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PLEASE COME WE NEED THEM!!! PLEASE PLEASE COME! I'd rather have African Americans benefiting from Africa's resources than all the Chinese, Lebanese, Indians, Europeans, so please come! Here is a video about agricultural investments in Africa ua-cam.com/video/E7H3Yd63wOo/v-deo.html feel free to watch Search for uhuru's other videos on repatriating to africa they are long but informative and good
I don't possess an agriculture degree but I'm definitely looking to financially invest in farming on the continent. Specifically produce as I eat only plant based. No meat, dairy, eggs, or cheese and I'm anti GMO. I see the problems South Africa is having right now with the farms. Most of the farmers that got their land back don't have the financial resources to get them up and running again.
Absolutely! Most of the time, not all the time, Africans from the continent will come to America and they don't really reach out to us at all. But when we visit the continent or migrate, we will go out of our way to get to know the culture and the people. I wonder how other diaspora Africans are treated when they visit?
Blacklilly99 It's because for African immigrants coming here, its simply a business decision. They are not here to connect with their roots, they are here to make money.
I agree with you on everything. The romanticism or misinformation exist on both sides. It's a learning process, but we must have an open mind to bridge the gaps.
A lot of great points here, I absolutely romantisize the continent and feel that it fuels my desire to ultimately move there permanently. Thanks for this video, sis
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The romanticised notions go both ways, & travel & dialog, meeting each other, is the only way we break down false perceptions & stereotypes. Anyone who takes on this initiative should be commended, hope to see & talk to you here in South Africa.
Great video and well versed interview!! We just reached our 2 yr. anniversary of being in Botswana and still enjoying it. Yes...there are struggles, but living in Africa is life changing! You really don't realize how polluted your "American" views are until you live here. Congratulations...hope to see many more!
I am so very proud of you. I saw the entire AJ panel discussion and I think you were excellent. You hit every point that you needed to make. I'm Tanzanian and even I know that the South African man was reaching. I value your experience and your views and what your journey has been repatriating to the homeland. You did well. And for anyone else reading this comment, I hope you do not allow the comments of a few to discourage you from visiting that African country you've always wanted to visit. The continent is so big and vast and diverse. You will be glad you made that trip.
Thank you! You just confirmed everything for me I would like to visit Tanzania this year but was having doubts because I would have to go solo. Would like to visit Dar Es Salem and the islands. Will I be safe if going solo?
Tracy Walker You'll be fine. Dar is my hometown and you'll be safe there. Just make sure you do a little research before going so you know how to deal with currency and anything else that will make your trip smoother.
I watched the live panel discussion and I didn't really agree with the South African brother. And I'm an African myself. I don't think he's qualified to understand how it feels for African Americans to come back home to Africa, the land of their ancestors. I've seen some AAs who after they land in Africa for the first time, they fall to their knees and kiss the ground. And I've seen some who once they land cannot contain themselves and break down into tears of joy. I think we continental Africans need to let them express themselves in whichever way they feel like. Let them enjoy their first time on the continent and all we need do is get out of their way, and not be the joy killers. The brother, however, had some other wonderful insights, though.
It was very emotional for me we visiting West African in Nov. My feet had swollen from the long flight but nothing was going to stop me from experiencing home. When I returned to the states I yearn to return.
I felt the same way...When I first touched down on the Continent. I felt something come over me..Its an experience you can't describe..I will be going back later this year.
Wow, I am glad to see you back . Here is my take on that, I was fantasize about Africa in negative form which I learn from western education but I always want to visit until one day, I finally made my mind in visit Senegal Dakar. Since then , I made 5 trips currently I am building for dream home there. That was the best feeling in the world when I land there. Just to be in all black country, wow,the feeling was better than (sex) . Growing up in jamaica my siblings and I was told consently one day we will move to Ethiopia . I don't know how much you know about jamaican culture we strongly believe in Africa specially Ethiopia.
Ethiopia was the first African country I went too..I had a great time...looking forward to returning within the next year..As a Black American..your spirit is telling you this is the part of the world in which you belong..Is everything perfect, no, but you know its where you should be.
I've always been confused by this because as a Ghanian I grew up not knowing much about the slave trade but knowing that Jamaicans were our brothers because many of us were taken there, and Ghanaians LOVE Jamaicans. But when I moved to America and learned more about Jamaicans it was all about Ethiopia and it makes no sense to me because not a single slave taken to the western hemisphere came from Ethiopia. I know much of this has to do with Haile Salasie and the rasta movement but jamaicans have so much Akan culture and history in them I.e Queen Nanny, the Maroons, Coromantee, Anansi, Ackee I mean you even look like us it's crazy! But I agree with you Senegal is such a beautiful place, the culture is so humbling, food is AMAZING, the people are so kind and beautiful
Roni - you do know west africans orginally migrated from east africa? let them come be where ever they choose. your coment is very divisive I'm surprised this is coming from a Ghanaian. I expect this from a Nigerian.
I watched you on the panel and you knocked it out the park! Thank you for following it up with your response and as long as you are on social media I will be there for you.
African Americans aren’t taught anything about International issues and defiantly Not Africa. We (Africans & African Americans) need to start coming together. We need to educate each other about our cultures and issues and work together. The colonizers thrive on us being separated.
