SKILLS YOU NEED TO MAKE IT IN AFRICA!
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- Опубліковано 11 січ 2020
- Greetings from the Motherland! In this video, I'm sharing the top ten soft skills you'll need to make it living abroad on the continent of Africa.
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Join me as I share the experience of the African American living in Africa, along with my own in the African nation of Namibia.
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Wait you've been in Namibia for 10 years?? you are now African African. Lots of love from Nigeria.
Patience is definitely a virtue here.❤
Patience for visitors BUT for us we need to up our game to meet in the middle or even overtake them.we can't remain the tail forever.
Great video! Im from the USA but I’m currently teaching kindergarten in the Middle East. Every point you made is sooo true. I’m constantly saying, “this is different “, as I go through many new experiences here. I hope to visit many nations on the continent of Africa soon and find my new home. Thank you sooo much for your content!
Yes, the internal dialogue that comes with living abroad is so real! Thanks so much for the comment and for watching!
I am west African I can confidently say all of these things you mentioned are applied to all of African countries.
Thank you very much
Not True, Africa is diverse, with different mentalities and cultures that all impact people differently either good or bad. in Lagos for example if you are not aggressive and tough you have no chances to survive, this is not the case in Accra Ghana or Asmara Eritrea etc.
Moving from NY to the South, definitely helped to detox from that NY minute. Moving there, will detox you more.
Your son is so handsome and inquisitive 💖. I love that you didn't ask us to excuse him, have him leave the room, etc. You are a wonderful and nurturing mom. I love seeing that.
Her son is well behaved for the typical child of his age but then again look @ his mother's demeanor bcuz this helps as children's first traits oftentimes parallel their parent's & she seems laid back & easy going & her son doesn't appear to test her to much beyond that but I am in Ghana as I write this where my daughter had her son & he's so rambunctious @ times he could come across as ADHD I mean trying to jump off chairs onto cement surfaces with his favorite hobbies being slamming doors I almost every door in the house were from & when adults are talking THERE US NO WAY THAT HE'LL BE SITTING AROUND THAT QUIT LIKE HER SON NO 🤣 his job is to definitely BE HEARD SOMETHING LIKE A "SHOUTER" & when he cries it can be like a piercing screech when ain't a darn thing done happened to him yet he will cry as though your physically abusing him even though you haven't touched him this nay simply be Bcyz he can't follow his mom somewhere so I'm looking @ her son & I can see the difference I'm from America myself born & raised out of the San Joaquin valley in California so I know that if we we're there after many had saw my grandson they'd question things & if not definitely keep an eye on it bcuz I've seen it too too many times before & all this & he's only one my grandson is real fast he doesn't listen & IT ISN'T BCUZ HE DOESN'T COMPREHEND WHAT'S BEING SAID TO HIM HE'S JUST STUBBORN but kudos to her & her family I had 3 of my own so it's good to see that @ such young ages kids can still be playfully well mannered in a non violent way to themselves & some parents might yell but it's to prevent @ times them having to spank or hit
Great show as everything you mentioned is so true. I spent 7 years in Zimbabwe only back in Barbados because of a bereavement. That's why I mentioned to you you are brave. With your 10 points in mind, anyone from the west shouldn't have any great problems in Africa. I lived also in Senegal, Nigeria, The Benin Republic and South Africa. Africa is great experience, check it out.
We're still alive and here in a country that despises us. Given that, we can make it anywhere. Great video!
Woow ten years already.
How beautiful ! 😉
Love your face 😘😆😁
When I first learned of your channel, I had just returned from my second trip to Dakar, Senegal almost 6 years ago. I was so surprised to see this recent post and that your son is no longer a baby. Many of the "soft skills" that you described were observations that I pondered while on my visits and frequently spoke of after my return to the U.S. Visiting an African country as a guest in a family home truly is an eye opening experience to daily life and ways of doing things. I am happy that I was able to share the experience with my son who travelled with me. I wholeheartedly agree with your comments in this post. I also found that many Africans have stereotypes about African Americans that can border on the equivalent of racism experienced here in the U.S. Still, patience, understanding, and confidence help to overcome those situations and perhaps even change points of view! No one can really judge what they had never known personally. Media has a way of tainting impressions when one has not seen a place or people in real life! I look forward to your next posts!
