I felt both free and targeted when I lived in both TZ and Gambia. It all depends on the people you are associated with. Some accept us and some reject us.
Makes me wonder if Africa is really for us!!! I know of African Americans living in South America and Mexico and their treated really well... better than the way Africans are treating us in Africa!! Something is wrong with that
@@TheResidentialTourists Actually, they don't look like us. Truth be told. As a matter of fact, they look NOTHING like us, but we continue to think we are those people. They hate us the same way today as they did when they sold us. Personally, I want their land, but I don't want a damn thing to do with them.
Foreigners are not alone in being targeted. Even us Kenyans go through the same thing. When we leave Nairobi for the village or other remote parts of the country, we are seen to be rich and we are expected to pay more. Personally, I have gone through that here in Nairobi. For some reason, my face gives of the rich person vibes. I once went to Ngara market and was charged double for an item. The trader had the guts to tell me that I was rich and could afford the price. Don't feel alone in this. When you come to Nairobi, you can ask around. We are used to it to the extent it no longer bother us. When we get overcharged, we just walk to the next vendor.
You are very right. Even when you move to a new neighborhood or go to shop in a new neighborhood you will be overcharged. It has happened to me a million times as a Nairobian. The way to go about it is to learn to negotiate and know at least basic Swahili for the new comers.
Greetings!! Omg I love, and are saddened by your story. As mines resembles and are currently going through the same thing. How can we contact you guys?
Wow, once again great video family! You guys hit the points dead on, I must say and agree with. However, for me with time the adjustment got easier. Yes, i agree that we "Black Americans" will always be viewed as different and a target. As for me, it can be a two-sided coin. Sometimes it allows me a privilege that even with an abundant of resources in American I could never enjoy the same feeling in life as non-Blacks do on a daily basis! Unfortunately, on the other hand, it can bring an added expense at times and disingenuous agenda motivated relationships. However, when adding up the pros and cons compared to life as a Black man in America, there's no question! I've also found out that as time goes on and you learn to speak and most importantly, understand Swahili and the behaviors of the various cultures; you will learn how to maneuver through this society the same way as the so many different ethnic people here do as well!
As someone who’s married to a wonderful Ethiopia woman and experienced Ethiopia firsthand. I feel the love of being black on the continent. And as being seen as a black person from America. Yes your seen as someone who has money because you come from one of the richest countries in the world.
You guys have an almost calming tone in your voices; along with the birds, it's very relaxing and resassuring. Thank you for always acknowledging your feelings, and allow yourself to have them; it's a sign of acceptance and growth. Loved when brother talked about the scarring and having our guard up; will take us time to get rid of that, or at least alleviate the damage. As always, thank you for your fresh, forward thinking perspectives. 🙏🏾
I’m from Georgia here living in Tanzania and I have both feelings too. I was wayyy too free when I got here but learned that you have to be careful at every step of your day when moving around.
I love you guys. Let me say something. I'm probably 20 years older than you. My assessment - it is NOT 'it is what it is' You can gain the respect. And you are right! It is on you and the rest of us that touch ground. The solution? Learn the language. And the respect will come. They are going to feel like we all have money,until we let them know once and for all - that's not the case. Learning Swahilli should be in Category one once you decide to live in a place where they speak the language. At least the numbers and casual conversation. We're done until we [learn as much as possible] the language.Peace and Blessings unto to you.
Hello my brother and sister in Rwanda. I just had an idea about the issue of price in the grocery store. One thing that you guys could do when shopping for food is to go to management ( preferably the store manager ) to request a list of prices for food that you normally buy. For example, if you buy fruit juice on a weekly basis, have the manager write that price on that list of items you have presented. Also, offer that person a few dollars for helping you out that way. Just a suggestion in trying to NOT get ripped off because people tend to think you’re rich. Lastly, have that list readily available when checking out with the cashier. God Bless.
Don’t give up. I know it must be frustrating to feel targeted. I know that it may have been hard to accept this fact when you more than likely had a different expectation. But if you look at what they are dealing with in the US you are truly blessed to have this experience.
You are healing from the extreme trauma of living in Hellmerica. I am experiencing healing leaving that same place. Healing feels great but it takes time to completely heal. I don't know if we can completely heal here on earth.
Healing that's funny. I'm kicked back, living my best life, on cruise control no cares. Yall kill me with that stuff. I came in relaxed. But since i am in N. Africa none of the drama yall are dealing with. Nobody is targeting me. I use the fact they may think i have money as a power tool. Meaning it's mine and you need to convince me if i want to spend it. If i don't like the price i walk away. As for taxis, i quote them a price before the ride. And throw them the money and jet before they try and get greedy. Lol
Great content. 3 yrs is still early days....I totally understand. Feeling like a target is hard and sometimes frustrating after relocation.....overcoming!
