We Moved Back Also from the States, BEST DECISION EVER, life in the US was becoming unbearable and completely unsustainable. Karibu Sana Nyumbani, tupo wengi. Diaspora wameamka, the grass is truly greener on the African Soil. Much Bliss 🙏🏾
I’m so glad to have found you guys here today I had to subscribe,i raised my two older kids in states,both are in their middle twenties, one is doing great but one is not due to mental issue triggered by bulling in high Sch,God blessed us with a surprise miracle baby who is now 8,I’ve been contemplating of moving back to raise the 8 yr old in Kenya but I’ve been in a limbo
@@skinnyzebra8626 Moved with a 8yr old and a 6yr old, they are THRIVING, literally saved their lives or should I say MINDS. America is NOT Sustainable for all faculties that make one human. It has become a matter if Surving or Thriving, and we are not animals, so making a _CONSCIOUS_ decision was easy, BEST decision ever. We are Free! Peace and Bliss
@@soinda87 that is exactly what I plan on doing myself and a whole lot of others are moving from the US most of us Jamaicans that are going back home to Africa to buy land build a home and grow our own food
Been in the US 3.5yrs now and cant wait to go back. Africa is the most tranquil, serene place. Africans dont even know that their air is fresh as hell, food is safe and healthy, people actually talk to each other unlike in developed countries. And that “talking” is a free mental health stabilizing program that Africans will never understand or appreciate , and one that White people will never appreciate because they don’t see it. Only Africans who have lived in both worlds understand.it is so deep. So deep.
I am a White person -- I cant "appreciate" - what kind of nonsense is that - I would not like to live with only one color of people - I like America because we have an integrated culture - all ethnicities - Kenya has tribalism and corruption - I lived in Kenya and Ghana - I know Africa - I know Europe - I know the Caribbean - I know America - and America is the best place on earth by far - too many mukoras in Kenya
I think this is very good. This has always been my plan. Work abroad, save money, get assets back in Kenya (house, land, car, savings, business set up etc) then return home. Some people prefer to stay abroad forever and there is nothing wrong with that but I truly believe that you made the right decision.
I moved to the village from Nairobi, stayed there 1yr 3 months. I had a wonderful time. free water, free solar, free food, free house, family relation, fresh air, time for planting, time for weeding, time for harvest which is controlled by God, had a lot of free relaxation time. family bonding, community bonding. its was great. Moved back to Nairobi because of malaria. But going back again! Village is God's economy.
@@WuonOdidi You are welcome. Village children are very healthy. They get sick from malaria and maybe cholera and typhoid which are treatable. Fresh food, air, water, and big compound to run around also teaching them traditional agriculture methods will make them very healthy and have respect to the elderly and family and community.
Weuh! I'm impressed. That's a beautiful house and the finishing is perfect. You have all the reasons to come back home. I wish you well as you make those plans.
It is the best decision you have made Wuon. Some people may not see it that way, but over time, you will realize you have made the best decision in life. I keep telling folks that either east or west, home will always be the best, especially for attaining the best mental health as one grows older. God bless you bro along with your family.🙏🙏
@@sarahm316there's a friend from US in a state called mane that advised me that in Kenya if u have a bussiness,job or something u wake up every morning to go to ,,just stay here and be ok.i now understand majuu issa jungle 😅😅
Yesterday i was telling a friend there is no magic abroad and blessings are bound everywhere. You can grow big in Kenya you can do so abroad but home is always best.
This is a very motivating video. I came to the UK 2.6 years ago. Very soon after I landed, I started planning my move back. Of course there is plenty to appreciate abroad but there is also huge societal issues I can't ignore. I want to return because there is nothing like home, culture is a huge factor, and I also want to take part in growing my country. Luckily I've fallen in love with another African that shares my mission to return. I've even convinced her that Kenya is the place to be. Saa hii anajaribu kujifunza Kiswahili. Good luck on all your respective journeys! Tujenga Kenya pamoja!
