Expatriation | Should You Leave the US for Africa and Why?

[@Joey-bn4jb]

America losing great people, however, Ghana is gaining great people!.... 🤦🏻👨🏻‍🤝‍👨🏿

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Joey - Love that! ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️ you are absolutely right!!!

[@snowball6175]

But I feel the government of Ghana is being too slow. Time to put in serious and efficient immigration policies to ensure quicker routes to reintegration

[@truthhappiness8874]

🎯 & who going to take up the slack, will not miss them until they are gone... 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@jakebaba2149]

NO HUMAN BEING DESERVES ANY HARRASSMENT, ABUSE AND DISRESPECT JUST BECAUSE OF BEING BLACK.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You've got that right @Jake Baba! Thanks for commenting ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️!

[@acajudi100]

or any color. We do not pick the sperms and eggs, that made us. Be happy you are alive and healthy. No one can ride your back, unlss you bend over. I have travelled the world, but USA is my culture, and I do not care, who hates me. All the world would love to live in the USA!

[@truthhappiness8874]

@@acajudi100 lies, illusions of inclusion is so 1960, N2020

[@Geneiveve]

Most Black people are not disrespected and harassed in America. The news sensationalizes racism. When you watch the news it shows the worst of the worst. The lowest of the low. Many black people are doing well. They are thriving. I am one of them.

[@chairmankay]

I know exactly what you're talking about. After 18 years in the states, I'm on my way out as soon as borders are opened. Going back home to Ghana my motherland. Appreciate you guys and people like Wode Maya for waking us up from our trance....We've all been existing and trying to survive here but not really LIVING!!!! Thank you guys and see you on the other side

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Ralph Kumi - See you there and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@a.konadu4010]

👍🏾🙏🏾

[@kameishagreenunapologetica8210]

See you on the other side💪🏾

[@wmMustafa]

I'm definitely moving to ghana. living in amerikkka as a black person is unbearable.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You've got that right @WMwestcoast 1980! Thanks for commenting ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️!

[@diggiddi]

IKR me too

[@carlabrown5635]

I am in school right now I will be there 2023

[@danielasante8245]

Ghana is over rated, move to other countries

[@frannybkranny8760]

@@danielasante8245 like where?

[@Kylo-q]

Great video!!! We will be in Ghana in less than 8 years. We are getting our finances together now. And we will be starting a KZbin channel

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

That is awesome!

[@sherrysearcy1608]

I’m tired also. I’m moving to Ghana also. So excited ..

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Sherry Watson - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@abby-a]

It's crazy because what Tony said is the same thing I've heard blk Americans or ADOS say when they first go to Africa, they say the same thing. They say that when the go to ghana/Africa that that's the first time that they didnt feel like a blk person because everyone looks like us on the continent and they aren't reminded 24/7 about being blk person because everyone looks the same.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You've got that right @Abby94! It is profound and something every black person should experience #GhanaHome Thanks for commenting ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️!

[@paakwegyir3165]

That's so true.. My neighbourhood in Ghana is mixed wealth neighbourhood.. There are a few rich people and the middle class as well as lower class.. But we all get on well and say hello to everyone. There's that community vibe of support... Being there for each other.. Bless Africa ✌️✌️

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Totally... and I love that! In the states you can get arrested (or shot) walking in your own neighborhood just because you look different (read: black). Truly bless Africa ✌️✌️!

[@pjfpjf1541]

"It's an empowering feeling to be a majority," great statement bro!

[@danielasante8245]

It's feels so good, it's an experience that must be experienced to appreciate. First time I felt it: walking out of my hotel and walking across the street, then it me... It's feels so good

[@memphismayne3667]

I luv your channel but unfortunately, I haven't had the same experiences yall had in the States. Im a veteran plus I own a Transportation company.I would luv to move my company. But I did the research my trucks will not be insured and the cargo I haul have to be insured so thats pretty much off the table But I will definitely visit, every time I travel to the continent I have the time of my life. Good luck to you and your family! Stay safe! In Atlanta its a lot of black wealth! Much love!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@michellew4737]

My husband and I are black as well. We have never had the problems that he’s mentioning. My husband is also a veteran. No one has ever stopped us from moving forward of life. Thye sound racist themselves and who have a victim mentality. He doesn’t address the black on black crime. There’s a website called gunmemorial.org and you will see who’s killing black folks at large numbers, and it’s not white cops.

