Moroccans don't like darker people of colour.
@BVargas78
@BVargas78 Жыл бұрын
What about Namibia?
@roja7426
@roja7426 Жыл бұрын
I like that statement, “Africa wouldn’t heal you.” The struggle is real in every country.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Very much so. Thanks for watching.
@13579hee
@13579hee Жыл бұрын
if "the struggle is real in every country" whats the point of going there? There are surely other countries you can move to that won't have this many issues.
@roja7426
@roja7426 Жыл бұрын
@@13579hee It depends on how you look at it. If you want posh life then maybe that’s not for you.
@jeffrey6618
@jeffrey6618 Жыл бұрын
Nah in america you can get welfare housing etc your delusional if you think all countries are rich like america trump 2024
@tracyperez1755
@tracyperez1755 Жыл бұрын
@@13579hee The world is flawed, everywhere. People just need to decide what flaws they can overlook when choosing somewhere to live. Also, some people forget they won't be young forever. You can move someplace when you're 30 that won't work out when you are elderly and in need of care. Definitely a "look before you leap" situation.
@linneab8317
@linneab8317 Жыл бұрын
As an expat in a Caribbean country I went through culture shock and homesickness. Things are pricey, goods are in short supply, some locals are resentful. Without strong connections both at home and the country of residency the transition would be difficult. Due diligence and prayer are crucial.
@kholekileswartz7159
@kholekileswartz7159 Жыл бұрын
I would strongly advice every African American who wants to move or do business in Africa to first visit different countries in Africa and understand the culture in each country, the lifestyle, the opportunities, etc. After visiting various countries they will be better informed on wether to move to Africa or not, or which country will suit them best if they decide to relocate. Shalom and great content as usual.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much
@jayajaya788
@jayajaya788 Жыл бұрын
Yea...I want to visit Rwanda and Ghana... otherwise, I'm going to visit Dubai where I'm wanted...I don't want to live somewhere where they steal and I'm not comfortable
@monicakristine8206
@monicakristine8206 Жыл бұрын
@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE your husband, the man looks %100 pure african, not carrabean, not east african not mixed not anything else fully black west african, is sad it didnt work out you two , i thought it would cause he looks identical to them
@legionmartin
@legionmartin Жыл бұрын
@@jayajaya788 Dubai?? Arabs do not like Black people. You had better do more research and figure that out quickly before you make a bad decision.
@BENKYism
@BENKYism Жыл бұрын
Anyone considering moving to a relatively poor country should understand what poverty looks like on a global scale
@gadijahapollis4200
@gadijahapollis4200 Жыл бұрын
As a 32yr old South african living in South africa I am disgusted with all the corruption in my country.Our politicians and ministers are rich whilst the rest are just wasting away...very sad
@ELIGIUS626
@ELIGIUS626 Жыл бұрын
That's good news I like it
@molefejappie3284
@molefejappie3284 Жыл бұрын
@@ELIGIUS626 Sorry this channel is not for politicking. Some South Africans are so impeded in politics. This is not a politic channel. There are channels that will cater for what you are commenting. Americans say what you see bad in South Africa is far less compared to corruption happening in other countries which I cannot name. Here we have freedom of speach without fear of being arrested. There they cant even voice it out. So, that is why we don't know about what it's happening there.
@BlackDoveNYC
@BlackDoveNYC Жыл бұрын
The politicians in South Africa have nothing on their counterparts in the U.S. Most politicians in the United States may enter government middle class but most if not all leave USD millionaires and it’s not from their salaries.
@molefejappie3284
@molefejappie3284 Жыл бұрын
The heading on this channel says" Why most African Americans leave America and never return" That's the heading. Here we are talking about people who went and never return. Then comes you with corruption. You are irrelevant Bro. If this was a question given to write an essay. You were going to fail it. Again this people are not taking about corruption as a heading. You just Pop out and talk about your skeletons that are in your cubet. Don't hang your dirty linens outside. They too have their political challenges and their wrongs. I can tell you America has universal problems e.g. The war in Ukrain. Ours is just domestic. I am not condoning coruption. What I am saying is that there are channels were you would be relevant when you say such things. Let's humble ourselves infront of the global community Bro. Americans know that we have humunity and Ubuntu.I hope you will understand Bro.
@alphaomega3499
@alphaomega3499 Жыл бұрын
That's why I left 25 years ago, and now have an EU passport, having lived there for 5 years, and having lived in Dubai for 20 years. SA se moer.
@stevenpike7857
@stevenpike7857 Жыл бұрын
It was the Africans that captured my ancestors and sold them to the Europeans to begin with. Even today in sub Saharan Africa, there are an estimated 600 thousand slaves. Slavery in the Sahel states of Mauritania, Mali, Niger, Chad and Sudan in particular, continues a centuries-old pattern of hereditary servitude. Other forms of traditional slavery exist in parts of Ghana, Benin, Togo and Nigeria. Why in the world would I want to go back to that?
@taidilla
@taidilla Жыл бұрын
Facts they sold us. We are our own people and our ancestors build it. I have no desire to go there at all. We are our own people.
@BlankmanJ-5
@BlankmanJ-5 Жыл бұрын
Human trafficking is huge industry......everywhere....
@ltzwane6511
@ltzwane6511 Жыл бұрын
Some of your ancestors that were captured and sold are our ancestors too here in Africa, your ancestors were not islands, they were grandchildren of our ancestors too. Slavery exist in different forms everywhere in the world even today
@pinchebruha405
@pinchebruha405 Жыл бұрын
Interesting that African Americans say it his but yet live in America where you’re treated so wrong, yet you want to fight for your rights here yet don’t want to even care about making Africa a better place for your own 😢
@Craig-pm2kc
@Craig-pm2kc Жыл бұрын
​@@pinchebruha405Making Africa a better place is the job of the people living there.