This panel discussion was so interesting to watch/listen to. I honestly think you all made very great points (especially you and the other young lady of course). I think the SA guy can only speak to his experience/perspective. I do think you gave him something to think about. I enjoy your realistic approach to life. You are an amazing black woman!
sista , it is great to see a beautiful and intelligent woman like you, showing interest in the MOTHER LAND. enjoy it. no place on earth is perfect...but africa is surely BLESSED. but also remember , that we as black people ,all over the world are MESSED UP, ever since the western world landed on us(slavery and colonialism 1441-1888).They have messed up our view about ourselves using their educational institutions and media. so we have a very awkward way of seeing each other and are prone to disrespect each other. but pls don't let that put you off. stay strong and keep studying and enjoying africa.... and yes: i agree with you, you don't need ANY SPECIAL PERMISSION to return HOME. YOU ARE A NATURAL AFRICAN, so AFRICA welcomes you NATURALLY.
I saw the Al Jazeera piece too and I was like "Heyyyy that's the sister that lives in Tanzania!" It was really exciting to listen to this dialogue. I just returned from Morocco and the various ethnicities that literally absorbed me to to speak was a beautifully overwhelming experience and I will be returning in the coming months to further speak with my fiancee's family.
My dear you are right; it has been always a conflit between nature and culture: african americans, naturally they are africans but culturelly they are westernized. Nobody cannot blame african americans if they have difficulties to adapt themselves in Africa, it takes times. Brothers, sisters africans and africans americans, I tell you the reality of Wakanda african nation is closer than before. You have started the building of Wakanda african nation!
We all romanticise about what we don't know. It's human nature. Blacks are looking for reconnection to Africa. So there shouldn't be condemnation over it. It should be encouraged.
I'm currently reading Homegoing and this conversation is so timely for me. For starters I can relate to the sense of pride that you speak of. I agree diasporas should have free access to genealogy DNA tests and opportunities to visit our ancestral homes. I've never considered moving to Africa but the desire to leave the US has always been something I've daydreamed about. I visited South Africa Johannesburg when I was 23 and I learned so much. 10 years later I am still so curious and intend on visiting the continent of Africa again. You added so much to the conversation on al Jazeera, well done!
I wisssssshhhh somebody WOULD tell me not to come to my ancestors space (West Africa)! But LOL, I think the African Diaspora and Black Africans need to have more conversations and open minds. We've both been colonized and SUFFER from it. ❤❤❤
Definitely agree with you regarding colonisation. I just want to correct you, there is no "Black" Africans. There is Africans and then you can hyphenate or prefix the rest e.g Indian Africans, White Africans etc.
congratulations Kylan on your interview. I am Namibian living in Windhoek. I also feel there is a need to give guided home land experiences for the youth in America. Sometimes a new perspective is all that one needs to impact a sense of purpose in a young persons' life. I don't know what would be needed to realize this, but we can work with a local church that has outreaches in informal settlements and helping vulnerable individuals. I think an exchange program of some sort would be ideal. we offcourse need to get sponsors and a structure in place so make the most out of the visit... i know one AA couple(preachers in windhoek, their ministry is called KOI international) they had a program to pay for vulnerable children to see black panther last week, so maybe a few interested people can come together to make it a reality.
I like this idea! I'm an African American living in New York. I grew up in the ghetto and saw a lot of intelligent young people waste their life. And I always hope to one day be able to show them something different to help them realize their worth.
I think I know that couple and that's so fantastic that they did took those kids to see the movie! Love that! And yes, these kinds of trips are an important experience and could be life changing.
I think that Africans in the continent are also ignorant about the diaspora, and I think that it's a good thing that we are learning about one another, these types of conversations needs to continue so that we can reconnect, and build our continent together.
I was really glad you spoke up for African Americans and the romanticism of Africa. I desire to see the African Diaspora united as one people. Unified. But as an African American I'm disheartened when I run into Africans who are stand-offish and look down on African Americans. I just want unity and I don't understand why many (not all) Africans are not as engaging and welcoming. We are the same people with the same bloodline.
Champagne Gold Most Africans are welcoming but sorry about the bad apples. There are some who still hold on to that resentment of being made fun of by African Americans in the past & didn't feel that welcomed by African Americans when they first moved to America. You know stereotypical jokes about Africa, being made fun of for the food they eat , called African booty scratcher, & etc. The good news is that the mutual respect is improving on both sides IMO. The internet is playing a big role as well. In real life I see more AA's and Africans dating, getting married, and simply just being friends. I believe relations will get better due to the increase of 2nd & 3rd generation Africans. I am second generation. Yeah, just ignore the bad apples.
It has a lot to do with ignorance about one another. I also think that for some Africans, the only exposure they have about AA is from main stream media, either in RAP music or ratchet reality TV shows, so we need to educate one another, one way is through UA-cam , show the side of your culture that is not shown on tv(propaganda mostly is shown on TV but the average person does not recognize propaganda right away). I am African living in Africa, and I have learned a great deal about AA life and their struggle through youtube.
I watched the original video some months ago. I didn't know you made a response video but I'm so glad you did. I love that you do not make this a cut and dry answer and address the complexities of the Diasporan experience in connection with those on the Continent. I thoroughly appreciate your viewpoints and the time you take as boots on the ground to share your perspectives. Keep up the good work!
i've been looking at your videos for a long time.. getting more and more information before i make my move.. i plan on visiting this year. thank you for all the informaton
I really enjoyed the discussion the panel had. You did a great job and provided great insight! It was a nice surprise to see you on the panel because I remembered your face from a UA-cam video a couple of years ago, the African American in Africa one. It's great to see that your still doing well! Just subscribed to your channel
Well said! Good points throughout. Black youth throughout the diaspora should have the chance to visit the continent and learn about it. AA's visiting may not have all of the proper protocols but I'm sure many of us would follow the universal "golden rule" (treat others as you want to be treated). I visited South Africa in 2013, amazing experience, the black Africans there were warm and welcoming and we had good conversations with them. Everyone was courteous and respectful on both sides to each other. Cool that you were on Al Jazeera- thanks for sharing your experience.