You articulate your reasons very well. My 3 siblings split their time between Kenya and the U.S but definitely enjoy a higher quality of life in Kenya. They're in careers that enable them to do that. This will make their transition back to Kenya very smooth. I on the other hand work for the government and get very little time off, so I don't spend much time in Kenya. I also developed numerous health issues after contracting covid 5 times, so I have to be in the U.S so as to receive the care I need. I feel like I'm between a rock and a hard place. I could easily afford to live in Kenya since I have properties there, but my health makes it impossible.
I am sorry to hear that Mercy! I hope more doors open up for you in terms of healthcare options..that way you can come home more easily! Thanks for sharing!!
I didn’t know you are also considering moving Jannet. I can to US two years ago, through the guidance of your videos, learned, graduated and now have a job. But I am going back. I just don’t know when, but my heart and sould is in Kenya
@@davidseeh298 thank you so much for following and your success. I have put in my 20 years so it’s time to go back home but will continue to encourage people to come make money then build home
Welcome back home, home sweet home. I have been in Kenya all my life and not interested in going to diaspora at all, maybe for a vocation and back, I respect people who like that life but for me Kenyan life is far the best, challenges are there but alot of freedom and happiness, fresh food and social life, I just want it simple and fun, ...
Wishing you all the BEST!!! I’ve tried this coming home for every summer stay in Kenya, but this year, my kids sadly disliked Kenya so much! There is so many transitions to adjust to… I would say try this before kids are above 5.
Your sentiments are totally relatable to me. I've been in the diaspora for around 20 years. Im seriously considering transitioning back home. Diaspora was great for a while now I just feel so stuck here.
What's success WITHOUT health? As a nurse in America and one that has also done voluntary medical camps in Kenya, I will tell you that LIFE expectancy in Kenya is not low without a reason. Too many near misses or medical errors without ANYONE being held accountable. My 10yr was born with one ear. Did a surgery here in America and also had a few things going on while in the NICU. I wonder kama my boy would have a 2nd ear and hearing on one of his ears had he been in Kenya. Wacha nikae America. The financial grass is greener, what abt the medical part of it given that u are getting older and the body is getting weaker too...wacha nikue lame by retiring in U.S. Good luck. YOU LIVE ONCE.
I really love this,,this is what I'm just doing in diaspora,one year since I left home, I'm aligning things back home,+254,then move back in The Village..Home is best owadwa,.my home in the village is where I will go back to,not city.
I happened to have watched your second video in this series before this one. It's good to know that you're from a neighboring state, California, and similar city, Kisumu! Great content, I've been thinking deeply about transitioning and I thank God I stumbled onto your channel.
Glad I came across your video. Have Lived in Qatar for 5yrs now living in America but my heart still belongs home in the 254! I hope to move back there someday soon i would not want to raise my future children in the US! May God see you through your journey!
I wish you the best in your journeey and thanks for sharing. You have a calming voice. .... This idea of moving back is living rent free in my head. By good luck, I have been running a profitable business back home the last 3 years. Moved to Europe 5 years ago. I know I can do 100 folds with that business being there physically.
You have a beautiful home Odidi. I live in Nairobi and I see my neighbors spend time in the US and Kenya, they really enjoy it here especially the senior citizens. I believe deep down we love this country inspite of the dysfunction, it's a beautiful place, it's home.
Factors to consider buy a land , build a house, buy another land set up rentals like a flat for continous income,save for school fees and basic,then come back home with the mindset of focusing on work u can do immediately.explore places later
New sub & I love how you have broken down this. I spent 30yrs of my life in Kenya, I recently moved to Texas to joim my husband and its been 4months here & i can already relate to everything you have mentioned in this video. I am def following your story to see how you settle back in Kenya
Great to see you here dearie . I was away for a decade plus , moved back to Kenya then started my plans to be out again. Adapting was hard for sure!! All the best
I moved back to Nairobi but not to a village I don't have a village to move back to. I was born in Nairobi but my old neighbourhood is destroyed full of high rises and all neighbourhood childhood friends have left /driven out mostly in diaspora and unfortunately several close friends have passed away. I tried to live outside Nairobi and hated it.Friends wise I found it difficult to make new friends trying to relate to people who have mostly never left Kenya. Also as a single woman I did not feel safe and the attitude of men was just annoying. I also did not like the frustration of getting even simple things done. Dealing with a corrupt system is soul destroying. The power cuts became boring and yes there is family but they can be too much. I realised I liked my freedom in the UK and cherished the diversity of my friends. For those who have villages to go to then it makes sense. For Nai born and bred it is just exchanging one rat race for a polluted, chaotic other rat race.