[@CherrellMishelle]

@@michellew4737 Are you sure you're black? 🤓

[@michellew4737]

@@CherrellMishelle I know you are not use to black people thinking for themselves...But you just met one. I don’t fall in line like most black people. Free thinker! ✌🏽

[@CherrellMishelle]

@@michellew4737 Have we met? Do I know you? Hmmm? You know what I'm used to? Ok. 😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫

[@missyanne40]

Everything you said in this video is so true. My fiancé is from Ghana and I am going there after this pandemic is over. Through DNA I found out my ancestors are from Ghana and the Ivory Coast and also Nigeria, Sierra Leone , and Kenya. We own land In Ghana so I am definitely moving there. Love your videos!!!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You are welcome and you'll love it @missyanne40! Also love hearing that you did the test and you KNOW you are connected to Ghana and West Africa too! We are glad to be sharing and inspiring (be sure to subscribe and share). And we will see you in Ghana soon!! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@NA-bh2iq]

I really love this video. Thank y’all for the Info . Yes I visited Ghana as well and like Tony said it’s the only place I feel safe driving. Most of the cops on the road don’t even carry weapons. I already built a house in Ghana for the same reason I don’t want to have the police talk with my children and also go to work wondering if my children will come home . All the school shootings before covid , all the mass shootings . Am tired as well. My Ghanaian friend who is here in the US helped me get a land which is huge for the Amount I bought it . I can never own that big of a land here . I started building from 2018 . Sending every little money I make on the side . Now I have a 7 bedroom house which cost me less than $80,000 . It’s cheaper to build your own house my friend said . Developers sell to make profits. I only went to Ghana once and I knew this was the place for me and my family. 😊😊already got my Ghanaian Name Yaw .am changing the slave master name as soon as I get there

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @Yaw D, really appreciate you sharing your story 😉! We live in a way that is so different when in Ghana, you have to go and see to understand just how different it really is and how that impacts you mindset. Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@ekowdaniels1837]

Thanks for sharing guys it is always a fresh breath of air to hear from both of you, maybe one day we will run into each other in Ghana when I also move back home to Ghana from U.S.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

That would be cool @Ekow Daniels - Soon... very soon 😊!

[@antwill6939]

Thanks for another great and honest video and for not making me feel crazy. Especially to your wife. I'm so sorry you had to dream with people not making you feel or telling you that you're not black enough. Funny enough, I'm not sure if it hurts me coming from non black people or from your own. I didn't grow up in the suburbs. I am from the ghetto and still live in bedstuy, NY and trust me, we do it to each other too and it hurts. So, these videos really help me realize, no, you are not crazy Ant, this is America. To conclude, yes we are the minority here but i must say, many of us accept and embrace these conditions and fit the role. Peace to you both

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Ant Will - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@py20]

Big shout out to my favorite "Akonta". You are ours - signed, sealed and delivered! And be assured that with your mindset and attitude, Ghanaians will embrace you. I know this, Tony. As for Ayo, one plea: take care of our king for us. Love you both!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@jaycon103]

I want to sincerely thank you for putting all this info out there! It is so helpful for me, as I try to plan my future. 21 yrs and counting in the Army, and I'm just burnt out! I've grown tired of the American drama, materialism, the $$$ costs, and the hang-ups on not respecting others (for any and all reasons). I'm considering Ghana because my fiancé lives and is from there. I am considering just living there through our marriage and visa process and if I like it enough, maybe we don't even come to the States!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yay @Jay Con! We are glad this was helpful 😊! There are so many great things about Ghana and combine that with all the drama in the States and you can see why we are moving😉. See you in Ghana soon ❤️️!

[@daciabryant4031]

You guys are my new friends in my head! My husband and I are thinking about moving to Ghana as well. We have very similar mindsets! Thank you for all the helpful information.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@demi Sande - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@joojob708]

Love your content. Very educational and informative. Keep feeding us with this. May the good lord give you strength and wisdom to continue to do what you guys do Amen!!!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

I appreciate that @Joojo B. Thank you

[@yeamaneal5652]

Thank you for putting it into words!! That’s exactly how I felt when I returned to my native Liberia. Even though Liberia is recovering from 20+ years of a Civil War and it’s not where it needs to be, I’ve never felt more at peace! Every Liberian in my age group is building their retirement home in Liberia. My hubby Ernest and I are in the process of getting our place ready.