*Excellent video.. love what you're doing. Having said that, my only issue with those native Africans who believe that there should be a qualifying criteria for Black people from the diaspora, who wants to visit the Continent, why don't these same Africans have the same reservations for white people? I am unapologetically diasporic African and I deserve to visit any African nation without being subjected to vacuous, narrow minded imposed standards. Sorry!*
A family is made up of different unique people, but are still related and work together. It's the same for Africans and the diaspora. We are family, and more importantly, we have bigger enemies to face, and we cannot face them alone.
Hi K, enjoyed your view on this topic. I have reviewed your channel African American in Africa channel many times and you cover the views that any AA should consider b 4 making this journey. And, info & interviews are relevant for any person who is considering a move to our Africa. Thank you for participating in this.
I was happy to see you and Seren on the panel. I would like to visit the continent but I have the same sentiment as Seren as far as where I am rooted. Thanks for always representing African Americans abroad and responding to the SA panelist.
Yes I agree with you in what you are saying in this video. I would like to add that I feel that as an African American, we are looked at like we have money and we have to make their lives in whatever country in Africa we are in better. I feel like that is selfish, I have gone to Tanzania and Ghana and the people always act like you have money or they say take me to America with you...and I'm like just get on a plane! I think to myself that I don't know why they act like I have to invest in them or take them to America and I am here just trying to take care of myself! If anything I feel Africa owes their people who left as slaves some type of help, in order to assimilate and live in Africa. But anyway sorry its just me ranting however that doesn't stop me from wanting to live in Africa, because this is still a future goal of mine. I just wanted to say that you did are great job on the panel and I hope you do more interviews like that in the future!!!! Go sis!!!
1hanamai...Same thing happens in America. Some AAs saying to Africans...take me to Africa with you. But it's true that Africans on the continent think that AAs have more money than them. And this because all they see on TV are rich AAs, singers, TV personalities and movie stars.
Tracy Walker, I can assure you, you will be fine. I was in Zanzibar, Tanzania last year. It was epic! They're very welcoming. My experience surpassed my expectations. Are you on Facebook?
I love the fact you felt the need to expound further on your answers on this platform. I do think it is our responsibility to teach our people on the contenint about words that has a negative conitation. I do get they are uneducated about American racial issues. I feel it is our job to correct some of the things about black people in America so Africans on the continent will be mindful of their comments. great job!
Very well spoken kylan- i like the idea of having kids to visit Africa- I have some ideas how that can work if you would like to chat. Glad to hear your zeal to understand the part of Africa you are in. Welcome to Kenya too-
Firstly great follow up video and I love the points that you made. Also just want to really thank and encourage you to keep doing what you do and creating opportunities for dialog between diasporans. Im West African but grew up British was married to AA until recently so I understand where you coming from. Def support more AA going to Africa (and more Africans being more cultured about AA) . Better romanticized views than negative ones. Bottom line is its as important for Africans to see AA showing them love as it is for AA to get a full and deeper understanding of themselves and African cultures. We don't fully yet appreciate the power and necessity of greater solidarity/cooperation between black Dispasporans and Africans. But we gonna change that either this gen or next couple I believe that
I think that if both sides are humble and receptive, the interaction can be wonderful. There is damage on both sides, one side is coming from a history of slavery and the other side is coming from a history of colonialism. Some people have very little tolerance for stupidity. That was the impression I got from the South African panelist. I saw a AA girl on UA-cam completely trash Ghana in true ghetto fashion. It infuriated the Ghanaians who saw the video. I have a completely different perspective and I feel very drawn to many Africans that I have encountered(e.g. Nigerians and Ghanians) because they are similar to my Jamaican side of the family. I am African American and Jamaican culturally just like you are of Caribbean descent. Nevertheless, I have seen some African Americans who are 100% educated and receptive to their African ancestry.
Brilliant minds think🤔 alike! I too said to many of associates and friends many years ago, that if black American children had an opportunity to go to and spend time in a black nation while learning their AA history, it could help our plight in the diaspora! 🌍
I spent over 6 months in Africa (Ethiopia, Kenya and Djibouti) and overall, I felt more relaxed, less stress and more appreciative of Africa. I saw and met many white people who were living the dream in Africa and enjoying every minute of it. The locals treated them well, unlike how blacks are treated in America or the west in general. Africa is nothing like it is portrayed in the western media. The African countries are striving with natural organic resources. Cost of living is low, and your American dollar can go a long way over here. For the price you pay to live in the west you could live like two kings in Africa, with a maid, gardner, and driving ready and willing to take care of all your daily needs. Don't let the media fool you into thinking that Africa is not worth the visit.
Thank you and you're so right! I really have trouble keeping up with sharing everything on social media (FB, IG, and TW)... to be honest, I want to hire someone as soon as I can!
Great video Kaylan! It's such a wide topic to cover, definitely not possible in that short 30 minutes! I struggle a lot with people feeling the need to use the n-word with or around me, and not understanding or accepting when I (kindly) tell them that it makes me uncomfortable. Do you usually address it? Or let it go? I know part of it is a lack of education in black American history, but sometimes it gets me!
After watching an African woman on the breakfast club and reading the comments of the Africans, I now feel more separated and unvalued by the African people.
I know! I saw you speaking on the show. Well done!. I would love to see a mass exodus of all blacks from different parts of the globe to Africa. I'm a black woman from the UK and have seen the struggle of Aftocaribbeans in Europe and Latin America but a strong sense of pride for most in their African heritage. I really have a burning desire to at least see parts of Africa.
