I needed this message at this very moment. Im 5 months in Rwanda and im def being tested, but im trying my hardest to not be discouraged. Thank you for your message 🙏🏾 wise beyond your years
I am 71 years young, moved to Tanzania 3 yrs. ago..when I meet pre- colonial attitudes in Tanzania.. I tell them straight on, I am AFRCIAN first ,born in America this is My Continent and I am here to Stay..😮
Asante for your reply. I am considering Fumba Town apartments. Any insight? I will be applying for my retirement permit and wondering if that's a difficult process? I was in Kenya, Tanzania and Zanzibar for 3 months and returned to California in February. I've been to both countries 2 other times and it has been my dream to retire there.
A native Gambian lady said it best. "Africa is made up of tribal communities ...until African American diaspora start working together as a tribe, instead of as individuals, life will be extremely hard for them in Africa." You need to be a tribe or join a tribe. 3:45
And that is why Chinese, Arabs, Europeans succeed in Africa- we form our own "tribes" and support each other as communities economically and socially. I'm Irish and that's always how we have succeeded when we've emigrated to the US, Australia, UK etc.
Hello Mark, please don’t be discouraged. Stay strong. I’m waiting for the day when you will come on & says Africa is all right. I have faith in you and your beliefs. Stay strong and safe. Love you.
I'm truly grateful for this candid video relaying the realities, one may experience, while acclimating to the Continent. You are one of our Pioneers, paving the way. APTTMH ❤
I adore your courage. I was born in Kenya, but immigrated to Germany several years ago. I love Kenya and Africa by extension from the bottom of my heart, but I still find it hard to deal with people back at home, including some family members, but especially the government institutions. It's just frustrating. So I adore how brave you are and how long you have persevered. Thank you and Godspeed na ubarikiwe sana!
I needed to hear this . Even in the U.S. when you relocate to a new State it takes some time for locals to accept you. It's as if they can smell you're new.😂. Acceptance or Not, If you know what you want and keep your head on a swivel, and spend like the local everyday people you will be o.k. Also, a genuine smile and hello can go a long way. Mark you said it right PATIENCE....KIDOGO.SLOW SLOW ..I AM ENCOURAGED... THANK YOU MARK❤❤..yes I'm on the continent..so i can relate 😊
Loo, you are intellectually advanced beyond your years. That is actually a compliment😊. I have not watched your channel in a long time because I, myself, finally made it to the continent, ie. Ghana. You are so right about everything you said. I've been here over 2 years and I'm ready to leave Ghana but I can't leave yet because I started a business here. There are times I wish I didn't start my business here, there are times I wish I didn't come here, there are times I wish I didn't have to go through what I went through here but as you stated, I'm paving the way so that things can be easier for those coming after me. Though I wish it was the other way around, lol. But with all that being said, I prefer to be on the continent than the plantation. We come from comfort on the plantation but there's a cost to bear for that. On the continent, you have to create your own comfort and there's more of mind here.
I am in TZ but I only came and am only staying being the LORD spoke it to me to move here so I’m being obedient. But I feel isolated, frustrated, feel like everyone is trying to use me for money because they think I’m a “rich American“ . I don’t trust any of the people here and I really don’t want to be here anymore but going back isn’t an option. This is really hard.
Hi my friend, I felt that a little myself even though I was here in Tanzania for two weeks. It was a great visit but as Mark stated everyone is looking at you as money and trying to get anything from you which can be difficult if you don't understand the culture. What part of Tanzania are you living in? I'd like to do some farming with an organization that I am working with but not sure if the land will be purchased or not. Just remember everything will work for your good and hope the best in your situation. Believe in yourself and the skills you have and you can make your dreams come true despite any setbacks.
Mark out of all the RU-vidrs in Africa that tells it like it’s. Being brought up in the west but having Nigerian and Jamaican parents your the man!!! Let the truth set them free.
Yes. I am not giving up, I will return and have been twice already, and back-to-back. I believe each people... African American and African people can help each other live a life in harmony and in truth. You are right, Mark, there's a way. Keep your head up and hold it high. I have a do-right spirit, and there's good decent people in Alkebulan (Africa) and America.
I have agreed with you 💯. Africa is the place to be. Look at what going on in 🇳🇪 Niger France. The fight is on to get Africa free from the mind of the European. Thank you for your service.
