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I'm part of her give back program to Africa. I am doing business in South Africa. I'm not sure if you all know who Donald Trump is.. to even put a white man in this conversation is crazy. He's the son of a klansman and a business fraudster. He hates immigrants, especially the ones from (shit hole countries meaning Africa)...
Incest already has historical precedent within folks of religious and non religious backgrounds. In a country like Egypt for example as of 2016 40% of marriages were between cousins. The royal family for example pair cousins up with cousins. These things already happen and have been happening and it has nothing to do exclusively with the younger generation. Ik in the US incest is more taboo (I’m from the U.S. so I’m speaking on what I know) so more folks condone it here and it would never be a mainstream thing here.
@@zakiyyahamatullah7588 in Argentina, s man forced me to call me woman. He doesn't even looks like a woman. But the government gives him id where he is a woman. There are people who don't want to be called woman or man, they are x. In the past the Argentinan president was giving id card with x, still LGTB people were not satisfied.
Yes, according to accounts, there is substantial evidence that homosexuality and diverse gender expressions existed in Africa long before European colonization. Several historical records and studies support this claim: 1. Ancient Egyptian tombs from as far back as 2400 BC depict two men, Niankhkhnum and Khnumhotep, embracing as lovers[1][3]. 2. Rock paintings in present-day Zimbabwe show anal sex between San men, dating back thousands of years[2][3]. 3. In the 16th century, Portuguese sources documented male homosexuality among the Kongo tribe[4]. 4. The Imbangala people of Angola in the 16th century had "men in womens apparel, with whom they kept amongst their wives"[1]. 5. King Mwanga II of Buganda (present-day Uganda) was openly gay in the 19th century[1]. 6. Many African societies, such as the Igbo, Yoruba, and Dagaaba, had non-binary gender systems and fluid concepts of gender identity[1]. 7. The Bafia of Cameroon encouraged same-sex male relationships as part of sexual development[4]. 8. Long-standing erotic female-centered relationships were common among the Basotho of Lesotho[4]. These examples demonstrate that diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions were present in various African cultures before European colonization. The idea that homosexuality was introduced to Africa by Europeans is a myth. In fact, evidence suggests that European colonizers often imposed homophobic attitudes and laws on African societies that previously had more relaxed or accepting views of sexual and gender diversity[1][2][3]. Sources [1] African sexuality and the legacy of imported homophobia - Stonewall www.stonewall.org.uk/about-us/news/african-sexuality-and-legacy-imported-homophobia [2] Did Europe Bring Homophobia to Africa? - AAIHS www.aaihs.org/did-europe-bring-homophobia-to-africa/ [3] The idea that African homosexuality was a colonial import is a myth www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2014/mar/08/african-homosexuality-colonial-import-myth [4] Fake history, misunderstanding colonial legacies, and the ... democracyinafrica.org/fake-history-misunderstanding-colonial-legacies-and-the-demonization-of-homosexuality-in-africa/ [5] The “Deviant” African Genders That Colonialism Condemned daily.jstor.org/the-deviant-african-genders-that-colonialism-condemned/
Ik it was admitted by both that they weren’t historians in regards to lgbt history on the continent however within this context I would’ve thought it best to bring up some historical references stating such. Just because one does not like something doesn’t mean it didn’t exist.