Spot-on on the religious harmony especially in Kenya. Over here no one cares about one's religion unless certain sensitivities are in play. Although predominantly Christian, the country's constitution is secular and everyone has equal rights on beliefs and worship. Christmas,Eid, Easter and Diwali festivities are for all respective believers and non-believers. Schools don't discriminate and options for examinable religious subjects are provided. Some families with members of different beliefs live harmoniously. Despite mischievous attempts to pit religions against each other, Kenyans have resisted to succumb to such things.
That feeling of being a “foreigner” is part of living among diverse cultures and communities… tribes, if you will. Africa has the most diverse DNA on the planet! This translates to certain challenges that we all must learn to overcome. E.g. A simple road trip between Mombasa and Nairobi (about 350 miles) will expose to about 5 different communities with separate cultures and languages. Africa is the repository of human diversity so Part of living on this continent is learning how accept and to live with this reality. Now add the effects of rapid modernization and globalization! Ever wondered why the average African speaks 3 languages effortlessly? It’s a product of so much diversity. Welcome to Kenya and Africa! May the Almighty and our ancestors continue to guide you on your journey.
Deep conversations here. I don't know that the money target in Africa can compare in weight to being a target in the US, in race terms. I think one is the notion of "westerners being rich" so could leave you open to some kind of exploitation while the other is acutely negative, a hate in a sense, a you don't belong here kinda thing, laced with real threat to life (the moment you walk out the door). That's a huge weight carry! Well here, you will meet guys all about the money grab, then the "savior mentality" largely informed by poverty or misconceptions about the west. Yes, the internal wrestle, conflict, the comparison, is real. But hopefully, with time you acclimatize, you get the nuances about this new home Kenya and find it a second home. Wishing you guys greater peace. 😅
HI family, thank you for your real transparent truths. I can see both of your viewpoints. Since being seen as a foreigner is valid, but it makes one feel unsettling as as Diasporians we want to be accepted as we are home. I think when you meet and form new friendships and through bonding, you will be home through culture, language and those feelings will leave. Your peace will come.
Not necessary been in Egypt almost 2 years speak a little Arabic but understand it. If i need a fluent i send in my personal assistant. I have friends. I make friends easily. Mostly dealing with the professional class. Everyone has their own money. Some more than me. We interact not talk about or have expectations of getting money out of each other. Sub-Saharan Africa sounds too rough for me. I'm relaxed, no stress, and have been for a while.
The fact that you call it the degrading /disturbing /devisive, disgusting Colonial term. Says allot about YOUR mindset already. There is NO Sub Sahara, only East, West, Central, South, North Afraka!
@Melanated4ever I'm not about to trust someone who once sold me out. And definitely not financing your restoration or your strengthing. I am not a subculture to your culture either. I'm over here to live my best life, and that has nothing to do with you and everything to do with Yah
Thank you for sharing your experiences, this is the consensus of most who repatriate to the Continent, I personally have been researching a place to be at peace outside of the matrix.💫❣️
Black, I can relate to exactly what you're talking about. That vibe is real because, we're always looking to being a come up. This is why we kidnapped Afrikans from America should be as much building with each other as much as possible. My issue is that us kidnapped Afrikans from America don't come together as much as possible as we should. We have the same issue in America and this is why we as a community continue to lose. We're bringing this same characteristics here on the Continent. Once we can come to realize this flaw the sooner we're going feel at home on the Continent. ❤️🖤💚💯✊🏿 Peace!
A great discussion. You're safe in Kenya, as long as you don't directly involve yourself in politics..politicians are the biggest thugs we have in Kenya, who can harm or even deport you to get what they want. They are a threat to everyone.
As for Me, I am an African Amer. married to a Nigerian, living in U.S. I have been to Ghana & Nigeria, I will always visit Africa and I will always live in the U.S. As far as religious freedom, it is BEAUTIFUL when Black People of various faiths can put RACE 1st like Marcus Garvey said. In parts of Nigeria, Burkina Faso, Togo, Mali, Benin, Niger, Mozambique, Somalia etc, Northern Nigeria the radicalized, Islamic, Jihadist, Isis West Africa Terrorists, have been & continue to DELETE African People Every Single Day as they have been doing for CENTURIES !! 👊🏽❤🖤💚
And you went right ahead and spoke for him. 😂😂 His laugh sometimes is to control his frustration. I don't want to call it anger, but more frustration and avoid voicing it on camera.
I just for the life of me don’t understand why African Americans with all the videos on UA-cam teaching about how to operate in Africa, many still think they’re targeted when even locals who look rich get overcharged. Locals who live abroad and return face the same fate. AAs are not necessarily targeted and it’s not personal. Please learn the culture of bargaining and walk away if you believe you’re being overcharged. If you walk away there’s no shame and sometimes the seller might call you back for a lower price. Learn a few local words related courtesy, your price is too much, I won’t pay this price, I’m not buying and so forth. You fool me once it’s on you, you fool me twice it’s on me.
Black, you and I DEFINITELY can relate on your point of wanting to be 💯 with Jokers. But, AFRIKA will play you out because, of the TRUE LOVE you have for your people. But, it's not reciprocated because, we're looked at as foreigners.❤️🖤💚💯✊🏿 Stay Black!