@crownandguillotine6645
@crownandguillotine6645 Жыл бұрын
I am not African-American, but I moved to Tanzania. I can tell you one thing, they respect caucasian people more than African-Americans coming to 'find themselves' (or just in general). I was at a bar once, and a guy came running over who is African-American - he was so excited to talk to me. He'd seen me before and wanted to hang out. Why, because it is a hard place to come to, the culture shock is insane. I could tell he needed his North American fix, to talk to someone who speaks English, to, even via me, feel a sense of his home and culture. I have many local friends here, and the feeling I get is that they feel Afican-Americans who come here are trivializing their culture and acting like it some sort of 'back to your roots amusement park'. It is insulting to them. While Tanzania is very safe (no violent crime really to speak of, just petty shit and scams), it is still very poor. And, they are not all walking around in traditional clothing - they dress very western. So don't come and start parading around trying to look like what you think a local would look like - you'll look like a someone who is not Japanese walking off a plane in Japan wearing a kimono. As for cost, I disagree with the video. Tanzania is very cheap, you just need to live in the right area - Masaki and Oyster Bay in Dar es Salaam are getting closer to western prices. Outside the city core, rent can be about a 10th of the cost of big cities in North America. I rented a new, three bedroom, two bathroom house with a perimiter wall and security guard for about $300USD a month. The taxis are very cheap and there are three varieties (motorcycle, three-wheelers, and cars). I recommend using Bolt tied to a credit card, that way they can't fiddle with the price or pretend they don't have change - what Bolt says is what you pay. Also, if someone asks you for a code, exit the vehicle immediately and report them to Bolt as they are trying to hijack your account. If you do taxi everywhere it can add up, but is still cheaper than owning a car. So, I bought a brand new Honda motorcycle for less than $1000USD (from a Honda dealer). It is the main thing I use for getting around. There is tons of fresh food, and it too is very cheap. For about $4USD you can get half a nicely roasted chicken and chips with salad where I live (most bars have kitchens). Same goes for pork (the ribs are killer) and goat (the goat is great here). There are fruit stands everywhere, and watermelon is never out of season it seems. Avocados are also cheap. I should also add that this is a cash society. So, other than Bolt, do not you use your credit card unless you are at big chain stores or hotels - you will get scammed. Best advice if you come here: learn some Swahili - they will love you for it. As long as you try, you will win over the locals. They are a very proud people. Also, it will help you to control the prices as, yes, you will get charged more. But even then, it is like 50 cents or a dollar. Still, you should get into their mindset and stop converting everything in your head to your currency. Don't feel like you are being cheap. Stand up for yourself and make sure you get a fair price and your change. Oh, I should also mention that tipping is not a thing here. So, what you are charged is what you pay. And, alcohol is cheap. A 500ml bottle-of-beer is about $1USD - that is all you pay, no extra taxes or tips. Keep track of what you order, as most bars have no computer systems. You will be handed a hand-written piece of paper with your bill. People will try and sneak extra drinks onto your bill, so be vigilant. Also, never leave anything on the counter unless you are with friends - things can disappear very quickly. Another than that, the Tanzania's are some of the nicest people I have ever met in the world. They are almost Buddhist in an odd way. I have walked on my own at night all over the place with no issues. Now, that said, this does not apply to everywhere in Africa, and my friends here have told me not to expect to go to neighbouring countries and get the same treatment. Tanzania is very unique on this continent. Lastly, Africa is a continent and not a homogenous country. There are 56 different countries here, and the most languages of any continent in the world. I find people talk about Africa like it is a single country. There is a sense of continental pride in being African, but Tanzania is not Africa, and Africa is not Tanzania. P.S. The oceans are amazing and shark free.
@simonpure109
@simonpure109 Жыл бұрын
Tears almost there bro! Damnit am from Tanzania dar and you've just nailed it.laid back poverty,very good cheap food,security, scammers,muzungu worshippers,some unique love and harmony,nice beaches, beautiful beautiful beautiful sisters,it's simply the best of both worlds... standing right to be corrected..sawa?😅
@crownandguillotine6645
@crownandguillotine6645 Жыл бұрын
@@simonpure109 Thanks bro. I appreciate it. And yes, the women here are some of the most beautiful I’ve seen on the planet. Damn…
@simonpure109
@simonpure109 Жыл бұрын
@@crownandguillotine6645 😂 enjoy your stay as I wish you merry Christmas in advance 🧑‍🎄💪🏽
@MrsNxn
@MrsNxn 9 ай бұрын
Thank you for this. I will be visiting Tanzania next month and I appreciate this kind of feedback.
@simonpure109
@simonpure109 9 ай бұрын
@@MrsNxn Power to you,hope you get a good welcome and yes Mr 👑 and journey with us couples can also has up more reasons to stay...safe trip
@baddolphin1423
@baddolphin1423 Жыл бұрын
I'm white, eastern-european, so I don't have any stake in this. But if people complain about America and than complain about Africa: lol. Maybe those people are the problem...
@mardigrasqueenofthesouth8847
@mardigrasqueenofthesouth8847 4 ай бұрын
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@TBW-p7h
@TBW-p7h 3 ай бұрын
Great Point.
@Zhiivago
@Zhiivago 3 ай бұрын
I mean if they want the African dysfunctional experience they could go to Haiti, so much closer and genuinely African with all its "vibrations". They dont know how lucky they are they live in a white society.
@yyyfffff33333
@yyyfffff33333 3 ай бұрын
Exactly !
@piankyseven9467
@piankyseven9467 Ай бұрын
Exactly!!!!!!!!!!!
@shondaceesayful
@shondaceesayful Жыл бұрын
I am an American. I have lived in Gambia for over two years. I share my struggles. I'm not popular, but I think authenticity is important.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Absolutely
@Lunar_el
@Lunar_el 9 ай бұрын
Thank the most high you made it out alive I been hearing alot of women been dying in Gambia
@shondaceesayful
@shondaceesayful 6 ай бұрын
I'm still alive. Negative people exist everywhere. It is not wise to be vulnerable in a place you're not familiar with. I tell my kids all the time safety comes first before anything.
@denisedixon-george3866
@denisedixon-george3866 Жыл бұрын
I've been living in Nigeria for 3 years & I love living here. It has its challenges but it's my home now. I tell others if you grew up poor/low income;lived in the rural South or during the 80's & below, you can live in Africa because you've experienced these ways of life before. Life in Africa is a mental adjustment than anything else. You have to become the African in African American.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Absolutely.
@bw3240
@bw3240 Жыл бұрын
Do you have issues with infrastructure breakdown? Such as power outage and water disruption?
@anthonyowusu6115
@anthonyowusu6115 Жыл бұрын
Lol… bro. I think u gotta do some research cuz that’s the most common thing on the continent
@StagAtLarge
@StagAtLarge Жыл бұрын
I lived in Kaduna in 1993----fantastic at that time.
@sherri2843
@sherri2843 Жыл бұрын
@denise dixon-ge, Wow! So surprised to see a Black American living in Nigeria vs Ghana and many East and South African countries Hardly do I see BA's chose Nigeria.
@olaines9154
@olaines9154 Жыл бұрын
Lived in Nigeria 5 years. Just moved back to the States last year. Nigeria has a long way to go. It has potential but the corruption is overwhelming. As an African American woman it wasn’t as easy as I thought to click or vibe with African woman. They either love you or don’t like you. The style, the lingo, was just so different. I like nice things but being dripped in Gucci and Fendi wasn’t my style. Let’s not talk about groceries. $15 for a handful of blackberries. It was expensive to Live in Lagos. There’s different things I miss but I think I’ll stay in the States for now….
@funinkosikheswa
@funinkosikheswa Жыл бұрын
Wrong country to go to.
@olaines9154
@olaines9154 Жыл бұрын
@@funinkosikheswa no it was the right country :) my husband had a job opportunity and we moved out there with our daughter. The experience i wouldn’t trade for the world. It had made us more humble and more cultured. It’s just so crazy how many black folks I meet that day they want to move there. They have no idea.
@funinkosikheswa
@funinkosikheswa Жыл бұрын
@@olaines9154 😅
@chrystal0411
@chrystal0411 Жыл бұрын
​@olaines9154 I like your comment, especially the two main words, humble and cultured. I find that most people are not humble, and I can see that based on several comments that I have read. The people who are putting Nigeria down really need to stop it! When you put the country down, you're really putting the peoples down. Nigeria has hundreds of different tribes, all with their own set of systems. Nigeria isn't the wrong country. It depends on your purpose for going there, just like any other country.
