MOVED TO GHANA Q & A | Malaria? Cost? Do I miss Scotland?

[@VanessaKanbi]

Click here for the discount on Rosetta Stone → rosettastone.com/vanessakanbiyt3

[@ameliamartinezcruz7650]

The best language course ever.

[@mickymouse2445]

I love how responsible you are when it comes to the privacy and personal rights of your children!

[@akuaboateng3030]

super Important paaaaa!!!!

[@nanaobben5166]

Me too 👍🏾🙏🏾👌🏾💖

[@dawndukar7354]

Hey Vanessa. Thanks for so much information! I got married to a Ghanaian in Oct 2019 and I am now an honorary Ghanaian (in addition to being UK born of Dominican parentage 🇩🇲🇬🇭). I am planning my first trip to Ghana in December and, thanks to you and Wode Maya, we want to leave London and relocate to Ghana in the next 5 years. (I hope we can make contact with the lady you interviewed with the house made of reeves - we loved that house!!) I am taking it all in and can't wait to touch the land. In the meantime, I am living vicariously through your adventures! Well done for making the move. Keep the videos coming. Thanks again

[@ayodeler39]

I also plan to visit Ghana, I am British /Trinidad. Dawn, like you I love Ophelia’s house. Your name is familiar to me (South London)?

[@dawndukar7354]

@@ayodeler39 Hi. I have lived in East London for the last 23 years but I have spent quite a bit of time in South. My Husband's family live in Balham so maybe that's why the name is familiar?

[@theafricanjumbee4057]

If I might say, the level of education one gets in some parts of Africa, re: Ghana, nigeria, is way better than in the west.

[@adwoaa7419]

100%

[@phyllisb-chronicles3358]

Absolutely

[@a.konadu4010]

Agreed...highly offended when people assume its not up to par. So disrespectful to ask such a question.

[@Cindy4ctv]

Fully Agreed

[@atee3938]

Children in some Part of Europe cant read at age of 6 .in my country ,even before 5 ,a Kid Starts Reading .i am suprised that Kids over Here start learning Alphabets at age of 5 years .so i say that at Tender age ,the Kids in africa are smarter,maybe IT Changes later

[@AnnaAcheampong]

Aaahw Oscar’s letter is so sweet 🥺😍 bless him.

[@thyeocroft205]

Hello. Are u still in togo?

[@lyslr5401]

Planting citronella grass (or lemon grass) is a great mosquito repellant.

[@minaa.1984]

Lemongrass *oil* repels insects. Without the lemongrass leaves being crushed for its oil, it actually doesn’t repel insects by simply being planted. Thought I’d chip in on that point.

[@colettealethia]

You look so happy Vanessa! I got teary eyed when you spoke about your son. What a gift you’ve given your family! Many blessings to you Vanesssa!

[@stilladey]

Great deciion Vanessa for not exposing your children to social media now. And quickly, about educational standard in Ghana, you can be rest assured your kids will do great things and will attain the very best standard. Ghana's education is probably the very best in Africa.

[@nimrod1673]

Respect vennisa. We all coming. Africa is on move. Only the wise see it. A place where you can own your land for generation's

[@Afrikaislife]

Agreed, those who get it are the ones who need to return.

[@emiyashirou2752]

@@Afrikaislife so true, do not let everyone in your country, some have the mindset of the Europeans which is to sell you out so that their masters con takeover your country again.

[@syn-techcooling7282]

Where did you get that from? You don't own land.

[@Afrikaislife]

@Almighty Xavier What are you trying to express, that people should accept the status quo and do nothing?

[@rainyasmr4sleep]

"For quality family time" this is why I am also planning on moving to Ghana. Soon we will also be home to the motherland Vanessa! 🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭❤❤❤

[@lushosaro]

How amazing that your mum is with you. I guess she's used to it from the times u used to go there growing up. Is she also staying for the year?

[@VanessaKanbi]

Ye I really appreciate her ❤️ Hopefully she will 😅

[@lushosaro]

@@VanessaKanbi aw amazing!

