Inside Ghana's GOLD mining 🇬🇭 |S7E55|

In this episode, I am making my way to Lake Bosomtwe in Ghana, but on my way there, I ride through the biggest gold mining district of the country. The scale of the gold mining operations is beyond words and both means the livelihood for millions of people, as well as an ecological disaster.
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[@56Spookdog]

The time, effort and research you put into to your videos never fails to deliver quality content.

[@patienceofosu209]

what she heard like the baby's crying in the jungle wasn't a hyrax, its probably a BUSYBABY (galago)

[@juliamroz5087]

Yes! I love her videos for that 👍

[@cobwebtheorem7538]

I second you. I'm absolutely in awe as to how Noraly researches these fascinating places.

[@albertwillson5408]

you have to visit volta region keta beautiful beach with lake

[@chirrischirrisng4532]

@juliabroz I NEED YOU SHE'S A LADY I FEEL YOU I LOVE YOU MY LOVE DARLING

[@Driz2busy]

I am a Ghanaian 🇬🇭, and I'm so happy to see my country on this marvellous channel ❤

[@pamelamechling8647]

❤❤❤

[@YouStillNeedToSleep]

They are checking to come steal your gold. Ojimi jimi

[@GHVybezTV]

@@YouStillNeedToSleepKyeres3 mo de3 bebiaa mode gyimii no ko. Kwasea your leaders are rather sending it to them . When can we appreciate something without always thinking negative , Kwasea to

[@seyijoseph3388]

Ghana is mid

[@yussufhaji460]

I am shock to see most of the roads in west africa are dirt roads despite natural resources. Can't believe it. I believe corruption is the order of the day.

[@glorisol3805]

These videos deserve an award, they are high-quality, they got great images, the content is amazing, the drone shots are breathtaking, the music goes perfectly, the narrative and dialogues with the locals are interesting, and Noraly is a true adventurer full of talent and knowledge. I give it 5 stars!!! ❤

[@raidermanuk]

Perfect description!

[@Simon-sh7jf]

I'm simply in love with this lady. She's so daring and adventurous!❤❤❤ I'm inspired by the strength of her courage. I wish I could learn about the cameras and the combination of other gadgets she used. Well done! 👏 👏 👏

[@lul3jon]

It is evident from Noraly’s commentary that she does a lot of background research on the places she visits. This makes her presentations far more informative and superior than many a blogger out there. The little tidbits of information on cultural practices and beliefs couched in a respectful tone elevate the entire narrative making it even more engaging. Noraly can consider herself an educator, and for that we are grateful.

[@lucindavillarreal2676]

Yes indeed!!

[@MotoVenturer]

Considering the frequency of her posts, this is all the more amazing she finds the time to complete this research!

[@Marcus.91]

💯

[@BT3-Aali]

Hello from Pakistan. Lived 4 years in Ghana. It was the most beautiful and memorable time of my life. Love and miss my Ghanian friends❤. Thanks for your beautiful videos.

[@tr7426]

👍

[@Swormy097]

Thank you brother. I'm from Ghana too. Jazakal laah

[@themoorking]

Same here bro! Moroccan Swede lived and worked in Gold Recovery ecological way. 2017. I LOVE THE BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE OF GHANA

[@nandusuresh2238]

​​@@Swormy097bro anyway to enter into gold business

[@AkramIssahaku]

What was your fav food?

[@millenniumyears1000]

Without a doubt you were very happy in Ghana 🇬🇭 than most previous African countries you visited. Reserve a vacation to our tourist sites, WE LOVE YOU 😍🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭

[@dianne5237]

Love the history lessons with each journey you make. Hope you know how appreciative we are ❤

[@patienceofosu209]

what she heard like the baby's crying in the jungle wasn't a hyrax, its probably a BUSYBABY (galapo)

[@charlesbarnett2724]

Hear hear 👏 ❤

[@Chainbreak2023]

Ghana is a safe country. The people are very friendly. I loved them❤

[@ShefiuGarba]

Friendly kee? I’m a Nigeria Ghanaian are never friendly maybe to foreigners 😏

[@Will-xe6kr]

@@ShefiuGarba I'm from Zambia an have lived in Ghana for a while and I can say you're definitely wrong. Everybody but most of you Nigerians make these claims of how bad Ghanaians are. You're just making your hate evident to the world smh

[@ragweed3524]

Ghana has certainly been interesting and beautiful. Thank you for sharing and explaining the gold mining history and the story behind the naming of the lake. Always multitasking Noraly...she’s just too cool!