It’s easier for women to adapt to a new environment than men. I think . I think it’s important to be visiting US for couple of months in a year until you find your equilibrium.
I hired a personal assistant for when i dont feel like getting off my sofa. You should too. I get local prices not tourist. I'm kicking it, people. No streas, high rise with a spectacular view of Cairo. Got it on cruise control and living my best life. The Egyptians look out for me, not target me. The apartment is so nice. Sometimes, i dont go out unless i have to. I'm at home and have been for almost 2 years.
@kam_abroad Rent is cheap but not in the pricier areas. Inflation is high extremely high. If you have steady usd you are good. There is no dating environment, but there are social environments. The food is so good.
I’m all for constructive criticism and have no problem with that at all. I was only giving an opinion and my apologies if it came across as divisive that was not my intention
I currently stay in Africa but i have faced tribalism, prejudice, jealousy and badmind. Secondly the governments of these African countries dont do enough and encourage relocation out of envy. Final Africa is a lovely place to live if you have a steady income and a home with no rent.
Am a Kenyan l enjoy watching your channel it’s interesting to hear outside opinion of my country and it’s interesting most of the time just wandering have you ever visited Malindi ? Am also happy you in a good place here
Those systems exist due to legacy of colonialism. Kenya and Africa is transitioning from it. Its been only 50 years since the country become free from the British.
I go out early in the morning or late at nite. Often after dark to shop, on foot for exercise. Nobody bothers me. I prayed on where i should go before leaving the US. Yah, keeps me safe. I have a doorman i can send for stuff, or i order a lot. I've opened my door at 2:00 for my order and I live alone. I never wanted Sub-Saharan Africa. i watched too many videos with drama coming from there.
I hear you Brother can't dispute what you have experienced in Kenya - but in SA we might think you got money -but price fixing NO - you pay the price on the tag of the item
I think it's hard for some FBAs to wrap their minds around the fact that we are NOT African.. The Roman Empire (Europeans) went too Africa looking for the people of the book not Africans.. ALL FACTS!!
Lol I am here in Kenya for few days now and yes being overcharged like crazy. I took one taxi to go 5 mins away forthat should have been around 180ks. Come to find out he took me around town and charged me 500ks for trip that should be 180ks. So on my way back I take uber which was 250ks. Am catching on. Going forward will take uber. Other situations I just walked away when I think the price is just riciculous.
Trust foreigners are not the only targets or African Americans..this is a world wide programming guys, we in Kenya get targeted too, if you are new in a town you become straight up target😂, they can sense you dont belong there, if your dressing looks high class or you are driving a car you become a target. I have been a target in many African countries 😅..i have learnt to accept things i cant change and project love to all for the sake of peace..plus its their lose my gain ❤😂
BBC ran a horrific documentary on Operation Dudula-- sent chills through me . The hatred the South Africans expressed about other African refugees made me think of how they would soon feel about Expat or diapora communities which will obviously be better than their own neighborhoods. I also was sad listening to the hatred from the leaders of some of the countries for the LGBTQ community. After decades of Americans fighting for the rights of all communities to exist without being imprisoned i am too old to start the battle again
What does that look like to you? T o honest it reminds me of the same way melanated people treat each other in America...there is no difference!!! The hate...The disrespect...jealously...not being able to stick together...so...it seems to be global...no matter where we live it's still the same sh**!!!
Black South Africans are like are like an only child whose parents adopt a child and the only child resents the new family member. They are not used to people from other nationalities and see them as a threat to them.
You’ve made some really good points especially where you mention about African Americans fighting for your rights and the rights of others to be free and how you would have to be dealing with this all over again in Africa as an expat if you were there one can only imagine how you would be tired to fight anymore and it is a shame. Stay strong though and be blessed 😊
@@winstynglyn6893You're getting it all wrong bro. Being in America as a Black person feel much worse than in Africa. In Africa you'll only deal with cultural adjustment & perhaps different dynamics in terms of infrastructure & conveniences. To feel alienated in Africa comes with too much expectation African Americans have of the kinship bonding..
Greetings Residential Tourists, The Muhammad’s. King Muhammad is expressing a violet point as I am seeing this divide and conquer sediment, or attitude for years now from watching videos shared by the diaspora who have visited or relocated to the continent of Africa. No doubt that the continent of Africa is the origin of all Black people around the world and as such we have the rights per our African ancestry to territories and traditions, on the continent of Africa. One thing for sure, colonialism has done a job on continental Africans and Africans in the diaspora cognitive perception. I am thinking we should establish our own individual like the colored people of South Africa have done with a focus on working with our local brothers and sisters there on the continent. Make no mistake about it, there are indeed Africans in the diaspora who are well off and there are those who aren’t, however that’s no reason for our continental African brothers and sisters preying on Africans in the diaspora. One thing for sure, there is a lot of work to be done in our relationships. Thanks for sharing Muhammad’s.