[@donslim7586]

My favorite lady I always watch u when u upload a new video 📸🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭

[@jodibarima5318]

Super proud of you as always. I think @Rosettastone needs to add twi I really need to learn properly🙈

[@joea500]

Great point Jodi and I hope you’re on the case Vanessa. Would make you an even bigger advocate

[@SLIMMMMB]

God bless you my daughter. May you, your husband and children have a great and blessed life. My wife and myself watch your videos. We enjoy your beautiful heart coming through your show. Again God bless you.

[@a.konadu4010]

Once again...great content. So professional and classy in your delivery. Just an amazing human being🙏🏾

[@sampsondjonorh4987]

Great Vanessa. Happy to hear you and the family are pretty much coping in the Motherland. Wishing you all the best of everything in Ghana. The best is yet to come. Stay blessed.

[@NocheapthrillNet]

I'm a Akua, too. Akuavi, actually. Last year I received my traditional Ewe name Viwassi.

[@abby-a]

I'm glad that you are happy in Ghana 😊😊

[@kaybee3757]

That was loads of info packed in a single video. That's why I rock with you. 😊

[@rednaxelaguitar]

I could listen to you all day. Thanks for what you do. I am a Jamaican-American who looks to Ghana as my ancestral home.

[@4pancello]

Thanks for this video Vanessa! I am glad you made it clear about education - I know there are many great schools in Accra, which even rival western schools :)

[@jcn908]

Ghana has a National Health Insurance Scheme.Are you aware of that?You need to register and get a card that can be used in most hospitals and clinics

[@alexanderstrauss4785]

my invite to our building project is still open. And our giveaway is to show people that ghana isnt only about accra or the south.

[@dosiahayfron-benjamin5912]

I'm thinking of moving to takoradi too.

[@NanabianB]

Tell me more. I am on IG ohnanab. I am seriously thinking of moving. Accra got lots of mosquitoes

[@THEWINGEDALCHEMIST]

Drinking bitters helps as well. Like bitter green teas so your blood is not sweet.

[@bradybills134]

When i was living in Ghana 2009-2011 I took daily doxycycline and slept with a mosquito net. I got malaria after about 1.5 years. I took some medication once I got it and it only lasted for 1-2 days. I got pretty weak (instantly) and had a huge headache and stomach issues. I was sweating and felt cold. After 2 days though I was pretty good though. Only malaria once in 2 years. Not bad!

[@Itsme_1648]

@linkzable how?

[@thyeocroft205]

@linkzable 9ice reply

[@luckysuepro1181]

This is so refreshing. The information is informative. I like to get different perspective on living in Ghana from different people who have moved there. Your viewpoints will make it easy for a person to move and transition to living a Ghanian lifestyle. I will be visiting in November. I hope to link up with you.

[@elephanthappiness4502]

I worked in Ghana for 2 odd years and my preventive measures against malaria for the whole family was to mix 100 ml of veg oil to one hundred drops of either aromatherapy oils, eg eucalyptus or lavender oils. Try to buy brown coloured 100 ml sized bottles to store the mixture and to convey in your bags preferably inside a plastic bag to protect against spillages. Immediately after showering in the morning dab your body with a towel gently to keep your body moist to absorb the oil seamlessly. Dab your said oil mixture into your hands and rub them together. Rub whatever part of your body u wish to be protected against malarial bites but be careful so u don't spoil your clothes. Dont use much oil just enough to protect your skin against bites Its best to allow the oil to dry before dressing. If you don't want to risk transferring the oil onto your clothes best to dress first before applying the oil to your face/ear/neck and arms/legs/hands. Apply a little oil to your hair also to fend off all toxic insects. The secret is the scent of the aromatherapy oils that stops the mosquitos from getting too close etc. Apply the aromatherapy oil as and when you feel you need some protection throughout the day especially when outside regardless of the time of day. At nights apply more frequently depending on your surroundings/mood. Good luck as this concoction worked excellently for me and family. We were protected throughout our stay.