I was following you some years ago. I was sent this by a friend. I am so happy to see you still in Africa, still making it work, still with a wise and kind heart. Respect, young brother, God bless you.
As an African who just moved back home 3 months ago after living in America for over 30 years. I agree with everything you said. I know of other Africans who moved back home to help build..... but within few months or few short years they leave and go back to America, angry, bitter and frustrated. They even try to discourage me and many others from returning home. I love my country & continent enough to put up with the abuse, cheating, hating, lies.... I believe Africa is on her way to becoming the World leader and a POWER HOUSE ❤❤😊😘🥰
Are you people serious. Yes there are lies and deceit everywhere. Unfortunately that is part of the human condition. However there is no place more deceitful and full of lies and contradictions and hate than America and some of the West. Some of you act as if you are unaware of colonialism and Imperialism. If you are going to be critical please save some of your criticism for America. Look what is happening with the Israeli Palestine War with thousands of Palestinians being slaughtered and most of the Western Governments, including Germany standing with Israel and its Criminal acts. If you think most of these countries care about you I believe you are delusional. Africa has a lot of history to overcome but you will not find a more tolerant people anywhere, generally of course.
Stay encouraged brother. I know plans fall thru and our people can be harsh. Things happen and it's just life. Please stay encouraged be of good cheer. Much Love!
So, glad to see you again, on these videos Mark. I missed you, but handle your business and get some rest beautiful soul. When I come to Tanzania 🇹🇿 I want to see you, because you are why I will visit.
Exactly 💯, Pastor just preached that you have to ask God about every decision that you make, you must consult GOD about Everything that you do or think, people need to Pray and keep praying, Keep up the God's work, upon the Earth, God bless you, and I will visit soon, your sister in christ Denise, God bless you Mark and love you😊
I feel you .This isn't just Uganda it literally everywhere in the motherland including 99% of North Africa where i falsely assumed things would be different. It just ain't. literally basic tasks require a gargantuan effort to complete because you find that you have to pay a chain of 10 people before you get to something you could have collected yourself. I've got anecdotes for days that nobody has heard of.
Wisdom is like a spring of water. Water moves underground, coming to the top to refresh the land, sometimes as a trickle, sometimes like rain, and sometimes in a continuous flow. Thank God we are hearing wisdom emerge from the young, the future is in the young. Mark, you are making Mama Africa proud, and it is so refreshing!
Thank you for your honesty! It goes a long way! And finally real information that can actually be used on the ground in Africa. I needed that encouragement! Carry on Mark.
Information is very important especially when you’re bringing your family over. If you are single any mistake you make is on you but when you have a family it’s different that’s why I say we need information step by step and I believe that more people will come better prepared.
Greetings, brother, Mark! I have only been to the continent, physically, one time. I was in Uganda. I know that some of the Europeans and Asians come and make it work, my host, who is born and raised in Uganda, feels that this is partially due to the fact that these Europeans and Asians are treated better. It is definitely true that many of them come organized and with social economic plans instead of seeking refuge, I find it interesting that even a need, if your garden feels that these foreigners are treated better than the native people, and in too many cases, often treated better than other African people. This means that a lot of spiritual and psychological work in examination remains to be done. Thank you for being an encouragement.
Being enslaved in your own country and not able to have confidence in your government, because it is controlled by other nations that does not care. This is why other nations can "make it work" , they CONTROL with money and resources taken from the people and land in Africa. This is called living off the backs of Africans labor, money and resources.
*So glad THE CREATOR put this message on you’re spirit King. I needed to hear this. I’m moving to the continent in January. Now I NEED TO TAKE A NAP BECAUSE IM DIZZY AND HAVE MOTION SICKNESS.* 😂😂😂
You are right. I will be moving to Arusha, Tanzania. I know it Will be different and not easy but i have been making plans. I am glad you telling the story. I love my people. I will be coming from Chicago, IL. I look forward to moving. It is a blessing to move there.
As an African who been on the continent all my life I like your mentality. You tell it as it is. I don't have to feel bad because of the truth, however I will make my contribution to make a better Africa for the generation to come. Love from Namibia 🇳🇦.
