Is foreign aid from Western countries and China robbing Africa of its economic independence?
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- Опубліковано 15 чер 2024
- Critics argue that a new wave of colonialism is sweeping across the African continent. They say that foreign direct investments and aid rob Africa of its economic independence under the guise of development. But are Europeans and the Chinese really to blame for Africa's problems? Edith Kimani met with young residents in the Kenyan capital Nairobi to find out what they think.
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Is foreign aid from Western countries and China robbing Africa of its economic independence? Join the debate by telling us what you think about the topic. Just to remind you, this Street Debate was recorded before CoronaVirus forced many governments to impose social distancing. Thank you @Muchie for reminding us of this.
SO CALL NGO THEY'RE GROPE OF PEOPLE WHO COMING TO AFRICAN US FOREIGN AID BUT THEY HAVE AGENDA IS TO VACATIONS BLACK PEOPLE AND VACCINATIONS WILL KILLING MANY OF AFRICAN IF WE ARE NOT CAREFULLY THAT'S THEIR AGENDA.
@@childofzion9195 Are you talking about coronavirus vaccination?
@@DWThe77Percent everything about African we don't need foreign aid and white people and Chinese they're not good people for we us African over 400years we can't continue with this.. they should living are soon possible. Thank you.
this is interesting title specially France
Are unemployment benefits robbing people of their economic independence?
The title of the video shouldn't even be a question. Africa needs to put down land laws and limit foreigners Corporations.
In the past our chiefs sold africans into slavery
Today our presidents are selling the land and minerals for a penny
and go out begging!!!!!
50 years of begging,so we are addicted to begging
Imagine a country like Congo of Mobutu, begging until they beg the UN militaries good for fighting locusts than milices!!!!?!??
Africans,now with a vast land ,we are buying weapons than agriculture machine!!!!
Shame on Africans
Oh 0:19 Stockholm syndrome
And direct or indirect your a tool actually @2 mins wake tf up and if you argue this you are a tool too.
Frederick Bartholomew exactly lands for Africa’s
I was thinking the same?
Totally wrong. Foreign investment is an amazing thing for a developing nation, inward oriented economic policy over foreign investment is a recipe for disaster. Create a stable economy, then legislate away the foreigners.
Instead of being politically correct and trying to sound smart and looking for blame, kick them out and protect yourselves.
stevenmintz1 you are right, kick them out before it’s too late
We Afrikans are only good when it comes to speaking English, other than that, we are nothing. Afrika is the richest continent on the planet, yet its people are the poorest, ask yourself why?
Yes, starting immediately 👈
It's a systemic thing, getting Europeans or any new colonizer out not gonna be possible and not that easy,the structures has been built for centuries,even revolution not gonna get us out because they (Europeans) has master how to divides and conquer Africa they knew about our diversity, tribes different and culture, they've done a lot of study about African local political systems,they know how to control the African mind,we're in for it forever.
stevenmintz1 , as simple as ABC yet the BLACK MAN can’t see it, even wearing the biggest glasses - mere idiots🤥
Interesting brain storming and great journalism. You all did well in driving home your respective point of views ... bravo!
Now let's take some action on these idea and kick out the colonizers. Why are we so afraid of real independence.
@@MonDieuMaCauseMonEpee
as if we r afraid of too much happiness.
I'm Kenyan and I can say that we need to stop blaming the west for Everything that happens in the international market.
When we complain that our coffee is not getting enough value in the international market ...well have we tried value addition on that coffee? Or are we just exporting roast beans????? I would like to imagine a conversation whereby you tell the German investor to pay more for that coffee just because...If he's a charity organization he might agree but a savy businessman will just go and buy his coffee somewhere else,however if we ground that coffee ,processed it or whatever process we do for value addition the negotiations are much better...good business is only done when you consider each other's mutual interests.
If such challenges come we shouldn't complain of them but we must learn to overcome them inorder to become better than ever
History is not going to repeat itself, AFRIKANS MUST WAKE UP, this needs blood, sweat and tears.
