Visiting the Beach at Black Star Square | Ghana Vlog Day 2 part 2

[@FunandBudget]

It is true...there was/is a lot of trash on that beach (and a few others that weren't touristy). From my understanding, trash...and what to do with it is a concept. For instance...when I lived in Providence, RI as a child, we would throw our trash on the ground and think nothing of it. The term littering just wasn't a concept for us and 'everyone' did it...so much so that after a while you did not even see the trash. Then we moved to Virginia. And goodness gracious...the streets were so clean that we thought they sent people out to wash them everyday. Until we seen that we never noticed the trash in our home city (a place where so many of us had never been outside of) until we had something to directly contrast it with. In Virginia, we wouldn't dear throw a wrapper on the ground or the cup of a finished drink out of the window because regardless of what the law said, in Virginia it was just blasphemy. To the eye who has never had anything to directly contrast it against...the locals of that dear beach probably don't even notice the trash...they probably just see a place where they could release what they no longer needed. Should something be done about it? Of course...but until then I was just happy to see the Atlantic Ocean from the shores of Africa.Another thing is I chose not to comment on the state of this beach and to just focus on my appreciation for that land and that safe and sacred space because I knew I wasn't going to do anything about it. My current focus in Ghana is to help the village we support, possible the W.E.B. Du Bois center and another cause (you'll see in a later video) that I adore. But I so appreciate you all for watching my humble video :-)

[@alexmartey5798]

This shows that there is complexity in everything we see, but we normally take a simple view..

[@mr.jordanjordan8546]

I really appreciate the way u look at things ppl tend to see things from a western lens I was told they are really trying to work on that aspect of ghana (the sanitation problem)

[@zealonrail3644]

Oh guess what we even have a name for the non tourist beaches with lot of rubbish. .'borlar beach' meaning rubbish beach...I don't want to call the government on this, I think the Chiefs in Accra are too relaxed. Not everything must be done by the government

[@sethbaah9237]

Ghanaians have to maintain a clean environment if they want to do well in tourism

[@ghostdna8155]

@@zealonrail3644 chiefs should organize cleaning local areas.

[@jjtom5275]

I like the way she gorgeously looked at her self and said the black star stands for its people. I can feel how proud you are to be home

[@candiceblount8654]

Great video sis! You should have gone to Labadi Beach which is right next door though. That beach is cleaner, has restaurants, music, performers, horseback riding, vendors and great food. I've been to that trash beach and Labadi and although you have to pay to visit Labadi, it's worth it.

[@ranaair]

I was just there last week. What an amazing experience.

[@HerLovesBooks]

Very cool. My son and I are studying West Africa right now for history. I'm going to use your blog in my curriculum.

[@FunandBudget]

Wow! That is so awesome and thank you so much for the exposure.

[@NoDebtButLove]

Wow... this was an AMAZING experience, this is cool you had this experience.

[@tinasarafinas4962]

What a nice vlog, Ghana is beautiful! Thank you for sharing :)

[@differentresults2279]

Thank you for taking us on this trip with you. I appreciate you and when I grow up I’m going to be just like you again thank you

[@MyNicknash]

Guess I am binge watching in 2022 sis! Thanks for explaining the colors of the flag!! Have a wonderful day

[@FunandBudget]

Thank you so much for visiting in 2022...this was my 2nd time in Ghana - dang, I miss it and hope to go back again soon :-)

[@romeoagyeiderrick2568]

wow one love sister, Africa for Africa, motherland need you, I wish that you build house. I'm proud of you. I miss motherland, I'm from Ashanti region.

[@uaehub1]

Aril Lan can you stop misbehaving yourself? you are human being so stop trying to create confusion all the time. 2019 Ghana president is even welcoming all the AA to the motherland

[@niiayi]

The event you saw is called GREATER WORKS by ICGC

[@TheKofinyarko]

The black star was adopted from the flag of the Black Star Line, an African American shipping line incorporated by Marcus Garvey that operated from 1919 to 1922.

[@FunandBudget]

Thanks for that...I will definitely include this next time I visit the country!