God has to exist in the place for anyone to enjoy, why because God is our creator, we must look to God and put our trust in God to have fulfillment. Let God laws and teachings lead us and not we ourselves. You see a lot of us lost our knowledge and wisdom of God, we don't understand how God is our savior and salvation, that God is greatly exalted. A lot of us say we Godly but don't practice righteousness and uprightness, we wake in evil and sleep in evil. Blessed is a nation that worship the lord almighty God. God bless the righteous and perish the wicked. Mark, never put your trust in a man but only in our lord almighty God. Believe, trust and worship God day and night for your blessing.
Africa requires a PIONEER SPIRIT. Similar to the pioneers in American history. African Americans who are not adventurous and ready to start afresh with a new mentality will find things hard in Africa. But the pioneers will succeed beyond their expectations in Africa!!!
Mark the other cultures are not treated the same as us. Not only that they are not emotionally attached to the outcomes like we are. They are not looking to be family with African people.
We should not be looking to be family with anyone but like minded people. Look at the story of Canaan. They did not get to the new land and try to interact with the people because they knew how those folks were behaving
Mark you deserve the best! I know that you have made a positive impact on us in the diaspora and on the people you worked with in several countries in Africa. You are so wise and brilliant!! You are young in years but you have the knowledge of someone who has lived decades longer than you. I really appreciate what you are doing and learned a lot from you.
Thank you Mark and welcome back, it’s always good to hearing encouraging thoughts like your, thank you for leading us, May our God continue blessing and protecting you always 🙏🏾😊✌🏽❤️
I sincerely and deeply appreciate you, Mark. Once again, you punch well above your weight, philosophically, and I get this warm, pleasant feeling inside, watching you as you continue to blossom into a fine role model for Africans and Africans in diaspora. Well done, son ! I would like to have a private chat with you, some day, as I have got some experiences to share with you. I am not social media savvy so, I'm not sure if there is any platform out there where we can chat privately. For the records, I am an African in diaspora.
Let's not forget America is the same way. If we can tolerate the abuse from America we can deal with Africa. No place is more daunting than America. You have to keep an open mind about what your vision is. Why your going to Africa. You are going for your healing, and not bringing your American mindset, traumas you go for a new beginning, a new chapter. I am on my way to get my healing and get together with my brothers and sisters to heal.
This young dude is extremely smart & a visionary. He is so resilient in finding a peaceful refuge for his own African American folks in Africa where they'll not be discriminated or mistreated for being Black..I hope there could be more like him..
Mark I'm from Jamaica. I grew up in Jamaica and US, but as a boy I saw Jamaicans going to Africa, in the 50's 60's 70's and coming back singing the wonderful things about Africa. This US AA's generation born after 1974 can be problematic when not knowing the history economics, culture, and mannerisms of Africa. Mark keep up the good work. 1🧡
The problematic Caribbean diaspora have filled prisons in the Caribbean, Canada and the UK since the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and all the 2000’s because they don’t understand economics, culture and mannerisms. It’s problematic that you’re hyperfixated on people unaccustomed to scam culture instead of the scam culture itself. Americans aren’t interested in speaking down on your populations for your behavior, please keep it to yourself.
I was in Tanzania for about 3 weeks and the locals we (my wife and children) met there were honest and humble. We didn't come across anyone treating us badly. So i hear these stories about how Tanzania locals treated them wrong, and i'm like where did yall meet those people. I still have great connections with some of the locals we met in TZ.
Thank you for the video fam. You don't even know the timing of it. I've been back in Senegal for almost a month now, and something happened this morning that wanted me to pack my bags and head back to Florida. It jsut happed that your video popped up in my feed as soon as opened my laptop. So thank you 🙏🏿
My young King and I never have said that to any male but this is what I see in you. I saw you on the Austin Hollowell Channel, and this is the comment I left on his page..." If I ever had a thought I a preconceived idea on what Malcom X was like. This is that dude!" Stay strong and keep your energy.
Mark, whenever I hear you speak, I am like, "This is an African grandfather . There's an African proverbs that when a child washes his hands, he/she is free to eat with the elders, and you're just that child. Keep pouring out those words of wisdom. Your patience to survive in that environment will pay off. Good luck with all your endeavours.
Me too. So many crazy things have happened to me and some others that I know have been here and tried to get along but couldn't and went either back home or somewhere else. I'm also looking to leave here and go to another part early next year. I feel that you don't have to be somewhere you're not being treated right or in a "basic" honest way. I hope to meet you before I leave.