Yes, there is substantial evidence that homosexuality and diverse gender expressions existed in Africa long before European colonization. Several historical records and studies support this claim: 1. Ancient Egyptian tombs from as far back as 2400 BC depict two men, Niankhkhnum and Khnumhotep, embracing as lovers[1][3]. 2. Rock paintings in present-day Zimbabwe show anal sex between San men, dating back thousands of years[2][3]. 3. In the 16th century, Portuguese sources documented male homosexuality among the Kongo tribe[4]. 4. The Imbangala people of Angola in the 16th century had "men in womens apparel, with whom they kept amongst their wives"[1]. 5. King Mwanga II of Buganda (present-day Uganda) was openly gay in the 19th century[1]. 6. Many African societies, such as the Igbo, Yoruba, and Dagaaba, had non-binary gender systems and fluid concepts of gender identity[1]. 7. The Bafia of Cameroon encouraged same-sex male relationships as part of sexual development[4]. 8. Long-standing erotic female-centered relationships were common among the Basotho of Lesotho[4]. These examples demonstrate that diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions were present in various African cultures before European colonization. The idea that homosexuality was introduced to Africa by Europeans is a myth. In fact, evidence suggests that European colonizers often imposed homophobic attitudes and laws on African societies that previously had more relaxed or accepting views of sexual and gender diversity[1][2][3]. Sources [1] African sexuality and the legacy of imported homophobia - Stonewall www.stonewall.org.uk/about-us/news/african-sexuality-and-legacy-imported-homophobia [2] Did Europe Bring Homophobia to Africa? - AAIHS www.aaihs.org/did-europe-bring-homophobia-to-africa/ [3] The idea that African homosexuality was a colonial import is a myth www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2014/mar/08/african-homosexuality-colonial-import-myth [4] Fake history, misunderstanding colonial legacies, and the ... democracyinafrica.org/fake-history-misunderstanding-colonial-legacies-and-the-demonization-of-homosexuality-in-africa/ [5] The “Deviant” African Genders That Colonialism Condemned daily.jstor.org/the-deviant-african-genders-that-colonialism-condemned/
I thought this was supposed to be a discussion. I appreciate the depth of Joe's arguments and the context he brought to the discussion. I've definitely learned a lot on the topic especially about the actual laws relating to homosexuality in SL. Maybe bring in a more engaging guest next time. Just saying 'I agree with you' is not discussing the topic.
Thanks for your feedback. She did give her thoughts a few times but I think that elaborating was tough on this topic. this is one of those situations where it’s tough to go in depth as it’s a polarizing topic.
You moved to Ghana and the first thing u want to do is to buy land..are u normal? Do u have brains to think as a human being? U don’t even have residence permit but u are rushing to buy land..Even Ghanaians are being scammed of lands..Next time you travel to some place, don’t be in a rush to buy land..use your brains as normal human beings..u don’t travel to a place and the first thing to do is to buy land or property, u have to do your research before u jump into anything
I’m considering moving to Sierra Leone for work. Can you show us the typical life of the population. Tell us a few things that might surprise us. Don’t want the culture shock to be excessive. I’m Haitian by the way.
Nice. Welcome. Check out this playlist about sierra leone (skip to any video you think is helpful) - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-51ltv3Eayn0.html
My point is that there are some reputable organisations, some run by African Americans in Ghana who are who helping Africans in the diaspora. However, the problem with some of our brothers and sisters coming here sometimes think that they can do things on their own without recourse to seeking help on the ground.
.. @ZOEandCJFarm There is nothing you are saying here that is not in the public domain, Nigeria is one of the most documented country on the internet, anyone can read up on Nigeria and do what you are doing here, passing off as Nigerian just to share that convenient and never ending "similar experience". So regurgitating those common open-sourced narratives about Nigeria is not a validation of your claim that you are indeed Nigerian. Give it a rest, and stop being such a common impostor. And nobody gives a flying banana whether you are Inuit American or Aztec American. We don't care and we are not impressed. Just stop passing off as what you are not just to spew falsehoods.
I appreciate the interview, but this whole situation is stupid, does Ghana not have competent attorneys that know all the rules and regulations? I mean, running around trying to find out info and getting several different answers is arduous. Since the country is vying for Black American money, it would seem to me that they would develop a special commission/department and contact persons to obtain that money, because it's all about the money. It has nothing to do about "coming home" - give me a break.
@@iAmLeslieJones Hmm interesting Leslie, obviously they don't understand the black american dollar. It doesn't come to us easily and we don't appreciate being scammed - not in the least.