[@cjtv5442]

Love your videos. I see what you did there with THANKS FOR WATCHING, STARS (Ghana flag colors) 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👌🏾

[@FunandBudget]

;-)

[@chrisbaah4939]

Thanks for visiting Ghana and gifting us medical supplies. I saw in your other video. I’m in Indianapolis and want to know what you did not like about Ghana.

[@FunandBudget]

I actually enjoyed Ghana very much - I was pleasantly surprised. There was nothing I didn't like - I even enjoyed this beach - trash and all. I felt home.

[@chrisbaah4939]

@@FunandBudget Yes when I saw you at the beach with trash I just turned the TV off, they could have done better. My best memory of you Wes the kettle one shots. I was jealous. I’m getting into real estate and watching your videos.

[@joym1925]

You better come through with the representation of my flag! Yes girl!!!! Can't wait to go to back Ghana!

[@Linnie210]

They really have to start charging people for those plastic bags. Although Ghana is beautiful, it's also very dirty. If only they knew the value of beaches, they would start cleaning it up to attract more tourist, which will bring employment.

[@rogeliotrevinoledezma]

I know Ghana, great country, hug from Monterrey in Mexico

[@kobinab456]

WOW, the Tesla lady in Ghana? I started watching your videos because of the Tesla. I've watched your Jamaica videos as well(jumping into the water hole with your friends) was funny. I hope you have a good time in Ghana. peace.

[@FunandBudget]

Thanks! I had an absolutely wonderful time in Ghana...this was my 2nd time there and I will definitely be returning.

[@sano1062]

That`s the worst beach every! Thanks for your narrative we share one thing in coming exiting the DMV. I grew up in D.C.

[@edengarden3568]

u said it right the black star baby. there is no other anywhere than Ghana

[@FlyWon]

It's crazy that I was in SC this past weekend which borders the Atlantic and most of US slaves were brought from Africa there. Like someone said recently. "A beautiful Mystery"

[@FunandBudget]

It is so surreal...that's why I didn't care how that beach looked...I really had to connect with that water.

[@ask_why000]

efforts should be make to clean up the beach.., and recycle, reuse or reburnish whatever possible.

[@thatssojayah6886]

Omg yes my top countries to visit in Africa. I loved your vlog

[@FunandBudget]

Thank you! Ghana was an amazing experience.

[@ignatiusaffare8933]

I can host u guys in my Home if u don't mind. [phone] my cell number

[@charlesakan-man7859]

@@ignatiusaffare8933 Westerners don't stay in people they don't know homes. They are not stupid. You could be a murderer or scammer.

[@maureendaley6354]

Mindin’ his own goat life! 😂 🐐

[@dennisbrown7930]

The beach looks disgusting but it will be a thing of the past very soon cos that's the proposed site for the marine drive project.. So as you can see they've started clearing the land

[@FunandBudget]

Oh wow...you are so right...they did have construction going on out there.

[@dennisbrown7930]

@@FunandBudget ... It's a huge project,, 20,000 sitting capacity theater, Skyscrapers consisting of hotels and office complexes and many other facilities,, that's the phase 1 of the marine drive project..

[@settherecordstraight7875]

I hope it not going to be all white own. If so the people can for get the beach. It going to look like a bunch of red Turkey all over the beach.

[@jameswilson8820]

@@settherecordstraight7875 Unfortunately us white people do burn🤣

[@edengarden3568]

that is my neighborhood born and bred here

[@yolandaliggins9000]

I still see the " Beauty" in those less fortunate... As I look at this beach, I must say yes I think of home( America) where the beaches are so clean, yet there is so much corruption.. if only in America, a dirty beach was our only problem.. I can't say I don't notice the poverty, but I'm so overwhelmed by the " Beauty" of Africa, I try to keep in mind maybe they don't have the money or means to keep up the beach... Maybe those of us that are in a better position should show a bit more compassion. That's why people think that all we do in America is complain.... It's sad that those white women joined right in, while we somewhere fussing, let's watch their example.... And show our brothers and sisters that we are not above them, but along side of them

[@lionofjudah7627]

Yolanda lugging, this is the post positive comment I have ever read coming from someone in the diaspora concerning Africa and it pipo

[@dwalker6868]

Fun in the sun

[@amirshariff8873]

This our home,can't wait to experience it.we all as ex-generational slaves need to go back to our original homeland,nice video.

