Moving to Ghana - The Diaspora Experience | Real Talk on Relocating to Africa

[@naaarduaflohic1771]

Love this panel discussion. Next time invite some parents that moved back with kids. It would be nice to hear the point of view of parents navigating the ins and outs and getting their kids integrated too.

[@WebnationAfrica]

Thank you for the idea , we will definitely consider that

[@sya2693]

As a parent who lived there for 4 years and left, it’s not easy, and not worth it for some

[@AfricanUSA-th9ov]

Most Of Us That Came To USA From Africa Will Never Moved Back To Africa Until We Have Our House Building In Africa With No Rent And No Mortgage. Definitely After We Started Getting Our SSI Or Our Pension Or Both Before Moving To Africa 🌍 African That Have Degrees Haven't Gotten A Job. What Makes You Think That You Will Go To Africa And Be Thinking That There Will Be A Job For You. Always Use Your Common Sense 🧠 🧠 There Are So Many Americans That Are Living Very Well In Africa That Will Never Moved Back To USA 🇺🇸 Many Black American Are Also Living Well In Panama 🇵🇦 Italy 🇮🇹 Mexico 🇲🇽 All Latin Countries That Will Never Moved Back To USA 🇺🇸

[@WhitneyOsei]

Exactly! It’s a completely different ball game for us

[@kofisugar]

Would love to join..

[@kowazzuri3146]

I'm glad Ivy put it out there land scams are not sorely targeted at African Americans, they target Ghanaians too

[@IvyProsper]

Definitely!! It was necessary for people to know this truth.

[@SherrieBumbray]

The African American Association of Ghana was founded 31 years ago, by a group of Americans who were married to Ghanaians. Some of them have been here since the 1960s. We meet for Sunday Funday on the first Sunday of every month, andcour general meetings are every third Sunday of the month. You're welcomed to come hang out with us.

[@HouseOfGoddess]

Thank you! I’m going to look into this ❤️

[@IvyProsper]

I thought it was 33 years. I was MC for their 30th Anniversary Gala in 2021. Which was 3 years ago.

[@SherrieBumbray]

@@IvyProsper You're correct. It is 33 years.

[@SherrieBumbray]

@@IvyProsper Are you joining us at Sandbox on Sunday?

[@215RANDOM]

Let me pull up my chair, turn this volume up, and take notes.. We need more group discussions like this..

[@IvyProsper]

It was really a good discussion

[@iamjoemomma2]

I would LOVE LOVE LOVE an entire series of discussions like this with diasporan from the continent. There are so many who have returned from all over the world to Kenya, Ghana, Tanzania, South Africa, etc. Having people from all over the world share their experiences being back in Africa is not only a wonderful thing to see, but very informative and much needed discussions in our community. Please keep it up! The more barriers we break down, the more we talk to eachother, the stronger our community will be 💪🏽💪🏽

[@dadoboye1536]

This is absolutely the best forum that discussed unrehearsed diasporans issues, both pros and cons, that I’ve ever watched.

[@WebnationAfrica]

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[@dadoboye1536]

@@WebnationAfricaI already subscribed.

[@kuyahkudey3217]

@@WebnationAfrica Lets dig a little deeper in the discussions about how difficult it is to integrate with locals because they have misconceptions about the experience of diasporans in developed countries. This will help locals understand what these developed countries are really like. If they hear what the true experience there is really like, it will take them hearing the truth a lot, for it to sink in, Then they will stop thinking we are rich and start having some compassion for how we suffered in the West. Then it will be easier for us to understand and truly be able to get along with each other.

[@dadoboye1536]

@@kuyahkudey3217 it’s their own people who traveled overseas and sent back false photos of living large while doing janitorial jobs, which lead to locals thinking anyone, both continental and historical diasporans, are rich. Black Americans have this erroneous impression that they’re the only ones exposed to obroni tax.

[@nomadictravelerfromTx]

I learned so much from this video. One thing I've learned is I've been living like a Ghanaian since I was 28 years old. At that age I paid cash for a home and car, never had any debt after that. I just saved every penny I earned from my low paying government job.😊😊By a country boy from Texas.