I was treated differently when I brought my American wife and kids to Kenya. Even my own relatives charged me premium for offering their services, e.g when I rented my cousin's large SUV to move around.
Greetings Residential Tourists, The Muhammad’s. King Muhammad is expressing a violet point as I am seeing this divide and conquer sediment, or attitude for years now from watching videos shared by the diaspora who have visited or relocated to the continent of Africa. No doubt that the continent of Africa is the origin of all Black people around the world and as such we have the rights per our African ancestry to territories and traditions, on the continent of Africa. One thing for sure, colonialism has done a job on continental Africans and Africans in the diaspora cognitive perception. I am thinking we should establish our own tribe like the color’s have done in South America with a focus on working with our local brothers and sisters there on the continent. Make no mistake about it, there are indeed Africans in the diaspora who are well off and there are those who aren’t, however that’s no reason for our continental African brothers and sisters preying on Africans in the diaspora. One thing for sure, there is a lot of work to be done in our relationships. Thanks for sharing Muhammad’s.
Thanks for being honest 🙏🏿. I’m sorry about the challenges, I am kenyan & as a sister, please don’t just trust any kenyan, especially at this time since this new government took over standards of living has sky rocked and if you look like you have money you could be a target. May the Most High continue guiding and protecting my favourite couple, the Mohammads 🙏🏿
Brother, as an American you are intially identified with the priviledge that comes with being from the first World. Africans feel just as targeted when Europeans and Americans come and buy our raw materials at rock bottom prices even when they are aware they are ripping us off. Is it fair- absolutely not but as an African who travels this always happens when you go to places especially where there is no custom of having the price out in the open. I hope it gets better with time but trust me the locals take advantage of fellow Africans who live in the diaspora too, so it is a tax that is almost unavoidable.
Home is how u make it. Dont let anybody make u feel like a target! Do.nit.accept.it! This is your home. Having a "feeling" and it being actual is a different issue. You sure u arent bringing over US "target" issues? Then again, being "targetted" because somebody is "looking up to you" has to feel positive.
Did u guys know Kenya has Sharia (Islamic Law)? This is what Freedom of religion is all about. Imagine the conutry's president wearing robes and celebrating with Muslims in the mosque! And Idd being a public holiday. Now try n imagine J Biden in Muslim robes😂😂
Another advice, don’t lend any kenyan any money at all no matter what! They will never refund you. Look at Kenya as being in New York, lots of con men and women
Wow, yall are saying some wonderful things about African but I gotta tell ya, yall LOOK depressed as hell. I was afraid someone robbed you or something. Whew😐 Keep encouraging each other. It'll get better. Change is difficult at first.
It's crazy like yall walking on eggshells. Sub-Saharan Africa is abusive. I'm in Egypt and doing none of that. If i want to go to the ATM alone at 1:00 am, I can. I wear full jewelry everywhere, gemstones and Arabian gold.
Right now there are two million illegal Europeans that are loving and enjoying South Africa without any complaint or interruptions from the immigration team. Can the same be allowed for black diaspora or just find excuses to keep us out?
I felt both free and targeted when I lived in both TZ and Gambia. It all depends on the people you are associated with. Some accept us and some reject us.
Makes me wonder if Africa is really for us!!! I know of African Americans living in South America and Mexico and their treated really well... better than the way Africans are treating us in Africa!! Something is wrong with that
@jayajaya788 Mexico we were treated the same way. Just didn’t expect it from people that look like us.
@@jayajaya788 Maybe because we're not African. We were taught that. They "the people" clustered all of us in the same category
Facts
@@TheResidentialTourists Actually, they don't look like us. Truth be told. As a matter of fact, they look NOTHING like us, but we continue to think we are those people. They hate us the same way today as they did when they sold us. Personally, I want their land, but I don't want a damn thing to do with them.
Foreigners are not alone in being targeted. Even us Kenyans go through the same thing. When we leave Nairobi for the village or other remote parts of the country, we are seen to be rich and we are expected to pay more. Personally, I have gone through that here in Nairobi. For some reason, my face gives of the rich person vibes. I once went to Ngara market and was charged double for an item. The trader had the guts to tell me that I was rich and could afford the price. Don't feel alone in this. When you come to Nairobi, you can ask around. We are used to it to the extent it no longer bother us. When we get overcharged, we just walk to the next vendor.
Wow. That's very interesting. I understand what you are saying, though, about getting use to it. I have begun to see it for what it is.
You are very right. Even when you move to a new neighborhood or go to shop in a new neighborhood you will be overcharged. It has happened to me a million times as a Nairobian. The way to go about it is to learn to negotiate and know at least basic Swahili for the new comers.
Good tip. 👍👍👍
Greetings!! Omg I love, and are saddened by your story. As mines resembles and are currently going through the same thing.
How can we contact you guys?
Touristresidents@gmail.com
Is not only for black Americans.even African that go back home have a same thing. Please don’t stress about it is when they feel that you have money.