[@Rough_Coins]

Linnie210 that beach is banned. growing up we call it Trash beach. You go there on your own risk also weed smokers hangout there a lot. I almost went home naked swimming that beach cuz someone stole my clothes 😂😂😂

[@FunandBudget]

OMG...rofl...someone stole your clothes!!!

[@lateshiabrooks2180]

Lmao

[@oseitututawiah2109]

This beach at Osu is banned from the public because of an on going project but people continue to go there. It's disgusting. There are so many other beautiful beaches in Accra.

[@XxxclusiveReviews]

To you it may be disgusting.. but for us African Americans will take it and love it.. How about you give it to us or me.. We have suffer so much.. And you making negative comments is a waste of our time.. We lost everything and take Africa as a blessing.. So leave our beach alone.. We will clean it up for you.. with the help of Ghanaians who wont dont complain.. Now can we have it? Lmao

[@arthour850]

What advise can you give me in planning my trip to Ghana in august. What month did you go?

[@FunandBudget]

I went in either July or August. When I go on trips, the main thing I figure out is my itinerary...unfortunately, because I went with friends who are very familiar with the country...they set up everything for us so I couldn't even begin to tell you where to start.

[@eeforest7122]

what camera did you use?

[@FunandBudget]

Canon G7X mark II

[@sixtyplus7688]

How do I avoid paying illegal fees at Ghana airport and countries borders on the continent of Africa?

[@FunandBudget]

I've never had that experience - sorry that's happened to you

[@ElStands]

What trash? All I could see is the ancestors smiling that you returned to the shores they longed for, but could never lay eyes on again. Well done! 💕

[@FunandBudget]

Exactly! I was too busy experience the amazing Atlantic Ocean from the other side to judge. Life is life and every shore has a story...I'm just happy I was able to bring a small glimpse of this shore to others who may not ever get the opportunity to visit.

[@francis5279]

The council or the authority of the area should clean up the trash on the beach. It's shameful to have rubbish on a beach.

[@assaa5069]

Ghana 🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭

[@workshard4mk361]

I know what you mean, people are blind to trash in my area. I took the kids to another area to show them how neighborhoods should be.

[@FunandBudget]

Exactly.

[@workshard4mk361]

Like 77 I am here for all of this Sis!!!!!!!!!

[@ebenezerotoo4048]

Love my Ghana

[@saanichannel533]

Madam point of correction here, Black Star' stand for Africa and all the black people around the world.

[@alexmartey5798]

You make me proud as black.

[@charlesking7331]

Going to the beach without diving in the water is like a sin once your healthy. Is very spiritual since water is life and the greatest gift to mankind. Though there is too many trash littering around this beach, Ghanaian government should know better. Since tourists are going there to bath they must keep it clean for the sake of the tourists.

[@akwaabafarms178]

And for GHANAIANS also please, anyways that beach has been bound for a project so it has not been managing, MR.KING

[@nananuakoh5519]

Red, gold, green, and black star

[@NoName-nt3rq]

Actually called the "Gulf of Guinea" not The Atlantic Ocean even though the AO is to the west. Ghana and many West African nations face south.

[@FunandBudget]

Thanks for this information...I had looked on a large world map and it had only listed the Atlantic Ocean...when I googled the Gulf of Guinea, it then showed up.

[@idrishudu]

Nice one

[@Kalydosos]

I really like your videos much better than the BBC diet of war, pestilence and an unhealthy obsession with imposing British culture on Ghana keep them coming.

[@SniperinShadow]

There is so much trash on the beach

[@FunandBudget]

There is. I went to a concert last night here in DC...and was appalled at how much trash we American's left behind....I have footage and when I finally make the video I'll mention it in comparison with this. One thing I wish for us all...to leave any space we enter in a better condition than how we found it. Wouldn't that be wonderful...wouldn't that be simply wonderful :-)

[@nicholasdorah8820]

That is almost every beach isn't it? There is a huge pile of plastic garbage in the Pacific right now 3 times bigger than France.