We r ready for we know now that silence is not peace jst inner suffering.
Our problems should be solved by ourselves I mean Africans, we don't need any help from western countries second we have in our continent what the west are crying for. 50%of the World natural resources are in Africa.
sky high you can’t solve problems in a country if you’ve bad leadership, corruption which are all led by the gvt unless if you have your own independent state breakaway from the main gvt
@@astroprotector With due respect I disagree with your finding and figure 500...In west Afrcan University alone...we produce more than 100,000 graduate in engineering curses . But there's a lot of brain drain because of failure from our leaders in Afrcan country not creating Jobs, all they know is looting money to abroad for their selfish motive. And most of Afrcan brothers in diaporal were doing well. We need to unite African countries for a better greater coming generation.
@@danielbankole8865 these idiots dont kno what they talking about
@@african1 they are typical racists. Less than 500 engineers a year? I don't think so.
@@astroprotector why you always sounding like an idiot.
Enough of the complaints and victim mindset, what's important are the actions we take to redeem ourselves and ensure that never again will we allow anyone take us for granted...
you can start by voting Julius malema and economic freedom fighters
Tony is spot on, we need to stop this blaming culture, look to ourselves and be the drivers of our success. Blaming others is just a easy way to ignore the elephant in the room!
But first they must get out,consider our loans reparations and mind their own bussiness in their countries.
Quit poking us wind needles and using us as a biological warfare lab rats,enough!
@@sanctusignis9746 Loans reparations, what do you mean by that?
@@astroprotector you sound so stupid.
@@astroprotector You are an uneducated fool. Take a look at this and stop embarrassing yourself in public:
www.remixhistory.com/
First they need to leave us alone to determine our own destiny. This can only be achieved with responsible leaders.
AFRICAN NEED TO STEP UP , ACT, THIS IS NO MORE KENYANS, NIGERIAN, MALIAN, GUINEAN, SO ON... TIME FOR ACTION LESS TALK
I find it hypocritical to blame all of Europe (50+) countries for the actions of 13 or less that actually had colonies and colonial empires.
Not only that, but a lot of cental and eastern countries have suffered themselves tremendously under invading empires.
To have the people getting interviewed throw around generalist terms like "white people" or Europeans tells me that they aren't interested in having an honest and fair discussion, they just want someone to blame for the failure of their government and communities.
One thing I am absolutely sure of, is that a better future for everyone wonbe built on changing perceived double standards with different ones.
Treat others the way you want to be treated.
Excellent point and quite often forgotten. For example, Finland was colonized by the Swedes and Russians. During the Great Wrath (1714 - 1721), more women and children were enslaved in proportion to the population than in Africa. Not all white Europeans are colonizers.
@@Jinppa lie's lies lies🤮🤑
@@alanwilliams1306 Your accusation is a lie.
Please never stop making content, you are powerful, young sista
I wish Nigerians could have this conversations in Nigeria also
Nigeria is a zoo
Bright Osuji I see this comment often. What do you mean Nigeria is a Zoo?
Why go to Nigeria while they can find and assemble Nigerians anywhere
I agree with that guy to a certain extent, we spend so much time analysing the problem and feeling sorry for ourselves, but the truth is we were not the only ones colonized, however some nations have managed to build their economy post their hardships.
I do too. African and African-Americans have a victim mentality and it isn't helping us move forward. Say, OK, this happened. But now how can we take advantage of certain situations. Look at how to do so and do it. That's what the Asians did.
It’s hard saying that. These people standing there are at least middle class, most people in Aftica aren’t. Neocolonialism relies on impoverishing the general population, because a poor person doesn’t have enough time to ponder about politics
@@benjaminsmith2287 Speak for yourself, only the lazy ones have that victim mentality.
If you cannot understand white Europeans minds .That they don't care and can make you feel like we are the problem .The enslavers are all good please go live with Europeans and see how they love you back.