[@GodFirst55]

Guys u need to set a platform like this, as a Ghanaian living in Tema I have picked a lot from u guys, i have notice from ur conversation dat I don't to travel aboard to become successful.

[@Miss_Nikkisan]

Nothing wrong with living in a hut or something that resembles a hut. I prefer those to the European-style mega-mansions. I hate that some think it's a negative thing. The best part of many African countries is their people, traditions, and villages where they try to hang on to how their ancestors lived. It's beautiful.

[@lordm.a114]

I love Ivy energy and what she said.. ''' poverty mindset made the people do what they do''..

[@IvyProsper]

Thank you.

[@itscyberqueen13]

What a great video. What I loved most is that they are discussing what needs to be discussed and doing it in a very transparent and respectful way. We all need to come together and these talks will help others see that they can go home too and be successful in whatever way they consider success. Not everyone wants to start a business but even just to live and not depend on the government is living successfully to me. Research research research and then go. Thank you for doing the video and thank you to the group that participated in such a mature way. I feel like everyone who participated and watched learned something from this that will benefit us as black people and that is to respect each other and know that we can only grow if we do it together like other countries do it together. Self-preservation as black people, as a continent because if we don't come together others will tear us apart.

[@SherrieBumbray]

Well done, everyone! I agree with Deijah when she advices people to start small and go slow. This was a really great panel discussion. Please keep them going. I would love to see a discussion with some of the older expats who have been here for 10 years or more.

[@kimberlyvantrees2075]

I've lived in Ghana for three years. I am disappointed with the false information about how easy it is to relocate. I'm an American woman who married a Ghanaian. I didn't come to party, and I am not a retiree so i find it hard to find a community. It's a definite cultural shock. I tell everyone to have their job before you come here. Don't think that you will find a job to support yourself.

[@MaryOsei-s5u]

Agree create a business when in Ghana. Like you can buy Uber car that can make money for you, real estate like building apartments for rent. Check on youtube for jobs that can earn you money in Ghana. Am sure you and your husband have enough to create business that can bring in money monthly

[@SherrieBumbray]

@kimberlyvantrees2075 If you are in Accra, there are several organizations that serve the diaspora. There are groups who meet to have play dates with their children, to exercise, pray, etc.

[@AfricanUSA-th9ov]

Common Sense. Also Tell Them That There Is No Government Assistance In Africa, No Section 8. Why Do You Think Most Of Us That Came To USA From Africa Didn't Just Pack And Go Back To Africa With All Of Our Degrees? As You'all Self That Question.

[@tashmatazz]

No lies here!

[@TriPortCrashpad]

So I totally disagree with your statement. Throughout this video we are saying how difficult things can be bd how hard we have fought to stay. No one has painted a pretty picture AT ALL. I’m sorry your situation wasn’t good, but there IS a huge and welcoming community here you missed and I’m sorry you missed those amazing connections in Ghana. My story isn’t a false one at all and I didn’t say it was easy, I just stand on it being necessary! (By any means, so we are still here ) ✊🏾

[@ArethaJSimons]

I am glad he explained the exchange rate and the reason they May charge in dollar rate.

[@lisaansong4332]

This is the best interview on moving to Ghana that I have heard. I thoroughly enjoyed the conversation

[@zetaasamoahuetujamaaedtech7760]

We DO NOT THINK WE ARE BETTER!! The reason for African American Associations is because we need to have that “tribe” where people like me/us can gather together and ‘see ourselves’ while we are in a foreign land. 🤷🏾🤦🏾‍♀️ Also, some situations are simply situational or one-offs based on just that person, not “all or most” African-Americans or whatever group.

[@Miss_Nikkisan]

It's not really about AAs thinking they're better it's in their actions and expectations. I grew up in the Congo and the very few AAs we had there were awful 😖 they just acted like they were royalty, very pretentious, and like they were owed everything. Of course, it's not ALL that are that way. You may not be one of those, but the complaints from locals are often valid and real.