[@eileenwatt8283]

Would coconut or olive oil work with the lavender

[@nanaobben5166]

Thanks for sharing

[@elephanthappiness4502]

Yes you can use oil oil with essential oils for your skin but as a preventive against malarial bites best to use vegetable oils. The scent of olive oil can interfere with the scent of the essential oils. Coconut oil also has a strong smell so can mask the effectiveness of some essential oils against mosquito bites so I would advise using mostly vegetable oils as they all have a neutral scent. You can mix organic coconut oil with a few drops of your skin by rubbing a litte a few drops interfere with the scent

[@elephanthappiness4502]

Eileen profuse apologises for my earlier response which was accidentally released prematurely. So the last part of my reply, which I decided to revise should have read: mix some organic coconut oil with a few drops of essentials oils and rub on to your skin to keep it supple. NB:,pregnant women should always check with their doctors prior to using certain essential oils so please be careful. If unsure about the uses of certain essential oils the Internet is a great place. Holland and Barretts is a great retailer in the uk to contact.

[@eileenwatt8283]

@@elephanthappiness4502 😁😁😁 I have no more eggs.

[@1murkeybadmayn]

The bit that made me laugh was right at the end about your clothes drying. Probably because when I travelled to Nigeria, I had the same reaction to how quicky they dried, spreading them out in the sun. In the UK, you need the hand of god to have them dry that quickly outside😂.

[@dmac93065]

I found this video refreshingly candid and helpful. I plan to make the move to Ghana within the next couple of years and this video will help get buy-in on the prospect from my support network.

[@hro8899]

May your ancestors open the right way for you, that all your wishes come true, because I think you and Ghana are a good copple and btw ignore negative people,I will always join the channel and also helps with more subscribers that you dream for you and family come true, Good luck and all the best in your journey🙏

[@khophea4348]

Keep on living your best life! Be easy always

[@sharonakumiah2863]

Thank you Vanessa this was so helpful. I was taking notes. Moving over later this year 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@allenamatari6544]

I hail your love for mama Africa and the info you' re dishing out to help someone. Vanessa, you will not regret choosing Ghana.

[@angelapinnock3793]

LOVELY VANESSA & FAMILY! SO AWESOME SEEING YOU SOOO HAPPY & THAT THE WHOLE FAMILY IS ALSO THRILLED TO BE LIVING LIVING THERE🥰🙂

[@Biobele]

I can not count the number of times I've heard "hi, I'm Vanessa Kanbi"

[@marciamann2945]

Love this video, answered most of my questions! You look so happy being there!! Planning on moving over from the UK so looking forward to visiting once we are able to travel! Would very much interested to hear how you get on with getting the right health insurance as planning on doing just that! Also looking forward to seeing video on your Ghana made furniture as thinking of buying furniture there rather than shipping but I’ve heard so much negative things!

[@deedamsel-cole2551]

Make sure you don’t trip and fall into the sewage gutters 🤪 I’m talking to YOU Ghana government, for shame! I love your videos Vanessa!🥸

[@jackiey879]

It was nice meeting you and your mum at the Woodin Shop at the A&C Mall. Hope you are settling in, following your move to Ghana.

[@realtruth3731]

Oh the joy it is all over you!

[@VA-rw9jc]

Awww. Thank you to mum. That's what family is about

[@alhusaini2916]

Take a look at your magnetic eyes!! They are adorable

[@phyllisb-chronicles3358]

Always on point love you girl. Enjoy the sun. Love from the England

[@Michael-bf1dt]

Hi Phyllis how are you. Greetings from Ireland 🇮🇪 to England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿. Hope you’re safe from Covid. It’s a good video. Wish you a lovely week 🌹👍😊 Michael

[@stephenreggio42]

Always on point Vanessa. Will it be possible to interview your mom? That’s will be awesome 👏

[@VanessaKanbi]

She’s not really one for putting herself online.

[@Krishnachandradas50]

You're the best!!!! Thank you!