I love this channel! These segments are so educational, and that reporter is awesome. She keeps the conversation going and on point.
Enough with the talking and start taking action
Yes please!
@@laonemaganu3514 Ain't No yes Please you too laone EVERYONE needs to rltake action removing the colonizers.
You are right
The people in power take no action therefore we must use discussion to raise awareness and pressure them
We cant get anywhere because we cant even agree on a common agenda
But we must press on there r more versions if all of us driven by the same dream real independence.
Kenya. I repeat Kenya. U guys are well schooled. With the few I heard here, I have to say Kenyans are very good in grammar. The interviewer is very very good in English and the use of context. I hold all of u in high esteem.
I agree with you absolutely. Am a Ghanaian and the intellectuals and intelligence as well as enlightenment am seeing here would be lacking in Ghana because the Ghanaian education unfortunately is no more fit for purpose.
One thing I want to say is about this Tony guy. Tony you're a BIG, STUPID AR*S H** L FOR SAYING HE IS HAPPY TO BE COLONIZE, THAT IS THE MINDSET OF SOME AFRICAN PEOPLE. Go and hide in the cave with you fake Rasta.
Very interesting debate, the level of intelligence, awareness, consciousness and above all the willingness for us Africans to start taking our Continent issues into our own hands is really impressive. I'm so glad seeing my fellow Africans brothers and sisters across the Continent leading the revolution, with this trend we'll surely reach there.
From what I hear more African Nations are starting to rely on there fellow people instead if foreigners
*I'm Haitian, and I like Kenyan women.* 🥰💓❤❣
Have you met every woman in Kenyan?
Every Kenyan woman?
REALLY???
Nah its the leaders and the cowardly backwards population who don't demand change.
“How Europe Underdeveloped Africa” - Walter Rodney, should be made a required read in all African schools. Economic aid only breeds dependency on the entity providing the aid. African leaders have long taken aid and avoided putting in the hard work it takes to develop. Some politicians come into office, do very little work and live lavishly; while allowing the exploitation of their own countries.
Aid is never given or used for development its fat change fir their puppets.
Read also dead Aid by Zambian professor.
Underdeveloped? Excuse me, can you tell me what kind of place it was pre colonnial powers?
~ insightful, introspective & informative Edith! you bring it, & give Us plenty to Consider & shift our paradigms!🧐😜✅
Loved the entire conversation.
This is wonderful. Sending my love from the states. 😇👍
🥰🤗As Ethiopian, I am very proud watching these butiful African Millennials with fresh mind based on the wise africans. I love these brain storming uniqueness each individuals expressing to contribute while absorbing the pure African sun vitamin D😊. The interviewer open ended question is very encouraging !! Thank you for uploading the video!🥰
Naw really...it does not take a rocket scientist to see that...we need to Unite
That woman ay 0:30 is spot on! Willie lynch syndrome is real. Only We as a Whole can fight and overcome this. This part of history wont repeat itself. If We as Africans from ALL walks of life come together We CAN BE UNSTOPPABLE. AFRICA FOR AFRICANS.
Africans are capable, but are limited by their dependence on others to do everything for them. If Africans, decide to create their own solutions and strive for excellence, everything will work out.
Be the parent, not the child. Africa is the child now.
Great brainstorming and awesome journalism.loved how tony spoke about it.The past can't be forgotten or erased,be the change that you want to see
Thanks Nanjala. You are smart.
One statement stood out most to me... “we shouldn’t be concerned our countries (home and diaspora) are good tourists destinations and build for them....but be more concerned with feeding ourselves”.
Fascinating discussion. Group of black Canadians watching and learning. Amazing work, here.
Listening to those Ladies really inspired and makes me wanna invest more in my Lil sisters..... Am really inspired... Great minds
Salute✨ To you!!
Do it Those Young Brilliant Minds
Needs to be nurtured & invested into for the task ahead!