@nauticdixons
@nauticdixons Жыл бұрын
So sorry your time in Nigeria didn't work out. You're right, Nigeria could be difficult, as much as it could be fun and easy (if you know how). I've been back to Nigeria for 2 years now after 20 years in the US and live in Lagos. There are sooooo many ways around the "Lagos is expensive" narrative. We're living at 1/4th (or less) of our US expense and enjoy most of the same benefits we did back in Florida (of course the infrastructure is subpar, but....)
@QUEENSBRIDGE_10TH_ST231
@QUEENSBRIDGE_10TH_ST231 Жыл бұрын
Wherever you go, there you are. You can’t run away from yourself.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Absolutely
@irvinwallace4700
@irvinwallace4700 Ай бұрын
Bob Marley said it best 👍
@Amariiiiie
@Amariiiiie Жыл бұрын
I know a brother who went to Ghana because he thought it would heal him. I tried to tell him it doesn’t work like that, and he got so upset with me. He ended up going over there and creating chaos.
@J3nni_lala
@J3nni_lala 3 ай бұрын
What happened to him?
@Zhiivago
@Zhiivago Ай бұрын
@@J3nni_lala They made Mississippi stew 🍖🥩🍲
@williamgamelisenaya793
@williamgamelisenaya793 Жыл бұрын
Wow, Africa is not for everyone. Africa has it's challenges & never expect American lifestyles in Africa. Myriad of problems like water & electricity problems. A visit before making final decision to move is of paramount importance . Nuff respect to your hustle. ❤
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@deniseberman8633
@deniseberman8633 Жыл бұрын
And the question is why put yourself through that? Leaving a country that has human rights and freedoms and protections to go to a continent that does not have that in some of its countries.
@A.M.6795
@A.M.6795 Жыл бұрын
I ♥ your authenticity. I think you're helping lots of people make the right decisions. I am a Kenyan American who came back home to Kenya for good after almost two decades in the US. I think many times Americans go to other countries subconsciously looking for "America." When they fail to find it, they get shocked & rush back home talking about how they're so happy to be American because other countries suck like this & like that & am like of course it was gonna be different, why did you even travel if you were looking for America over there? You two are so different. You talk about the good & the bad in a very balanced way. You're so open-minded.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
We really appreciate the kind words. Thank you so much for watching.
@realbeautyness25
@realbeautyness25 Жыл бұрын
YEAH IT'S BEEN A LOT OF MISINFORMATION AND SCAMMERS TOO SO IT'S HARD AFRICAN IS 54 NATIONS 🤷🏿‍♀️ LET THAT SINK IN THERE'S NO AIRPORT OF AFRICA
@CharlesMSmithToday
@CharlesMSmithToday Жыл бұрын
I truly appreciate you both for what you’re doing. We’re planning to visit Africa for the first time in 2024
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Glad we could help. Thanks for watching.
@rorirory121
@rorirory121 Жыл бұрын
What have you been waiting for, you missed out.
@markmeetsafrica
@markmeetsafrica Жыл бұрын
A lot of people need to hear this. Thank you for making this video. I agree 💯🙌🏾🙏🏽💛✊🏾
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@markmeetsafrica
@markmeetsafrica Жыл бұрын
@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE no problem 😁🙌🏾
@jaynewanjira3541
@jaynewanjira3541 Жыл бұрын
Well, I can say the same unexpected struggles are here in America too. As a woman born in Kenya but now work and live here in the US, I must say my first-time experience here was not as smooth. Getting American staffing agencies or companies to hire me was a big issue because they claimed I had no experience working in America, so I needed to first get some experience in order to get to where I wanted. That was a culture shock for me. 14 years later it is still a struggle because of discrimination. Again, it depends on what state you live in. I can say if a Kenyan lives in a state or city where there are many Kenyans chances are they will most probably thrive faster than if you live in states where Kenyans are very few or if there are no Kenyans at all. It is tough everywhere, but I have my own personal stories about my experience in US too. Some of it, not so good but I am here by the grace of God. I also sold everything I owned in Kenya to move here so it's kind of similar unless there are people who already had a lot of money saved up and or businesses that would make you money to help you move. Not everyone is that prepared. I am grateful though that I am here. Kenya my motherland is the place I hope to retire in when all is said and done. I visit home regularly to see my family and some friends and for now that works.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@jjnan388
@jjnan388 Жыл бұрын
Ask first hand people who are realistic. Africa have its own challenges, there is no quick fix: we have corruption; stealing; you name it. But Africans know how to deal with such; even if you are African, same challenges to make it work.
@SikiDlanga
@SikiDlanga Жыл бұрын
True. America is definitely definitely not all roses and sunshine.
@onibioh
@onibioh Жыл бұрын
Nothing but facts. Immigrants also have their culture shock in America and have been scammed as well. A lady was scammed out of $100 at JFK trying to get over to her next boarding station. He took round her around at the airport not knowing that it was in the same airport. He lied to her and took her money. Bottom line is there are always nefarious people everywhere.
@JohnThomas-li2vi
@JohnThomas-li2vi Жыл бұрын
The truth of the matter is that America is set up for immigrants. The governmental agencies assist the with jobs, housing, healthcare, schooling and all forms of support. They make the immigrants life livable by supplying their basic needs of life. The African American receives no support what so ever from the African governments. And the American bureaucracy is not mired down in corruption and evil practices like Africas, especially when it comes to the African American. So we are on our own dealing with corrupt officials and scammers who are just as corrupt if not worse.
@AG-iu9lv
@AG-iu9lv Жыл бұрын
Great, informative, well rounded video. Well played, y'all! I didn't realize that relo to Africa was so common.
@dwayneburton5396
@dwayneburton5396 Жыл бұрын
Being honest is always the best policy when giving advice regarding any issues. Appreciate the encouragement and support.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@dwayneburton5396
@dwayneburton5396 Жыл бұрын
When you all post videos of this form I think about Krys, Kyle, and Kylie and how they're doing. I'm sure their okay with what Yah's providing.
@jamaicantillidie6626
@jamaicantillidie6626 Жыл бұрын
Lots of Jamaicans flee to America with the most unrealistic expectations. Growing up in Jamaica we hear how perfect America is. How easy it is to get rich in the USA, to make it. Jamaicans are engineered from birth to think they will migrate to the USA, make it, get rich and return home with wealth. Most drank the Kool-Aid! A lot of the over hype comes from Jamaicans returning to Jamaica for vacation. They save up 6 months salary or some borrow money and then go to Jamaica splashing wealth, left right and centre. New cloths, jewelry, rental cars, party all night. All to create an impression that they have arrived, reached the promised land and when you go and visit them in the USA, you see just how much they are suffering. The same can be said for people migrating to Jamaica or anywhere else. One cannot just pack up and move to a country not knowing anything about the country and culture.