I luv this. Please be sure to bring your own organic seeds for the homestead. It’s currently illegal to buy or sell organic (non gmo) seeds in 🇰🇪. This is a law we need to fight and reverse it Am so happy for y’all 🌸🩷
True. The law to criminalise indigenous seeds was passed by parliament last year. Those idiots don't even read the bills, they just shout aaaai or naaay and vote according to the piper not what's good for the citizens.
This is really impressive! I’m one year old in the US and would love to learn from your journey. Kindly let me know how I can reach you. I’d love to set my base back home early enough for such a transition.
Good decision I may say. But going and living out of our countries 15:1615:1615:1615:1615:16 enables us learn more about life, learn new skills that we can implement in our countries if and when we decide to to come back and lastly we are able to appreciate our own countries and may also suggest improvements in governance of our own countries. Going out of our countries is therefore not a bad thing at all.The same applies to coming back. It’s an individual choice, congratulations on your decision ❤️
I live in UK, have done so for over 15 years now. 10 years ago i tried to move back to Kenya and it didnt work out. NOW i know UK is home permanently. Happy for those it works out for - It didnt for me, and i have made peace with that decision.
Happo kwa "letting my hair down" ndio sijaona evidence. But good stuff. This country and the family relations are priceless gems that you can't ignore.
Thank you for information it’s an eye opener, I intend moving to Kenya sometimes to retire there but, as I have no land or house I’ll have to organise all those before I move in, thank
Nothing like family support, organic food, lower stress, and overall quality of life is worth it. I have not yet considered moving back yet but I am open to that. Especially with all these shootings here it’s starting to give me anxiety, can’t trust anyone and child care is insane in the US. I Just have to find a way to make a living there first. All the best with the transition, I am sure it will be a process but eventually worth it.
If there is a kalenjin man who wants to move back, like this. I am looking for a potential partner who is also looking to move back in future. But i am too emotionally tired to marry into another culture that i am not a cultural fit.
You are doing a GOOD thing. I was born from a Caribbean Island and came to the US and was raised there. The point you make in regards to your children and how they're American but their culture is Kenyan is VERY real. The other thing is that when it comes time for them to get married, that will speak a lot to who they can choose to marry. For those children who grew up like this, it's very hard to find a mate who shares similar values. While I love to see diverse cultures here in the US, I understand where you're coming from. I wish I could go home but that "home" for me is different. I don't know what part of Africa I would go back to ... and my current home country is in shambles. :(
Loving this, I am new to this channel and a new UA-camr too..the USA is my dream for sure..can't wait to move there someday for some years then come back to KE when I am financially stable enough
I'm African American living in Africa. I know the States very well. I think you are making a very good choice. The States is not a good place for families and believe me it is about to be much worse. You might consider a additional plan for an earlier emergency quick exit if necessary. I also lived in Long Beach on PCH when in college.Blessings
Upon all the lectures, make sure you have something concrete to live on and do if you relocate to home country else life could be more depressive. Take it easy! One step at a time and also consider the type of education you want for your kids. Above all, be more prayerful and avoid comparisons.