I would definitely say if we keep it then the resorts and sex tourists where you can rent a rasta and rent a caribbean girl has to go I am not for that at all. The huge divide between rich and poor and colorism also must go too.
I watched your segment on Al Jazeera. You were great. I agree it did seem that there was subtle shade towards African Americans and their desire to be a part of Africa. 1. Yes, there are some AA who go to Africa with romantic ideas. This is because they want to connect to a history and culture they were denied. Many don’t know or socialize with Africans in the US so they don’t have someone to school/teach them the does and don’ts like I did. 2. Africans also have a romantic view of AA. I constantly had to combat the American stereotypes of AA while in Africa. Also, I was expected to know certain African culture because I was Black. I was constantly defending myself and explaining how it was wrong to hold me to certain African standards when I had No clue. Somethings I was willing to learn and some I just weren’t because they went against my own beliefs and culture. I was also shocked at how many Africans knew nothing about the Slave Trade.
I did a video about how I chose Namibia: ua-cam.com/video/mA3-XO-eHwo/v-deo.html For an evern quicker overview watch this one too: ua-cam.com/video/C8GEv_u4kII/v-deo.html
We need more conversations like this. We're not obligated to agree on everything because we do in fact have our differences. But that shouldn't stop us from doing business with each other. I do want to point out, it's hypocritical to have a high expectations placed on African Americans on how we're supposed to approach Africa while having very little (if any) on non Black foreign nationals. There are still European tourists to this day who expect VIP treatment and even butt in lines for service.
Africa is for everyone Namibia in particular. If you want to come to Africa you are welcome. We're in democracy I mean in Namibia you're free to do what you want. There's no a place without bad and good things. It's all about how you tackle them. Take a trip to Africa and experience the adventure. I know we all gonna have different points of view.
Hmm, that's weird... I have sound when I watch it! But I would google " Why are some African-Americans moving to Africa? | The Stream" and it will probably pop up on their website!
But for Africans calling African Americans the N word its not necessarily ignorance. Its the media. Africans watch lots of western media and how the blacks in the states hv come to glorify the N word. So in turn they dont see no offense if they see african americans and call them the N word. Of course you dont need African approvals because you are one of us. You are our sister and friend and so be at home in Africa.
Yes, definitely, when I finally get to take the test I'm going to be using that specific company. I like that they're black owned and give much more detail.
🌍 Hi, thanks for watching!
👉🏾 So, how can you too move to an African country? Here my advice on 5 ways you can do it: bit.ly/2HCWqpF
👉🏾 Need help deciding which African country to move to/visit first? Here's how to figure it out: bit.ly/2L3sIwp
👉🏾 Thinking about starting a business in Africa? DEFINITELY read this! bit.ly/2N54Ysr
👉🏾 Looking for more reflections/tips from other African Americans living ALL around Africa PLUS advice on how to relocate to an African country, be sure to visit my website, "African American In Africa": www.aainafrica.com
Thanks as always for following my journey :)
AfroAmericaninAfrica when you visiting The Gambia ?
Wow I'm in Baltimore and all I want to do is go there with my new found agriculture skills🖤
Matah 33,...if you have a degree in Agric...don't even hesitate. You'll be an asset there. Just do some research and make some connections.
please come to Namibia.. you will fit right in..
PLEASE COME WE NEED THEM!!! PLEASE PLEASE COME! I'd rather have African Americans benefiting from Africa's resources than all the Chinese, Lebanese, Indians, Europeans, so please come! Here is a video about agricultural investments in Africa ua-cam.com/video/E7H3Yd63wOo/v-deo.html feel free to watch Search for uhuru's other videos on repatriating to africa they are long but informative and good
I don't possess an agriculture degree but I'm definitely looking to financially invest in farming on the continent. Specifically produce as I eat only plant based. No meat, dairy, eggs, or cheese and I'm anti GMO. I see the problems South Africa is having right now with the farms. Most of the farmers that got their land back don't have the financial resources to get them up and running again.
Matah 33 We are about to forcefully expropriate all the farm land from whites here in South Africa. Migrate to South Africa.
I think that works in reverse as well. Many Africans have romanticized views about moving to America.
saleana cleveland and the UK. I have met many who feel its a land of opportunity.
Absolutely! Most of the time, not all the time, Africans from the continent will come to America and they don't really reach out to us at all. But when we visit the continent or migrate, we will go out of our way to get to know the culture and the people. I wonder how other diaspora Africans are treated when they visit?
The latter was a rhetorical question, but I really want to know..lol
Blacklilly99 It's because for African immigrants coming here, its simply a business decision. They are not here to connect with their roots, they are here to make money.
I'm one of them lol!
I was so proud of you girl! You are an inspiration to African Americans who want to connect. You were going in!
I saw it! I was like: "I 'know' her," so beautiful, intelligent and insightful. Great discussion.
I am Namibian and I believe that all African Americans or any Africans in the diaspora should have the same rights as me. No question asked.
Thank You!
I agree with you on everything. The romanticism or misinformation exist on both sides. It's a learning process, but we must have an open mind to bridge the gaps.
A lot of great points here, I absolutely romantisize the continent and feel that it fuels my desire to ultimately move there permanently. Thanks for this video, sis
I'm Very Proud of You!....
Your Are Intelligent / Strong / Beautiful/ REAL CONSCIOUS... I Worked In Nigeria 1982.... Black America Company Contracted By The Nigerian Television Authority (NTA)...
Lived There 6+ Months Traveled To Various Nigerian States...
BLACK PEOPLE we just have to GET THERE!..