You have to know why you went to the motherland and remind yourself everyday.
Please it important we come for the sake of our sons. Our sons need to live. They need to achieve their potential.
Our sons. It's my biggest reason to want to go home.
These soft skill tips are on point!! Thank you so much for offering this advice. And I love your earrings and your son living his best life while you’re recording 😂❤️
If you grew up in NewYork city like I did, wherever you go move a lot slower.
So true
Tee True story! Only native NYers can truly understand.
Not South Korea, or Tokyo, lol.
thats funny because I grew up in London and when I went to NYC I found it slow and the racial divide is massive.
Tee
Yes it can be painful how slow everything is outside of nyc
I’m so glad you’re posting again
I can relate with the waitress situation, i was in Kenya, ( almost waited an hour for the food ) I almost snapped, but was very patient. Things move slow!!!!!!!!
Lol am a kenyan in kenya and i would have snapped if i waited for almost an hour for my food. Where was this? Hotel or restaurant?
They needed to get cussed.... You should have left the restaurant...
It depends on the restaurant, some cook from scratch rather than pre-made food
Sorry about that Ricardo. From Kenya in US
I've lived in Korea for many years it was hard getting use to things~but I had to keep my focus. I have lived in a few African countries during the summer~despite the new challenges it brings a type of freedom! There is an increase in blacks (especially men) being targeted in Canada, US, UK etc. Thinking about living permanently in Africa.
Just a random Korean guy passing by. I don't know you but I can say that Korea is not the best country for blacks to live in.
All Truly said.!!
But about the AC.. not every where it's needed. Some countries in Africa are so cool in temperature throughout the year. And the houses are made of blocks and concrete.. that helps control the temperature inside the house.
If you don't have AC you can use an electric fan. I see many business opportunities. On another note, Africa could use some generators.
My Sister, you never fail to amaze me. I'm from Grand Rapids Michigan and have been living, and working in Africa for the past 35 years.
You are dead on point. Even after 35 years i still face these key challenges.
I'm glad you're back, and keep doing what you're doing. It's important.
Respect From Rwanda!
Hey Bro/Sis. Greetings! The English language is a weird one and we have to watch our words. Words are Spirit. So she’s right on point would be better. I hope you over stand and appreciate what I’m trying to convey.
I can't wait looking at Nigeria, Kenya,and Uganda also studying Yoruba and Swahili
Wow. So great! I’m waiting for direction from TMH. Blessings!
What an emotionally intelligent video!
You’re truly awesome big sister and I pray that TMH YAH continues to bless and prosper you and your household.
Hi Bro! Are you in the continent? May the Most High Bless you also. I’m searching diff areas and praying to the Most High for direction.
Lovely channel. Thanks for the useful information!
I love how patient you are with your son. Valuable information.
Hi Mrs Shipanga😁I am Namibian and I can definitively atest with all u said...u got me thinking about the information issues🤔definitely need yo do something about it.
Im African living in Africa but I can understand your experience because I have lived in many African countries apart from my own, the one thing I will tell anyone moving to any African country is PLEASE TRY TO LEARN THE LANGUAGE, this will automatically reduce your burden by 70%, and try not to alienate yourself from the locals, this can be somewhat difficult to do at first but Africans are simple minded people, if they see you as one of them, most of your doing will be made way easier than that of the locals.
A lot of valuable common sense to 'keep in mind' well done young lady. Thumbs Up
Excellent video as always sister. I just recently returned from visiting with my future wife in North Africa. It is soooo very refreshing to see you express and convey this message. It has been my experience that I don't have to work as hard to accomplish some things there as I often have to do in America or Europe. You are right..... It's a different type of convenience and in all honesty the flow of Africa so to speak: it allows me a liberty that is either absent or in some cases considered or is illegal in the United States and or Europe. My "American" level of motivation and "get things not only done but done WELL" demeanor tends to impress everyone around me and has won me favor often times with people that I did not know were observing me.
Good to see you sis
Before people could think of the year of return 2019, you are among the first African American who decided to move to the Motherland. Thank you so much for sharing this video.May God continue to bless you and your family.
Samuel Williams Not true ... she may have moved to Africa some years before the year of Return but those who actually did before that , are folks like Rita Marley and many others in Ghana and across Africa you don’t hear about so stop the lies . There are folks who have lived in Ghana for 30 years and counting from the diaspora , so comparatively she is toddler amongst those returnees .