What education are you talk about? Do you think a doctor in US is any better than a dock in Kenya?? Are you in US?? If yes, we can argue, if not, then get yourself here first ujionee na macho
Me too after 23 years I move back permanently last 10 years I was getting ready build a house buy land small business where do you get little bit income and that's all I needed
Thousands of Kenyans move back to Kenya...Not everyone in Kenya is poor as you all know and without stealing!....Many Kenyans who have good jobs or lucrative Businesses live better than many Kenyans in America or Europe or anywhere outside Kenya. It depends on your family financial level when they left Kenya or when growing up in Kenya. Mostly if your family was /is poor or does not have anything in Kenya then these people do not want to go.back. He is correct, qualify of life is much better in Kenya if you have enough money to support your family. Help - here we have no help - we have to cook, clean, take care of the house and family and transport kids to school all by yourself - in Kenya even people in gishagi have housegirls . In central many who are doing ok have house girls and drivers - Disapora are always tired , many work 2 jobs never home, kids being raised by video games, parents spend very little time with their children - many Disapora children are in trouble in America - in jail, pregnant at 14, or on drugs or very disrespectful to the parents. Like he said also correct - The children of Disapora also have identity crisis and a complex, as he said they dont fit in with black American children or the whites . So they over do it or self isolate to cover their complex. I will be moving back in 2 years for better community , more family and a more less stressful life but like he said, you must have a. Plan to move anywhere in the world . Let us remember there are poor lower social economical level people in all countries - many homeless in America. Its so foolish some Kenyans think all Kenyans should be on the same financial level mostly due to jealousy. All country's have people on different levels, there are poor , average and rich people in every country like America and in Europe too. So your not the first ones, it will be fine so long as you have a plan work on it Daily as you would in any country. All the Best.❤️🇰🇪. There are ex Disapora gtoups in Nairobi, check them out. 15:16
So glad I came across your video. I often think about making the move as well. I live and rent an apartment in south Orange County, so I pay a pretty penny monthly. I am glad this was recommended to me. Great pointers👍.
You're in one of the most expensive counties in the country. Have you tried moving to the south? There are many job opportunities and the cost of living is much lower. Nashville especially has many opportunities in I.T, Healthcare and service industries
I am three years in US and having a job here. My mind and emotions are all in Kenya. We have had the discussions of going back with my wife, and we all agree that East or west, home is the best option. Am not sure how long I will last here..
20 years is more than enough to return back home. 10-15 years abroad is enough if you plan your return the first day you land abroad. At 40-45 years old, you should be back home to enjoy your sweat.
I'm in the process of moving back to my birth country @ the end of the year. As much as it is exciting, I'm a bit anxious because it is a huge. transition. so much to do in terms of getting ids, social security & getting used to living there rather than visiting. One of the things I have to constantly remind myself is that moving back does not mean I'm a failure. I am excited for what the future holds.
Will you bring your furniture and personal belongings with you? Are you able to share your experience with cargo shipping if you are? Thank you so much for your videos. New subscriber here.
Good decision, I started my journey in moving back to our mother land about twelve years ago, from UK 🇬🇧 now i am okay, I enjoy simple life 🙏🇰🇪the best decision i ever made in my life, i am happy 🙏🙏🙏
Once one accomplishes what they had gone to do in the first place, (mostly wealth) they come back home. East West home is best. Everyone wants to walk down a street, an avenue, a village lane, and feel that "I AM HOME"
Incredible reasons and a remarkable decision - family, relationships, mental health, cultural fit, environment, cost/affordability. Thanks for sharing, Omuga. I am in both worlds. Warom Kaluo, Prof.
Irony of life is that some of us are praying day and night for God to open a door so that we can move abroad and some are planning to come back.sometimes life is so unfair
True. So many of my friends and relatives want to come to America. I know that if their circumstances were different, they would stay in Kenya. I've lived in America for over 20 years but I've not had the desire to return home since so much time has passed and I don't know if I would fit in. I would feel lost 😢
I have noticed that many Kenyans especially those around the age of 40-50 are returning in droves. This is a good development, my nephew moved back in 2018 after 20 years in the Silicon Valley!
Kenyan African American here payments are like big deal let’s take only home ownership you pay home insurance, taxes, sewer, water, electricity bill yeah they can be overwhelming
Nigerian-American right here in New York. Moving back to Abuja in 2026. I am trying to move earlier than scheduled. This country makes me sick to my stomach. A single day in America is huge burden on my mental health 😢
We Moved Back Also from the States, BEST DECISION EVER, life in the US was becoming unbearable and completely unsustainable. Karibu Sana Nyumbani, tupo wengi. Diaspora wameamka, the grass is truly greener on the African Soil. Much Bliss 🙏🏾
I am so glad to hear that! Thanks for sharing!!