@dr.braxygilkeycruises1460
@dr.braxygilkeycruises1460 Жыл бұрын
*This is a wonderful, informative and very helpful video.* Thank you very much for posting it!! I live in Washington, DC, and have no desire to move to a country in Africa, however, I would LOVE to visit. Everything you've said in this video is extremely wise and I hope those who DO want to permanently move to the Motherland will heed your advice. Much love to you!! 🤗🥰🌍
@divine-by-zero
@divine-by-zero Жыл бұрын
This is such a great piece. And I know you’re aimed at a specific target audience, but your content is relevant in far wider circles than you might think. Point in case, I’m a Sandtonite and my late fiance was a born & bred Michigan boy. He (totally unprepared) packed up all his worldly possessions and headed for Africa, expecting everything to just be like a fairy tale. Good grief did he get a shock. He loved it here but he JUST COULD NOT ADJUST. Culture shock is real.
@Dok2023
@Dok2023 Жыл бұрын
I think honesty should be every KZbinr's priority. People learn a lot through your videos and it is only important that you step up and tell everything as it is.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Absolutely
@R3-wn1ti
@R3-wn1ti Жыл бұрын
"Africa will not heal you". This post is GOLD; I'm concerned that you even had to make it, but you were spot on that the dream of living in an African country is sold well thru social media. I moved to FL 3 yrs ago and took about a year living in different areas to understand the area before choosing a part to settle in. It also gave me time to decide whether or not I was even going to live in the state at all. I couldn't imagine moving to a whole new COUNTRY without doing basic due diligence. Geography alone DOES NOT create meaningful change in your life.
@leanolaone6431
@leanolaone6431 Жыл бұрын
I remember telling this African American guy i met a farmers market in JHB that he expected to get "superior" treatment cos he was American. Cos he kept saying things like: But i have a degree from one of the best colleges in America/ world,i have an American passport,surely that should count for something,my work experience includes working for one of the biggest firms in New York. I was just like sir,we dont care. There's a lot of Africans with Ivy league education,get over yourself & grind just like the rest of us😂
@kindomofghana
@kindomofghana Жыл бұрын
There is a Black American KZbinr living in Ghana with this same mindset? Can you believe that she was ranting about how she has a PhD and has worked in higher education in the US, so she is not about to start righting CVs and going for Job interviews in order to petition anyone to give her a job in Ghana? She said that she should be getting offers left and right and the value that she brings should be acknowledged. Meanwhile, this lady was fine with driving Uber in America because she wasn't doing well in her career. That is one of the major reasons she gave for moving to Ghana even before she moved with her daughter. She even complained about not being offered free land in Ghana because according to her, she is doing so much for the community. You should see the "so much" that she is talking about. Stuff that barely has an impact on the upward mobility of the people, along with the little trinkets she occasionally gives people in extremely poor communities that she believes deserve to be rewarded with free land. TBH some of these people assume the posture of colonialists. The entitlement when they come to Africa is ridiculous.
@leanolaone6431
@leanolaone6431 Жыл бұрын
@TheArrival Can you say entitlement & audacity? I think some Americans & other black non Africans feel they should be treated in a "special" when they come to Africa.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
That’s crazy lol
@jameshepburn4631
@jameshepburn4631 Жыл бұрын
For those who’ve never been there, some observations about Africa from extensive experience might be helpful. In sub-Sahara Africa, the pace is noticeably casual among the black folks. The economy in many places was or is dominated by the more intense, faster, service oriented Arabs, Indians, Whites, & Orientals. Blacks like the Ibos (Igbos) of Nigeria or the Luos of Kenya who match their work ethic just earn jealousy from their fellow blacks. American blacks, to successfully run a family business, have to step up and compete with the other non indigenous owned businesses. Sad to say, many black AA’s lack the entrepreneurial skills and the work ethic to do this even with relatively a lot of financial resources. Baseball player Jackie Robinson’s son burned through a pile of Jackie’s money unsuccessfully trying to run a coffee plantation in Kenya without sufficient business experience. Unless you have some specialty skill in demand such as being a veterinarian or chemical engineer, don’t expect a degree in some general academic field to land you some plum job. First it won’t impress the Africans and second there aren’t too many routine white collar good paying jobs available. Black AA’s who think they’ll instantly improve their lives and be welcomed with loving arms in an uplifting return to the ancestral homeland are in for a rude awakening. Besides the different culture to assimilate into, a complication over the last 20 or so years is black AA reputation is seriously lousy due to reality shown on social media of crime, boorish behavior, and immaturity. Expect a cold shoulder, not a warm welcome. Even if you persevere you’ll find tribal favoritism, family connections, and cronyism all rampant and not in your favor. Good luck but don’t jump in blind.
@amptrascope
@amptrascope Жыл бұрын
African Americans are a unique group with a unique problem set. America is our home and we marched, got beat, lynched and more fighting for civil rights so that all blacks from all over can at least come here and prosper to a degree, however where can we go to expect the same? Nowhere in my opinion. The only help we can depend on is each other. Why come to a country where people want to rob you, steal from you, over charge you, and more, meanwhile don’t forget indigenous Africans have been suffering themselves so you cannot depend on them to be open to us, they themselves are trying to get the few good jobs and opportunities.African Americans have no where to go at this time in my opinion.
@Odehyah951
@Odehyah951 11 ай бұрын
Thank you for your honesty. I too have told the truth about my experiences in the countries I visited, i.e. South Africa. A friend and I spent a Month traveling around SA and we experienced some negativity - shady characters following us, drivers and hotel concierges warning us about wanting to walk instead of riding in the safety of a vehicle or seeing the walled residences in the better neighborhoods vs the shanty’s in the townships - a clear indication of potential criminality. On the other hand I have visited places where I felt more secure, more safe and I have happily spoken about those experiences (Botswana).
@clantis
@clantis Жыл бұрын
First of all, I love your videos. Secondly, I appreciate your honesty and educating others about things to expect and not to expect. As a South African, nothing has brought me more joy than watching our AA brothers and sisters coming to our Home (their Home too), and falling in love with us and Home. This has been long overdue. I am not going to dispute or refute everything that has been uttered in this video, because I value you both and your family. Interestingly (if I may speak about my country, South Africa), for decades and even centuries, South Africa has had an huge influx of Europeans, white Americans, Chinese, and in recent years, Pakistanis, and Bangladeshi nationals and coming here knowing very well everything that you've pointed out in this video, and they still chose to stick it, built multimillion dollar businesses and estates. Many of them have experienced the worst of crimes, but still chose to stay. And the other interesting thing about why I appreciate AAs who post KZbin videos and only touch on the positives of coming or moving to Africa is that the other side of the story has been told in the most distorted of ways, so much so that many AAs in 2023 still think that Africa is a country, no city in Africa, no civilization, and riddled with poverty, diseases, wars, and live among animals. The white man/woman has done a good job in painting Africa as dark and barbaric. Again, yes, you touched on valid points and I appreciate it. But, Africa needs a break, and the spotlight that we are getting from our AA brothers and sisters is breath of fresh air. And I want to tell them, if Europeans, Chinese, Pakistanis etc can come here and find a home, plus built wealth that they have, surely AAs can also recognize that there is more good in Africa than the negatives (leave that to the white KZbinr who is carrying on from National Geographic about how dark Africa is). Let me leave my thoughts here, and thank you for this great video.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@biggeststeppa1
@biggeststeppa1 Жыл бұрын
@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE what a shit response
@clantis
@clantis Жыл бұрын
@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE You're welcome.