[@patienceofosu209]

what she heard like the baby's crying in the jungle wasn't a hyrax, its probably a BUSYBABY (galago)

[@generalmajor3289]

I miss swimming in Lake Bosomtwe. Enjoy Ghana, the land that welcomes everyone with smiles. ❤❤ 🇬🇭

[@Moon-facts]

Are you sure?

[@libbyvalley]

Unbelievable what's happening in Ghana with the gold & mercury. The spectacular drone footage really shows the devastating results. Always learning from Noraly. Living Life to the fullest. Much love for everyone. 😊👍🏆✨☀️💦

[@Bgdutch77]

Al the ponds had a weird collor indeed. Not to speak about Colombia and their toxic used to produce cocaïne, the whole world…..

[@kevinsyd2012]

Mercury itself is not a problem, but mercury vapor is. The miners mix the gold ore with mercury to form an alloy and this is then heated to burn off the mercury to leave pure gold. It is this burning-off process that releases toxic mercury vapour. In fact Milliners (hat makers) used mercury to soften animal skin pelts, and they were slowly poisoned by the neurological toxicity of mercury. Hence the expression 'as mad as a hatter' and the Mad Hatter of Alice in Wonderland fame.

[@liamatsutv]

Ghana is the most beautiful country in the world, and Ghanaians the finest people of all! ❤

[@MKOMTV]

When are u coming to Ghana

[@liamatsutv]

@@MKOMTV who? Me, or Noraly?

[@MKOMTV]

@@liamatsutv yhhh

[@liamatsutv]

@@MKOMTVI'm confused 🫤

[@OmarKhing3826]

@@liamatsutv Yes he is referring to you please 😅

[@mouse-junkie]

Thank you for visiting Ghana. My father taught modern farming methods in Ghana in the 1970s, as part of an effort by our State Department to make the country more self-sufficient. I wanted to visit him there but it didn't work out. Your videos are the next best thing. Thank you.

[@patienceofosu209]

what she heard like the baby's crying in the jungle wasn't a hyrax, its probably a BUSYBABY (galapo)

[@uniqueanartist6792]

You inspired me to learn how to ride a motorcycle. Within a year I got my motorcycle license in NY and started with a dualsport. Thank you!! You inspired me to drive to CA from NYC for my big move. I plan on driving across the world on a motorcycle like you in the future. Thank you!!! Salute to everyone involved. Shout out to the fearless people who drive motorcycles as well!

[@anasexclusive431]

Will you teach me how to drive please?

[@DianeGleason-tc9zd]

Noraly your cinematography and editing skills have increased to an epic level of perfection...WELL DONE !

[@jaykb6587]

Once she added drone shots... Hollywood producers could take lessons from her! ❤

[@DianeGleason-tc9zd]

She is certainly ready for PRIME TIME!@@jaykb6587

[@patienceofosu209]

what she heard like the baby's crying in the jungle wasn't a hyrax, its probably a BUSYBABY (galago)

[@frankwehowsky5058]

Absolutely agreed 💯% ‼️ 🫶👏👍👏👍👍

[@LeafBurrower]

I'm a former documentary film editor/producer, worked in the industry for 25 yrs. I'm astonished at Noraly's all-round ability--camera, editing, sound, but above all simple and persuasive story telling--all self-taught. I can't begin to explain to everyone how she has a really commanding grip of all these skills, and I imagine she doesn't even really know it. Of course all her subscribers are already aware of it because they enjoy it week in and week out. The audio quality and balance (so often not understood by KZbin warriors) is spot on, and her facility with film language, narrative, etc. The only thing I find a bit tiresome sometimes is the music (sorry folks, I've given a lot of notes on these things) but inevitably she has a relatively limited library available to her because she's permanently on the move. If she ever runs out of road she can definitely turn this into a solid career as a filmmaker, though I know she's a one-woman army and she might get frustrated by the all the management required for even a small crew--but overall I think she'd enjoy the endless education of working with top-level professionals. There must be commissioning editors at the European public networks who'd love to work with you, Noraly, surely there must be producers who are already aware of your work. I'm telling you, you're a cut above, girl.