Then You Can Decide For Yourself!.... But The Only Way To Do That... IS TO GO!
You'll Learn Alot About Yourself. You'll learn about Africa and its people... You will have to make adjustments. But there is still alot for us to do there... It's a learning experience!. That's truly unforgettable!..
Seeing No White For a Couple of Months that include TV... Seeing A Black World with Black People on the Money. The experiences that can be had are truly mind blowing. Stay Strong Again. Very PROUD of YOU.
Your story is so inspiring
keep posting , your opening many eyes with your experience and knowledge
The romanticised notions go both ways, & travel & dialog, meeting each other, is the only way we break down false perceptions & stereotypes. Anyone who takes on this initiative should be commended, hope to see & talk to you here in South Africa.
Great video and well versed interview!! We just reached our 2 yr. anniversary of being in Botswana and still enjoying it. Yes...there are struggles, but living in Africa is life changing! You really don't realize how polluted your "American" views are until you live here. Congratulations...hope to see many more!
Hey Paula! Thank so much for watching! So happy you guys are still enjoying Botswana. We have to catch up soon!
AfroAmericaninAfrica Yes we do!!
Start your own blog pliz.
All of this!! Thank you for representing the views of so many of us. I
I am so very proud of you. I saw the entire AJ panel discussion and I think you were excellent. You hit every point that you needed to make. I'm Tanzanian and even I know that the South African man was reaching. I value your experience and your views and what your journey has been repatriating to the homeland. You did well.
And for anyone else reading this comment, I hope you do not allow the comments of a few to discourage you from visiting that African country you've always wanted to visit. The continent is so big and vast and diverse. You will be glad you made that trip.
Thank you! You just confirmed everything for me I would like to visit Tanzania this year but was having doubts because I would have to go solo. Would like to visit Dar Es Salem and the islands. Will I be safe if going solo?
Thank you so much for your continued support Czar! Really appreciate it!
Tracy Walker You'll be fine. Dar is my hometown and you'll be safe there. Just make sure you do a little research before going so you know how to deal with currency and anything else that will make your trip smoother.
I watched the live panel discussion and I didn't really agree with the South African brother. And I'm an African myself. I don't think he's qualified to understand how it feels for African Americans to come back home to Africa, the land of their ancestors. I've seen some AAs who after they land in Africa for the first time, they fall to their knees and kiss the ground. And I've seen some who once they land cannot contain themselves and break down into tears of joy. I think we continental Africans need to let them express themselves in whichever way they feel like. Let them enjoy their first time on the continent and all we need do is get out of their way, and not be the joy killers. The brother, however, had some other wonderful insights, though.
It is a very emotional experience. I know my friends when I took them to South Africa felt very emotional.
It was very emotional for me we visiting West African in Nov. My feet had swollen from the long flight but nothing was going to stop me from experiencing home. When I returned to the states I yearn to return.
I felt the same way...When I first touched down on the Continent. I felt something come over me..Its an experience you can't describe..I will be going back later this year.
MamaDee: I felt at peace when went to Ghana but I’m still looking for that place on the continent where I can say , “Now this is home”
"I've seen some who once they land cannot contain themselves and break down into tears of joy." This right here is powerful!
Wow, I am glad to see you back . Here is my take on that, I was fantasize about Africa in negative form which I learn from western education but I always want to visit until one day, I finally made my mind in visit Senegal Dakar. Since then , I made 5 trips currently I am building for dream home there. That was the best feeling in the world when I land there. Just to be in all black country, wow,the feeling was better than (sex) . Growing up in jamaica my siblings and I was told consently one day we will move to Ethiopia . I don't know how much you know about jamaican culture we strongly believe in Africa specially Ethiopia.
Ethiopia was the first African country I went too..I had a great time...looking forward to returning within the next year..As a Black American..your spirit is telling you this is the part of the world in which you belong..Is everything perfect, no, but you know its where you should be.
I've always been confused by this because as a Ghanian I grew up not knowing much about the slave trade but knowing that Jamaicans were our brothers because many of us were taken there, and Ghanaians LOVE Jamaicans. But when I moved to America and learned more about Jamaicans it was all about Ethiopia and it makes no sense to me because not a single slave taken to the western hemisphere came from Ethiopia. I know much of this has to do with Haile Salasie and the rasta movement but jamaicans have so much Akan culture and history in them I.e Queen Nanny, the Maroons, Coromantee, Anansi, Ackee I mean you even look like us it's crazy! But I agree with you Senegal is such a beautiful place, the culture is so humbling, food is AMAZING, the people are so kind and beautiful
Bestofafrica Bestofafrica - you do know the late Emperor of Ethiopia left a free land in Ethiopia for jamacians who want to return to Africa.
Roni - you do know west africans orginally migrated from east africa? let them come be where ever they choose. your coment is very divisive I'm surprised this is coming from a Ghanaian. I expect this from a Nigerian.
I watched you on the panel and you knocked it out the park! Thank you for following it up with your response and as long as you are on social media I will be there for you.
You made a valid point on the show. It was nice seeing you defend your view. You are right about both of us learning about each other.
African Americans aren’t taught anything about International issues and defiantly Not Africa. We (Africans & African Americans) need to start coming together. We need to educate each other about our cultures and issues and work together. The colonizers thrive on us being separated.