I am very glad about this video. It's important the truth comes out for everyone to know what Leslie went through. I discovered Leslie when she acquired her beach front property. She risked her life living in a hut on the property due to how excited she was. I admired her spirit when she tried to stabilize her move until documentation became an issue. I am glad about the decision she has taken. Our people should sit up and learn to do things right.
I enjoyed this interview.. I am happy to have heard from Leslie. I feel so disappointed you no longer have the interest of living in Ghana after all you went through living on your beach front land. On another note, you look so beautiful in your new hair style❤❤❤
This guy has an agenda against Ghana because he found that putting negative content on Ghana will earn him money. Why didn't she tell the World that it was Ghanaians who helped her to get her lands back because other Ghanaians in Ghana were outraged about what that criminal so-called land seller did to her?
It’s horrible how the government abuses their authority towards African Americans and we have to set a precedent that Americans will not be scammed by our own fellow Africans and we have to get Ghana government to stop this land scams of foreigners and adjust their laws, in America you can get your land certificate in 2 -3 months, I have been waiting for my certificate for 6 months now and I will be contacting Washington DC to intervene in this situation, and specially we are descendants of our African ancestors who were brought to America to be slaves,
Add being a “single” black women then I’d say 80%. Patriarchy does not like when things are accomplished without them. The land issues happens to both genders but the mistreatment is definitely unbalanced due to marital status and gender.
As a Ghanaian, who lived in the US for two decades and moved back 8 years ago, I find it so funny reading comments from obvious Black Americans that don't even live here, but are bashing this poor lady for her bad experience. She hasn't even gone over 1/10th of the mess you will deal with here when it comes to land. You're actively living in the white man's land and throwing insults at somebody that has done way more than your cute little 2 week visit you had years ago(if that). And I love the excuse, " well land management is bad everywhere". Folks, I have traveled to many countries. The only country I can account that has more land issues, is maybe Nigeria. There is nothing normal about it. It's unacceptable. Making light or excuses over a topic where disputes have resulted in murders and economic projects derailed is nonsensical. It’s literally at the core of this country’s economic challenges and if not addressed will see this nation in flames. And for you folks who bought land supposedly "hassle free", don't be too confident. There are senior citizens in Ghana that have owned homes for 30 years , raised their adult children in, only to get a court order to vacate their properties on the basis of an encroachment by the "developer" from decades ago. Happens all the time. Happened in Trassaco 2 years ago. Several of the owners had to compensate the original family in dollars. This place is not easy and is built to frustrate law abiding honest people. They're Ghanaians, like my mother, who refuse to do more than 6 weeks in the year in Ghana. So you should commend one of your own (Black American) for doing something that even many people indigenous to this place can't do.
Almost every land in Ghana is lease even for citizens however that doesn’t not mean you will lose the land after the lease expires since no one can take it away from you so it’s basically yours in a lot of ways since you can sell it or use it for whatever you want . We need to understand scams are everywhere in the world believe it or not I was scammed for couple thousands in Baltimore area last year.Before you buy a land or start any business in Ghana DO your homework, if it’s too good to be true then don’t believe it .Buying a whole beachfront land for only few thousand of dollars was the first red flag. I feel like most AA people that come to Ghana just want to come and benefit from the poor country without trying to give anything back, I feel if you come financially prepared you will make.
Almost every land in Ghana is lease even for citizens however that doesn’t not mean you will lose the land after the lease expires since no one can take it away from you so it’s basically yours in a lot of ways since you can sell it or use it for whatever you want . We need to understand scams are everywhere in the world believe it or not I was scammed for couple thousands in Baltimore area last year.Before you buy a land or start any business in Ghana DO your homework, if it’s too good to be true then don’t believe it .Buying a whole beachfront land for only few thousand of dollars was the first red flag. I feel like most AA people that come to Ghana just want to come and benefit from the poor country without trying to give anything back, I feel if you come financially prepared you will make.