Absolutely on point, I gave courage to my niece to embrace Education very dearly, today she's a Librarian in Oprah Winfrey leadership academy right here in South Africa. I am proud of her.
..Neo-colonialism at its best.." the language, your first names.."
The answer is yes
Respect from the small island of Barbados 🇧🇧
I love their line of thoughts , wish they had more time to express their thoughts especially tony on the China point.
Scheaffer Okore is on Point.
I'm just going to leave this here, if a stranger come to your house and walk in and take something and leave that means he or she is a thief but if you invited them in under the name of investors and then they starts to take all the good that you have who is to be blame, reminisce on on that
Bring this program to Nigeria please we need to educate Nigeria youth and hear their part of story
So called Nigerians already think they know everything.
shout out to this amazing journalist
Edith u r stellar in what you do 💝💝💝
Tony nailed it. but never forget!
Africa will be better when there’s no religion’ religion is our main problem
Religion is the least factor in African problems. The enemy is European union and USA. They have been working tirelessly for decades to ensure that Africa remains their slave for good. There's enough proof to testify that.
I am a year late commenting on the topic 🤣. But what a great debate 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾.
Africa you are ready!!.
Africa you have always been ready.
So much talent and education.
So many of you understand and actually know what needs to be done.
Africa you are ready to take full control of your countries and the prosperous future of the next generation.
The problem started during the slave trade when Africa began to selling their people for good and products. As time went on more African people were being shipped, the weaker Africa became. This allowed other countries to come in and take land position. And whatever goods they traded for, they did not use it to educate or built up theirs countries.
They will never acknowledge that...they will have to admit that their forefathers we're just as guilty as the Europeans.
Edith ..most beautiful journalist.
Better this kind of debates spread and to be held in every village, town and big cities in Africa. To build strong awareness & constructive responses from the people and leaders
our curse started at the Berlin conference
Such smart and eloquent people.
I love this reporter's energy, and the fact that she disclosed that she was now with German owned media - I love her format of trying to give people and opportunity to speak, and I love her "Donahue" format of going from person to person. One of the respondents, Tony, the guy with the blond dreds is getting on my nerves - he's clearly delusional - he is so brainwashed, I fear the hair color has penetrated his brains. I think she should and could have developed the Chinese invasion and abuse of Kenya a lot more deeply - but it appeared as though every time it was brought up she pulled the mike away much too soon. I truly hope Kenya is now ready to resolve the Neo-colonial invasion of China and the re-invasion of eruope - it's time to bite the bullet and kick them all out, and go solo - I.e. without depending on the white uberstructure. Stay Blessed & ECLECTICALLY BLACK - Gloria Dulan-Wilson
Oh Yeah I’m black Kenyan but I will agree with Tony big time, like literally we are against the colonial era and neocolonial era yet we can’t address and articulate our issues in Swahili 🤷🏿♀️🤷🏿♀️
Any investment funding comes with more than interest. The more you take/borrow the higher their stakes . That’s part of any nation climbing up the ladder .
Honestly, I understand about losing a victim mentality. Doesn't make me like or appreciate or excuse British violating African people and others they've colonized. I think countries like Singapore did the right thing. They were ultra-disciplined and made themselves into economic powers. Africa needs an economic power that is not South Africa. Rwanda is trying to get there but I don't think they're big enough.
Collaboration is only mutually beneficial when you collaborate as equals. Elsewise it is just exploitation.
Kenya has only had 57 years of independence. It took the US from 1776 to 1859 to stop deciding political office by way of duel. That's 83 years, in a country where the people decided their own borders.
Kenya's growth is going to take time. It is not going to be instant. This isn't a matter of blame, this is a matter of understanding and context. From where Kenya has started, it's growth is tremendous. Keep going and be proud of your accomplishments.
Africa has been on foreign aid longer than most Canadian/British taxpayers have been born. This while exsoldiers and the mentality handicapped live, sleep and die on the bitterly cold streets of Canada. Our Canadian politicians and bureaucrats on their way to work, stepped over the homeless. Let that sink in. Why? Enquiring minds need to know.