So true
GlobalAfrican - Exactly. thank you bro
This panel discussion was so interesting to watch/listen to. I honestly think you all made very great points (especially you and the other young lady of course). I think the SA guy can only speak to his experience/perspective. I do think you gave him something to think about. I enjoy your realistic approach to life. You are an amazing black woman!
sista , it is great to see a beautiful and intelligent woman like you, showing interest in the MOTHER LAND. enjoy it. no place on earth is perfect...but africa is surely BLESSED. but also remember , that we as black people ,all over the world are MESSED UP, ever since the western world landed on us(slavery and colonialism 1441-1888).They have messed up our view about ourselves using their educational institutions and media. so we have a very awkward way of seeing each other and are prone to disrespect each other. but pls don't let that put you off. stay strong and keep studying and enjoying africa.... and yes: i agree with you, you don't need ANY SPECIAL PERMISSION to return HOME. YOU ARE A NATURAL AFRICAN, so AFRICA welcomes you NATURALLY.
U are so right on my African American Sista! We as Black Americans have so very much to be proud of and that's facts.💕🇺🇸😄
Beautifully put.
I am impressed with your character and resilience. Amazing, Lady.
Thank you!! 👍🏾
I love your commentary, respect sister
I saw you earlier today. You rock!
I saw the Al Jazeera piece too and I was like "Heyyyy that's the sister that lives in Tanzania!" It was really exciting to listen to this dialogue. I just returned from Morocco and the various ethnicities that literally absorbed me to to speak was a beautifully overwhelming experience and I will be returning in the coming months to further speak with my fiancee's family.
My dear you are right; it has been always a conflit between nature and culture: african americans, naturally they are africans but culturelly they are westernized. Nobody cannot blame african americans if they have difficulties to adapt themselves in Africa, it takes times. Brothers, sisters africans and africans americans, I tell you the reality of Wakanda african nation is closer than before. You have started the building of Wakanda african nation!
We all romanticise about what we don't know. It's human nature. Blacks are looking for reconnection to Africa. So there shouldn't be condemnation over it. It should be encouraged.
I'm currently reading Homegoing and this conversation is so timely for me. For starters I can relate to the sense of pride that you speak of. I agree diasporas should have free access to genealogy DNA tests and opportunities to visit our ancestral homes. I've never considered moving to Africa but the desire to leave the US has always been something I've daydreamed about.
I visited South Africa Johannesburg when I was 23 and I learned so much. 10 years later I am still so curious and intend on visiting the continent of Africa again.
You added so much to the conversation on al Jazeera, well done!
Loved Home Going
Thank you! I've gotta check out that book!
I wisssssshhhh somebody WOULD tell me not to come to my ancestors space (West Africa)! But LOL, I think the African Diaspora and Black Africans need to have more conversations and open minds. We've both been colonized and SUFFER from it. ❤❤❤
Definitely agree with you regarding colonisation. I just want to correct you, there is no "Black" Africans. There is Africans and then you can hyphenate or prefix the rest e.g Indian Africans, White Africans etc.
lol at "wisssssshhhh" so true
we will get there, as long as there is a will, we will make a way.
Young Lady,... job well done!!!
congratulations Kylan on your interview. I am Namibian living in Windhoek. I also feel there is a need to give guided home land experiences for the youth in America. Sometimes a new perspective is all that one needs to impact a sense of purpose in a young persons' life. I don't know what would be needed to realize this, but we can work with a local church that has outreaches in informal settlements and helping vulnerable individuals. I think an exchange program of some sort would be ideal. we offcourse need to get sponsors and a structure in place so make the most out of the visit... i know one AA couple(preachers in windhoek, their ministry is called KOI international) they had a program to pay for vulnerable children to see black panther last week, so maybe a few interested people can come together to make it a reality.
I like this idea! I'm an African American living in New York. I grew up in the ghetto and saw a lot of intelligent young people waste their life. And I always hope to one day be able to show them something different to help them realize their worth.
I think I know that couple and that's so fantastic that they did took those kids to see the movie! Love that! And yes, these kinds of trips are an important experience and could be life changing.
I watched the show. I loved your response to the South African man. It was thoughtful and respectful.
Yes, we are owed A LOT!
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Agreed, they’re giving these other tv networks a run for their money! 🙌🏾
I absolutely love this channel & hope to follow in your footsteps soon. Great job!
I think that Africans in the continent are also ignorant about the diaspora, and I think that it's a good thing that we are learning about one another, these types of conversations needs to continue so that we can reconnect, and build our continent together.
I saw you live!! you did an awesome job.
I was really glad you spoke up for African Americans and the romanticism of Africa. I desire to see the African Diaspora united as one people. Unified. But as an African American I'm disheartened when I run into Africans who are stand-offish and look down on African Americans. I just want unity and I don't understand why many (not all) Africans are not as engaging and welcoming. We are the same people with the same bloodline.
lol, Africans, especially South Africans are standoffish. Despite what the narrative is out there, the bottom line is you stick with family.
Champagne Gold
Most Africans are welcoming but sorry about the bad apples. There are some who still hold on to that resentment of being made fun of by African Americans in the past & didn't feel that welcomed by African Americans when they first moved to America. You know stereotypical jokes about Africa, being made fun of for the food they eat , called African booty scratcher, & etc.
The good news is that the mutual respect is improving on both sides IMO. The internet is playing a big role as well. In real life I see more AA's and Africans dating, getting married, and simply just being friends. I believe relations will get better due to the increase of 2nd & 3rd generation Africans. I am second generation. Yeah, just ignore the bad apples.
It has a lot to do with ignorance about one another. I also think that for some Africans, the only exposure they have about AA is from main stream media, either in RAP music or ratchet reality TV shows, so we need to educate one another, one way is through UA-cam , show the side of your culture that is not shown on tv(propaganda mostly is shown on TV but the average person does not recognize propaganda right away). I am African living in Africa, and I have learned a great deal about AA life and their struggle through youtube.
Lady Live Music - Exactly. a few bad apples not most.