[@niiamu3300]

Excellent informative video.

[@Aku_Mula]

So many amazing tips! Your channel is such a blessing!🙌🏾

[@nefertemur8951]

Greetings Vanessa Kanbi, I am so happy for you and the family . Your husband seems be caring, wonderful and very understanding, that’s what is needed in the world today between cultures as all of us are family. I purchased the Rosetta Stone as recommended Vanessa. Thanks for sharing.

[@jkjpone]

Vanessa, Vanessa, Vanessa, you have no idea how happy I am for you. I love the commitment to your kids and Ghana. Congratulations and well done 👍🏿👍🏿👋🏿👋🏿. You are going to have a good life in Ghana. Enjoy it.

[@RuliPictures]

Thanks a lot for your content. It actually always inspires us a lot. We're also in the process of moving to ghana. This q&a was really interesting!

[@m77ast]

Enjoyed your spirit and I love love love the natural look. Hope it inspires some of our young girls to know they do not have to be fake to be beautiful.

[@triciabaka8903]

So happy for you, Vanessa

[@sakinasharify3811]

You are welcome to Ghana😘😘

[@cheendo7400]

Have fun. Great video.

[@salijamilatu7751]

Ghanaians are so welcoming 😊

[@spoilingbedsheets]

Yes in every situation you have to have alternatives thank you vannessa

[@magenta4769]

beautiful video and very informative :)

[@Mary-cx9zd]

I can't wait to join you. Stay blessed🙏

[@robertaggrey8266]

Looking forward to watching you start your building project. What area have you decided to build in?

[@VanessaKanbi]

Going to be doing 2 projects will update when locked in.

[@robertaggrey8266]

@@VanessaKanbi, fantastic! I'm starting a project in Aburi so I can watch and learn from you.

[@meme03beauty]

Love your content. I’ve been following you for a long time.

[@asantewaa391]

Good to have your mum around

[@Indowaindowa]

Great questions, thank you for answering these

[@fredqwequ2909]

People really underrate the educational system in Africa 🤦🏾‍♂️! I have never been to Europe or America and some of the questions people ask about Africa really tells me Africa doesn’t have a good story in the western world. Quite unfortunate!

[@joycepickett8383]

I absolutely love your blog just need amounts in US$ as well.

[@rorygardner517]

How is your Twi coming along? Are you going to learn it? I love the reaction I get when I say "thank you" in Twi!

[@evadney1000]

Does rosette stone do twi?

[@akuaboateng3030]

@@evadney1000 That is a good question Akua!!! (from another Akua)

[@NanabianB]

Rosetta Stone is amazing but if you don’t have the money to spend, try Duolingo.

[@dparkbully5231]

Am going to join you soon in gana ..🇯🇲🇺🇸🇲🇱 I want to come home so bad ...ur so pretty ...👍

[@a.konadu4010]

Ghana🙂

[@fn701]

Ness hi, I am so glad you are doing well. Ness please list some of the best schools for kids

[@blackmac500]

How has your husband handled leaving his family and friends

[@boroxsolid]

Thank you so much for your great content. So refreshing and informative

[@numojulius8876]

Love hearing your sister speak, does she has a Utube channel?

[@copperessentialherbalprod9126]

Hi Vanessa I’m leaving in a week for Ghana hope to meet you and Jasmine.

[@ameliamartinezcruz7650]

Me too. i followed both. I am going in October!

[@qianasilver886]

Another awesome video. You are living the dream!

[@angyparadise9660]

Vanessa learning French yeaahhhh , French subtitles soon 💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾

[@reneazi2006]

You are glowing, good job

[@SayconTalks]

oh my goodness so exciting

[@kgravgrav8496]

Not bad Vanessa. You got a great French accent 👍👍👍

[@ebenezerankoh5240]

I don't have any comment, just saying hi Vanessa.

[@Vallenane]

Wow looking tanner already! lol Loved the video 💛

[@twumamos3943]

Nice I really enjoyed it

[@kibakiwilson5891]

Yo welcome mo!