[@FarhanWiizi]

One day I will be there insha Allah. Much love Ghana❤ from Djibouti 🇩🇯

[@Swormy097]

Maa Shaa Allah Love you too brother❤

[@odeefuoboah]

You're welcome dear

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

A beautiful jungle ride and nice people along the way! Seeing the aerial views of strip mining for gold reminds me of how coal was once mined in our area! The lake is wonderful! So peaceful! Thanks for another day of your adventure. Ride safe Noraly!

[@patienceofosu209]

what she heard like the baby's crying in the jungle wasn't a hyrax, its probably a BUSYBABY (galapo)

[@d1zguy864]

Ghana would be my first african country too visit for sure. Have lots of ghanaian friends and they are very cool

[@klaw1425]

@@d1zguy864 may Almighty Allah bless you abundantly amen and make it easy for you to visit the mother land amen 🙏

[@robgreen2747]

There it is again.. This happens to me not infrequently. I'm done watching an episode, and it occurs to me the video is not some network production. Noraly is one person, travelling, creating, editing, and sharing the world with the world. I have no words to describe what this one person is accomplishing.

[@jericlarke3809]

How DID you paddle a canoe with One hand and hold your camera in the other????? Now THAT’S multitasking. Way to go Noraly 😁. What a lovely lake.

[@thomasjoseph4718]

I live in North West London next door to a house belonging to the Ghana High Commission. It houses its staff and people visiting there. I have met a lot of Ghanaian people over the years. They are usualyy passing through and only stay for a few months. Now thanks to another excellent video I know a bit about Ghana and will talk to them about it. I love the name of the lake - Bosomtwe. Thanks, Noraly - I am looking forward the next stage in your journey. I enjoy these videos as much as anything I watch on any media..

[@Valcour]

1.75 million followers is not enough. You're vlogs should be required watching by all school districts in the world. So informative and visually educational. More interesting than any documentary I've seen and all with a crew of 1. Very low area impact compared to masses of crew members and all of their equipment. Love you, Noraly! Stay safe!

[@Valcour]

Just a thought, you could run your drone shots(along with some captioning) as KZbin shorts. I think that would boost your subscribers and your checks...$$$$$

[@kevindelaney1951]

Riding through Ghana & it’s lush warm green country side on a motorbike called… Alaska, continues to bring a smile to my face. The night jungle sounds you mentioned at the opening of this video & gave us a small sample of combined with the peaceful canoe ride at the end was a very beautiful capture of what you’re experiencing. The challenge of extracting resources from the land in a non destructive way is a global issue. You’ve shown us that through your North American rides as well as your African rides. Thanks for another great video. Looking forward to your next post.

[@Bubunkumar23]

Hats off to you for bringing the entire world for us.. it really feels like I am at Ghana now

[@marklee7458]

I love Ghana, nice to see you pass through Ghana,, thank you in Ghanaian language (Me da se). I’ve visited all the gold sites in Ghana, GFGL, newmont, damang, ect ect..

[@dennisowusu82]

Nice to know u like Ghana ..

[@ucangeorge]

You're always warmly welcome, Sir ❤

[@sashasmith6307]

He is warmly welcome to come continue to steal your gold abi? These are the problems of why Africa cannot move forward

[@jasonzerbini2375]

I mustn't be the only one who wished they could give Noraly a big hug after watching her videos. We can write words but it seems not enough. I think of it all the time because I have so much gratitude and admiration for the enjoyment, education, and life examples she brings us every week. Thank you so much Noraly. Peace! ❤❤❤

[@ragweed3524]

Sometimes, I think she would welcome a hug if we could give it to her.

[@christinegreen7120]

I've been in the mining game all my working life of >40years. I'm no tree hugger but I have to admit seeing the countryside in Ghana spoiled by unregulated mining activity is very sad. And I am surprised to learn that Ghana produces more gold than South Africa. Another great video - many thanks for your efforts.

[@KingofgraceSARA]

Ghana was named the Gold Coast!

[@janvollgod7221]

like everywhere in Africa, you have Diamonds, Gold, rare earths, Cobalt and many other precious mineral resources. Still the people are unbelievably poor and live in horrible condition, without electricity, fresh and clean water, medical support. And now the people from the west countries come to Africa and point fingers on those who use mercury to wash out the gold. Interesting that those complaints come out of countries which blatantly rob the people of Africa of their resources. Who's licenses are this? Who has the rights to dig gold and diamonds, who's mines are these? Why is the village, which exports several millions worth of diamonds in one year, still have no electricity? Africa must unite, there are so much wrong, so many things must be fixed and first those colonial Thiefs must be expelled from the country. The French were first, others must follow. All the goods that mother Africa has to offer, must be first for the fantastic people of Africa. The Profit must stay in the country.