[@abby-a]

Congratulations! 🥳🥳 on your transition to move back to the continent

[@sarrahc1338]

I'm sure you'll do great in 🇱🇷. Please create a channel about your journey

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Yeama Neal - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@DestinationSokeye]

Yeama Neal I did my african ancestry and one of the countries that my mom's ancestors are from is Liberia, also Sierra Leone, and Guinea-Bissau

[@yeamaneal5652]

@@DestinationSokeye Oh Wow!

[@motaylor2896]

One of the places you spoke of thinking about moving to is Tanzania. "Karibu" (Welcome) is constantly spoken here, I write this from Dar es salaam. Here's the problem. Tanzanians (outside of hospitality) hate to speak English. Yes, I want to learn Swahili, but when people refuse to meet me half-way how do you connect in reality? Time and again, people would make comments about my speaking English in their Tanzania, that's what the local who happens to speak both languages made clear to me. I understand it's their language and culture and I respect that. But if everywhere I go (even though I want to learn Swahili but no HELPING attitude in regard to that) I run into attitudes where they REFUSE to speak to me in English as I try to learn Swahili, well, that's a problem. I've heard that Ghanaians, and Ugandans and Kenyans are much more willing to meet us half way when they see that we are struggling to speak their language. I'm just saying, know your Swahili WELL before stepping foot in Tanzania.

[@autobotdiva9268]

English in Africa is a business language just as Swahili in USA is a business language. Learn what you can wherever you end up. my teacher does me the same way, she'll say like did you book an english lesson or what? then i straighen up, lol

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Interesting about the language @Mo Taylor! I think about people in the states getting upset when Spanish speakers don't learn English. I think there is always a push towards learning the local language wherever you go. Keep on trying (when all else fails, hire a kid to teach you, lol... they haven't gotten intolerant yet). Thanks for the comment ❤️️ 💛 💚!

[@cantech8125]

Likewise my brother, you must learn the language wherever you are. English is not an African language. It was brought to us by the colonizers. 85% of Africans speak more than two languages.

[@Mazoea]

Yes Tanzania is the very best place and clean too.we have our sister from America she move from America and she live in Arusha.she is helping people who want to relocate to Tanzanian.her youtube is traveling sista..peace karibu sana Akuna matata

[@BigDaddy4Real]

There was a linguistic study done and it shows the fastest way to learn any language is to go to the country and don’t speak any English... only use their language, that way you are forced to learn the language. Both of the people in the study were speaking fluently in three months.

[@sheilaerkins1071]

Excellent video! I really enjoyed it, I have my husband watching you guys, and now he is up for visiting Ghana 🇬🇭! Waiting for the borders to open.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Awesome @sheila erkins - Love hearing that! I'm glad that we've convinced him. Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️. See you in Ghana soon!

[@dariusl14]

I plan on going to Liberia especially knowing the history of Liberia in relationship with African Americans. It's time to return to the motherland

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You've got that right @Darius Lamb! Thanks for commenting ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️!

You guys are like the cool auntie and uncle! I enjoy the videos and topics that you post

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

We appreciate that @Princess Oniká - and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@sheilacole5639]

Thank you for this, being black in the Uk is not much better. A lot of the things you have highlighted I can really relate to or have experienced. I feel quite sure now that my next holiday destination will be Ghana. And I can’t wait. The info on ancestry and your identity traced back to a country in Africa and the possibility of getting dual citizenship, I did find very interesting.👀

[@sampraise4887]

You guys just know what to talk about at the right time, very very relevant informations. Nice one fam!!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Glad you think so! ❤️️ 💛 💚

[@livewithcedric8336]

This video was great. You presented perspectives that I can relate to. And the difference in home ownership amd neighborhoods is puzzling to those in the USA. Many of us have the mindset all homes should be on the same price level for people with similar economic status where that may not be the case in Ghana. Great info

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Live With Cedric - Excellent intelligent response and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@NicholasToko]

So refreshing. Blaxit is totally inspiring and I am so happy to see black people leave the US for peace in their lifetime.

[@f6876]

There is an exodus to the continent for sure not only from the USA but from the diaspora as a whole. Let the best and brightest build Africa.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

We have been hearing for years that Africa is the place to be (and many Asian communities/countries have invested heavily in Africa. We, as the diaspora, need to catch up and invest in us! Let the exodus continue❤️️! Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@7enthday]

Thank you for this. Please continue this mission of empowerment🖤

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@7ENTHDAY - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@jayburgher9780]

I always love your mature and insightfulviews. I understand totally. It's the same on the the other side of the the Atlantic. I Blessup.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Jay Burgher - Thanks for the compliment! But hate hearing that our circumstances are similar... we need a change. Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@christoperbazen5912]

You guys are so refreshing. Those are the very reasons I am considering leaving. Thanks for the info.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you so much @Christoper Bazen 😊! Great to hear!