@QuincyNtuli
@QuincyNtuli Жыл бұрын
I like what you have said and as a fellow South African I feel the same. Allow me to extend what you have said by saying that I wish people would stop saying 'The Real Country-X or Country-Y' and rather say 'The other Country-X or Country-Y'. I believe this would help extend the idea that life is a mixture of the good and the bad. As a tourist here or any other country, you will experience a degree of the negative.
@clantis
@clantis Жыл бұрын
@@QuincyNtuli It's like the accusation that "Africans hate AAs" and we in South Africa are like WHAT? "Hate them for what good reason?". And it hits one that there are some Africans (with the exception of South Africans because we DON'T migrate or immigrate) have expressed their dislike for AAs for whatever reason, resulting with South Africans taking stray bullets. I agree, specifications are important.
@itzsmejw
@itzsmejw Жыл бұрын
I like y’all as a couple. Also you all make very good points of concerns to be considered when relocating to a foreign land.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
🥹🥹 thank you we really appreciate that.
@UpliftingAfrica
@UpliftingAfrica Жыл бұрын
As someone who does short documentary style videos about our mother continent Africa, I can't agree any less to your analysis. 100% on point.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
We appreciate that!
@YOUR-WORD-IS-YOUR-BOND
@YOUR-WORD-IS-YOUR-BOND Жыл бұрын
Actually, this is the true motherland. Why do you think many cultures are coming here and not going to Africa...
@mh4zd
@mh4zd Жыл бұрын
...can't agree any MORE (because you agree 100%). (The only way you could not agree any less is if you agreed 0%). - Your friendly Grammar N@zi.
@sunkeeperarcturian4755
@sunkeeperarcturian4755 Жыл бұрын
It's so great to hear honest talk about Africa.People from Africa are tough and resilient. We have to be
@AShasa35
@AShasa35 Жыл бұрын
Y'all putting the videos out!! Love it!!! Keep the realistic conversations about Africa coming. We are watching.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Well thank you so much. We appreciate it.
@kevanwillis4571
@kevanwillis4571 10 ай бұрын
African Americans, you are not African, you're Americans. Good luck with your move but you are closer in your life experience to Europe than Africa. My ex-wife and I had a house and property in Mauritius. Nominally Africa, but we used to call it Africa-lite. English is widely spoken, you're better off with French. My wife being a Mauritian creole spoke the local patois fluently but locals immediately recognised she had been brought up in Europe. There was one price for locals, another for my wife and another for me. We had Mauritian relatives aplenty but still it's not a piece of cake. Good luck.
@LADYZEE702
@LADYZEE702 Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate the honesty you guys brought. Am a kenyan living in a different African country too. Whatever you said is absolutely true. The struggles are not only foe people who came from Abroad to Africa, these are struggles you'll find even when moving from one African country to another or any other country. The underlined key word in all this video I would say was "Be prepared" mentally, financially and physically. Another beautiful point I would love to mention, which you also mentioned, is the AA attitude! Honestly, Africans are hospitable people, but some of the AA come to Africa to critique the ways of living here! They criticize everything and everyone! By doing so you not hurting anyone but yourself! And once you show us here that you are trying to demean us or show us your are better than us, African will show you the side you never saw. They don't indirectly accept colonialism! They will make your life miserable. 😅 so thanks for enlightment.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Exactly, Thanks for watching!
@datruth470
@datruth470 Жыл бұрын
Don’t accept colonialism? Yet most the continent was colonized.
@maniacslap1623
@maniacslap1623 Жыл бұрын
Moral of the story: Build yourself up in America FIRST. You not going from poor in the states to rich in Africa. Have your shyt setup and actually know how to handle your finances. You’ll be good. I don’t understand the people that travel and aren’t willing to embrace different cultures. They give us Black Americans a bad look.
@sibonisovilakazi3413
@sibonisovilakazi3413 Жыл бұрын
For the first time in decades Afrikan leaders are taking concrete steps to remove all these unnecessary red tapes among Afrikan countries. As a South Afrikan I really don't understand why I need a visa to visit a fellow Afrikan country and why other Afrikans need a visa to come here. It's like we're now voluntarily perpetuating Neo-colonial practises which is disgusting. Afrika should be Afrika for all Afrikans both here and in the diaspora.
@memidiane38
@memidiane38 Жыл бұрын
​@@datruth470😂😂😂😂 facts.
@theparkourlady894
@theparkourlady894 Жыл бұрын
Well rounded, enlightened perspectives on things that I'm sure most people never even think about. Well done!
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@pattyesunshine4915
@pattyesunshine4915 Жыл бұрын
Thank you both for keeping it real. I have watched many you tube videos and I believe that Africa is beautiful and wonderful. But what I find is that some do not give the viewer both sides of the story. Telling the truth is what I can respect and accept when content like this is shared. Wherever you want to live you must have a plan and do your research this is extremely important. That plan includes how you are going to live will you set up a business or what can I offer. Some say come to Africa but do we all understand that we must assimilate into the culture of the country we choose to live in. I am in my 60’s traveling with my husband, we research the countries that we travel to and understand that we need to speak the language and learn how to communicate. We understand that there are cultural differences and we observe them and respect these differences.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@usa_kenyan
@usa_kenyan Жыл бұрын
Have you heard of Mark Meets Africa (this is the name of his channel)? He's an African American living in Tanzania. He's an incredible dude. Very impressive. He has a lot to say regarding the topic you're discussing in this video. Thanks for sharing your interesting words of caution.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Yes we have met him. He is a very good person.
@kimc.3891
@kimc.3891 Жыл бұрын
Very informative. Renewing your mind is vital especially coming from America. Love y’all content
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@catt3911
@catt3911 Жыл бұрын
That’s for the honesty and being straightforward.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@louverture905
@louverture905 Жыл бұрын
Crime is devastating no matter where it happens to you. I am more interested in how the police respond to you and what health care services are like. Thank you guys for sharing.
@DashaYah555
@DashaYah555 Жыл бұрын
Shalom, thank you’ll for this video!
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@molefejappie3284
@molefejappie3284 Жыл бұрын
I do appreciate what you are saying.This is a very educative video. Good work my brother and sister. Thank you for being truthful about my home country South Africa. Being in South Africa is like being in first world country but in Africa which is referred to as a third world continent.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@kevinsmith4923
@kevinsmith4923 Жыл бұрын
Very informative, thank you.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
No problem family
@JuneBaby01
@JuneBaby01 Жыл бұрын
Too much tribalism, has always been the main problem...people will never get ahead as long as that's the prevailing symptom in a lot of African domains...
@hmenef
@hmenef Жыл бұрын
Facts!!!
@mariambaraka3353
@mariambaraka3353 Ай бұрын
Yep!