Hi Kalyan, It is not an easy decision to make, I agree that home sickness can really come into play especially if one is close to their parents or family members. On the other hand going to countries where the people are big hearted with warm smiles helps a lot. The decay of American morality even further then it was by the media and political system is heartbreaking. To be in a land with such vastness of life and beauty is second to none. The day to day struggles are there too but, the connection many Africans have to God and earth can sustain one with little and still remain deeply happy. I think you have the best of both worlds and have been blessed with a wonderful husband and child and vis-à-vis (not sure if the spelling is correct). I visited Botswana a few years back and the van broke down on the highway and so many good natured people stopped to help, I was amazed. The other amazing thing was seeing multiple huge elephants from the highway, I was scared to death. So glad your back.
Number 3 patience. Even those of us who left Africa we get tested whenever we return. The slow pace actually does need patience.
My husband and I traveled to various countries via US Military. Most our tours were three years. Although I enjoyed my stay in those countries I was happy to leave when the time came. I realized that I did not want to settle in any foreign land, I just wanted to travel those places! Enjoy your life!
Great content Sistar💚👏🏿
Your son minding his own business moving in out of your video is my new yr resolution. 😆😘
😂😂😂
Actually, you just gave me an idea about opening the USA to Africa service.
Great video,thank you for advising us(Africans) ,we need this as well and also try to catch up with the rest of the world.
I grew up here in the state, when I went back to my Home land, I almost snap.. because someone cut in front of me. And the banker was 45mins late, when she got in, she started to reposition things which took another 15mins.. 😡😡 I almost lost too. Afterward, I started to 😂😂😂 at myself. It was so different and I now understand that.
What a beautiful family. Your son is so handsome and you're a great mom and mentor.🙏🏿
I'm an Namibian but I learned some tips from you that are helpful. I leave in the capital city Windhoek and read a lot of productivity and organization tips, mostly from the authors in the USA. My mindset for service level expectations are like those from western world and this makes me unhappy most of the time. I easily become irritated and impatient. Thanks a lot from sharing these soft skills.
Thank you for making this great video significant personal skills needed for adapting to the Namibian (African Continental) environment. Namibia is one of the countries I have migratory interests in. Peace 🌹and Blessings!!!
Great tips and advice! Another pair of beautiful earrings.
I want to thank you so much for helping me and my family as we are making the transition to Namibia, your words of wisdom have always put us at ease with the most issues. We are still at a five year time line because of family but we will retire at are new retreat in keetmenshoop . Thanks again .👋🏾👍🏾 and lance sure knows how to have those mommy moments 🤣🤣 he's so big now.
Greetings from Namibia. May Namibia be of prosperity to you and your family. Welcome👑
You welcome
This is very informative :) Thank you :) Greetings from Sweden.
Thanks for this info sis, it was definitely needed!
We, love all African people. All are welcome in Namibia. Kharas region and come and work, teach our children in school..
Great video, those are all so true.
Especially patience, most of us struggle with that
Good vid. These are definitely universal soft skills.
I’m a Haitian American living in nyc and I’m thinking about relocating to Mauritius or La Reunion. Thank you for the advice
Yes a lot of people leaving America! And...New York!
Google the. Stats....
Folks outta here!!!👍🏿👍🏿✌
Stephanie Pierre lol what's so great about Mauritius and la Reunion? If you can't make it in America ( 50 States) then you won't make in those Islands i am sorry and please don't follow in others footsteps.
@son of Africa mother of All black pipo its not in North Africa its near Madagascar. Not Mauritania country (Sahel region)she said Mauritius country
Beautiful countries I have been to Mauritius loved it so many indians,I think La Reunion is still under French colony they speak French
Johnny Lintz Who said she can't make it in the states? ..Is there a problem with her being curious about different places? She can want 2 go and check things out in other places. Nothing wrong with that.
Excellent excellent tips Queen! Thanks for sharing this
I am so elated for you. You are living your best life, and sharing it with us! Thank you for being so real and informative. Your son is all grown up almost! Wow! Time does fly!
Anybody in Rwanda at the moment?