Great move. 🎉
I’m so glad to have found you guys here today I had to subscribe,i raised my two older kids in states,both are in their middle twenties, one is doing great but one is not due to mental issue triggered by bulling in high Sch,God blessed us with a surprise miracle baby who is now 8,I’ve been contemplating of moving back to raise the 8 yr old in Kenya but I’ve been in a limbo
@@skinnyzebra8626 Moved with a 8yr old and a 6yr old, they are THRIVING, literally saved their lives or should I say MINDS. America is NOT Sustainable for all faculties that make one human. It has become a matter if Surving or Thriving, and we are not animals, so making a _CONSCIOUS_ decision was easy, BEST decision ever. We are Free! Peace and Bliss
@@skinnyzebra8626 Thank you so much for sharing and I wish you and your babies the very best!!! Asante sana!
Lived in the US for 5 years and Moved back to Kenya 9 years ago. It was initially tough but it paid off later. Best decision ever.
I am very glad to hear that!!
Great move.we moved 2yrs back from Europe. Kindly we can make a family group of all come backs
@elishebablessings585 that's great idea. How can I reach for an interview please...your email please
@@WuonOdidihe Mr Odidi, we love to interview you some day once you've settled...share your email if you don't mind. Thank you
I want to move to a village house, big land with a small functional house. Grow food and that’s it.
Entirely possible! Please share your journey!
@@soinda87 that is exactly what I plan on doing myself and a whole lot of others are moving from the US most of us Jamaicans that are going back home to Africa to buy land build a home and grow our own food
Same here
This is my dream too, so done with diaspora
@@PeaceAnn177 We can do this!!!!
Been in the US 3.5yrs now and cant wait to go back. Africa is the most tranquil, serene place. Africans dont even know that their air is fresh as hell, food is safe and healthy, people actually talk to each other unlike in developed countries. And that “talking” is a free mental health stabilizing program that Africans will never understand or appreciate , and one that White people will never appreciate because they don’t see it. Only Africans who have lived in both worlds understand.it is so deep. So deep.
Absolutely!!!! No place like home!
African food is not safe. I laugh when Africans say that
Totally agree
I am a White person -- I cant "appreciate" - what kind of nonsense is that - I would not like to live with only one color of people - I like America because we have an integrated culture - all ethnicities - Kenya has tribalism and corruption - I lived in Kenya and Ghana - I know Africa - I know Europe - I know the Caribbean - I know America - and America is the best place on earth by far - too many mukoras in Kenya
@@caribcarib4337you aren't african. Africa is so much better for real and we realize it when we move to the west. Also America is dangerous
I think this is very good. This has always been my plan. Work abroad, save money, get assets back in Kenya (house, land, car, savings, business set up etc) then return home. Some people prefer to stay abroad forever and there is nothing wrong with that but I truly believe that you made the right decision.
Absolutely!! We can do this!!
Home is where your heart is ie where you feel more safe.I have made diaspora my main home coz am happy here and not in kenya
I moved to the village from Nairobi, stayed there 1yr 3 months. I had a wonderful time. free water, free solar, free food, free house, family relation, fresh air, time for planting, time for weeding, time for harvest which is controlled by God, had a lot of free relaxation time. family bonding, community bonding. its was great. Moved back to Nairobi because of malaria. But going back again! Village is God's economy.
I love to hear that!! thanks for sharing!!
Free house free food free water how??
@@Sunshine-lf1ot come and see, I can give my house to you as Airbnb. let me know if you are interested. document for yourself.
@@WuonOdidi You are welcome. Village children are very healthy. They get sick from malaria and maybe cholera and typhoid which are treatable. Fresh food, air, water, and big compound to run around also teaching them traditional agriculture methods will make them very healthy and have respect to the elderly and family and community.
@@Sunshine-lf1ot we dont oay f4o qnything in our villages
I see im not the only one who experiences too much peace and serenity in the village.
YES!! We are here!!
Beautiful house
Amazing Voice Over
Little girl is definitely your bestie
God guide you in the best direction
Asante sana Aoko..we are trying :)
Weuh! I'm impressed. That's a beautiful house and the finishing is perfect. You have all the reasons to come back home. I wish you well as you make those plans.