[@zweispurmopped]

What would I do without my regular dose of Itchy Boots? 🥴 It's the beauty of the places and the people, it's the presentation and editing and so, so much on the presenterette that these videos are so soothing and entertaining and simply everything that's good. 🤷‍♂🤗😍

[@BikingChap]

Incredible that you research, film and edit all this on the road and make it look so effortless to boot. Thank you for the continued, amazing, content!

[@hallatuuli]

Water surrounded by mountains, what a spectacular place you found once again! Stay safe Noraly!

[@johnfishingclown6415]

Another incredible view of the land in Ghana, your travels through Africa have been indeed an adventure. safe travels, can't wait for the next leg of your journey. Thank you Noraly!

[@sergenaggiar9683]

I am literally ‘itching’ for you to cross the 2million subscribers milestone. Won’t be long now.The world absolutely needs to have someone like you riding elegantly and fearlessly through while blazing a path. You bring joy to all who get to ride with you. Much respect & affection. 👌

[@KennethTutuDonkor]

Hard girl, even some Ghanaians will never go boat touring alone, you're a brave woman

[@waterboxer87]

One of the many reasons I enjoy your channel is your stature as a university trained geologist. When you discuss the environmental ravages of the Ghanians small-scale mining, your provide vivid, accurate, and appalling description. Deforestation and mercury pollution extract a terrible toll on the country and its people.

[@armandbourque2468]

Amazon, and c america, too.

[@seayak]

Another brilliant lesson in history, geography and socioeconomics from professor Noraly. I am sure that very few of my lectures are half as engaging as yours. And you pack more adventure into each episode than most of us manage in a year!

[@FnLn55]

"Still not sick of these jungle rides." 🙂👍👍 Stay happy, strong and safe!

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

Lol…. I don’t think Noraly will ever be tired of her jungle adventures! 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@mattb4640]

I love how the people in Ghana just jump out of their seats to assist Noraly with directions, road conditions, etc.

[@bridgetedwardslivelifefully]

Great drone footage. Pity gold mining has wrecked that once pristine environment. $3 a day is hardly a pay off if mercury is destroying everything. Such tragic consequences 😢 Appreciate your informed perspective Noraly 🙏

[@patienceofosu209]

what she heard like the baby's crying in the jungle wasn't a hyrax, its probably a BUSYBABY (galapo)

[@gaminiediri]

Thank you for this comment here. What you point out is very similar to what went through my mind, too. And, Ghana is one of the major gold producing countries in the world and it is a small country. But, look at the conditions of the country the people go through there.

[@SueB369]

That is disgusting how the money from the gold won't help the People and fix the Infrastructure (Roads) ! 🤔

[@jfv65]

​@@SueB369the situation is much the same, maybe worse in Niger (gold and uranium mining) Only 6% of the proceeds go toward the economy of Niger. The big money is made by the French. There are many more countries in Africa in the same situation: exploitation for raw materials.

[@dcpack]

Okay, now what? You most likely live in an area that once was a "pristine environment". So do you expect other people not to take the steps available to them for improving their existence? Tragic , is it?

[@tenajnodmot]

Your editing skills are superb. You have a perfect choice of music every time to suit every scene. You are a star.❤❤

[@robertupchurch8088]

On a motorcycle tour In Zimbabwe the first night we stayed in a primitive lodge on a bluff above a village. The first time I heard a hyrax screech was near dawn, I thought a leopard had snatched a baby from the village. I looked down into the village, no one seemed concerned. It’s amazing that such a chilling and loud sound came from such a small animal.

[@rztrzt]

I've been bitten by a hyrax as a kid feeding them peanut brittle, they have very sharp chompers, almost like chisels.

[@bpro3396]

Haha!

[@devonshire56]

Noraly, you always add so much more than just scenery to your videos and believe me it is much appreciated by those who follow your adventures.

[@Andrewpc2023]

Afternoon Noraly, once again we are all so grateful for your ability to share your world with us all. Ghana, the Ashanti people, the informal miners, spectacular scenery, $3 per day ave income! So much to learn. You are a star💕💕

[@Free_FromLegalTyranny]

Can’t say enough how much your videos are appreciated and how gracious you are with the local people encountered. Hats 🧢 off - much respect ✊

[@Graeme408]

With almost 300 comments I don’t stand a chance of getting read but I know how important likes and comments are to your engagement. I started watching you in India and followed you for every mile. I am insanely curious and you help fill knowledge gaps about everything from geology, geography, demographics, economics, balance, courage and diplomacy. I hope girls everywhere get a chance to see you regularly. What a perfect lesson plan for students of a particular area of the world. Brava!

[@richardgiles2484]

It is so sad to see this damage to the planet and the harm it does to the local people 😢

[@etiennebarnard8408]

The hyrax is actually not a rodent at all, rather it is related to a group of animals including elephants and aardvarks. Strange as it seems. Keep up the good work. I love your videos.

[@podunkcitizen2562]

I love Hydrox, they're delicious. I love them almost as much as Oreos. Oh, hyrax. Well that's not the same at all. Nevermind.

[@11ms62]

@@podunkcitizen2562😂😂

[@patienceofosu209]

what she heard like the baby's crying in the jungle wasn't a hyrax, its probably a BUSYBABY (galapo)

[@alanfoster6589]

Hi, rax.@@podunkcitizen2562

[@MrRobin61]

Ik heb zo'n beetje alle video's nu gezien en dan denk ik ..... soms moet je toch wel in vreselijke onderkomens terecht komen , en eten , is dat altijd wel even goed , de levensstandaard is in de velen landen die je bezoekt ook heel anders en anders eisend , heb je wel eens iets verkeerds gegeten ? en dan veiligheid , je blijft een vrouw , maak je wel eens wat naars mee ?

[@nynex9219]

Ghana is a gem in west Africa, i was there in1978 no words could describe how beautiful was the country. most importantly no problem communicated with local people in English

[@kwasiappiah6992]

Wow!! thats such a long time ago. I was born in Ghana in 1992. Mum was born in 78. Ghana has seen its fair share of ups and downs as a developing country. We will get there sooner or later but glad to hear speak highly of my country.

[@patienceofosu209]

what she heard like the baby's crying in the jungle wasn't a hyrax, its probably a BUSYBABY (galapo)

[@alexiboat2009]

@@tobia5267 no worries, Ghana is the most safest country in Africa

[@mra5584]

​@@tobia5267very safe have visited there 3 times no problems

[@foxlake6750]

Looks safer than Chicago 😂

[@Anna8262]

Second time I watch Miss Itchy Boots driving Alaska trough African countrys. 😊 🌍 It feels like a mix of a documentary, a travelling show and her personal view of countries. I like that originality! 👍🏽 ☺️ 🌳 ☮️ 🧡

[@kaizen2049]

Our friendly Geologist Noraly has made an appearance for us once again!!

[@alexkubenko5077]

Hi, I worked in Elmina Ghana twenty five years ago. Good people, great memories. But it is really sad to see that not much changed over a quarter of a century. The good thing is, that is is still peaceful country with huge history. Thanks Itchy Boots for a trip down the memory lane:-))) Cheers from Down Under:-)

[@ncba]

Nice, from encounters with local traditions to the thrill of exploration, this series captures the essence of adventure and discovery in one of West Africa's most enchanting destinations

[@patienceofosu209]

what she heard like the baby's crying in the jungle wasn't a hyrax, its probably a BUSYBABY (galapo)

[@SueB369]

That's disgusting how they can't even use that gold money for helping the people and fixing their infrastructure ( ROADS) !!!! 🤔

[@MamboCalvin]

This always happens in African most countries only the Rich survive the poor suffers the Gold money goes to the Rich am from Kenya 🇰🇪 anyway...

[@LennieMuriithi]

Tour and travel school exam. TEACHER: What do you call a traveller who speaks multiple languages? STUDENT: Noraly.

[@SpooksFPV]

Not sure if this is just a 'Me' thing but whenever Noraly passed somebody on the road, I instinctually nod at them, from here, sat on my sofa....😂

[@jasonzerbini2375]

Na not just you. I've waved at people when they pass. Her videos drawn one in deep....like you are there. Peace!

[@JaneWellnessWarrior]

I do same too, unintentionally

[@nomoreblahblah]

What a blast it must have been riding down the mountain to the lake. The views were beautiful and the small dirt road was steep and challenging. Then to end up staying on/near the lake in such a beautiful area, it must have felt like you were in a part of heaven. Very good aerial filming/editing and episode.

[@rafaeladhemar5263]

Such a destruction to extract a metal that ends up making gold bars in a locked basement is RIDICULOUS !! The "patrón" can, and MUST be changed for "vital" concepts. Like ENERGY and FOOD. From there, everything gets easier !!!. 💪🏻💙🙏

[@bahdboy4858]

Ghana is a beautiful country, lots of greens Looking forward to the Nigerian episodes🇳🇬🇳🇬

[@patienceofosu209]

what she heard like the baby's crying in the jungle wasn't a hyrax, its probably a BUSYBABY (galago)

[@wildmanmike100]

She's not coming. Lol.

[@bahdboy4858]

@@wildmanmike100 I think she is, she’s going through Togo Benin and Nigeria

[@sidneystephenson8749]

I've just discovered your channel. and think your doing a grand job, as a Ghanaian, I'm so proud you've shown the beauty of this wonderful country. Much love to you.

[@richardvervoorn6626]

As always an informative little trek, Noraly. Your videos are more than ‘time wasters’. Because of the research you have done at what seems like EVERY stop you make, my interest is peaked. I find the details of these locations educational and informative. Surely I will never find a more complete and fact filled travelling companion. You’re a true Legend, Noraly. Stay safe and well!!…❤❤❤❤Rick

[@Martin-oz6lr]

I don't know how you keep the show on the road. It must be exhausting.

[@jaynetabb208]

What a peaceful ending to a beautiful ride day. Loved the adventure of riding through the mining area. $3/day seems unheard of to the American standards. We take so much for granted. Yet I see the helpfulness,smiles, and happiness of the people you've encountered and it makes one ponder on the weight of unnecessary stuff in life. Enjoy the journey and, as always, thanks for taking us along. We'll see you in the next video.

[@justme-dm7sb]

As a child we rolled mercury around on the table. I guess we just don't know what we don't know. If I got sick from it I still don't know. I wonder now where those little liquid balls went.

[@AidaJof]

Thank you Noraly for another oustanding video, just when I think you are running out of road you come up with some hidden jewels like this beautiful looking lake. Sadly, the drone footage while amazing at first glance, it also shows the environmental disaster that gold mining has created. Enjoy your stay at the lake. GO ITCHY BOOTS, GO ... 🏍🏍🏍

[@sheppy101]

The pleasure I get in watching Noraly in her parallel universe of amazing scenery, challenges, and positivity - it's always a real boost to see a new video appear.

[@badreddinstitou]

OUR DOSE OF HAPPINESS!! We're enjoying every single second of every single video of yours! Thank you dear NORALY! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@neilmeiskey5482]

Maybe Honda should invent a floating motorcycle or motorcycle with deployable flotation devices and a propeller for all your water mud hole crossings!

[@calypso4554]

The big companies are also using mercury, not only the poor mining people. It's dirty business for rich people.

[@jayandhis.19cents10]

Itchy boots is always so respectful to the land that she's visiting 😁✌️🙏

[@alanw9677]

It’s so sad to see these countries with such mineral wealth, and yet the population and public utilities are so poor. Government corruption with corporate corruption. Awesome season Noraly 👍🏍🇺🇸

[@alanw9677]

I forgot to mention, if you research the hundreds of places that China is buying around the world in the poorest countries(ie) Africa,S.America)…they are seriously after minerals. They want the”world”!

[@schaeferfilm]

Russians and Chinese are changing that rapidly

[@virgiliustancu9293]

Is not about the government is about EU and US that use them like slaves.

[@yollardayiz]

sömüren devletler yüzünden hep çaldılar çaldılar hiç bir yatırım yapmadan

[@tuforu4]

@@aberba learn RUSSIAN.

[@antonio-urbanculture]

Hi Noraly! Do you realize your positive social impact everywhere you pass by all these places? People you meet will remember your attitude towards them. They will tell others about your words when you met them . Some people you talk to may look at your permanent traveling bike adventure and get inspired to do their other "impossible" adventures that will improve their own lives... Thank you to show us with your humbleness a bit of local reality that only a few in this world have seen !! Godspeed Noraly😎👍

[@jasonzerbini2375]

Noraly has shown us all the effectiveness of a positive, compassionate, and respectful disposition when meeting people. I have changed the way I greet strangers and all people in general because of her. Watching is like attending Itchy Boots University. Peace!