Wow, once again great video family! You guys hit the points dead on, I must say and agree with. However, for me with time the adjustment got easier. Yes, i agree that we "Black Americans" will always be viewed as different and a target. As for me, it can be a two-sided coin. Sometimes it allows me a privilege that even with an abundant of resources in American I could never enjoy the same feeling in life as non-Blacks do on a daily basis! Unfortunately, on the other hand, it can bring an added expense at times and disingenuous agenda motivated relationships. However, when adding up the pros and cons compared to life as a Black man in America, there's no question! I've also found out that as time goes on and you learn to speak and most importantly, understand Swahili and the behaviors of the various cultures; you will learn how to maneuver through this society the same way as the so many different ethnic people here do as well!
Awesome thank you
This is brilliant and I wish more people would read this.
we live in the Gambia. copy what you said!!!!absolute truth
@@rhondahasan3793yes, I’ve stayed down the road from Turn Table Juction and know exactly what you’re talking about!! 😅😅
As someone who’s married to a wonderful Ethiopia woman and experienced Ethiopia firsthand. I feel the love of being black on the continent. And as being seen as a black person from America. Yes your seen as someone who has money because you come from one of the richest countries in the world.
Yeah, America may be a rich country, but our black azzes can't afford to live here.
You need to learn the language, it will change everything!!!
You guys have an almost calming tone in your voices; along with the birds, it's very relaxing and resassuring. Thank you for always acknowledging your feelings, and allow yourself to have them; it's a sign of acceptance and growth. Loved when brother talked about the scarring and having our guard up; will take us time to get rid of that, or at least alleviate the damage. As always, thank you for your fresh, forward thinking perspectives. 🙏🏾
I’m from Georgia here living in Tanzania and I have both feelings too. I was wayyy too free when I got here but learned that you have to be careful at every step of your day when moving around.
I love you guys. Let me say something.
I'm probably 20 years older than you.
My assessment - it is NOT 'it is what it is'
You can gain the respect. And you are
right! It is on you and the rest of us
that touch ground. The solution?
Learn the language. And the respect will
come. They are going to feel like we all
have money,until we let them know once
and for all - that's not the case.
Learning Swahilli should be in Category
one once you decide to live in a place
where they speak the language. At least
the numbers and casual conversation.
We're done until we [learn as much as
possible] the language.Peace and Blessings
unto to you.
Hello my brother and sister in Rwanda. I just had an idea about the issue of price in the grocery store. One thing that you guys could do when shopping for food is to go to management ( preferably the store manager ) to request a list of prices for food that you normally buy. For example, if you buy fruit juice on a weekly basis, have the manager write that price on that list of items you have presented. Also, offer that person a few dollars for helping you out that way. Just a suggestion in trying to NOT get ripped off because people tend to think you’re rich. Lastly, have that list readily available when checking out with the cashier. God Bless.
Sorry we live in kenya
Don’t give up. I know it must be frustrating to feel targeted. I know that it may have been hard to accept this fact when you more than likely had a different expectation. But if you look at what they are dealing with in the US you are truly blessed to have this experience.
You are healing from the extreme trauma of living in Hellmerica. I am experiencing healing leaving that same place. Healing feels great but it takes time to completely heal. I don't know if we can completely heal here on earth.
❤️👍ase
Healing that's funny. I'm kicked back, living my best life, on cruise control no cares. Yall kill me with that stuff.
I came in relaxed. But since i am in N. Africa none of the drama yall are dealing with. Nobody is targeting me.
I use the fact they may think i have money as a power tool. Meaning it's mine and you need to convince me if i want to spend it. If i don't like the price i walk away. As for taxis, i quote them a price before the ride. And throw them the money and jet before they try and get greedy. Lol
Thank you for the contents and the wisdom and knowledge you both have provided.
Let's Hit that like button 👍🏽
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Great content. 3 yrs is still early days....I totally understand. Feeling like a target is hard and sometimes frustrating after relocation.....overcoming!
I've been in The Gambia for 2 months and just found out that the people that live here in this apartment complex are using my electricity.
@adapoindexter omg
Spot-on on the religious harmony especially in Kenya. Over here no one cares about one's religion unless certain sensitivities are in play.
Although predominantly Christian, the country's constitution is secular and everyone has equal rights on beliefs and worship.
Christmas,Eid, Easter and Diwali festivities are for all respective believers and non-believers.
Schools don't discriminate and options for examinable religious subjects are provided.
Some families with members of different beliefs live harmoniously.
Despite mischievous attempts to pit religions against each other, Kenyans have resisted to succumb to such things.
No problem we can always bargain the price 😄
Thank you for being transparent. You want to just be. I get it. You voiced it well. Peace love and light from phx, az.
Exactly 👍🏾. Appreciate you, fam!
That feeling of being a “foreigner” is part of living among diverse cultures and communities… tribes, if you will. Africa has the most diverse DNA on the planet! This translates to certain challenges that we all must learn to overcome. E.g. A simple road trip between Mombasa and Nairobi (about 350 miles) will expose to about 5 different communities with separate cultures and languages.