For Africans around the world to come back to Africa, we have to go as a large group and negotiate agreements with the locals that are not to be broken before hand where both groAZ. Mutually benefit and don't fill the need to sabotage. Not an easy task. But can be done. Your heart is in the right place and I admire your courage. Peace love and Light from Phoenix, Az.
Hi Mark thanks for touching on this topic. Living on the continent is really not easy. Especially when the people who look like us don't embrace us like we thought they would. It hurts to see how they embrace the white man. Who have for many years divided us. Africa is waking up but we have a long way to go. Let's keep hope alive.
You have to put in the work and learn their language and culture and also show you are there to invest and build in Africa, show long term commitments to the continent and not just "give it a go" for a year or whatever and work consciously to assimilate in order to be embraced and respected. You can't rely on skin colour alone to create bonds and respect.
For the diaspora when you are coming to Africa, you must come with the mentality that you are coming to build your homeland. Come with no expectation. But with the mentality to build and together Africa will be great. ❤from Namibia 🇳🇦.
I needed this pep talk because everything you talked about is what I’m feeling now. I’m coming to Mwanza ( Lord willing 🙏🏽) next week so I want to see your plots and will purchase if I like what I see
One thing you mentioned, how do the other race managed to leave there and make wealth? That’s is very good question…. What I know they do come to Tanzania/Africa with less expectation and being humble with the local… learn the language… do several visitings to make there minds where to settle and what to do… I’m Tanzanian leaving abroad, but I have not seen the best place like Tanzania/africa and will be back shortly there…
Mark - I appreciate 🙏 your commentay. Good news like the gospel. Like a dove, spirit flying gracefully with truth. I'm in Arusha from American sincere Aug31. I vision myself in Merge Wanza Ego Village plot 8, 80, 84 or 120 corner lot. Our ships are ordained to float like Noahs Ark smoothly ♥️ I'm looking forward to our miraculous journey in Tanzania. Our Savior prepared a feast of abundance. We have faith and do the tasks and so it is. Thanks❤ Schalisa
MARK WE ARE HEBREWS IN EXILED BECAUSE OF SLAVERY. WE ARE FOLLOWERS OF CHRIST YESUAH, WE ARE THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD, WHEREVER WE GO!!!!!! JESUS YESUAH SAID WE WOULD BE PERSECUTE AS HE WAS , WE ALL HAVE TO PRAY TO CONTINUE TO OVER COME THE DARK DARKNESS . THE CHRIST IN YOU IS THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD. GOD BLESS YOU AMEND ❤ CONTINUE TO BE THE LIGHT.
POWERFULLY PROFOUND AND EXPONENTIALLY INSPIRING INSIGHT TO BLACK PEOPLE TO RE-CONNECT TO GOD AND HAVE A VISION, A PURPOSE AND A MISSION TO TRANSFORM AFRICA LIKE THE WORLD HAS NEVER SEEN! INDEED, BLACK PEOPLE NEED TO RE-CONNECT TO GOD ON A PERSONAL LEVEL AND LIVE A HOLY, MORAL AND RIGHTEOUS LIFE! THEN, RECONNECT TO AFRICA, OUR ANCESTRAL HOME, TO INVEST, BUY LAND AND CREATE BUSINESSES ALL ALONG THE SUPPLY AND ESTABLISH TRUE INTERGENERATIONAL ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT AND WEALTH BY BEING VERTICALLY INTEGRATED! RE-CONNECTING TO GOD, THE CREATOR, WILL ENSURE THAT WE ARE ON-CODE AND OF LIKE MIND WITH THE SAME PURPOSE! WE NEED A CRITICAL MASS OF GODLY SELFLESS BLACK PEOPLE WITH A VISION TO PROFOUNDLY TRANSFORM AFRICA!
@@markmeetsafrica looking forward to it. People with your energy are hard to find. I would like to speak with you so you understand where I'm coming from also. I pray for your success.
Amen.🙏🏾 Mark, your perspective is scriptural. Someone showered many prayers over your life. As a community we must continue to pray for your guidance as you pioneer on the behalf of the diaspora. May TMH’s peace be with you always.🙏🏾 Those who left will likely return once they have healed.