[@nanayaa3804]

I moved from Toronto Canada to Edmonton AB same Canada and they asked me to pay 6 month rent so that's not only Ghana

[@sarahdompim2254]

Do you get visits from your dad

[@TheWealthofCarbon]

Congratulations and good vibes for Ghana ❤️

[@blissfulbeck]

Great video! Are your children in the Ghanaian public school system or an international school?

[@nursekarimatcanada]

Hi love,Please what is the name of the internet company....am coming to Ghana 🇬🇭 soon

[@spoilingbedsheets]

Vodafone

[@Sam-4567]

I loved this video! You answered so many of my questions and that letter from your son had me tearing up!! My follow up question would be more in-depth about healthcare in Ghana. My partner and I are planning to move to Ghana and once we start a family, I really want my mom to come and live with us. However, my mom has some pretty serious health issues like auto immune disorders etc. If we can pay for the healthcare--can I be confident that my mom could get the care she needs in terms of medication and emergency care?

[@VanessaKanbi]

I would research what her specific condition is and see if there is specialists here. I did a video on one hospital called lucca health but there are others such as nyaho / or contact the health insurance companies like nationwide or one of the others x

[@Sam-4567]

@@VanessaKanbi thank you so much for your reply. I will find your video and do that research!

[@Yezarck]

Does Rosetta Stone have Twi? And what area did the taxi driver paying $25 a month live? Thanks

[@doreenayi3751]

Hey Vanessa loving seeing your transition to Gana, I would love to see you interview your mum and your husband but understand that they are shy so you’ll have to bribe them LOL. Was also wondering about the clothing situation in Accra, I know there is a big secondhand clothing sector plus amazing seamstresses but if you just want to buy something off the peg where do you go I know there are loads of moles but do you have H&M Agana Primark Zara M&S River Island et cetera et cetera. Also how do you the sizes compare to the UK? Lastly how did you get around the shaving their hair issue for the girls at school no one from the UK or Europe has addressed this issue or is it not an issue if your kids go to a private or international school.

[@Addy_Favor]

There are so many boutiques that sells Zara, Versaci, Nikes Adidas etc. you can get them in Accra TUDU or The Palace Mall Achimota.

[@VanessaKanbi]

Yes my kids go to an international school so don’t have to shave their hair and I will address the clothes one in a video.

[@abrahamadjei-gbenda622]

Hi Vanessa. Which internet company or service do you subscribe to in Accra. Thanks for your great videos. May God continue to bless you.

[@VanessaKanbi]

Vodaphone :)

[@eileenwatt8283]

Don't you miss the rain ? It rains alot there.

[@asabereowusu5854]

Are you using Vodafone for your internet service? If so, what the package please? Thank you!

[@jcn908]

Vanessa,REMEMBER THIS IS NOT A PERMANENT MOVE.BUT STILL A GREAT MOVE.Well done to you and family

[@m77ast]

I just did my first video sitting down infront of a camera. It isn’t easy. I looked drunk with my very small eyes. I was looking here and there. My wife said I looked bored like i did not wNt to be there 😃🤣🤣🤣🤣🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

[@gdotone1]

is there a custom about handing people things with the left hand? do you know why? plant lavender to keep mosquitoes away. why Ghana?

[@JM-lu9ie]

Do you know if there is a lot of vegan/plant based options out there as far as food? Whether at the restaurants or the markets?

[@patrickmutombovox7568]

The idea withe french is great 😂😂🎉🎉🎉👍💥☀️🤷

[@roserose-vx7qt]

I would love to come to Ghana, but I am so afraid of the mosquitos. What do you do to prevent the kids from getting bites when they are outdoors?

[@JoStylin]

Hey Vanessa. Can I please ask, what is your network for the internet? You said you pay 400 cedis. Just curious.

[@kwameasimah]

Hmm I love this video

[@niiamu3300]

It's good you leave your family out of the videos.

[@Tinaschannel4]

I am happy for you Sis 💖