Africa is the repository of human diversity so Part of living on this continent is learning how accept and to live with this reality. Now add the effects of rapid modernization and globalization! Ever wondered why the average African speaks 3 languages effortlessly? It’s a product of so much diversity.
Welcome to Kenya and Africa!
May the Almighty and our ancestors continue to guide you on your journey.
Bro. that's why we Africans we can take it ether way be strong this is your home if you want it to be.
Alhamdullilah! I received that, my Brother ✊🏾
Again thank you for sharing
Greetings RT family, great to see you.❤
It's always great to see you, Ms. Cheryl❤️
Deep conversations here. I don't know that the money target in Africa can compare in weight to being a target in the US, in race terms. I think one is the notion of "westerners being rich" so could leave you open to some kind of exploitation while the other is acutely negative, a hate in a sense, a you don't belong here kinda thing, laced with real threat to life (the moment you walk out the door). That's a huge weight carry! Well here, you will meet guys all about the money grab, then the "savior mentality" largely informed by poverty or misconceptions about the west.
Yes, the internal wrestle, conflict, the comparison, is real. But hopefully, with time you acclimatize, you get the nuances about this new home Kenya and find it a second home. Wishing you guys greater peace.
😅
Also, try some airbnb to cut costs.
HI family, thank you for your real transparent truths. I can see both of your viewpoints. Since being seen as a foreigner is valid, but it makes one feel unsettling as as Diasporians we want to be accepted as we are home. I think when you meet and form new friendships and through bonding, you will be home through culture, language and those feelings will leave. Your peace will come.
Not necessary been in Egypt almost 2 years speak a little Arabic but understand it. If i need a fluent i send in my personal assistant.
I have friends. I make friends easily. Mostly dealing with the professional class. Everyone has their own money. Some more than me. We interact not talk about or have expectations of getting money out of each other.
Sub-Saharan Africa sounds too rough for me. I'm relaxed, no stress, and have been for a while.
The fact that you call it the degrading /disturbing /devisive, disgusting Colonial term. Says allot about YOUR mindset already. There is NO Sub Sahara, only East, West, Central, South, North Afraka!
@@Melanated4ever Below the Sahara
@Melanated4ever I'm not about to trust someone who once sold me out. And definitely not financing your restoration or your strengthing.
I am not a subculture to your culture either. I'm over here to live my best life, and that has nothing to do with you and everything to do with Yah
I am sure there is away you can engage with Kenyans. Share your experiences with local universities and media. Kenyans love to be engaged.
Thank you for sharing your experiences, this is the consensus of most who repatriate to the Continent, I personally have been researching a place to be at peace outside of the matrix.💫❣️
Did you find the place?
Black, I can relate to exactly what you're talking about. That vibe is real because, we're always looking to being a come up. This is why we kidnapped Afrikans from America should be as much building with each other as much as possible. My issue is that us kidnapped Afrikans from America don't come together as much as possible as we should. We have the same issue in America and this is why we as a community continue to lose. We're bringing this same characteristics here on the Continent. Once we can come to realize this flaw the sooner we're going feel at home on the Continent. ❤️🖤💚💯✊🏿 Peace!
Thank you for this discussion l am having this experience as we speak
A great discussion. You're safe in Kenya, as long as you don't directly involve yourself in politics..politicians are the biggest thugs we have in Kenya, who can harm or even deport you to get what they want. They are a threat to everyone.
Wow!
@@kuyahkudey3217 yes.
As for Me, I am an African Amer. married to a Nigerian, living in U.S. I have been to Ghana & Nigeria, I will always visit Africa and I will always live in the U.S. As far as religious freedom, it is BEAUTIFUL when Black People of various faiths can put RACE 1st like Marcus Garvey said.
In parts of Nigeria, Burkina Faso, Togo, Mali, Benin, Niger, Mozambique, Somalia etc, Northern Nigeria the radicalized, Islamic, Jihadist, Isis West Africa Terrorists, have been & continue to DELETE African People Every Single Day as they have been doing for CENTURIES !!
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And you went right ahead and spoke for him. 😂😂 His laugh sometimes is to control his frustration. I don't want to call it anger, but more frustration and avoid voicing it on camera.
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I just for the life of me don’t understand why African Americans with all the videos on UA-cam teaching about how to operate in Africa, many still think they’re targeted when even locals who look rich get overcharged. Locals who live abroad and return face the same fate. AAs are not necessarily targeted and it’s not personal.
Please learn the culture of bargaining and walk away if you believe you’re being overcharged. If you walk away there’s no shame and sometimes the seller might call you back for a lower price.
Learn a few local words related courtesy, your price is too much, I won’t pay this price, I’m not buying and so forth.
You fool me once it’s on you, you fool me twice it’s on me.
Black, you and I DEFINITELY can relate on your point of wanting to be 💯 with Jokers. But, AFRIKA will play you out because, of the TRUE LOVE you have for your people. But, it's not reciprocated because, we're looked at as foreigners.❤️🖤💚💯✊🏿 Stay Black!