I thank you for staying there in Africa. I can tell that you have a great heart for every body. We must let our light shine. No cross no victory. Young man I’m so proud of you! Peace and blessings love and happiness to you all ways.
There are good and bad people everywhere, but it does hit different when you think you have found a new home and some people make it unbearably difficult. But, we do have to find our own trusted people who will treat us well. If I did not have a support system of local people, it would be crazy difficult for me too. I have confident expectations that it is possible for many to come and find peace on the continent.
I correct my statement to say Post colonial attitudes, am here to give of myself and receive what I can to learn..and when my flesh is buried, it will be on My land, in this beautiful beautiful , Continent.
One of the issues that blk people may be having that I see is that we are not coming over there as a tribe. And most are trying to assimilate into other tribes and their culture. We need to do what our ancestors did after slavery. 100 people coming together to build a village/town with our own Soul culture. Instead I see most people going to Africa just to build a big house with no black wall street. That most peoples priorities I see on the RU-vid front at least. Everyone is all about themselves not the tribe. Therefore they have to buy from other tribes constantly that only see you as the next fool to be taken advantage of.
Mark: Have you heard of a woman called Kia Simmons? She was just featured on the Residential Tourists channel (Kenya...Africa's Promised Land for Diasporas??). This sister has a very interesting project getting off the ground in Kenya for African Americans. Just mentioning it in case you or someone you know may be interested. Could this be Kenya's version of Merge?
I totally agree with you my Brother, i love you Brothers and Sisters, you have motivated me my Brother, i almost quit being a Musician but am started again full force!
I didn’t stay for many reasons.. 1 -being that an immigration officer told us to go back where we came from because they don’t want us there. I’m sure you’ve heard all of the stories. Everyone leaves Tanzania with a few! 2- it was not about money. I actually left with more than I came with. Doing ones due diligence is being boots on the ground! You have to be wherever you plan on living! Definitely have an open mind!
Mr Mark thank you. I really understand that your personality is genuine. It's mature and valuable. This vlog said it all. Only those that will have the humility for change will understand. Even though Darwin wasn't including blacks in his survival of the fittest theory western ways which create competition, comparison, jealousy, and greed is the total opposite of what we are symbolized (America land of the just and free). NOT. I guess we were supposed to be but the Truth always prevails. Getting back to you, your maturity and willingness to learn and grow speaks volumes. Thanks Mark you make so much sense to me and I am a Happy Elder who is headed that way. I still trying to convince my hubby to come with me...just 2 visit that's all. We're from St Louis- hubby and Cali- myself.
God bless you good brother. I saw your video with Austin and wanted to send these encouraging words. I wish you all the best. I pray for your peace and strength to remain as well as your optimism so that you never change or become bitter. God bless you and your mission. You are a blessing to many
I love your videos brother. I been watching you for a month now with my other account. ❤ I'm here in africa and it is hard to lift my camera and walk around. You are very brave for this ❤
This is absolutely true not just in Africa but a lot of parts around the world 🌎 we need to be more intuned to what’s going on.we have to learn from our mistakes also understanding the choices and decisions we make that can have far reaching consequences. Few are leaders and a lot are followers you have to walk with light and high energy,a lot of people suffer from trauma so they blame there past instead of moving on and focusing on the present not the past.Great message brother man,I’m sending peace,love,clarity,and balance your way keep up with the videos mark I’m still grateful for what you did for me awhile back.☮️❤️🌎💫♾️☯️🪬🔮🧲🔑✨✊🏾😇🎯🪐🌟🙏🏽🎁.
I watch a video yesterday and got a little doubt in my spirit. But Mark, this has to be one of , if not your best videos, hands down. This will encourage anyone who really wants to leave the west to endure.
Hello Mark! Good morning! You are so true in what you are saying. Let me introduce myself. I'm 1st Lady Beverly Langhorn and my husband is Pastor Carlyle Langhorn Sr. We are self supporting missionaries here in Juja Kenya. This is are 2nd time being here. We love it! We have had some bad days but we don't get stuck in it. We continue to grow in God. We directs usnot man. We would like for you to visit us one day. Really. Let us know! We are very proud of you.
Discovered your video by chance, and I must say, you speak nothing but pure, unfiltered truth. Your saying on people having religiosity with no faith hits me hard. Keep shining and stay blessed, brother.
