Great video! Im from the USA but I’m currently teaching kindergarten in the Middle East. Every point you made is sooo true. I’m constantly saying, “this is different “, as I go through many new experiences here. I hope to visit many nations on the continent of Africa soon and find my new home. Thank you sooo much for your content!
Not True, Africa is diverse, with different mentalities and cultures that all impact people differently either good or bad. in Lagos for example if you are not aggressive and tough you have no chances to survive, this is not the case in Accra Ghana or Asmara Eritrea etc.
Your son is so handsome and inquisitive 💖. I love that you didn't ask us to excuse him, have him leave the room, etc. You are a wonderful and nurturing mom. I love seeing that.
Her son is well behaved for the typical child of his age but then again look @ his mother's demeanor bcuz this helps as children's first traits oftentimes parallel their parent's & she seems laid back & easy going & her son doesn't appear to test her to much beyond that but I am in Ghana as I write this where my daughter had her son & he's so rambunctious @ times he could come across as ADHD I mean trying to jump off chairs onto cement surfaces with his favorite hobbies being slamming doors I almost every door in the house were from & when adults are talking THERE US NO WAY THAT HE'LL BE SITTING AROUND THAT QUIT LIKE HER SON NO 🤣 his job is to definitely BE HEARD SOMETHING LIKE A "SHOUTER" & when he cries it can be like a piercing screech when ain't a darn thing done happened to him yet he will cry as though your physically abusing him even though you haven't touched him this nay simply be Bcyz he can't follow his mom somewhere so I'm looking @ her son & I can see the difference I'm from America myself born & raised out of the San Joaquin valley in California so I know that if we we're there after many had saw my grandson they'd question things & if not definitely keep an eye on it bcuz I've seen it too too many times before & all this & he's only one my grandson is real fast he doesn't listen & IT ISN'T BCUZ HE DOESN'T COMPREHEND WHAT'S BEING SAID TO HIM HE'S JUST STUBBORN but kudos to her & her family I had 3 of my own so it's good to see that @ such young ages kids can still be playfully well mannered in a non violent way to themselves & some parents might yell but it's to prevent @ times them having to spank or hit
Great show as everything you mentioned is so true. I spent 7 years in Zimbabwe only back in Barbados because of a bereavement. That's why I mentioned to you you are brave. With your 10 points in mind, anyone from the west shouldn't have any great problems in Africa. I lived also in Senegal, Nigeria, The Benin Republic and South Africa. Africa is great experience, check it out.
I can relate with the waitress situation, i was in Kenya, ( almost waited an hour for the food ) I almost snapped, but was very patient. Things move slow!!!!!!!!
You have to know why you went to the motherland and remind yourself everyday. Please it important we come for the sake of our sons. Our sons need to live. They need to achieve their potential.
These soft skill tips are on point!! Thank you so much for offering this advice. And I love your earrings and your son living his best life while you’re recording 😂❤️
All Truly said.!! But about the AC.. not every where it's needed. Some countries in Africa are so cool in temperature throughout the year. And the houses are made of blocks and concrete.. that helps control the temperature inside the house.
When I first learned of your channel, I had just returned from my second trip to Dakar, Senegal almost 6 years ago. I was so surprised to see this recent post and that your son is no longer a baby. Many of the "soft skills" that you described were observations that I pondered while on my visits and frequently spoke of after my return to the U.S. Visiting an African country as a guest in a family home truly is an eye opening experience to daily life and ways of doing things. I am happy that I was able to share the experience with my son who travelled with me. I wholeheartedly agree with your comments in this post. I also found that many Africans have stereotypes about African Americans that can border on the equivalent of racism experienced here in the U.S. Still, patience, understanding, and confidence help to overcome those situations and perhaps even change points of view! No one can really judge what they had never known personally. Media has a way of tainting impressions when one has not seen a place or people in real life! I look forward to your next posts!
I've lived in Korea for many years it was hard getting use to things~but I had to keep my focus. I have lived in a few African countries during the summer~despite the new challenges it brings a type of freedom! There is an increase in blacks (especially men) being targeted in Canada, US, UK etc. Thinking about living permanently in Africa.
My Sister, you never fail to amaze me. I'm from Grand Rapids Michigan and have been living, and working in Africa for the past 35 years. You are dead on point. Even after 35 years i still face these key challenges. I'm glad you're back, and keep doing what you're doing. It's important. Respect From Rwanda!