[@abby-a]

I really like Tony's shirt and the *African* designs on it I wish I can get one

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Got that one in Ghana... get there to get yours @Abby94! Thanks for the comment 😊!

[@user-gc5dx8fj5u]

That's a replica of a recent home jersey of the Ghana national football team, the famous Black Stars.

[@kameishagreenunapologetica8210]

I have been thinking about leaving America for years and I truly believe it can be done! Your family is living proof that it can be done! Thanks for sharing and being a light to us still in the darkness that racism in America is!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Kameisha Green UNAPOLOGETICALLY ME! Thanks for the comment and the honesty, appreciate it.

[@BucknerFamilyTravels]

Always glad to see you guys Same family set up Me, my wife and my son and we will be there. Hope to meet up in 2021

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Hope so, I think the community is building and we are going to be seeing more American expats out and about in Ghana ❣️ Connect with our new Facebook group for Expats in Ghana at: facebook.com/groups/350881975912888. Hope to see you there!

[@MorehNuriYahuTheLevite]

I definitely appreciate your channel and insights, I currently live in Ghana and Love it!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Awesome @Moreh Nuriyahu Ben Lewy - Thanks for the comment 😊! Where are you in Ghana?

[@MorehNuriYahuTheLevite]

@@ExpatLifeGhana Currently in Accra

[@mr.keepitreal2200]

WOW ..... YOU MADE SOME VERY GOOD POINTS! I am currently live in Arizona and I am thinking about spending the majority of my time in Rocky Point Mexico. I want to hold on to my home in Arizona but still spend 6 months out of the year in Mexico.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Mr. Keep it Real - Just curious if you have any Mexican heritage to want to live in Mexico and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@pattyesunshine4915]

Thank you both for sharing and creating videos for those of us who are looking to repatriate to the mother land. All that you spoke about resonates with myself and my husband. We have had discussions about the same issues here in the states. Our plan was to visit Ghana first and then The Gambia this August but because of the virus and closings of the airports we could not fly.

They are opening ghana and few African countries borders in few weeks so will you be visiting anytime soon ?

[@pattyesunshine4915]

Princess Oniká we are looking at the end of this year or first of next year.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Awesome- Welcome to the channel ❤️️!

[@jettunion7430]

Glad to hear from a mature view, not that the younger bloggers are wrong. But when you are over fifty hear you prescriptive. It helps a lot we can do it also, but visit a few countries first. Like Tony my heart is in Ghana.cant wait✊🏾❤️

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Well said @Jett Union - Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️. And we appreciate the compliment too. See you in Ghana soon ✊🏾❤️.

[@pjfpjf1541]

Well said Jeff!

[@HitmanAfricanSeries]

Appreciate all the wonderful insightful information u just shared

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Glad it was helpful @Ebenezer Owusu Afriyie - Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@roysimpson9711]

Hello Iam watching your videos with interest Im English and white . Thats all Im going to say on that. My wife is Ghanaian and in Accra right now. She is everything you say about ghanaians Shes very beautiful for one thing . Shes very loyal to me She has a calmness about her that I have not experienced before. I cant wait for the 1st September I miss her so much .She has had a hard life but its no problem She accepts things without question but she is also tough and protective. You guys deserve better I like you both . Be lucky stay happy life will be good

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Awesome! Thanks for subbing and welcome to Expat Life ❤️️!

[@I.am.Seyram]

@roy SIMPSON if you decide to have kids I promise you they will be well brought up. Ghanaian mothers are extremely prinicpled. ❤️

[@nappyqueen86]

Thank you!! I said this to my 72 year old dad. I am tired of accepting the unacceptable. It’s 2021 !!! Dang!!!! When are we going to evolve and treat all people the same and stop living in denial about how people are treated differently based on race. I believe racism is a spirit and it’s a high level one. I pray God allows my family to visit different countries so I can find one where I can relax and not worry about my family’s safety. Love y’all, from Texas

[@TJ-kf6by]

So so true! Enjoy you new life; enjoy your new freedom.