Asante sana nyakabondo!
It is the best decision you have made Wuon. Some people may not see it that way, but over time, you will realize you have made the best decision in life. I keep telling folks that either east or west, home will always be the best, especially for attaining the best mental health as one grows older. God bless you bro along with your family.🙏🙏
Absolutely!!!!
Very sensible! Prof was raised well, period! It's called values.
Asante sana...home is best!
@WuonOdidi me too am planning to go back to our beloved nation kenya 🇰🇪
@@WuonOdidiAs long as you arrange yourself and have your own house no rent and have a small business or an appatiment your good to go
@@sarahm316there's a friend from US in a state called mane that advised me that in Kenya if u have a bussiness,job or something u wake up every morning to go to ,,just stay here and be ok.i now understand majuu issa jungle 😅😅
Yesterday i was telling a friend there is no magic abroad and blessings are bound everywhere. You can grow big in Kenya you can do so abroad but home is always best.
YES!!! Thank you so much :)
This is a very motivating video. I came to the UK 2.6 years ago. Very soon after I landed, I started planning my move back. Of course there is plenty to appreciate abroad but there is also huge societal issues I can't ignore. I want to return because there is nothing like home, culture is a huge factor, and I also want to take part in growing my country. Luckily I've fallen in love with another African that shares my mission to return. I've even convinced her that Kenya is the place to be. Saa hii anajaribu kujifunza Kiswahili. Good luck on all your respective journeys! Tujenga Kenya pamoja!
Amazing!!! Tuletee mrembo huku brother!!
You articulate your reasons very well. My 3 siblings split their time between Kenya and the U.S but definitely enjoy a higher quality of life in Kenya. They're in careers that enable them to do that. This will make their transition back to Kenya very smooth. I on the other hand work for the government and get very little time off, so I don't spend much time in Kenya. I also developed numerous health issues after contracting covid 5 times, so I have to be in the U.S so as to receive the care I need. I feel like I'm between a rock and a hard place. I could easily afford to live in Kenya since I have properties there, but my health makes it impossible.
I am sorry to hear that Mercy! I hope more doors open up for you in terms of healthcare options..that way you can come home more easily! Thanks for sharing!!
Please What careers are your siblings doing that enables them to be between africa and Us? It can also help me on how to choose career path. Thanks
This is very inspiring and eye opener for many of us living in the diaspora. Watching you from Tennessee 🇺🇸…thank you for sharing!!!
Thank you for the kind words!! We can do this!!
Excellent videos Goodluck I plan to build in the village too and move in 4 years
Asante Janet! You have to share your journey with us!
I didn’t know you are also considering moving Jannet. I can to US two years ago, through the guidance of your videos, learned, graduated and now have a job. But I am going back. I just don’t know when, but my heart and sould is in Kenya
@@WuonOdidiI will share my journey yes, I am ready just waiting for my daughter to graduate 😊
@@davidseeh298 thank you so much for following and your success. I have put in my 20 years so it’s time to go back home but will continue to encourage people to come make money then build home
Welcome back home, home sweet home. I have been in Kenya all my life and not interested in going to diaspora at all, maybe for a vocation and back, I respect people who like that life but for me Kenyan life is far the best, challenges are there but alot of freedom and happiness, fresh food and social life, I just want it simple and fun, ...
Yes, they eat rotten food
Absolutely!!!!
ME TOOOOO. Ber ni Ber. Home is best and it is time. Africa is where it is happening, and this is critical time.
Asante sana! We can do this :)
Wishing you all the BEST!!! I’ve tried this coming home for every summer stay in Kenya, but this year, my kids sadly disliked Kenya so much! There is so many transitions to adjust to… I would say try this before kids are above 5.
I am sorry to hear that!! Why do they dislike home? Is it just home in general or schools at home??
Home is the best I came back home too last year and am loving my life.
It's because you had something to come back with & come back to😢.
YES!!! Conrats to you!
Welcome back home! It was one of the best decisions I made. I am so😂❤ happy to be in Kenya
Asante sana!!! I'm glad to hear you succeeded
Well done am soon relocating too.