When he talks coffee tourism and showing them how we do stuff. I ask Michael. Do they reciprocate?
It seems as though we are having the same conversation around the globe.
Wasn't it Ngugi who wrote Decolonizing the Mind?
It's him
Embrace change, when someone is out to help you appreciate
We need more people like the girl wearing white glas she is intellectual who knows what she is talking about
Time for action. Africa 🌍 must take over in the world
Great job sister
I simply loved it😌
Very intelligent participants
Dw why didn't you invite an economist in this conversation..clearly an expert in economics would interpret the economic benefits that Africa has gained and the disadvantages in a more informed manner
I think when it comes to development and growth we are taking the easy way out. We don't invest in our people to promote economic growth and development.
Big up Edith Kimani du bist einfach geil 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
One African one love we need to get together and look for solutions in our Africa I'm right
Sister Scheaffer Okore, I love you so much from somalia 🇸🇴
Africa need to educate more women so that they can be leaders in Africa.... and women don't compromise if anything happens to their country.
Excellent conversation but it needs to fruition into action and results
I don't like the way the interview has been ended, and the conclusion that was made at the end. This topic is a very deep one, and cannot and should not be treated so lightly and so casually and left hanging there in the middle of nowhere, with no real idea or perception on how one should confront this situation that Africa is in.
I like this program
Sis Nanjala Nyabola knows what she is talking ✊🏿
She's really doing it for Africa Allah bless you sister and all Africa
Ameen. and it will be happen Africa will best continent in worldwide inshallallahu ❣💎✅🤝🏽
I love all the women in this programme with their natural look on their hair love you all. That is our identity
YES!!!
Yes
No there is no room for collebrations period at all.
Anyway it's look beautiful out there
I love how he described what he said. She is not playing a role in the neo-colonialism. Cause of your interest within the broadcast and she is targeting.
How can you even call it aide when it serves the interest of the contributor against your own survival
Nice debate 😎
@Amadu Shoe Shine: Many thanks, you can always be part of the debate by saying what you think about what is discussed.
I also stopped blaming leaders it's us the pple who have refused to think.we don't want to wake up
Good video
Afrika is the richest continent on the planet, yets its people are the poorest in the world. Our youths are unemployed, non-healthcare system, poor deplorable roads, etc. Why?, Why??, Why???.
wake up Africa youth please, help your motherland
EXCELLENT DISCUSSION & REALITY BELOVEDS!!!
ASANTE SANNA &
HOTEP BROTHERS, SISTERS & FAMILY:
DECOLONIZING THE MIND, INDEED, IS THE MAIN THING TO ACHIEVE, THEN ECONOMICS!!!
Afrika needs to become a Superpower!
Pluri-languages are a blessing for us, yet we as African refused to come together to speak a unique Afro language, cause our leaders refused it back then when it was proposed. and everywhere I go, we had to Salut each others into our colonial languages, meanwhile , Chinese, Indians, Arabs speak others languages too, yet they're proud to speak their own maternal languages in others face with no mercy, while we everything we had to said between ourselves, others understand.
Chinese blind our leaders with money first and we have to vote carefully coz Asian, Western, European are thinking the same
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@ 4:00 speak Sista.
🌍Help my people .. i should say our people as #humanity Johannesburg was Nyce 🌍
AWAKEN ..BEFORE ITS TO LATE..
Um important but West hand is tick
Why you need their money when you have the oil and other resources to sell
First of all, WESTERN FOREIGN AID to AFRICA 🌍, is just a MYTH... I witnessed this when I was younger, you ask the WESTERNERS a help of building a local Hospital and train the nurses and Cadres to operate it, instead of doing it, they show up with 10 Flat TV'S purchased from abroad, not even locally.
And they tell you to sign for the delivery, later they make a report that a certain Town in any Country received 1 million$ in Aid...😂
Yes they are!