@susanhiggs4807
@susanhiggs4807 11 ай бұрын
THANKS FOR YOUR HONESTY
@sirbantzalot
@sirbantzalot Жыл бұрын
we live in west Africa. made my first billion here. Yeah there is problems but nothing to worry about. Africans should return home
@jeromefox1932
@jeromefox1932 Жыл бұрын
Number 1 thing is have an income that is 100 percent dependable that will afford you to be able to live comfortably. 2. Have a already established community or group of real dependable friends and or family. 3. Learn one or two of the native language (s) before moving to the country permanently 4. Stay a few months in a country before actually moving there if possible. Staying for a week or a few weeks is not enough time to determine if a country is right for you. 5. Have a purpose, get involved. 6. Be very slow and cautious in forming trusting friendships
@devonselvie2260
@devonselvie2260 Жыл бұрын
My Nigerian wife and I have been discussing relocating to Africa in the near future. I have mainly been looking at Ghana(where she has lived for some time in the past)and South Africa. I have done numerous hours of research on the subject matter; and, as an African American who is used to living in an area where I feel very safe(yeah I said feel safe and yes I am in the US there are still very safe areas here folks)she and I have been concerned with relocation and crime. Not to mention all of the corruption as well as the differences in quality of life. By no means are we trying to make it seem as though where we live is the perfect place, but we definitely would prefer being somewhere safe. I don't see the point of spending the time and effort to relocate just to realize that we are in a worse situation than in the U.S. I strongly believe that with all the calls to return to the Motherland that there should be a more streamlined process for those African Americans interested in relocating to Africa. I believe that many more AA would love to relocate to Africa if a few things were more appealing. Yes, I realize everywhere has crime, issues, and room for improvement, my point is many AA are looking for an improved quality of life, and many are hoping Africa would provide that. Yet, many AA are doing their research (as they should) and they are weighing in on the life they have in the U.S. and what life is like in some African countries and they feel that its better for them to deal with the demons they know rather than the unknown demons that could be hiding in the shadows. That's how many AA have explained it to me. Let's just say that an AA family would like to move from Chicago to SA. That family may feel that crime, for instance, isn't better in SA; so why relocate? Basically, if Africa is truly serious about welcoming AA to their home, I feel that one or maybe a few countries should put forth a conscious effort to make the process easier, combat crime and corruption, and improve quality of life(frequent power outages, cell service, internet access for example). My fellow African brothers and sisters please do not misinterpret my comment as something negative towards Africa. Africa is absolutely my favorite continent hands down. I am just providing the view of why many AA come to Africa and are disappointed, discouraged, mislead, or whatever the case my be and they choose to leave.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@darinbellecollections1197
@darinbellecollections1197 Жыл бұрын
just stay back until its done, there is certainly no hurry!
@sindiswamsubo9519
@sindiswamsubo9519 Жыл бұрын
I get where you’re coming from. What I’ve heard as a South African is AA saying we do not market/promote the beauty SA has to offer, and what the Diaspora has to understand is that South Africans are very self aware people and we know that we’ve only been a democratic country for 30 years, we are a very young democratic country and we are still working on our country. Yes, there has been great progress but we’re still so focused on making it GREAT, and that takes a lot of time, if you want to come over, sure no problem we’ll welcome you with open arms, but we’re still grinding and fighting a bigger fight behind the scenes that many don’t see. Eg equal pay in corporate as a black person. There’s a lot of work that needs to be done BTS that is not visible to the eye. But everything takes time.
@devonselvie2260
@devonselvie2260 Жыл бұрын
@@sindiswamsubo9519 I completely understand your point as well. I don't mean to sound as though I am being negative or criticizing, because that is not my intention. I just wanted to bring the thoughts and feelings to the table so that you all know how we feel and the concerns that we have so that it can be worked on. Thank you all for accepting us and working hard to address the concerns that we have; we really appreciate the hard work you all are putting in. I can't wait to visit.
@sindiswamsubo9519
@sindiswamsubo9519 Жыл бұрын
@@devonselvie2260 Honestly thank you for sharing! , I love learning and hearing the peoples perspectives so thank you🙏🏾 , I really hope you enjoy yourselves when you do decide to visit ♥️
@LDWearyjr-ue7cu
@LDWearyjr-ue7cu Жыл бұрын
Very solid information guys Thank you for sharing your knowledge! God Bless 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
@roythousand13
@roythousand13 Жыл бұрын
Majority of people's problems comes from within. This is why moving to a new place will not necessarily fix people's lives, because they are bringing their problems with them. I'm not saying us black people should not move to Africa. I'm saying make sure you fix the problems you have within before you move.
@nathanwilson4935
@nathanwilson4935 Жыл бұрын
The things you bring up hold true for people moving to any country. I hope more people can see this and get a heads up on some of the things to expect. Good video, thanks.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@brianabrom6115
@brianabrom6115 Жыл бұрын
African Americans going to Africa with the American mindset does not jive with the African mindset. Culture plays a major part. The only thing that the African-American is taking to Africa is pigmentation for the most part. One has to be very patient.
@swiswach3130
@swiswach3130 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video, great information
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE 10 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@malakiamen
@malakiamen Жыл бұрын
Greetings family! As an African American now planning my third visit to Africa for relocation preparation purposes, I completely relate to (and deeply appreciate) this content. I do believe, however, that Africa can heal returnees if we are meaningfully well positioned, have the right mindset, and keep the right company. A huge factor that helped me in my introduction to the continent was being encouraged to train my mind to get rid of preconceived notions and expectations. From there, I was able to fully “connect” in every sense of the word. Thank you for the wisdom around knowing the whole story. We won’t even have a chance to receive healing in the Motherland if we are unprepared, uninformed and lack a strategy to bond and build with our people. If we are prepared - as y’all brilliantly teach - the magic will surely happen. Salute! 💪🏾♥️🖤💚💛
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@darkgalaxy5548
@darkgalaxy5548 Жыл бұрын
If you are in need of healing, please don't come to Africa. We've got enough of our own problems. Rather come when you are well. It'll be better for all.
@bemorecatbemorecat4415
@bemorecatbemorecat4415 Жыл бұрын
Correct? Africa is Not a Hospital
@molefejappie3284
@molefejappie3284 Жыл бұрын
True!!!
@molefejappie3284
@molefejappie3284 Жыл бұрын
True: You are a patriotic African. Your comments really touched my heart. I wish you all the best for you and in finding your true self. Let's love our continent that God gave it us even though others wanna keep us away from it. I am a black South African living peacefully in our motherland. There is no place like home
@MrTomjolly
@MrTomjolly Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Good luck with your endeavors.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@2112sgb
@2112sgb Жыл бұрын
It’s not Wakanda.
@CliveEdwards-pj5mk
@CliveEdwards-pj5mk Жыл бұрын
Very good honest advice
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Glad you think so!
@sirennoir258
@sirennoir258 Жыл бұрын
I always throught it was American Blacks moving to Africa not to live as average Africans, but amongst Africans at the top of their society.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
😳😳
@soulspirationgoddess
@soulspirationgoddess 4 ай бұрын
That’s humans nature. Africans (all immigrants actually) come here to do the same thing, to be above Black Americans lol…
@PrinceDomG
@PrinceDomG Жыл бұрын
Great vid fam ❤
@freedomm
@freedomm Жыл бұрын
This needed to be said.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@davidchurch5932
@davidchurch5932 Жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video, But when you say "Africa", which part are you talking about? East or West coast, sub-Sahara, which cultural / historical backgrounds? Can you detail that out please.