Hey Bro/Sis. Greetings! The English language is a weird one and we have to watch our words. Words are Spirit. So she’s right on point would be better. I hope you over stand and appreciate what I’m trying to convey.
Hi Mrs Shipanga😁I am Namibian and I can definitively atest with all u said...u got me thinking about the information issues🤔definitely need yo do something about it.
Excellent video as always sister. I just recently returned from visiting with my future wife in North Africa. It is soooo very refreshing to see you express and convey this message. It has been my experience that I don't have to work as hard to accomplish some things there as I often have to do in America or Europe. You are right..... It's a different type of convenience and in all honesty the flow of Africa so to speak: it allows me a liberty that is either absent or in some cases considered or is illegal in the United States and or Europe. My "American" level of motivation and "get things not only done but done WELL" demeanor tends to impress everyone around me and has won me favor often times with people that I did not know were observing me.
Im African living in Africa but I can understand your experience because I have lived in many African countries apart from my own, the one thing I will tell anyone moving to any African country is PLEASE TRY TO LEARN THE LANGUAGE, this will automatically reduce your burden by 70%, and try not to alienate yourself from the locals, this can be somewhat difficult to do at first but Africans are simple minded people, if they see you as one of them, most of your doing will be made way easier than that of the locals.
Before people could think of the year of return 2019, you are among the first African American who decided to move to the Motherland. Thank you so much for sharing this video.May God continue to bless you and your family.
Samuel Williams Not true ... she may have moved to Africa some years before the year of Return but those who actually did before that , are folks like Rita Marley and many others in Ghana and across Africa you don’t hear about so stop the lies . There are folks who have lived in Ghana for 30 years and counting from the diaspora , so comparatively she is toddler amongst those returnees .
I grew up here in the state, when I went back to my Home land, I almost snap.. because someone cut in front of me. And the banker was 45mins late, when she got in, she started to reposition things which took another 15mins.. 😡😡 I almost lost too. Afterward, I started to 😂😂😂 at myself. It was so different and I now understand that.
Hi Kalyan, It is not an easy decision to make, I agree that home sickness can really come into play especially if one is close to their parents or family members. On the other hand going to countries where the people are big hearted with warm smiles helps a lot. The decay of American morality even further then it was by the media and political system is heartbreaking. To be in a land with such vastness of life and beauty is second to none. The day to day struggles are there too but, the connection many Africans have to God and earth can sustain one with little and still remain deeply happy. I think you have the best of both worlds and have been blessed with a wonderful husband and child and vis-à-vis (not sure if the spelling is correct). I visited Botswana a few years back and the van broke down on the highway and so many good natured people stopped to help, I was amazed. The other amazing thing was seeing multiple huge elephants from the highway, I was scared to death. So glad your back.
I'm an Namibian but I learned some tips from you that are helpful. I leave in the capital city Windhoek and read a lot of productivity and organization tips, mostly from the authors in the USA. My mindset for service level expectations are like those from western world and this makes me unhappy most of the time. I easily become irritated and impatient. Thanks a lot from sharing these soft skills.
My husband and I traveled to various countries via US Military. Most our tours were three years. Although I enjoyed my stay in those countries I was happy to leave when the time came. I realized that I did not want to settle in any foreign land, I just wanted to travel those places! Enjoy your life!
I want to thank you so much for helping me and my family as we are making the transition to Namibia, your words of wisdom have always put us at ease with the most issues. We are still at a five year time line because of family but we will retire at are new retreat in keetmenshoop . Thanks again .👋🏾👍🏾 and lance sure knows how to have those mommy moments 🤣🤣 he's so big now.
Stephanie Pierre lol what's so great about Mauritius and la Reunion? If you can't make it in America ( 50 States) then you won't make in those Islands i am sorry and please don't follow in others footsteps.
Johnny Lintz Who said she can't make it in the states? ..Is there a problem with her being curious about different places? She can want 2 go and check things out in other places. Nothing wrong with that.
Thank you for making this great video significant personal skills needed for adapting to the Namibian (African Continental) environment. Namibia is one of the countries I have migratory interests in. Peace 🌹and Blessings!!!
