From Ghana To Botswana: Embracing Cultural Differences!

Join me as I explore the fascinating cultural differences I encountered moving from Ghana to Botswana! In this video, I'll share some cultural shocks, from food and language to social interactions and traditions. Whether it's the unique Setswana greetings, the communal eating habits, social institutions and some fascinating adventures , each experience has enriched my understanding and appreciation of Botswana's rich culture. Tune in to discover how these cultural nuances compare to my Ghanaian roots and what it's like adapting to a new cultural environment. Perfect for anyone curious about African cultures or planning a move across the continent!
00:00 Introduction
01:01 Overview
02:10 Greetings
04:25 Accepting Gifts
06:23 Use of the left hand
08:56 Social Gathering dressing
12:36 Woman chief in Botswana
14:22 How to settle misunderstanding
16:44 Discrimination in Botswana?
19:05 The police service in Botswana
20:20 Bribery and corruption
22:20 Forming a cue in Botswana
23:48 Time consciousness ?
24:43 Political Leaders
26:09 Final words

[@loratotv4960]

Buy us a coffee by tapping the link: ko-fi.com/cantony72521

[@AlbertMothibi]

Great

[@lesegogaebeeyn4005]

Not a Motswana but Motswana, and you never get tired of greeting..

[@frontstreettea]

Veronica is lovely, thank you!

[@capsuletalk2023]

She did well

[@loratotv4960]

Thanks for your lovely words.

[@davidaddo5753]

Very lovely to hear from or watched you from UK 🇬🇧, I'm a Ghanaian once lived in Botswana before from 1998 - 2001 in Leathkeng near Francetown, very lovely country to be.

[@loratotv4960]

Wow! Thanks for sharing your experiences with us. Botswana is really a wonderful country.

[@loratotv4960]

Don't forget to subscribe to our channel to support the project. All the best in UK

[@simplifyingconceptstutors]

I love this

[@loratotv4960]

Thanks Boss!

[@New.Horizon5]

Loving the culture of Botswana. ❤

[@loratotv4960]

Thanks for sharing ☺

[@New.Horizon5]

@@loratotv4960 You are welcome

[@mattkirby7071]

Thank you both for answering my question.♥ Can't wait to enter Botswana as soon as possible.

[@loratotv4960]

You are welcome.

[@simplifyingconceptstutors]

My questions sir have not been answered though 😄

[@davidaddo5753]

Very well my guy, I wish you can host Such a program in Ghana to educated our leaders how to live a sample life be honest, I once live in Botswana and due to their laws system works nobody above the law weather politicians or police officers

[@loratotv4960]

I will be doing that in Ghana for sure. Thanks very much!

[@blackdotfamily7535]

Same like Ghana, i wonder he is not saying... time dont work in ghana and as well believe there is no hurry in life

[@ThomsoyaWires-mb3wk]

I love Botswana culture.

[@loratotv4960]

Thanks ☺

[@mohammedanane92]

Greetings is the same in Ghana

[@loratotv4960]

You are right ooo...but for us here, we can great oo 😂

[@kwesidiamonds8242]

I have been in Francis Town and have lots of Motswana friends

[@loratotv4960]

Wow! Thanks very much for sharing with us Much love

[@kwesidiamonds8242]

Oh yes I have lots of them here in Ireland, There is never a day I don't have encounter with Motswana . And funny enough am from Ghana too.

[@loratotv4960]

@@kwesidiamonds8242 It's great to hear about your experiences with our people in Ireland,. It must be fascinating to relate with your other families from Botswana. All the best, Bro.

[@GeraldineMonica-dk4hb]

Botswana and S.A people have similar accent . I hardly notice the difference.😀

[@loratotv4960]

Okay

[@loratotv4960]

Insightful! Thanks for your comment.

[@BonganiMagadu]

Liar the accents aren't similar 🙄🙄

[@GeraldineMonica-dk4hb]

@@BonganiMagadu For me ZIm,Botswana, S.A i hardly notice their accent difference . How do i become a liar. I am not from the southern part of Africa.So just understand

[@vebrainlight]

​@@BonganiMagadu they are dummy... there are literally 5 million batswana in SA , they speak the same.. stupid!

[@lesegogaebeeyn4005]

Maybe I should retire in Bots you know

[@loratotv4960]

Why 😄?

[@kabzaify]

Why can't people stay in their own countries

[@loratotv4960]

People often migrate from their home countries due to a variety of compelling reasons. These can include seeking better economic opportunities, escaping conflict or persecution, reuniting with family, or responding to environmental challenges. It's important to understand that migration is often driven by a combination of push factors, which force individuals to leave their home country, and pull factors, which attract them to a new country. This complex phenomenon reflects deeper global inequalities and challenges that require compassionate, informed, and cooperative responses at both international and local levels.

[@aryeemeg7617]

​@@loratotv4960You just gave a whole lecture in Sociology and Geography 😊

[@loratotv4960]

@@aryeemeg7617 You see nowww 😂...thanks dearest

[@lesegogaebeeyn4005]

We are children of the universe. Who are you to dictate?