You are a total lady. Keep be strong and reap the rewards of being in the motherland. Confidence is definitely everything. People are fond of discouraging you from doing anything and listening to them is the biggest mistake you can ever make because you can end up living a life that has nothing to do with you, your energy, your stamp on it e.t.c
To be honest, what I have noticed about people is that most of the negativity of discouraging you to do anything is JEALOUSY because they haven't the talent and resourcefulness to be go getters. Try if you can, to NEVER tell people of your intentions because that is how they kill them (your intentions) off.
You nailed alot of stuff on the head. As a kenyan living in New york i also experience near similar stuff. It could be a culture shock. I find it very rude of the people in New york not to answer back when you say hello to them. Another thing is trying to ask a person for directions if you dont have GPS. In Africa a person will take time to help you out, and infact if you are in a country like Tanzania someone will drop whatever they are doing to take you upto the site you want. All the same let us all understand and learn that different regions and countries have their own way of conducting business. Adage, when you go to Rome, do what the Romans do.
True.
Oh thanks for your input
Thanks for the information!
Thank you for this. I was busy when the notification came in for this video. It's always nice to see you.
Thank you. Nice to see you
WoW! EXCELLENT points!!!
Thanks! This is very helpful!
Great tips that can be applied if you’re relocating to anywhere. Thanks.
thank you for advice
Thank you ! Great information.
Great video Madame Kayla. Steps to be made.
Thank You for providing this important information. I plan to visit the continent soon.
Thank you so very much for the information.
Thank you sis! I really appreciate and I'm from the continent! Love you! I'll share to other African diasporans.
Great advice; thanks!
Thank you for this
Kylan, thats an educating video in general... humility and basic local language skills will help too. Thats really beautiful sharing this. God keep you strong.
I like how you communicated the message about needing soft skills in Mama Afrika and thank you my sista.
This was perfect! New subscriber here!! Thank you so much! I am a New Yorker moving to Ghana and this is helpful!
This is true and thanks for coming back again
Wow you are spot on, I just recently came home to the U.S after living in Nairobi Kenya for 6 months. The tests were sooo real but so were all of the beautiful blessings I received and friends for life I've made! I'll be going back to Africa for sure and God willing I'll be able to replant my roots as you have done...thx for sharing Sis!
Some people are not used to that kind of heat without air. This can really be a health crisis for some.
What a beautiful, honest, realistic video❤
Love this video. theses are very relevant and important 'skills' to have. I keep theses ideas in my thoughts as i build my home in the motherland. They make fo a much more enjoyable time in the process.
And Thank you for your guidance
Great video very informative.
We, want to develop a wonderful blessing to Muriel. Let's build our Namibia. Luderitz
Nice information thanks for sharing
Excellent information!
Great helpful tips.
Great info sis. Great for the motherland and life overall...
That’s true! Thanks for watching!
Your articulation is excellent 👍🏼. Thanks for the video.
Really great points...So glad you're back... I have to constantly remind myself now and forever of all these points...girl???!!!
Great information, thx.
Always looking up👍👍👍
Love this video, Goddess!💕 Ive lived in Kenya for 10 years and can definitely attest to everything youve expressed here! Blessings to you and the fam!❤🖤💚✊🏿
Tre tips mentioned in this video is so helpful. I believe I can make it; I’ve experienced all those points in the last two years in concentration.
Thanks you very much Sis. Wish you all the best!
Thanks so much!
Beautiful..
Beautiful well presented real life skills and experiences conveyed. Well said.
Thanks for the information I'm frm South Africa
Hi sister, I'm moving to Africa from NYC also.
You welcome
😁😁😁😁 You are so right about the pace in Africa. I am from Sierra Leone in West Africa. I have lived in New York city for 30+ years . I got back to NYC last week Tuesday from having a funeral ceremony for my late mother in Africa. What seem like a hectic day for my brother sisters and other family members , was a slow pace for my older sister who lives in Middle Town , upstate N Y and I . 😎 Being away from the cold , to moving about in the hot weather in Africa was nice. 🙄 Now I am back dealing with bone chilling cold for the past few days.
You're right.
Hey baby good afternoon nice to hear that you chose Africa. Africa is the promise land
All of these points are so true. Unless you live here, there is no way to get it. American culture is so opposite.
Very informative and educative ....Good one!
I respect.
I love your videos
Hey I've seen you before on UA-cam you're back!! And beautiful as ever.