[@dpungsae-sue992]

In relation to the police not shooting you in Ghana part of the video, there could be an explanation to add to the peaceful nature of Ghanaians. It's arduous for a police man to shoot or loose just one bullet out of his gun. Before leaving for duty, they are counted individually every single bullet in their gun and upon going off duty, they have to put in tabs on how many bullets they brought back. If you loose any bullet by mistake, there's a stringent bureaucratic process and paperwork you'd go through to account for the single bullet missing. It's usually not worth the effort for these policemen to ever try firing their guns if there isn't any imminent threat.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@dpung Sae-sue - Exactly and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@NitaNellEtc]

I've visited Ghana and love it too!! Zambia is also a great African country to visit and live. My son-in-law is from Zambia. I went to visit his family in 2011. He has family in both the capital Lusaka and small village Mazabuka. It's a beautiful country. He and my daughter are considering moving back. I told them to keep a mother-in-law suite ready for me! Lol

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks for sharing @Anita Parnell. Zambia is a great place too, there are just so many options in Africa!

[@acajudi100]

There will be positives and negatives , where ever you are on this earth. We are here a short time, so live where you are happy.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You've got that right @acajudi100! Thanks for commenting ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️!

[@ambitecturous4741]

Man. Y'all BOTH are speaking truth. Thanks for blazing a trail!

[@zo5984]

Love the content you two put out. So educational and enlightening.

[@jimmiemark2135]

Great information, i'm from Houston and you guys are very informative.....

[@goldenheart751]

Hey guys. I really appreciate your videos. I need to learn a lot about repatriation. Will it be wise for a 59 y/o woman to do it by herself? 😭

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Yes, absolutely!! You can totally do it ❤️️ (especially if you been doin you all along). Besides, you will love it ❤️️ 💛 💚 !

[@goldenheart751]

@@ExpatLifeGhana LMAO. Now, that was a great answer. 🤣😂🤣

[@autobotdiva9268]

what else you have to do? go be happy!

[@orangemoonglows2692]

there's a channel blackberrybeautyacademy by a black american woman in her 50s who relocated to ghana. she posts stuff almost daily.

[@narteytakitey]

One thing in Ghana, when you live in a community make sure you interact with everyone because everyone looks out for each other

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You've got that right @Nartey takitey! Great comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️!

[@austinhoward299]

Currently awaiting the results of my DNA test from African Ancestry, which I feel is unmatched in its accuracy. I adore South Africa, as I was there for most of 2020, and am considering moving there once I complete my Masters this year. However, I will definitely visit the country of my ancestors, and if it feels right to my spirit; I’ll be there! Thanks for this video, it’s so refreshing hearing from other Black Americans who also feel the way I do about ‘Merica. Much love!

[@garyhouston2679]

Tony looks very much Ghanaian. Lol you guy’s looks very good together. God bless you all.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

😊 thank you @Gary Houston - and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@MsOtema]

Agree, he really looks like several Ghanaians.

[@janicesorhaindo2990]

Loll he definitely does and his humility is infectious

[@jbmmpro1]

Definitely a Ghanaian.... Ashanti specifically.

[@missygrando1965]

Your words give me chills because when I tell people this, I get a confused puppy headcock. I used to think being the only black was cool and put my kids in similar situations in their education and was quickly woke up by the ugly side of things. I realized too that I had out a lot on the back burner from my own past because I didn't want to be pulled from the "good" schools. Even now out here is Cyraq, TX where every FB neighborhood group is riddled with hate for blacks because of the lost youth, I hear y'all and get chills.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Daammmnn... Now you got us with chills @Missy Grando! It is hard to accept that the things we talk about aren't just an experience, they are a shared reality for so many. Ghana is calling so many of us. Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@autobotdiva9268]

2020 is the year of all changes. travel, life, relationships and flight changes! lol

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

😂 You got that right @Autobot Diva - We will get there though... thanks for the comment 😊!

[@faisalyakubu1835]

hmmm say again i change my ticket to ghana 3 time already lol faisal from Toronto

[@dejuanbryant858]

Planning my trip now

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Awesome! Hope to see you there soon ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@LyndaDBrownAuthor]

You two are so correct! I'm heading to Rwanda end of this month to check it out!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Lynda D. Brown Author - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@ashedrickmus.5479]

Hello, Thanks for another wonderful informative video. You touched on so many things of concern for me. My brother, you are wearing being hair challenged well- I'm right there with you and loving it! Blessings and peace

[@twowaydatwistedtruckdriva8813]

I recently found your channel and i am glad i did. I have two young boys and this year has been a serious awakening and ready to go to Africa. Im feeling its worth it but my guidance in how is all over the place and its very overwhelming. But hopefully sooner than later we can make that happen. I pray hard it’s sooner...