Remember Africa comes behind America with everything, at Ghana's 2023 music award, there were men in dresses.
Behind by what means?
Whatever America does Africa doing it later
Thank you for sharing love from Uganda
It’s easier for women to adapt to a new environment than men. I think . I think it’s important to be visiting US for couple of months in a year until you find your equilibrium.
I hired a personal assistant for when i dont feel like getting off my sofa. You should too. I get local prices not tourist. I'm kicking it, people.
No streas, high rise with a spectacular view of Cairo. Got it on cruise control and living my best life. The Egyptians look out for me, not target me. The apartment is so nice. Sometimes, i dont go out unless i have to. I'm at home and have been for almost 2 years.
How was the cost of living. And how expensive is the rent?
@kam_abroad Rent is cheap but not in the pricier areas. Inflation is high extremely high. If you have steady usd you are good. There is no dating environment, but there are social environments. The food is so good.
@@kam_abroad Anywhere from $200 to 5k.
@@hybridinfodesk409 Interesting. What can $550 USD/month get me in terms of 1br unfurnished apartments.
I’m all for constructive criticism and have no problem with that at all. I was only giving an opinion and my apologies if it came across as divisive that was not my intention
Yes he described PTSD most black Americans never give it a thought or diagnosis how can we not have ramifications of systemic injustice, 🌄🦍❤️
I currently stay in Africa but i have faced tribalism, prejudice, jealousy and badmind. Secondly the governments of these African countries dont do enough and encourage relocation out of envy.
Final Africa is a lovely place to live if you have a steady income and a home with no rent.
Am a Kenyan l enjoy watching your channel it’s interesting to hear outside opinion of my country and it’s interesting most of the time just wandering have you ever visited Malindi ? Am also happy you in a good place here
Those systems exist due to legacy of colonialism. Kenya and Africa is transitioning from it. Its been only 50 years since the country become free from the British.
I go out early in the morning or late at nite. Often after dark to shop, on foot for exercise.
Nobody bothers me. I prayed on where i should go before leaving the US. Yah, keeps me safe.
I have a doorman i can send for stuff, or i order a lot. I've opened my door at 2:00 for my order and I live alone. I never wanted Sub-Saharan Africa. i watched too many videos with drama coming from there.
I hear you Brother can't dispute what you have experienced in Kenya - but in SA we might think you got money -but price fixing NO - you pay the price on the tag of the item
I heart you two!
I think it's hard for some FBAs to wrap their minds around the fact that we are NOT African.. The Roman Empire (Europeans) went too Africa looking for the people of the book not Africans.. ALL FACTS!!
I’m experimenting black privilege out here so far. I’ll keep ya updated. ❤
Hey heard the good news today. Congratulations!!
❤ how are you my family Long time
Lol I am here in Kenya for few days now and yes being overcharged like crazy. I took one taxi to go 5 mins away forthat should have been around 180ks. Come to find out he took me around town and charged me 500ks for trip that should be 180ks. So on my way back I take uber which was 250ks. Am catching on. Going forward will take uber. Other situations I just walked away when I think the price is just riciculous.
Way to go. Everyone wants to fleece you including family members.
I can relate bro. It's totally separate from what we feel in USA.
Trust foreigners are not the only targets or African Americans..this is a world wide programming guys, we in Kenya get targeted too, if you are new in a town you become straight up target😂, they can sense you dont belong there, if your dressing looks high class or you are driving a car you become a target. I have been a target in many African countries 😅..i have learnt to accept things i cant change and project love to all for the sake of peace..plus its their lose my gain ❤😂
I find it very Sad still!
Home is where the heart is!!!
BBC ran a horrific documentary on Operation Dudula-- sent chills through me . The hatred the South Africans expressed about other African refugees made me think of how they would soon feel about Expat or diapora communities which will obviously be better than their own neighborhoods. I also was sad listening to the hatred from the leaders of some of the countries for the LGBTQ community. After decades of Americans fighting for the rights of all communities to exist without being imprisoned i am too old to start the battle again
What does that look like to you? T o honest it reminds me of the same way melanated people treat each other in America...there is no difference!!! The hate...The disrespect...jealously...not being able to stick together...so...it seems to be global...no matter where we live it's still the same sh**!!!
Black South Africans are like are like an only child whose parents adopt a child and the only child resents the new family member. They are not used to people from other nationalities and see them as a threat to them.
You’ve made some really good points especially where you mention about African Americans fighting for your rights and the rights of others to be free and how you would have to be dealing with this all over again in Africa as an expat if you were there one can only imagine how you would be tired to fight anymore and it is a shame. Stay strong though and be blessed 😊
@@winstynglyn6893You're getting it all wrong bro. Being in America as a Black person feel much worse than in Africa. In Africa you'll only deal with cultural adjustment & perhaps different dynamics in terms of infrastructure & conveniences. To feel alienated in Africa comes with too much expectation African Americans have of the kinship bonding..
Greetings Residential Tourists, The Muhammad’s. King Muhammad is expressing a violet point as I am seeing this divide and conquer sediment, or attitude for years now from watching videos shared by the diaspora who have visited or relocated to the continent of Africa. No doubt that the continent of Africa is the origin of all Black people around the world and as such we have the rights per our African ancestry to territories and traditions, on the continent of Africa. One thing for sure, colonialism has done a job on continental Africans and Africans in the diaspora cognitive perception. I am thinking we should establish our own individual like the colored people of South Africa have done with a focus on working with our local brothers and sisters there on the continent. Make no mistake about it, there are indeed Africans in the diaspora who are well off and there are those who aren’t, however that’s no reason for our continental African brothers and sisters preying on Africans in the diaspora. One thing for sure, there is a lot of work to be done in our relationships. Thanks for sharing Muhammad’s.
I was treated differently when I brought my American wife and kids to Kenya. Even my own relatives charged me premium for offering their services, e.g when I rented my cousin's large SUV to move around.
Greetings Residential Tourists, The Muhammad’s. King Muhammad is expressing a violet point as I am seeing this divide and conquer sediment, or attitude for years now from watching videos shared by the diaspora who have visited or relocated to the continent of Africa. No doubt that the continent of Africa is the origin of all Black people around the world and as such we have the rights per our African ancestry to territories and traditions, on the continent of Africa. One thing for sure, colonialism has done a job on continental Africans and Africans in the diaspora cognitive perception. I am thinking we should establish our own tribe like the color’s have done in South America with a focus on working with our local brothers and sisters there on the continent. Make no mistake about it, there are indeed Africans in the diaspora who are well off and there are those who aren’t, however that’s no reason for our continental African brothers and sisters preying on Africans in the diaspora. One thing for sure, there is a lot of work to be done in our relationships. Thanks for sharing Muhammad’s.
"Oh I thought that was my point"😂 Queen is definitely Kikuyu. Kikuyu ladies are fire. I should know, I was raised by one😂
Every black man doesn't feel like that in America.
He speaks for himself
We are targeted as foreigners in Africa and it got boring and frustrating fast.
Thanks for being honest 🙏🏿. I’m sorry about the challenges, I am kenyan & as a sister, please don’t just trust any kenyan, especially at this time since this new government took over standards of living has sky rocked and if you look like you have money you could be a target. May the Most High continue guiding and protecting my favourite couple, the Mohammads 🙏🏿
As if you can trust every american in America because there is money there , hii ni ushenzi
Your political opinion is irrelevant to this subject.
Brother, as an American you are intially identified with the priviledge that comes with being from the first World. Africans feel just as targeted when Europeans and Americans come and buy our raw materials at rock bottom prices even when they are aware they are ripping us off. Is it fair- absolutely not but as an African who travels this always happens when you go to places especially where there is no custom of having the price out in the open. I hope it gets better with time but trust me the locals take advantage of fellow Africans who live in the diaspora too, so it is a tax that is almost unavoidable.
That is your trauma. But all foreigners are treated that way. Including white foreigners. There is a certain expectations from the locals.
In Asia, South America it's the same, we need to remember that!
Home is how u make it. Dont let anybody make u feel like a target! Do.nit.accept.it!
This is your home.
Having a "feeling" and it being actual is a different issue. You sure u arent bringing over US "target" issues?
Then again, being "targetted" because somebody is "looking up to you" has to feel positive.
Did u guys know Kenya has Sharia (Islamic Law)?
This is what Freedom of religion is all about. Imagine the conutry's president wearing robes and celebrating with Muslims in the mosque! And Idd being a public holiday.
Now try n imagine J Biden in Muslim robes😂😂
Another advice, don’t lend any kenyan any money at all no matter what! They will never refund you. Look at Kenya as being in New York, lots of con men and women
@jondinda3700
Seriously?? U know ALL Kenyans don't repay their loans? Shindwe!
Wow, yall are saying some wonderful things about African but I gotta tell ya, yall LOOK depressed as hell. I was afraid someone robbed you or something. Whew😐 Keep encouraging each other. It'll get better. Change is difficult at first.
Depressed? Definitely the opposite
@@TheResidentialTouristsGood!
It's crazy like yall walking on eggshells. Sub-Saharan Africa is abusive.
I'm in Egypt and doing none of that. If i want to go to the ATM alone at 1:00 am, I can. I wear full jewelry everywhere, gemstones and Arabian gold.
I'm happy for you. I'm in the Caribbean. I don't know why YT hid your comments. You said nothing that needed cen soring.
I have heard allot of different stories out of Egypt from melated, ytes, Asians. Horrible stories! Things happen everywhere in the world.
@@Melanated4ever Been here 2 years not being abused
Right now there are two million illegal Europeans that are loving and enjoying South Africa without any complaint or interruptions from the immigration team. Can the same be allowed for black diaspora or just find excuses to keep us out?
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There's no truth in that @@TheResidentialTourists
What animals is it making all that noise in the background?
Big black birds
@@TheResidentialTouristscrows/ravens