[@rebbel67]

L. T. The people that leave their trash behind them when they go home also had ways of carrying it with them, full, when they arrived. If anything, it is easier to carry it back home. Governments don't have to provide everything, or be the people's babysitter. I'm with Tinesha; leave a place cleaner than you found it (or at least the same as you found it). I was shocked, to be honest, to see the state of this Ghana beach.

[@FunandBudget]

+Nicholas Dorah I did get a chance to visit some more beaches in Ghana that did not have this problem...but they were the beaches directly connected to hotel establishments so that could be the reason as well.

[@FunandBudget]

+L. T. This one should be earmarked as a Tourist Beach simply because it is right behind Black Star Square where a lot of dignitaries visits (ie president Clinton, the Obamas), major events (that 50K seated conference), plus a place where tourists would probably add to their list of Ghanaian must sees.

[@williokine6014]

Next time if you want to visit a beach ...got to a private beach were it is well managed not this free public beaches ...its most often dirty till sanitation workers come to fix..

[@FunandBudget]

:-) we didn't intentionally go to the beach...we just stumbled upon this one while exploring the area.

[@williokine6014]

The Fun and Budget Act oh k ..just to satisfy ones curiosity ...that beach is most often dirty ..full of trash ..anyway great video

[@FunandBudget]

Thanks

[@Meancuts]

That beach is dirty because it’s free and u don’t pay for entrance. Next time go to Paid beaches in Ghana to enjoy the fun in Africa

[@Meancuts]

And please subscribe to my KZbin channel and give me shoutouts to 1k subscribers

[@samthepoet107]

I would have been disappointed if it were named White Star Square. Thought the British took all the gold out of Ghana by now. The beach looks scary. You really need prayers and knowledge of swimming before you enter that water. I hope the sun is not burning hot when people are sitting on those chairs. How is the weather there? I saw in the news how Europe is blaming hot temperatures coming up from Africa, the Sahara Desert for their high temperatures. Even Norway, a country near the Arctic Circle has been experiencing high temperatures. Madrid had around 111 F.

[@FunandBudget]

The temperatures were very much like here in Virginia except less humid. And the evenings were really pleasant.

[@funsahara]

African gold is different from the California gold mines. In Cali, the mines are dead. In Ghana the sand which are extracted end up as gold dust after 50 years. The government had to cordon off hilly gold dunes. All the rivers are basically gold rivers, and that is where we are fighting the Chinese who sneak in to pollute our waters looking for gold....

[@anthonyatama4214]

intelligence rules the world and ignorance carries the burden....stop letting their media feed you with lies

[@dionnewilson6144]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mr.jordanjordan8546]

My last point I think tourists should start giving there opinion on things that need to b improve with these volgs I kno the minister has start watching a lot of these video to find ways to improve The industry

[@danieloblie6922]

The colours of Ghana flag is Red Gold & Green not yellow , thanks .

[@FunandBudget]

Duly noted: Gold not Yellow. Thanks

[@georgesellers3400]

thumbs up

[@fergusonapladey]

Plastic waste is killing our sea 🌊

[@lorebay2593]

Clean those beaches, hire some young people to keep the beach free of the trash.

[@patriceh8444]

Good job too much trash on the beach

[@ducheau100]

filthy

[@georgedouglas6268]

yea Ghana that's the Jamaican real motherland not England,,but Ghana don't accept us

[@amaansah]

Oh honey that's never true. There are so many Jamaicans living in Ghana especially in the Aburi area in the Eastern region where the weather is cooler than in Accra. I know this because I originally come from the Eastern region and visit there a lot. Come and experience it for yourself. 😚

[@georgedouglas6268]

ok I didn't know that babes that u had Jamaicans living in the promise land id luv to visit Ghana in the future I have to visit Elmina castle before I die just wanna see where my great great granparents came from

[@princeamin4857]

Rita Marley the late Bob marley's wife lives in the eastern region of Ghana.

[@georgedouglas6268]

zeeeeeeeeeen

[@FamilyTravelDevotion]

@@georgedouglas6268 look up bomani tyehimba ...africa for the africans. Theres a Carribean Association in Ghana.

[@jjtom5275]

I like the way she gorgeously looked at her self and said the black star stands for its people. I can feel how proud you are to be home