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Two Way da Twisted Truck Driva - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@MeanJoeGreene1]

Outstanding video once again. Frequent viewer here, 1st time commenter. I can't believe you left our 1 of the greatest reasons to consider Ghana, specifically, or the Motherland in general to relocate to. Ghana, and the Motherland, have some of the most beautiful women on the planet. I'm not just talking about outer beauty either. I'm talking about females who will treat their partner like royalty (even if he's not, and in some cases, even if he doesn't deserve to be treated as such), if you show them even a modest amount of genuine affection. I plan on making my 1st visit in November (this year), and, i'm coming specifically for that reason. Yes, i'm definitely planning to leave the u.s. for some of the exact reasons you mentioned (seriously don't like the direction the country is going in, and like it's past even less), and Ghana is a top contender for my relocation plans. Thanks for another great, well thought out, video!

[@LiniousRHoliday]

Thank y'all for taking about this real topic.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@vaqron - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@silvabakx6396]

The Ving Rhames & Kelly Rowland of Ghana. "America - love it or leave it!". "We are # 1!" We have been hearing these slogans since birth. Stockholm Syndrome is very real throughout the diaspora. Programmed self hate makes the problem exponentially worse. We've been brainwashed about Afrika to the point where there are black folk who dont want anything to do with Afrika or Afrikans smh. My dreadlocks are 2 feet longer than i am tall. Afrika is the only home for me. It's the only place I truly belong. "REPATRIATION" & "Afrika for Afrikans" are my biggest cultural slogans. Stay & die fighting, or relocate & live your best life. Choices........ consequences........

[@BigDaddy4Real]

That was a really excellent discussion and very valid points. I understand many of them since I've started traveling to other continents recently. Thank you and please keep up the great work! Maybe I'll get a chance to see you in Africa when I start traveling to that continent hopefully early next year.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Jamil Walden -See you there and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@BigDaddy4Real]

@@ExpatLifeGhana I just talked to a Chicago friend who gave me the number to a Chief nomo out of Chicago and he’s going to help me make arrangements to come to Ghana. I just got off the phone with him after I saw your message! Starting to look like destiny!

[@lowlandprophets7831]

Thanks for sharing 💯🙌🏾

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You bet. Hope it helps (or, if not, at least entertained) 😉!

[@startpage717]

Agree. It is getting tiring and to still fight for things that my grandparents had to fight...and it only changes its stripes but it is still the same issues.Yes. You are always being watched.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Start Page -Excellent points and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@garyhouston2679]

I’m also preparing to finally relocate bck to Ghana. At any rate, I recognized the house in your video clip.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Oh cool @Gary! And will you be moving to that area or another part of Ghana?

[@juiicespeaks]

You are a great team & you compliment each other very well. I enjoyed watching you & I learned a lot. Thank you 🤞🏾♥️✨

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Dear God - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@abby-a]

Yeah I hate how everything is on credit and how the student loan debt is so high

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Abby94 - Right?!? It is insane how we become trapped. Thanks for the comment and adding to the conversation ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@sylviaakinshemoyin7080]

You look so cute Ayo. You tied the scarf so good. Can't wait to see you guys

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Awww... Thank you my darling ❤️️! We will be seeing you soon and believe me when I tell you... we CANNOT wait! Much love

[@DestinationSokeye]

Ayo what country are you from

[@mikelantern148]

"I think you're always being watched... You are!" 😅😅😅 If I may add to the dress code, there are dress codes with school kids as well in Ghana. However, some students are given preferential treatments based on reason for having such hair, parents status, etc etc. Yep, foreign students are usually given preferential treatments vs locals. Also, most private schools in Ghana allow students to wear their hair so long as it's well kept and/or trimmed.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@kaaba92]

Another awesome video thank you. You guys are so inspirational 😃👍🏾💯

[@thehouseofrichard7751]

We are probably going to be right behind you guys.

[@arlenagreenwood-stevenson8748]

Well, I hope that you guys vote before you leave us in this mess! And, I wish your family the best on your new journey!😌😃

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You've got that right @Arlena Greenwood-stevenson! Getting that VOTE in!! Thanks for commenting ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️!

[@Crob100]

Black people have been voting for years yet as a group our situation has remained relatively the same. Like she said in the video, black ppl have been fighting for equality for years. Same conversations generation after generation.