[@py20]

Definitely, there are Diasporans on the continent, AAs included, who think and act superior to the local people. That's a fact, not just perception. Similarly, there are those who are simply great in how they treat and interact with people and even look for ways to educate, learn and serve. Usually, I think, the condescending and snorty ones are those who had little to nothing going on in their lives back home and nothing to contribute. Ironically, people of substance tend to be the most humble and well-behaved wherever they are.

[@tammiwilliams8320]

I think feelings of superiority are baked into being American and Black Americans have picked that up, along with many misconceptions about people on the Continent, and we need to drop it or else we risk sounding and acting like American white people. I think one of the Black American women used the words "Third World" and said there should be systems set up for expats to easily find their way. It sounded so entitled. Listening to this was like holding a mirror up to my own face because I am sure I've come off this way, too. There's a lot to unlearn. We have to decolonize our minds and be open and willing to learn from others or else we will never find home. Don't keep to yourselves. Connect with people from other countries and learn from them. Listen to their perspectives because they are just as valid as ours. This was a great discussion. I just discovered your channel today and I'm glad I did. Lots of good advice here.

[@py20]

@@tammiwilliams8320 Thanks, Tammi. It's people with the mindset you have beautifully articulated that will find a home/family and thrive on the continent. Btw, brothers and sisters on the continent also have a lot of learning to do. Most of us grew up with little to no knowledge of our brothers on the other side of the Atlantic and I hope with greater and interaction will come more respectful conversation, learning and cooperation. May the Lord bless and keep you.

[@tammiwilliams8320]

@@py20 God bless you, too. I hope to visit Ghana some day. I'm tired of dealing with American racism and I really want to move away from here

[@mznaturaldiva67]

Very great discussion. Please continue. Thank you all for sharing your journey 🙏 ❤

[@gwenhawkins4984]

I'm planning on visiting Ghana for one month in a few years from. I've been to Egypt and Kenya back in 2001 for vacation for 17 days and LOVED IT!❤ Looking forward to going to west Africa!

[@WebnationAfrica]

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[@MissElaine121]

What happened to Jeffrey? We need him back

[@WebnationAfrica]

Jeffrey is not in Ghana 🇬🇭, he left to Europe

[@MissElaine121]

@@WebnationAfrica oh I’m sure he’s very happy lol that’s good! I’m happy for him. He should come for a visit so he can give us an update!

[@staceyjordan3862]

Great discussion and information shared. Please share information of the young lady who has the food truck. I’m interested in a food truck option. Thanks in advance please.

[@nkirukayakini1333]

Always great content. As I prepare to move back, I believe this is one of the most inspiring videos I have seen. soon come!!! 😊❣❣❣

[@kuyahkudey3217]

Great discussion.

[@Dr.Roland77]

I stumbled on this, but I like the discussion, especially not that I've been transitioning to retire and go back to Nigeria after about 30 years here in the USA. Thanks for the candid and robust discussion. We need more like this to dis-abuse our minds and reeducate ourselves by ourselves.

[@SamuelAdadejr]

Bro, please let them know that locals calling them “Obroni” mean no harm. Obviously none of them look white, locals use that term for anyone that speaks English with foreign accent so they not calling them cus they think they are white.

[@chimakalu41]

1:59:04 a very good point because you have two groups of people in the same space with more foreign people of african descent coming into Ghana, especially politically

[@gwenhawkins4984]

This was a great discussion. We'll done!! Hope to see more of your shows like this. I also follow a few of yall on KZbin channels. THANK YOU ALL!

[@godschild2-yd3jy]

People need to have viable skills that can benefit the continent and fulfill a need.

[@chimakalu41]

1:21:17 good point by ivy prosper on the credit system.In foreign countries that people on the africa continent may not understand. Because most of the african countries still use a cash system

[@IvyProsper]

It's very important for people to know this difference. Thanks for commenting

[@EnchantedAnn]

I like the fire shares, I like the transparency and especially appreciate the positive feedbacks🙌🏾Excellent Educational series, there’s so many ways to go with it and I’m so excited for more episodes…… I’m curious if Blacks from Spanish speaking nations, Portuguese speaking countries, French speaking counties Et Al, are relocating to Ghana

[@dadoboye1536]

Please host another session and add a Caribbean. Thank you.