I watched the original video some months ago. I didn't know you made a response video but I'm so glad you did. I love that you do not make this a cut and dry answer and address the complexities of the Diasporan experience in connection with those on the Continent. I thoroughly appreciate your viewpoints and the time you take as boots on the ground to share your perspectives. Keep up the good work!
So HAPPY FOR YOU!!!
i've been looking at your videos for a long time.. getting more and more information before i make my move.. i plan on visiting this year. thank you for all the informaton
I agree with your assertion that we are indeed owed that experience.
i really loved your message on aljazeera.
Wow, thanks so much!
I really enjoyed the discussion the panel had. You did a great job and provided great insight! It was a nice surprise to see you on the panel because I remembered your face from a UA-cam video a couple of years ago, the African American in Africa one. It's great to see that your still doing well! Just subscribed to your channel
Well said! Good points throughout. Black youth throughout the diaspora should have the chance to visit the continent and learn about it. AA's visiting may not have all of the proper protocols but I'm sure many of us would follow the universal "golden rule" (treat others as you want to be treated). I visited South Africa in 2013, amazing experience, the black Africans there were warm and welcoming and we had good conversations with them. Everyone was courteous and respectful on both sides to each other. Cool that you were on Al Jazeera- thanks for sharing your experience.
Thank you for watching and for sharing your experience in South Africa!
*Excellent video.. love what you're doing. Having said that, my only issue with those native Africans who believe that there should be a qualifying criteria for Black people from the diaspora, who wants to visit the Continent, why don't these same Africans have the same reservations for white people? I am unapologetically diasporic African and I deserve to visit any African nation without being subjected to vacuous, narrow minded imposed standards. Sorry!*
A family is made up of different unique people, but are still related and work together. It's the same for Africans and the diaspora. We are family, and more importantly, we have bigger enemies to face, and we cannot face them alone.
Yes you were!!! Great discussion!!
You did a wonderful job on the news sis. Very informative.
Watched this yesterday. Still thinking about it. Appreciate your perspective. Thank you for sharing! :)
Thank you!
Hi K, enjoyed your view on this topic. I have reviewed your channel African American in Africa channel many times and you cover the views that any AA should consider b 4 making this journey. And, info & interviews are relevant for any person who is considering a move to our Africa. Thank you for participating in this.
I agree with everything you are saying pure truth keep up the great videos too keep us informed love ya 😀
Thank you so much for speaking up
I was happy to see you and Seren on the panel. I would like to visit the continent but I have the same sentiment as Seren as far as where I am rooted. Thanks for always representing African Americans abroad and responding to the SA panelist.
Great video!
I definitely saw you live!
I saw you on the live stream and your story on why you moved to Africa is very interesting.
This was a great video!
I truly appreciate your candor. It is in my heart to move to Ghana. I will not be deterred..
You are phenomenal. Just love you.
That would be great to bring young Black kids in America to Africa -- start that business.
Yes I agree with you in what you are saying in this video. I would like to add that I feel that as an African American, we are looked at like we have money and we have to make their lives in whatever country in Africa we are in better. I feel like that is selfish, I have gone to Tanzania and Ghana and the people always act like you have money or they say take me to America with you...and I'm like just get on a plane! I think to myself that I don't know why they act like I have to invest in them or take them to America and I am here just trying to take care of myself! If anything I feel Africa owes their people who left as slaves some type of help, in order to assimilate and live in Africa. But anyway sorry its just me ranting however that doesn't stop me from wanting to live in Africa, because this is still a future goal of mine. I just wanted to say that you did are great job on the panel and I hope you do more interviews like that in the future!!!! Go sis!!!
1hanamai...Same thing happens in America. Some AAs saying to Africans...take me to Africa with you. But it's true that Africans on the continent think that AAs have more money than them. And this because all they see on TV are rich AAs, singers, TV personalities and movie stars.
1hanamal : How did you like Tanzania? Trying to decide if I should visit this year.
Tracy Walker, I can assure you, you will be fine. I was in Zanzibar, Tanzania last year. It was epic! They're very welcoming. My experience surpassed my expectations.
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Love it!
I love the fact you felt the need to expound further on your answers on this platform. I do think it is our responsibility to teach our people on the contenint about words that has a negative conitation. I do get they are uneducated about American racial issues. I feel it is our job to correct some of the things about black people in America so Africans on the continent will be mindful of their comments. great job!
Amén , Sister!
Thanks!
Saw it and recognized you!😀
Very well spoken kylan- i like the idea of having kids to visit Africa- I have some ideas how that can work if you would like to chat. Glad to hear your zeal to understand the part of Africa you are in. Welcome to Kenya too-
You are right, no permission is needed for any African - American to come to Africa.....it is your home
I like your beautfull smile my sister
Firstly great follow up video and I love the points that you made. Also just want to really thank and encourage you to keep doing what you do and creating opportunities for dialog between diasporans.
Im West African but grew up British was married to AA until recently so I understand where you coming from. Def support more AA going to Africa (and more Africans being more cultured about AA) . Better romanticized views than negative ones. Bottom line is its as important for Africans to see AA showing them love as it is for AA to get a full and deeper understanding of themselves and African cultures. We don't fully yet appreciate the power and necessity of greater solidarity/cooperation between black Dispasporans and Africans. But we gonna change that either this gen or next couple I believe that
Yes, agree with all of this! Thanks so much for watching and for the feedback!
AfroAmericaninAfrica you did a great job on the program!