[@drwraith6707]

You guys don't disappoint. ❤️ You

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Wraith - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@jill_C-ArukahattheWell]

This speaks so close to home. Passed over in corporate America after working hard and feeling the need to assimilate based on wearing weaves etc. If I had a job opportunity I think I would go

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Divinely Awakened - Love that this spoke to you too! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@multifacetedshaye6657]

I get the impression that you are educated or have skills. Take what you have and create jobs Sis's😉 You will not be pass over that way.

[@jill_C-ArukahattheWell]

@@multifacetedshaye6657Thank you! I am definitely praying about it. I have experience in commercial property management

[@equitablehealthcare-drnatashak]

You can go into real estate, but there are so many opportunities. You have so many options. Free your mind to the infinite possibilities of Africa. Namaste.

[@karleinegraham8682]

I find your video spoke to me. My late Uncle, who first worked as a farm laborer in America, warned me "about owing your soul to the company store." The farmer would house the laborers in rudimentary accomodations, paid by the laborer, and also the laborers purchase goods from the farmers' store. At the end of the week, there is little left for the worker. This credit system now permeates the whole economy. Another is the African who is educated at the African country's expense and then leaves for the USA. He/She now competes with the American graduate who has thousands of dollars in student debt. It is a brain drain for Africa from which America benefits. However, it is unfair to the American graduate and the American students because the schools in some neighborhoods have no incentive to improve. There is the perpetual underclass who have to compete with unskilled immigrants for low paying job. I would like to visit Ghana because I was told that is where my people originate and to honor the spirits of Kwame Nkrumah and Marcus Mosiah Garvey

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Absolutely @Karleine Graham - What your uncle sad was right- Love that analogy! And Ghana is calling you home ❤️️ 💛 💚

[@Emanuelthesinger]

Love this video. .. I'm so with you. .. I'm in the UK and I'm tired of this system that is clearly not catered for the everyday person but the elites . And institutional racism is a reality ... I've had enough. .. my thoughts are on Gambia. .. but I'm open to other options but it must be Africa

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@ECMFAM -Totally understand where you are coming from and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@joeachie4676]

I have to get my BLACK STARS jersey.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Whoop, whoop @Joe Achie & Thanks ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@layd1961]

My parents moved us out of Cincinnati because of the violence. We moved to a white area of Ky. Best move we ever made. Never got cracked over the head by no white folks. Later after studying "status anxiety" I knocked the chip off my own shoulder and rejected the political and media exploitation of black folks feelings. I see a lot of folks have become mind readers. Always knowing what white people be thinking. Truth is a lot of this "racism" is in you all's heads. And how many times I here folks come back from the hospital talking about how good all those white folks took care of them.

[@SHAWNA499]

I agree with you

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@D Bug - You have fully accepted the colonized mindset. You moved to a white area not a diverse area... Good luck with that and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@SHAWNA499]

Thank you.someone had to say it

[@joyblackmon4771]

Smdh...damn shame...

[@layd1961]

@@ExpatLifeGhana I know what it's like to suffer at the hands of black folks and I know what its like to live in peace. Our piano tuner is a brother moved down here from Louisville and loves it. A lot of us just learned that people are people and they are good and bad in all groups. But like I said a lot of mind readers wanting to pigeon hole every body that don't think like them.

[@Jabulani926]

6 years and I will be moving to Africa. I cant wait. Its going to be a LONG 6 years

[@kingtroygh2788]

This was amazing... we are waiting for you guyz..0

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@KING TROY GH - See you soon and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@isaiahkenny3544]

Love your videos inspires me to step my game up and wanna go back home

[@cantech8125]

Hey beautiful couple, I love what you do. I am inspired by your words. Keep doing what you are doing and stay blessed.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@LeLough22]

My wife and are planning to retire in Colombia. The weather in Medellin is very attractive to me.

[@shermanelewis9897]

My husband and I live in California but fell in love with Ghana and will be moving permanently 2024. We spend significant time in Ghana and find a level of peace not experienced in the U.S. It's not a perfect place, just peaceful.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Shermane Lewis - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@wesleywitherspoon9717]

If Trump wins in 2024, I am leaving.

[@kojoa7022]

Bro, u right 💪 To me, Ghana is the closest country to the center of the world than any other. This is true using the Equator and the Greenwich meridian.