[@WebnationAfrica]

We will definitely take that into consideration in the next episode

[@glamfab23johnson64]

I love this panel this was so amazing to watch, I’m really happy for all of you

[@paulinagyan7251]

A system exists BUT staff ignore it.!! Enforcement is key!

[@ellaarmstrong2704]

Updating the system as the population and demand of growth increases

[@sohenko]

Great discussion, we should be ready to embrace the upcoming challenges, it is even going to be bigger and better, these integration will lead to great talent for Ghana.

[@FamilyByNature]

Great discussions! Real talk!

[@WebnationAfrica]

Thank you , I am happy you enjoyed it, we need to get in touch 🤝

[@FamilyByNature]

@ My pleasure. Absolutely. We will make it happen.

[@mikelantern148]

Moving from the West to Ghana and many other African countries will definitely frustrate you however with a good network of people and stable income coming definitely helps alleviate the stress and frustrations. Ivy Prosper definitely hit the nail on the job search part.

[@Ragnarokstorymaker]

Oh wow. I would love to join the African American Association in Ghana. It's really nice to have a group that specifically identifies with us as an ethnic group. It feels like other African diasporans make similar groups in other countries but only ours gets criticized? Definitely very interesting. With that being said, great video. Any way to get into contact eith the AA group in Ghana or videos to watch?

[@RootedDiasporans]

I love the conversation! More of these should occur. Captain Hayford, maybe this is an idea 💡 for starting diasporans conversations events, where the focus is really to just bring everyone with African roots together to discuss challenges and ways forward together! Great convo! 👏 🎉

[@emmaafriyie5170]

Great discussion. I loved all the opinions and I think Ivy Prosper has great insight so Ivy thank you so much for your input. Hayford please keep the discussion forum going because this is so great. I would like to see you interview the Bodleys who live in Aburi as well. Thank you all for sharing your opinions.

[@WebnationAfrica]

You are so welcome!

[@nanayaw9754]

Very fruity discussion. Let’s doing it often.

[@fatimaahmed7249]

I am a west African married to a German and we have been eyeing various African Countries for the purpose of having a second home. Ghana appeals to us a lot, problem is we still have not found a community of Diasporas living in Ghana who can give useful tips . Still unsure of how to go about our plans but, thanks for the tips. KUDOS!

[@SamaTime12]

Can't wait!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🔥💖🇬🇭

[@WebnationAfrica]

Very interesting episode 🔥

[@odengkwasi]

Thanks for this video. Good discussion and lots of useful information put out. A little training for your video guy would be good. Keep each member of the panel in frame even if one person is talking. You can use a second camera to do occasional zooming in.

[@WebnationAfrica]

Great suggestion!

[@palmlaguna]

In ghana you need a lot of patience ❤

[@py20]

In LIFE, you need a lot of patience.

[@adminbentley5752]

That was a great conversation

[@EllBeeCUSoon]

Hmmm… how about those who work in the I.T. field?? Job wise, I’d be happy to teach basic computer skills.

[@parksviewfarm.8882]

You going make crazy money if you have computer skills. Alot of people want their children to learn computer skills. I advise you to open a computer learning center in one of the regions in Ghana. Like my region bolgatanga the northern part of Ghana. Accra is a bit chocked and more parents have access to the Internet for their kids. I promised you, you make it outside accra.

[@lstoryrecords_]

Really really good video..would have been good if kwabena darko was in it also

[@WebnationAfrica]

We are working on getting him to be part of the next episode

[@GUYANAECHO]

Very interesting dialogue!! {#12 Freedom}

[@zenabuabagna9753]

Great discussions with brilliant people, Ivy. I like your Jersey

[@mariopuzzo5854]

DEIJAH YOU DIDN'T SEE ANY MAN IN GHANA BUT THAT KZbin, I AM SORRY 😔. WE ALL WANT YOU TAKE YOUR TIME , YOU BEAUTIFUL

[@sandraek790]

Next time please have Dru and Jasmine Amav on the show

[@fradoline]

Great conversation.