I think that if both sides are humble and receptive, the interaction can be wonderful. There is damage on both sides, one side is coming from a history of slavery and the other side is coming from a history of colonialism. Some people have very little tolerance for stupidity. That was the impression I got from the South African panelist. I saw a AA girl on UA-cam completely trash Ghana in true ghetto fashion. It infuriated the Ghanaians who saw the video. I have a completely different perspective and I feel very drawn to many Africans that I have encountered(e.g. Nigerians and Ghanians) because they are similar to my Jamaican side of the family. I am African American and Jamaican culturally just like you are of Caribbean descent. Nevertheless, I have seen some African Americans who are 100% educated and receptive to their African ancestry.
Brilliant minds think🤔 alike! I too said to many of associates and friends many years ago, that if black American children had an opportunity to go to and spend time in a black nation while learning their AA history, it could help our plight in the diaspora! 🌍
You were excellent
Congratulations
I spent over 6 months in Africa (Ethiopia, Kenya and Djibouti) and overall, I felt more relaxed, less stress and more appreciative of Africa. I saw and met many white people who were living the dream in Africa and enjoying every minute of it. The locals treated them well, unlike how blacks are treated in America or the west in general. Africa is nothing like it is portrayed in the western media. The African countries are striving with natural organic resources. Cost of living is low, and your American dollar can go a long way over here. For the price you pay to live in the west you could live like two kings in Africa, with a maid, gardner, and driving ready and willing to take care of all your daily needs. Don't let the media fool you into thinking that Africa is not worth the visit.
I salute you
Beautiful
You are smart.
You are highly welcome to Sudan as the heart of Africa .
I love your videos. you need to share them on Facebook.
Thank you and you're so right! I really have trouble keeping up with sharing everything on social media (FB, IG, and TW)... to be honest, I want to hire someone as soon as I can!
I saw it!
Great video Kaylan! It's such a wide topic to cover, definitely not possible in that short 30 minutes!
I struggle a lot with people feeling the need to use the n-word with or around me, and not understanding or accepting when I (kindly) tell them that it makes me uncomfortable. Do you usually address it? Or let it go? I know part of it is a lack of education in black American history, but sometimes it gets me!
Hey lady! Thanks so much, but yea, I let it go, but I feel you. Anyway, hope your plans :) are going well!!!!!
After watching an African woman on the breakfast club and reading the comments of the Africans, I now feel more separated and unvalued by the African people.
💃👠👠👠👠 I love your views, I love the ideas.... 👀✌👀
I know! I saw you speaking on the show. Well done!. I would love to see a mass exodus of all blacks from different parts of the globe to Africa. I'm a black woman from the UK and have seen the struggle of Aftocaribbeans in Europe and Latin America but a strong sense of pride for most in their African heritage. I really have a burning desire to at least see parts of Africa.
princessCaribou1...agree and disagree...blacks should never give up the Caribbean tho...it's ours for eternity
I would definitely say if we keep it then the resorts and sex tourists where you can rent a rasta and rent a caribbean girl has to go I am not for that at all. The huge divide between rich and poor and colorism also must go too.
I saw you babes, i was like yess Namibia
I watched your segment on Al Jazeera. You were great. I agree it did seem that there was subtle shade towards African Americans and their desire to be a part of Africa.
1. Yes, there are some AA who go to Africa with romantic ideas. This is because they want to connect to a history and culture they were denied. Many don’t know or socialize with Africans in the US so they don’t have someone to school/teach them the does and don’ts like I did.
2. Africans also have a romantic view of AA. I constantly had to combat the American stereotypes of AA while in Africa. Also, I was expected to know certain African culture because I was Black. I was constantly defending myself and explaining how it was wrong to hold me to certain African standards when I had No clue. Somethings I was willing to learn and some I just weren’t because they went against my own beliefs and culture.
I was also shocked at how many Africans knew nothing about the Slave Trade.
How do you pick a place to live or move to, the continent is so large?
I did a video about how I chose Namibia: ua-cam.com/video/mA3-XO-eHwo/v-deo.html
For an evern quicker overview watch this one too: ua-cam.com/video/C8GEv_u4kII/v-deo.html
Welcome home Kylan
We need more conversations like this. We're not obligated to agree on everything because we do in fact have our differences. But that shouldn't stop us from doing business with each other. I do want to point out, it's hypocritical to have a high expectations placed on African Americans on how we're supposed to approach Africa while having very little (if any) on non Black foreign nationals. There are still European tourists to this day who expect VIP treatment and even butt in lines for service.
Africa is for everyone Namibia in particular. If you want to come to Africa you are welcome. We're in democracy I mean in Namibia you're free to do what you want. There's no a place without bad and good things. It's all about how you tackle them. Take a trip to Africa and experience the adventure. I know we all gonna have different points of view.
is there another link to the Al Jazeera video , there is no sound on that link.
Hmm, that's weird... I have sound when I watch it! But I would google " Why are some African-Americans moving to Africa? | The Stream" and it will probably pop up on their website!
Apparently there was some audio issue for some folks where it only plays in one earphone, so that might be the issue!
Move to Windhoek my friend... I think it’s better this side..
One day, one day!
Seems like a very expensive place though.
But for Africans calling African Americans the N word its not necessarily ignorance. Its the media. Africans watch lots of western media and how the blacks in the states hv come to glorify the N word. So in turn they dont see no offense if they see african americans and call them the N word. Of course you dont need African approvals because you are one of us. You are our sister and friend and so be at home in Africa.
When you speak i listen, it's almost amazing how woke you are. We need more black women with that kind of mindset.
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Yes, definitely, when I finally get to take the test I'm going to be using that specific company. I like that they're black owned and give much more detail.
I just want to meet you and give you a big hug
I love you soo much 😍💕💖💞