[@truthhappiness8874]

...right able to Live, Breathe and exist without fear, #Wow, 😓

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@C. M. Morton - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@marteionthenet8234]

There's a sense in which this is none of my business, yet I do hv an opinion, just b'cos I'm a sorry ass native on a pension and with an opinion. I'm happy for you that you've found a domain in which you're able to redefine yourself without having to address the noise of racism concurrently. I'm delighted that you're promoting this domain to fellow African Americans for that and other reasons. As you're well aware yourself Tony, your forebears pd a very steep price to create a major portion of the capital on which the US economic system is built. I'm happy to see that you continue to hold the heritage your ancestors left you in the entity called the US dear and therefore, you maintain your US citizenship, even if for now, you must seek sanctuary elsewhere. A good part of that country is yours by ancestry. DON'T SURRENDER IT, ever. That requires that you examine the tax regime in the sanctuary, Ghana, if you remain tax liable in the US (not so in delightful Canada). It just may be that you have to start a conversation with GoG to restructure the tax regime to specifically address double taxation in your global obligations. It'll then be the responsibility of GoG to take it up with the US govt and enter into an appropriate double taxation agreement, a goal which is more easily accomplished with your help in lobbying the African American caucus in the US Congress & Senate. I frankly don't know what the state of the law is currently, but what do I know? I'm just a sorry ass native on a pension and with an attitude. 😜😛😁😆😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@BorgafouTv]

I really like your videos. I giggle a lot . Very informative

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Awesome- Welcome to the channel ❤️️!

[@foreverstylish6478]

I wonder what America would be like if even 1/2 of the AA’s left. Maybe then the American system would treat us right. Anyway, I’ve been doing research because I find myself starting to hate it here.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Forever Stylish - Fashion Over 50 - I feel you and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@CottonForTheSoul]

This is another awesome video! On the reasons to leave? ANSWER: All of the above. It's not only the U.S.A, it's pretty much all the West in general, whether it racism, colorism, black-crab mentality, or the heavy influence or the residual effect of all the above. Africa is the future. I just need you guys to convince my wife to leave the U.S and I'll be in Ghana before the year end.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Cotton ForTheSoul -See you there and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@samuelofosuhene6629]

You guys look great together..... Good luck in all you do.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Aww... @Samuel Ofosuhene - Thanks for the love ❤️️!

[@thebesetshaba6203]

Brother Tony I’m from Texas and would like to make that move. Is there a way I can speak with via email

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Here is the link to our closed Facebook group for expats planning to move to Ghana & those already there (facebook.com/groups/350881975912888)👍🏽🇬🇭❤️. Or you can message us through FB facebook.com/Expat-Life-Ghana-104312118005115. Talk with you soon!

[@thelmarafferty7890]

You mentioned owning your house ...I have looked into to this and found in most states in Africa they dont allow freehold! Most property is leasehold so than when the lease runs out on the land your house is on means you could or will lose the property as well....is this the case for you?

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Thelma Rafferty - No, we have inherited and were gifted property under a different kind of rule and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@thelmarafferty7890]

@@ExpatLifeGhana Thankyou for replying....I am selling my house here...looked into things (researched) and watching your videos ..the only issues I have is my wee dodos Gismo & Poppy (dogs) with the travelling, my pension not receiving increments (rising in value) and being able to start a little business sewing...otherwise i am sooooo drawn to retiring there...ps contacted a agent already

[@Subliminalmessage78]

“To go to a place and forget that you are black....” 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@alexrooney957]

You’re really repping Ghana🇬🇭🌎🔥

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@Boameooo1000]

Tony is my brother. I will look you up when in Ghana.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You've got that right @Boameooo Business! Thanks for commenting ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️!

[@williamwebbs1952]

Africa is your birth right and Africa will give you a peace of mind

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

You've got that right @William Webbs! Thanks for commenting ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️!

[@garyhouston2679]

Hello Tony and Ayo. Ayo! Pls tell me your dad is Dr. Olu the chiropractor in Tema. My name is Gary I’m a Ghanaian living in Maryland. Dr. is a wonderful man. Pls how do I get in touch with you all?

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Hey @Gary! You can reach out through Facebook and we can connect over there: facebook.com/Expat-Life-Ghana-104312118005115. Thanks for the comment!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Hey Gary! Please reach out to me on Facebook (facebook.com/Expat-Life-Ghana-104312118005115). I have a message for you. TIA!

[@ylstaggs]

I’m definitely moving to Ghana!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Awesome- See you in Ghana soon ❤️️!

[@ciakilledme.5813]

Brent is in the house

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Sup Brent! Good to see you!! Hey, you have not straightened out your account yet? What's up with that?

[@ciakilledme.5813]

@@ExpatLifeGhana just can't find a way to get it back