Wow you are spot on, I just recently came home to the U.S after living in Nairobi Kenya for 6 months. The tests were sooo real but so were all of the beautiful blessings I received and friends for life I've made! I'll be going back to Africa for sure and God willing I'll be able to replant my roots as you have done...thx for sharing Sis!
You are a total lady. Keep be strong and reap the rewards of being in the motherland. Confidence is definitely everything. People are fond of discouraging you from doing anything and listening to them is the biggest mistake you can ever make because you can end up living a life that has nothing to do with you, your energy, your stamp on it e.t.c To be honest, what I have noticed about people is that most of the negativity of discouraging you to do anything is JEALOUSY because they haven't the talent and resourcefulness to be go getters. Try if you can, to NEVER tell people of your intentions because that is how they kill them (your intentions) off.
You nailed alot of stuff on the head. As a kenyan living in New york i also experience near similar stuff. It could be a culture shock. I find it very rude of the people in New york not to answer back when you say hello to them. Another thing is trying to ask a person for directions if you dont have GPS. In Africa a person will take time to help you out, and infact if you are in a country like Tanzania someone will drop whatever they are doing to take you upto the site you want. All the same let us all understand and learn that different regions and countries have their own way of conducting business. Adage, when you go to Rome, do what the Romans do.
I just finished get some things in order ready to repatriate back to the continent. This video was extremely informative and helpful great job. Do you help with information far as emigration agents and visa etc.?
Kylan, thats an educating video in general... humility and basic local language skills will help too. Thats really beautiful sharing this. God keep you strong.
I’m in Europe and some of the points you laid out are similar to us here and sometimes for example you find yourself even going back home to Africa just because things just don’t work out as you expected. And from my experience ignorance is hindrance. I remember stuck with my visa extension and the immigration system here in Europe don’t have time...a process that brought me down on my knees. Thanks for sharing. It motivates me to keep pushing.
😁😁😁😁 You are so right about the pace in Africa. I am from Sierra Leone in West Africa. I have lived in New York city for 30+ years . I got back to NYC last week Tuesday from having a funeral ceremony for my late mother in Africa. What seem like a hectic day for my brother sisters and other family members , was a slow pace for my older sister who lives in Middle Town , upstate N Y and I . 😎 Being away from the cold , to moving about in the hot weather in Africa was nice. 🙄 Now I am back dealing with bone chilling cold for the past few days.
Excellent Video Queen ~ The Only Thing I Would Add is That Expats Must Learn The Language There Are People That’s Been In Africa 10+ Years & Cannot Even Hold A Basic Conversation Really Makes You Question if They Are Trying To Reconnect With Their Roots Or Export The European Lifestyle Over Here
I am so elated for you. You are living your best life, and sharing it with us! Thank you for being so real and informative. Your son is all grown up almost! Wow! Time does fly!
Hellooo sista. Its been a long time since I've last watched your videos. Your son has gotten so tall, I was like whose that man behind her🤣. You look great, your dreads are beautiful.Great decision. The video was on point. There are many people especially from AfroAm descent that need those skills, Africa is nothing like America in any way. On another note, many of the people I've seen going over are ex pats and the formally educated, neither of which am I and I'm feeling kind of inferior or like I will have a harder time finding work. BUT, I'm still hopeful, I have 1.5yrs to go before my transition over. My first trek will be this summer August, to Ghana. Is there formalities we can look at in advance at any sites when it comes to entrepreneurship there?
I can’t speak to formalities because I’m sure they differ across the continent but check out this book on Amazon 101 Ways to Do Business in Africa! I think you’ll find it useful! ❤️
You will do fine on the continent if you follow the wisdom of many like her who have successfully moved back and thrived in their #professional careers, #business or #community initiatives.
You don't have to suck it up. Metaphorically. But you can literally. Digging a 10+ deep well and connect it to another well then pour in water and use a standard fan or motor to transfer cooll aair to any aarea you choose. Boom.
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Love this video, Goddess!💕 Ive lived in Kenya for 10 years and can definitely attest to everything youve expressed here! Blessings to you and the fam!❤🖤💚✊🏿
Iam American most of my friends are from Africa knew them 30 years or more.My fiance is from Ethiopia.Being patient humble in having understanding should be practiced everyday in life.
Love this video. theses are very relevant and important 'skills' to have. I keep theses ideas in my thoughts as i build my home in the motherland. They make fo a much more enjoyable time in the process.