@Jah_Nzola
@Jah_Nzola Жыл бұрын
Very informative! The way i see it, if Europeans, Chinese, Lebanese etc can do it, then so can we. 💪🏾💯
@ndingere7857
@ndingere7857 Жыл бұрын
No WISER words were ever spoken: "... if Europeans, Chinese, Lebanese etc can do it, then so can we."
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@SikiDlanga
@SikiDlanga Жыл бұрын
Preach 🔥🔥
@JohnThomas-li2vi
@JohnThomas-li2vi Жыл бұрын
They have their own governments as support mechanisms, that assist the families and help the set up, besides Africans have a warped love affair with non African people
@thembi9645
@thembi9645 Жыл бұрын
Exactly and especially for u guys it’s also your forefathers land….period
@fasttimer4879
@fasttimer4879 Жыл бұрын
You guys have been outstanding..brief and precise...
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@fasttimer4879
@fasttimer4879 Жыл бұрын
@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE welcome
@theonlysamkelo
@theonlysamkelo Жыл бұрын
For those who wish to relocate or visit South Africa please do try travel agencies and don't just move to any country without an agency to assist you.
@DMike54
@DMike54 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this very informative and honest video.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@ladiesgents8821
@ladiesgents8821 Жыл бұрын
I think some people who go to Africa (from America) are trying to keep a mindset that doesn’t mesh with the Africa culture. People aren’t as open minded as they think. It’s best for people to follow their own heart and purpose vs what people say about a place.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
True
@fredbinion7524
@fredbinion7524 6 ай бұрын
Very good comments you two!!!!!
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE 6 ай бұрын
Thank you
@EmperorDraconianIV
@EmperorDraconianIV Жыл бұрын
African Americans are Americans. I want them to be the most dominant group in America and i dont want them to leave.
@davidanthony4845
@davidanthony4845 6 ай бұрын
Lotsa luck
@seso3454
@seso3454 Жыл бұрын
You keepn it Real - and doin it Rigt! Thank you FC!
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
No problem
@clarktownsend506
@clarktownsend506 Жыл бұрын
This needed to be said! As an African American in Africa, you really have to caution yourself around SOME(noticed I said some not ALL) Africans. They will smile in your face, call you my sister or my brother and underneath they only have bad intentions for you. I'm not sure why, but every African American isn't rich and I really wish Africans would stop believing this stereotype about us. Xenophobia really saddens me, if those people who suffer from this, could take a step back and really see WHO really separated us, they would see who they are really upset at, the same people who has fed us all a pack of lies.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@QUINTUSMAXIMUS
@QUINTUSMAXIMUS Жыл бұрын
Even if you're originally from the country but immigrated to the US and visiting, you have to be careful.
@Blackeyedview1611
@Blackeyedview1611 Жыл бұрын
Thank you guys for being honest .
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
No problem
@derrickmutuma7185
@derrickmutuma7185 Жыл бұрын
We want open-minded people, those willing to integrate with society, and those ready to advance Africa's development.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
👍🏾👍🏾
@KuttyJoe
@KuttyJoe Жыл бұрын
The problem in Africa is the same as it is with black folks everywhere in this world. No unity. If black folks loved ourselves the way white folks love themselves, then we could build up Africa into the greatest continent on the planet. Everything we can achieve starts with love of our people. And connecting with our people. Uplifting our people. Nothing will improve before that happens.
@danielleivy8180
@danielleivy8180 Жыл бұрын
I'm starting to see that in a lot of videos (not this one though) - that the main complaint is basically "they don't speak English well enough for my comfort" and "I didn't feel accomodated". I can't fathom moving to a country in the hopes of putting down some roots and not learning the local language. Not learning the customs. Not learning the maps. Not learning the history and past conflicts. Not learning what the country is working towards as a people. It baffles me. I really want to visit in the near future and have my sights set on Rwanda and neighboring countries. I'm hoping that if I learn Swahili, French, and Kinyarwanda it should cover that region at least. There are soooo many languages and cultures but I've got to start somewhere.
@jacklynnmjackson2383
@jacklynnmjackson2383 Жыл бұрын
Which lane are you in. It can't be both.
@derrickmutuma7185
@derrickmutuma7185 Жыл бұрын
@@jacklynnmjackson2383 You see two lanes?
@HabitualLover
@HabitualLover 8 ай бұрын
Your realistic perspective is definitely appreciated. So many Re-pat YTers are on all kinds of different levels that aren't very helpful. They give strong vibes that they're mostly posting content for the monetization, which there's nothing wrong with that, but they shouldn't give advice that can't be backed up. People would still watch them if they did vids doing anything- they don't have to give their bad advice. Lol
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE 8 ай бұрын
Thank you so much. We just strive to be as helpful as possible while still being honest.
@TomBTerrific
@TomBTerrific Жыл бұрын
It’s not about where you’re at. It’s about how you deal with life and things that come your way. It’s not about race it’s about you and your ability to adjust. People who were raised in one place become comfortable with the culture you were raised in. If you relocate to a different country you will likely have significant adjustments to make. That’s right you have to adjust to your new location because you’re nuts if you think your new location will adjust to you.
@pla4825
@pla4825 6 ай бұрын
When I watch these videos I hear all the time there a Local Price vs Foreigners. I appreciate yall honesty on that
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE 6 ай бұрын
No problem
@MaxItUpwithMarta
@MaxItUpwithMarta Жыл бұрын
The different regions of Africa have different cultures. It needs to be said that not all Africans welcome Americans with open arms simply because they share race. It is also so very true that people cannot be "healed" by leaving the USA. In reality, some Americans may feel as outsiders in Africa and may feel they are treated differently than native Africans. "African Americans" are not African automatically. Americans will be foreigners in Africa.
@leonardchurch7675
@leonardchurch7675 Жыл бұрын
Black Americans don't understand or have never been taught or even comprehend that within a single country over 200 separate tribes with their own customs histories goals and prejudices exists live fight and kill each other daily even in the most advanced and modern African nations. They self segregate their own populations from each other and given half a chance will commit genocide on their neighbors because that is just the way it has always been and always will be in their minds. Not saying this to be racist but from actually talking with people from Tanzania, Kenya, Xhosa, etc.
@Migrantsplash
@Migrantsplash Жыл бұрын
Love the content happy to join the family😂❤
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much.
@ministergstanford
@ministergstanford Жыл бұрын
I live in America and have had many conversations with Africans living here in America. And the main complaint they have with us is the way we live, we work too much, we have no life, and how we have to pay bills every month just to live. Its not that way in Africa. Living in the U.S is hard for Africans too, especially when they dont have their required papers to work. They come here believing America is rich in opportunities only to be fooled by what they see on television and the Movies about life in America, so when they arrive here they are greatly disappointed and have to live the same way here the way they lived in their own Country, depending on their Family or connecting with other Africans here. I even met a man who was a Doctor in his country who thought if he could only get to America he would make a lot of money. Only to find out he made more money in his own country. Africa is harder to live in when it comes to employment opportunities but rich in life. So if you're poor in America you're be worse off in Africa, they're more likely to hire their own before hiring an foreigner. One way Africans make it in Africa is family, they live together in one house, they will have multiple families living in one residence. So if you're poor in America, have no family, friends, no kind of African connection in Africa, not business minded, have no entrepreneurial skills, experience. You might as well put off moving to Africa, and just visit, until you establish what is needed to thrive there, or like the Africans like to say , "Survive".