[@wrenchin-n-wheels9482]

You deserve 12 million subscribers!! Thank you for another amazing adventure Noraly!! 🙂

[@MikeHarrison3266]

In countries that produce precious items like diamonds and gold, you could be forgiven if you thought they would be wealthy counties, it never seems to be the case but someone is certainly getting rich. The land is left unusable for anything because of the greed of others, very sad.

[@patienceofosu209]

what she heard like the baby's crying in the jungle wasn't a hyrax, its probably a BUSYBABY (galago)

[@roycejr5749]

It's cos the leaders are greedy

[@jcrawford068]

Very inspiring. Love all the shots, commentary, information, video, drone footage. The complete package. So Iglad I found you. And I love my new Itchy Boots tee shirt!

[@bsmukler]

I love listening to Alaska’s happy, eager little voice. It must make you feel at home and enthusiastic as you set out for each day’s adventures.

[@Mycat68]

So do I...

[@jaykb6587]

But if you really listen, I swear Alaska has taken on a voice as clearly heard as Noraly's. I could almost swear that when Alaska saw that mud, she grumbled, "Oh, NO! Not again!"😮❤

[@pinegreen871]

I thought, "oh no"!, too! But her bike Was fixed properly, and now she's back on to the typically treacherous trails. I'm astounded by this world-wide trek, tho I think I may have a little ptsd from the last few episodes...

[@russsaunders321]

Another high quality video about the people and land of Ghana! Lake Bosomtwe is beautiful. I am enjoying your adventures!

[@petecartwright5211]

You couldn't get any closer to these places unless you were there with her. What great travel video. Every episode filled with natural beauty.

[@ernestdabah5666]

The land of minerals and natural resources but we the people don't know what the leaders are doing with the money. Thanks for your voice and video 📸, for giving the chance to the world 🌎 to see that is going on. Blessed up for teaching on the water problems and land. May the Lord almighty bless you and strengthen you to bring more.., LONG LEAVE GHANA MY COUNTRY.....

[@DavidPatersonPortraits]

Thank you Itchyboots. Another interesting look at our fragile world.

[@gideonokwan3707]

Very insightful. Let's catch up when u visit Ghana again to see the great King of Ashanti.

[@rockinrodlittle]

I’m watching this from a trip to Vancouver Island while I prepare to rent a motorcycle to tour the island. I’m delaying the start of my day because of a 30 percent chance of rain early morning. Meanwhile, Noraly bombs down a mud track in West Africa in a downpour while narrating her video on gold mining in Ghana. What a legend she is.

[@alanfoster6589]

What...rain on Vancouver island?

[@beezul]

@@alanfoster6589 AS we like to say here, "It only rains twice a year on Vancouver Island, the *last* three months of the year, and the *first* three months of the year. The rest of the time it's really nice!"

[@armandbourque2468]

Lol, van isle too! Amazing videos. Lots of depth, info, and so bold and positive. More than a bit of truly good journalists approach.

[@armandbourque2468]

Be grateful. We could be on fire.

[@rockinrodlittle]

@@armandbourque2468 I actually got hit by a pickup truck 2 hours into a wonderful trip. Rental bike is a write off and, thankfully, only a few broken bones for me.

[@daverow49]

Spectacular scenery once more. I must commend you on your riding skill and confidence on the rough tracks. I think you have found a paradise at Lake Bosomtwe. Safe travels.

[@joannszuhay450]

Interesting history regarding gold mining in Ghana. I have to say, I was very concerned about those muddy roads,Noraly! Thank goodness you didn’t get stuck! Thank you for sharing the beautiful jungles and the lake!❤️🙏🇺🇸

[@lucindavillarreal2676]

Yes, now I get nervous when it starts raining and she’s still on that muddy track!

[@davidroberson8030]

And you sure got a lot of comments kiddo, anyway knowing you you probably won't ever see this one I'm just curious if it's ever dry in that place you're cruising through.???