[@karenkane2922]

When will blacks realise that you have to be uncomfortable first before becomes comfortable

[@sandraek790]

Ivy is right

[@jeffreybrowne4677]

Great discussion

[@tashmatazz]

Very relatable. Just a shame about the sound quality.

[@shibootyah]

😏some ppl always gotta find something

[@ellaarmstrong2704]

Please what are the names of the books. I was able to get Ivy’s title but not the rest completely

[@SheIsLapel]

Looking forward to seeing it 🎉

[@WebnationAfrica]

I can’t wait 🔥

[@LOVELYLONDONGURL]

Lapel is my sister wooohoooo 🥰😍😁

[@couproduc]

This show is Great

[@WebnationAfrica]

I am glad you think so 🙏🏿, I hope you find it very helpful

[@beatriceowusuachaw6210]

I LIKE your interviews

[@gwenhawkins4984]

Could you give the books information on your page. Thank you.

[@TriPortCrashpad]

Please send me your email for the book

[@geraldinemason11]

I just want a one or two bedroom house I'm a retired

[@mikeytv5805]

it's easy you can buy land and build it as you want...or you can buy it straight up

[@papacheezie2838]

AKWAABA ALL ASANTE SANA KINGS AND QUEENS KNOW THYSELVES AMEENA BERMUDA LUVIN ❤️⚫️💚🔥👸🏿🫡💯🇸🇳🇳🇪🇬🇾🇧🇧🇯🇲🇧🇫🌟🌞🌞🙏🫡🇪🇹🇧🇲🏝🇰🇪🫡 AMUN RA 'ASE'OASE' SHALOM FAMILY EXIDOS Assalamalaikum !🎉🎉🎉🎉😢😂😂😂❤🫡🇧🇲🏝🌟🌞🌞🙏 ALL MEANING PEACE!🌟🌞🌞🙏🫡🇧🇲🏝🫡

[@philipadjapong6095]

We need Obeng Darko on the next episode

[@melodymcfayden7230]

The Diasporans have contributed greatly to the escalation of prices because they are always saying "this is so cheap" They don't realize that Ghanaians are listening and responding by rasing their prices for products and services because they think they can afford to pay more. Diasporans also have to realize that vacationing and living in any country is vastly different.

[@axm7939]

Kai, Ivy is such a beautiful black woman. I could not pay attention to anyone else.

[@IvyProsper]

😄Thanks.

[@emmanuelantwi1009]

My question is have all the guests survived all these years in Ghana solely on income generated in the country for accommodation and living expenses??

[@michaelyiran8644]

Is the same experiences we also went through when we relocated to the state. It took some months before we started our settlement.

[@kubolor1234]

Are the mics for decoration?

[@chimakalu41]

38:20 well said

[@nanalove-72]

To the lady with the food truck, I was given you my 4 bedroom for chip, it very beautiful house, I built it for my retirement home, message me, the house is like American home

[@gibson2675]

Ivy you still looking beautiful

[@mcclaink06]

Think about this guys…the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Liberia would have never been if settlers, new comers, pioneers didn’t leave their developed countries for the new ones. Think about that. The opportunities are endless. The early pioneers are foundational.

[@sandraek790]

Where is Miss Dru

[@mandyb6414]

Doesn’t the Yemenese, Lebonese, and other think they are better they are better than the locals. Why does she had to mention Africa American.

[@gibson2675]

How can you be better than the locals

[@Bubbles-ov1qr]

She didn't say AA think there better, she said why are they calling out AA saying they think there better when we don't but don't call out the white people that really think there better ​@@gibson2675

[@sophiemclarke6556]

I would never go to Ghana looking for a job. Not ever. To start a business 100%. Ghanaian will always get those jobs.