@deniseberman8633
@deniseberman8633 Жыл бұрын
Oh people don’t work, or have to pay bills in Africa and I suppose they have excellent healthcare, Medicare, public assistance and human rights like we have here.
@lasha4585
@lasha4585 Жыл бұрын
My FREEDOM is in my ancestrial land....AMERICA!!! ☮❤🏹 (Peace, Love, and Indian Soul!!!)
@CROX1153
@CROX1153 Жыл бұрын
My sistah I said the same thing ,they have some of us running Africa but my ancestors die on this land.
@juanareas5317
@juanareas5317 Жыл бұрын
Washte! ❤️
@deniseberman8633
@deniseberman8633 Жыл бұрын
So is this couple still living there? I get the feeling most people want to live there because they don’t want to be around white people or people of other races.
@rda6029
@rda6029 Жыл бұрын
Agreed but what is this "indian" soul stuff?
@Veronica-vl2ht
@Veronica-vl2ht Жыл бұрын
Thank you for imparting honestly. Misguiding individuals is very dangerous and hurtful. It's so important to be prepared and receive accurate, realistic information and have links to communities from whence you came while acclimating to your new environment. Thank you again for providing truth.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@LegionFay
@LegionFay Жыл бұрын
Here in SA we have our own struggles and issues...but we dont give up and South Africa is beautifull.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@dalenymzizi1606
@dalenymzizi1606 Жыл бұрын
We love our country'
@haatpraat2993
@haatpraat2993 Жыл бұрын
Several of my South African acquaintances have been held up at gun point in SA,
@josephyahasawap7347
@josephyahasawap7347 Жыл бұрын
This is really good video because you hit on everything people first encounter. Thank you. I will be sharing this video with everyone who wants to come to Africa. It breaks my heart to see so many black americans feel dejected from Africa. Also, the arrogance will become a two edged sword because when Babylon falls, anyone associated with Babylon will be considered a refugee. There will be nothing to boast about, in fact we might even be rejected and looked down upon. Please let me know how I could reach out to you. I will be in Joburg later this fall. Most High Willing
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Our email is in the description. Thanks for watching.
@kalipooh3388
@kalipooh3388 Жыл бұрын
We are better wtf ..think!? …WE BETTER PERIOD
@ShakinahGlory-u2b
@ShakinahGlory-u2b Жыл бұрын
do you have to leave every 3 months in south Africa?
@J_Looks
@J_Looks Жыл бұрын
Here in SA we have Chinese, Europeans, Asians and they love being here. It’s only black Americans who think they’re much better than us in Africa but we all know that’s not true. Some of you don’t even own the type of house most of us Africans own. I love my country SA and I will never leave it for any country
@angelakanteh6226
@angelakanteh6226 6 ай бұрын
Yeah of course the Asian people love it You and I both know why? They get over big time. All that free labor🤣🤣
@soulspirationgoddess
@soulspirationgoddess 4 ай бұрын
What experiences have you had that demonstrate that Black Americans think they’re better than SAs?
@rare.malachite_
@rare.malachite_ Жыл бұрын
This topic is just so funny for me, although id like to add the countries AA tend to travel or move too are not in(how do i put it lightly) "good condition"
@nomatusi7514
@nomatusi7514 Жыл бұрын
The mainstream media have shown all the bad things of Africa. We do not expect our brothers to tell the same thing.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
We expect honesty
@gibson2675
@gibson2675 Жыл бұрын
But at the same time you cannot deny the truth
@nomatusi7514
@nomatusi7514 Жыл бұрын
@@gibson2675 Mainstream media have been showing that for decades but they do not show the good parts.
@edwardmwangi3314
@edwardmwangi3314 Жыл бұрын
Then again its about you knowing what to expect when coming to Africa. Not just coming with this idea of Africa being heaven on earth. Actually if you think about it critically, those who do come to the motherland with such expectations and dont meet them usually leave mad and furious and some even take it to social media to express their dissapointment which would be to some peoples joy (cause lets be real, there so many people out there who only want to hear the negative side of the continent) . They see that video or clip and be like "you see what we've been trying to tell you?" So yeah i do somewhat agree with you that people should help in tryng to counter the negative depictions of Africa but also people should be realistic as well and try as much as possible not to sell another somewhat wrong narrative about the continent.
@siyabonganxumalo4574
@siyabonganxumalo4574 Жыл бұрын
​​@@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE but the media is already showing the world the negative side and you don't demand the truth from them. It's not true that Africa is all bad as the media shows you. Before coming to SA, what are the positives that you learned from the mainstream media about South Africa?
@akeemMagic01
@akeemMagic01 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for being honest.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Always!
@SikiDlanga
@SikiDlanga Жыл бұрын
This is true. Any place in the world you move to is not going to be a piece of cake! You just need to know why you are there and keep rolling with it. If you are not called to it then you don't have a reason to be moving really because it takes so much from you but it's never a waste to experience some place different. It takes courage. It's only fun if you are tourist.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Absolutely, thanks for watching
@Kwameking1
@Kwameking1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much.I’m looking at South Africa and Ghana.
@angelg2638
@angelg2638 Жыл бұрын
Africa is the least developed continent. Whether you are African American, French, English, Chinese Indian, Martian,...Black, Green, Purple , Orange... etc... life would BE MORE DIFFICULT. Why do you think Africans want to LEAVE Africa? If one is trying to avoid discrimination in America or anywhere else, you can go hide in Africa but the downside is QUALITY OF LIVING. Africans, on the other hand, don't care about being discriminated against in exchange for a BETTER QUALITY OF LIVING in America or Europe. So, I guess, choose what's more important to you: escape "micro-aggression"? Or have a crappy Third World life with no water, no electricity, no loans, shabby services, shit internet, high crime, diseases, yadda, yadda, yadda.
@fionakane9126
@fionakane9126 Жыл бұрын
Great video again
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thank you we really appreciate it.
@Achimotastar
@Achimotastar Жыл бұрын
Too many people romantizing Africa, it is not paradise but hey keep your eyes open.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@rodneydavis7777
@rodneydavis7777 Жыл бұрын
Good video!
@netomaape2557
@netomaape2557 Жыл бұрын
This is impressive. Admitting that its not easy. But I think the benefits outweighs the losses. More AAs need to move here.
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE
@FREEDOMCHASERSLIFE Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@mysteriousjz
@mysteriousjz Жыл бұрын
Yes, and hopefully, they bring educated and advanced minds to put to work in Africa to help it improve
@susangomm3568
@susangomm3568 Жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed your view of South Africa. I am from the Eastern Cape East London. We are a stones throw from the Wild Coast, so perhaps your next visit could incorporate this area. In South Africa crime is a problem, but we stick to certain sensible rules. All the best. Susan Gomm
@koryburdet1317
@koryburdet1317 Жыл бұрын
They feel like we better. We never said that just they know that because we are the face of black people around this world
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