[@SergeyKurdakov]

in previous episodes she explained, that currently is a wet period in west africa and at some point she will have to wait the rains to end

[@lombertomonsivais3327]

Noraly, no te detiene nada, eres una persona con una determinacion de hierro y pese a las complicaciones que te enfrentas en tu viaje siempre le sacas el lado positivo y los enfrentas con una sonrisa. Fue algo gracioso cuando la persona en la motoneta te dijo que era un largo camino para ir al lago, si supiera que has viajado decenas de miles de kilometros, sabria que eso para ti no es nada, pero todo es en funcion de la perspectiva de cada quien. Un abrazo.

[@starboi_3]

I'm a Ghanaian and to be frank I never knew the story behind the name lake Bosomtwe, but she just said it all... 🤦🤷🤷

[@isdiseasehereditary6933]

The bird's eye view with the drone offers such a special and amazing perspective. It's so nice to see that large areas of unspoiled rainforest still exists.

[@phyllisgraham7653]

Thanks so much for showing us the different countries you travel to. Some of us may never get the chance to travel to these places, but by you showing to us on KZbin, it feels like we have actually been there! Thanks again, and be safe!

[@Mr.Boamah.]

Am glad you are enjoying my country 🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭 watching from Accra Ghana 🇬🇭

[@jaimeortega4940]

Sad about the gold mining as those pits are usually contaminated with various chemicals including mercury.

[@Hairnicks]

I see our west African highways haven't improved much, my dad used to drive me down lanes that were so small right through the bush and we would pop out at the other end at a huge open cast diamond mine. Never quite worked out how he got the drag lines and bulldozers there, the draglines were huge, the buckets on them were the size of a house. So love the people you meet, they are so willing to help and advise. The lake was beautiful as was the jungle. You are a real inspiration.

[@SM-mm3kg]

Please that is not Ghana highways…she used the back roads.

[@adrianv.1636]

Gold mining industry polluting the environment sounds familiar, there is a place in Costa Rica called "Crucitas" (very close to Nicaragua) where everyday thousands of people from Nicaragua are entering illegally to destroy and pollute the forest, water, etc... so sad.

[@De5tr0yer]

The commentary about the gold mining situation is very accurate and impressive. Goes to show Norlay really does her research on all the countries.

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

Noraly seems to always share the phenomenal landscape, the great people she encounters, and her aerial photography is just out of this world! 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@oelrizac15]

She IS a geologist as well🎉

[@volneisilva1199]

I was thinking just the same. She indeed does her homework!!!

[@essaysa0808]

No one can take her on for revealing the truth

[@davidobyrne9549]

She worked on a gold mine in Australia so has first hand knowledge of the industry.

[@snafuart]

What a lovely place. The good thing about places being secret to the locals is that they keep them protected by leaving them alone for the most time. 70k people around this lake - imagine how it would look in Europe. So much we can learn from this sort of approach. Stay safe on your lovely journey. Much love from Germany.

[@daveallison6842]

Noraly, U are a person I would like to sit around a camp fire with and hear all the stories, may in life write a book, keep up the excellent journeys .... 😘😘😘

[@williamgamelisenaya793]

Wow,what a ride... This adventure is of epic proportion worthy of an Emmy. Keep being you & you'll get to 2million subscribers soon. Nuff respect Bless Up 🙏🙏 Wow,this is real jungle ride Thanks for allowing us to live our lives vicariously through your lens.

[@motoqueirocometa3096]

Olá 👋 👋 👋 👋 👋 Holandesa bom dia 👍 do Norte do Brasil estado de Tocantins.

[@peterwrench4416]

Hopefully the mercury doesn’t make its way into the lake. What a beautiful spot.

[@KillerSpud]

Those mud puddles just don't seem like a big deal anymore for some reason.

[@AdamForeman]

I have to say that every time I watch your videos, I can't help thinking how lonely it must be not sharing your journey and experiences with someone special. All this adventure, excitement, low times, high times, sad times, hilarious times and yet nobody to hold you tight and tell you how much they love you and make them so very happy and complete.

[@joemartino6976]

Between an abundance of news that tends to be divisive among those who watch it, or, learning about gold mining in Ghana through Noraly's eyes.....I'll take Noraly, please. She is fearless, and always with a friendly smile. (Thank you Noraly.)

[@staremmitor7946]

The little Dutch girl, the mining thousands of years○ NOT in Canada, past fifty years, holes 785,950, one Province's Merriest 🎄🧸🔔