Thank you so so much and best of luck to you :)
Your sentiments are totally relatable to me. I've been in the diaspora for around 20 years. Im seriously considering transitioning back home. Diaspora was great for a while now I just feel so stuck here.
We can do this!! I see a lot of success stories!
What's success WITHOUT health? As a nurse in America and one that has also done voluntary medical camps in Kenya, I will tell you that LIFE expectancy in Kenya is not low without a reason. Too many near misses or medical errors without ANYONE being held accountable. My 10yr was born with one ear. Did a surgery here in America and also had a few things going on while in the NICU. I wonder kama my boy would have a 2nd ear and hearing on one of his ears had he been in Kenya. Wacha nikae America. The financial grass is greener, what abt the medical part of it given that u are getting older and the body is getting weaker too...wacha nikue lame by retiring in U.S. Good luck. YOU LIVE ONCE.
@@sw5376 True :) this is not for everyone for sure!
I feel stuck too, time to go back home
@@achienglilian6395 Achieng we can do this!!!
I really love this,,this is what I'm just doing in diaspora,one year since I left home, I'm aligning things back home,+254,then move back in The Village..Home is best owadwa,.my home in the village is where I will go back to,not city.
Absolutely!! Please share your journey with us!
@@WuonOdidi I will soon,
I was in Europe and Canada for many years, then came back home with my books and clothes. It was the best decision ever. Here I am good!
I'm very glad t hear that! Thanks for sharing!!!
My lecture way back in KU
I happened to have watched your second video in this series before this one. It's good to know that you're from a neighboring state, California, and similar city, Kisumu! Great content, I've been thinking deeply about transitioning and I thank God I stumbled onto your channel.
Thank you so much!!! We can do this! Ii hope you and I can connect soon??
Glad I came across your video. Have Lived in Qatar for 5yrs now living in America but my heart still belongs home in the 254! I hope to move back there someday soon i would not want to raise my future children in the US!
May God see you through your journey!
Asante sana and good luck with your journey!!!
I wish you the best in your journeey and thanks for sharing. You have a calming voice. .... This idea of moving back is living rent free in my head. By good luck, I have been running a profitable business back home the last 3 years. Moved to Europe 5 years ago. I know I can do 100 folds with that business being there physically.
Asante sana! I'd love to learn from your experiences please!!
You have a beautiful home Odidi. I live in Nairobi and I see my neighbors spend time in the US and Kenya, they really enjoy it here especially the senior citizens. I believe deep down we love this country inspite of the dysfunction, it's a beautiful place, it's home.
Absolutely!!Thanks!
Such a beautiful home. MashaAllah 😃 The kids are soo cute! All the best family
Thank you so much :)
Factors to consider buy a land , build a house, buy another land set up rentals like a flat for continous income,save for school fees and basic,then come back home with the mindset of focusing on work u can do immediately.explore places later
100% agreed!!
New sub & I love how you have broken down this. I spent 30yrs of my life in Kenya, I recently moved to Texas to joim my husband and its been 4months here & i can already relate to everything you have mentioned in this video. I am def following your story to see how you settle back in Kenya
Great to see you here dearie . I was away for a decade plus , moved back to Kenya then started my plans to be out again. Adapting was hard for sure!! All the best
@@divine5582 are you moving out of Kenya again you mean?
@@divine5582 Thanks for sharing! This is why we are taking it easy over a long period of time!
@@WuonOdidi that's true. Work ethics was the major reason for me.
The planning starts early! Just begin to jipanga!
I live in Canada but spend most times in Kenya.
I'm currently building something small.
My plan is to move back in 3 years.
Canada life is expensive..
Excellent!!! Please share more! I'd love to learn from you!
I moved back to Nairobi but not to a village I don't have a village to move back to. I was born in Nairobi but my old neighbourhood is destroyed full of high rises and all neighbourhood childhood friends have left /driven out mostly in diaspora and unfortunately several close friends have passed away. I tried to live outside Nairobi and hated it.Friends wise I found it difficult to make new friends trying to relate to people who have mostly never left Kenya. