Do THIS BEFORE moving to The Gambia - 5 steps before moving to The Gambia

►Greetings extended family!
The video today is all about me giving you tips and advise on good things to know before moving to The Gambia.
I have done similar videos before, check them out on my channel as well.
I hope you find the advise good and suitable for you
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- www.globalpropertiesafrica.com/
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- www.airbnb.com/
► Gambia documentary I found a while ago on KZbin:
- • Gambia, an African ody...
► TIMESTAMPS:
03:21 - Visit The Gambia before moving
06:06 - Budgeting
09:13 - Accommodation
11:26 - Do some research
13:55 - The life that you will leave behind
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[@abdullahrasheed1493]

As Salaamu Alaikum Sister! Thanks for the video. Let me add my "two cents". I have been blessed to travel to and from Africa now for nearly 25 years. I have just returned from Senegal about a month ago now or less. My wife is Gambian. Although I have been to other countries in Africa I have been traveling to the Senegambian region for the last 15 yrs. It is very important to do research online about the places of interest in Africa that you want to visit before you go. Also I suggest visiting more than one country before making a final decision to move. As the sister said. Go there and experience the place. It is greatly different than looking at it on a screen. Something that I found out from experience to is that in some places you can rent finished apartments or houses or rooms that are much less expensive then paying for a hotel. I have enjoyed every place in Africa that I have been. But don't be fooled. Anywhere on this planet that you go always have your "Thinking Cap" on. Don't think that you can let your guard down just because you are among mostly people that look like you. You don't that in the West. So why would you do that anywhere on this Earth? And It was said, prepare yourself mentally. But don't make emotionally charged decisions. Stop overly romanticizing Africa. Because when something go wrong ( and something will go wrong Sometimes, that's just life) you shouldn't be so distraught about it that you can't go on. You have to live somewhere on this Earth. And if Africa is your choice then know that wherever you are you can't up and run away everytime some thing don't go your way. Otherwise you will be running for ever. And whatever country that you come from you don't have to cut ties or burn the bridges behind you once you cross over. If you can have multiple citizenship then do that. You can benefit from each country with citizenship that you couldn't otherwise. One other main point i want to make that was mentioned was about income. As it was said everybody's situation is different. Financial needs can differ due to a number of reasons such as family size. Desire for certain comforts to unexpected medical expenses. No matter how much money that you have of you don't have money coming in what you have will eventually run out. Even Millionaires and Billionaires keep trying to increase their wealth. People will often assume that if you come from the west or even other places in the east outside of Africa that you have money. ( Even if you don't). That can work for you and it can also work against you. Again thanks for the video. I encourage all especially those fr the diaspora to visit Africa for yourself. Peace

[@africandiaries]

Thank you SO much for your comment. It's like you wrote an article advising us all. I couldn't have said it better myself extended family, thank you for taking your time 😍😍

[@abdullahrasheed1493]

@@africandiaries Dear Sister, it was my pleasure and my duty. By The Grace and Mercy of Almighty ALLAH, the Most High I’m honored to be able to share my experiences that in some small way may help someone else. There is an old saying that “experience is the best teacher.” But it don’t have always be what you experience for yourself. You can learn a lot from the experiences of others being shared with you. So keep up the good work and Almighty ALLAH, the Most High will reward you for your good efforts. As Salaam Alaikum!!

[@africandiaries]

@@abdullahrasheed1493 So true my brother. Thank you once again, bless you Wa aleykum salam wa rahmatolah !

[@ndureone999]

That’s vital point really especially the corruption nowadays in The Gambia is basically getting out of hand.

[@africandiaries]

That's true my brother. May Allah make it easier for us

[@abdousidibe9]

Great job, keep it up...awareness is vital!

[@africandiaries]

Yes! Thank you!

[@DivinechosenO]

Leap of Faith.. Coming Dec 9th, never looking back to USAmerikkka!!!

[@africandiaries]

Oh really!! Good luck on your journey extended family

[@sisteradeth5846]

Fabulous content. I’m coming to Gambia I’ll private message you about educating our young brothers and sisters. Keep up the good work. I enjoyed your other videos around your home. They were fun 🤩

[@africandiaries]

Thank you so much for your comment! I'm looking forward to your message, glad you like the other videos lol!

[@sabirahabdul8388]

@@africandiaries assalamualaikum I would like to make Hijra in a few months with my 6 kids Insha Allah Need some Info if u can help me I would appreciate it very much Jazzak Allah Khair

[@anabfarah6023]

MashaAllah ! Sister Marie I’m really enjoying your videos. Please give us more information about the cost of stuff, rent, buying lands, house, and food next you visit. InshaAllah.

[@africandiaries]

Bless you! I surely will in shaa Allah 😁 thank you for the topic ideas

[@ibrahimamkanyi2720]

Marie you're doing incredibly well we're proud you 💯❤️

[@africandiaries]

Jerejeff my brother for the support!! Always💯⭐️🇬🇲🇬🇲

[@ibrahimamkanyi2720]

@@africandiaries you're highly welcome always

[@laminebadjie6380]

Sounds great 👍 and well said 👏

[@africandiaries]

Thank you so much!

[@ebrimasaho8374]

Am just 22 years old, but soon In Sha Allah I will move back to the Gambia. People thinks is funny whenever I tell them because am young..

[@africandiaries]

Heey lil bro! Oh wow... it's brave though. Wanting to go back at this age, you'e looking ahead and seeing past the present. Keep your eyes on the goal May God make it a reality for you very soon then💯⭐️

[@ebrimasaho8374]

@@africandiaries Ameen

[@haroldbottom3474]

Great information Marie. Thanks !

[@africandiaries]

I'm glad you like it, it's my pleasure. Anything specific that stood out?🤔

[@haroldbottom3474]

@@africandiaries It's the way you deliver your message. It's clear concise and to the point. Some youtuber tend to go off script when doing this type of informative video, but you keep it simple. :)

[@africandiaries]

@@haroldbottom3474 Thank you Harold! Glad you see that because that's exactly how I try to deliver my message😁👏🏿👏🏿

[@ms.washington7403]

Thank you!❤

[@africandiaries]

You're welcome 😊 hope the video helped!

[@adavis2170]

Very good commentary!!

[@africandiaries]

Glad you think so, thank you!!

[@muhammedkabba387]

Great job 👍 thanks sister

[@africandiaries]

Thank you very much 👏🏿👏🏿

[@thegambianengineering7525]

Very good information!!!extended family ✊🏿

[@africandiaries]

Thaaankyoou bro, as always⭐️

[@thegambianengineering7525]

@@africandiaries my pleasure you wel come

[@mastermovesvideos6121]

Awesome video... 💯❤️

[@africandiaries]

Glad you liked it, thanks a lot

[@davidchukwunonye9079]

Excellent one..keep up

[@africandiaries]

Thank you, I will

[@PrinceAJames]

Greetings Marie , You are doing great job , I always watched you from Monrovia Liberia and thanks for the education , I love you sweetie

[@africandiaries]

You are so welcome, and that is wonderful !

[@monikahorvath3838]

thank you very much

[@africandiaries]

You are welcome😀

[@muhammadsaidy6070]

That's wonderful live ,my lovely sister, I'll go back home soon, insah Allah, amen

[@africandiaries]

Thank you so much, I hope you do too veeery soon! Ameen💯💯

[@PrincessVior]

Great advice What advice you give for dating a Gambia 🇬🇲 man?

[@edouardkouakouehoussou9378]

Heloo miss, thanks for your useful content. In which school can i learn English?

[@worldlyrics1361]

i'm in copenhagan and i would like to be in one of your vids!!... wouldn't mind going to stockholm!

[@africandiaries]

Oh alright, you're not that far away from me lol! Send me a message on Instagram and we can take it from there. I am in a recover stage (if you will) so I don't do collabs at the moment

[@daveblake4120]

Greetings Queen give thanks

[@africandiaries]

Greetings ! I thank you so much 👑

[@mrkonshus2680]

Lady you're beautiful. Very informative piece from you.

[@africandiaries]

I thank you so much for your compliments 💯💯

[@waltergaiter268]

❤

[@johnniefleming1947]

Hello sister from Orange Texas

[@africandiaries]

Heeyyy sis from Sweden😄

[@modoujohngu3678]

Hey hey 👋

[@africandiaries]

⭐️👋🏿👋🏿

[@kerimaabu1359]

Your so beautiful.

[@africandiaries]

Oh thank you so much!

[@Charlie19501]

What is retirement visa requirements? Thanks.

[@africandiaries]

I have no idea 🥶🥶

[@nusaibahsewbusy5899]

Is it possible for me to private message you about moving to Gambia? I’m very interested but my fear is my work?

[@africandiaries]

Yes sis do you have whatsapp? My number is 0046738387729 (I am not very active on whatsapp) Or you can reach me on instagram where I am more active @africandiaries_

[@marcybashiru24]

When visiting The Gambia what kinds of vaccination do you need to have.

[@africandiaries]

I'd recommend you to visit a vaccination centre - they'd provide the proper information for you. Malaria is common, there is no vaccine but medication you take before coming, during your stay and a short time afterwards

[@jewellafrican7520]

Assalamualaikum I'm leaving the u.s. I need connections to relocate. I'd like to start building my house there in 2022.send links please.

[@africandiaries]

Wa aleykum salam wa rahmatolah ! I am sooo glad you want to relocate and that you're aiming towards it fam! Well done. What kind of connections are you refering to my brother?

[@jewellafrican7520]

@@africandiaries Assalamualaikum lol I'm a Sister.. I'm thinking of staying with a family helping where I'm needed . I have no kids coming with. But I love kids.. Thinking of employment.Just wanna head to the Motherland without running into to many scams..

[@from_him2you374]

You should definitely visit BFR thinking to build your house

[@jaiwills6867]

Do People get robbed in the gambia. Is it safe for a woman to go alone

[@africandiaries]

Hey sis! Regarding your question if it is safe - Gambia is generally a safe country to be in. Just like in any other place, you do need to care for your belongings. And I would also say it depends on the places and also the time of day... make sure you have someone with you if you're new to the country. It'll reduce confusion👏🏿👏🏿

[@user-ne6pz3gp4w]

Can you give me permission for to come there sister

[@africandiaries]

You're always welcome to The Gambia! It's just a welcoming atmosphere over there 😍

[@jewellafrican7520]

Maybe I can film my move I.d.k.

[@africandiaries]

I think you should. Document it !!

[@alfredasinclair1277]

Air bnb .

[@africandiaries]

👍🏿👍🏿

[@JomoDaMusicMan]

is Gambia a Muslim Country, if so how would i be accepted, I am non religious, I have steady income of over 5,000 a month, I need hot water and electricity every day, I'm used to luxury, I can't stand pest, roaches, ants and flies. are the hotels pest free

[@africandiaries]

Gambia is a welcoming country and there are Gambians who are not muslims! 😁 Well, you can choose to live however you'd like in The Gambia but you still need to accomodate to the surroundings. It is a very hot climate and hotels are usually pest free. The standard depends on which hotel you choose

[@musajobe4432]

Good job but ur so confidente to put ur WhatsApp number out here 🙄

[@africandiaries]

Thank you so much!! It is African Diaries phone number, not my private one 😄