[@chimakalu41]

1:15:08 She is cute.

[@seidukassim4264]

Sins we can produce our own needs and treading in Africa the system can not be stable

[@AbdoulAzizOUEDRAOUGO]

Hmmmm 😂😂😂😂😂 oh my goodness.❤

[@oseitututawiah2109]

I wonder how this Rush Asare says he's from New York and still speaks English in Ghanaian accent. Massa, you're from Ghana, moved to New York and came back to Ghana so stop yapping. ✋️

[@philipadjapong6095]

Hahaha 😂 I was saying the same thing.. but he’s done well for himself though

[@oseitututawiah2109]

@philipadjapong6095 He's a great guy but why deny your identity? 🤔 It makes him sound funny 😁 😂 😀

[@amayou82]

Watching this post election, I’ve been planning my exodus for a couple of years.

[@wdee-rh1nu]

Was wondering why the Diasporas ain't looking at Nigeria as a destination to build or retire at. There's vast unoccupied lands in developed villages filled with 7-9 bed mansions that we rarely visit. We only do so during xmas. Took me 19 yrs to visit mine in the East. If there are diasporans looking to buy land, I could purchase acres using my money and giving 100 yr leases in cases where the govt does not allow foreigners buy land

[@steamdecknation7908]

Nigeria has religious conflicts

[@couproduc]

Leaving Africa and traveling for resources from the West is a thing that's 200 years in the making. Without those Blacks building a Foundation in the Americas then the U K people couldn't gain Access to financial institutions needed to finance building infrastructure here in Ghana and on the African Continent

[@steamdecknation7908]

Rush Asare is hot 😊

[@geraldinemason11]

I'm not interested in that over the top house

[@thebigswermdiggs3383]

As a US citizen it’s shameful to hear the sisters from US talk from a comparison of non African point of view . Please leave that entitlement in the west , that’s the point of leaving

[@nanasarfo3817]

I think spending 300 dollars a month in Ghana 🇬🇭 just for food is is too much unless you have a kind of life style. Secondly do not copies other peoples life style too. If someone buys Land for 20000 dollars in a setting locations, you can also get it in other places across the country for 2000 to 4000 dollars.

[@itscyberqueen13]

1:39:00 "Even if Tru*p wins again, "he's not"" 🤣😂🤨 This didn't age well, since he did win 🤯

[@nanaasafu-adjaye4239]

LOL

[@nanaasafu-adjaye4239]

LOL

[@nanaasafu-adjaye4239]

LOL

[@larriethompson3627]

No Caribbean ppl

[@shibootyah]

I believe the African American has Jamaica roots. She owns a Jamaican restaurant

[@dandiablo3809]

@@shibootyah Her parents were born and raised in JA. She however, was born and raised in the USA. She just pretends to be an African American when it suits her for social media street credibility.

[@carolinasoulman1378]

Basically she's cos-playing stealing our identity as Black Americans to benefit her, smh.

[@jamrock2979]

​@shibootyah still not jamaican! Been born in a other country from a jamaican parents, and born in jamaica and grown up in jamaica! Is two complete different things and experiences! Totally not the same mentally!! Even the cooking of jamaican foods is not the same! Real yardie is us who born and grown in jamaica 🇯🇲 straight up

[@jamrock2979]

Still not a real jamaican ​@@dandiablo3809

[@steamdecknation7908]

That Uk diasporan was really annoying. Like she was acting she was better than everyone else.

[@jamrock2979]

We need Jamaicans on here! REAL JAMAICANS! %100 YARDIES THE REAL THING

[@claudiavoorhoeve3258]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@PaaBoo-q8w]

Professional scammers

[@JosephineAsenso-i7o]

Those problems about buying land is only in Accra so please stop saying Ghana is not in whole Ghana

[@jamrock2979]

Not just in Accra! Cape coast and Elmina also 😢😢

[@AfriJamO]

The Eastern Region also, big massive land scams, in fact they are doing something about it now. The Criminal Investigation Department is throwing the scammers in jail and getting land back to the people, please look into it! ✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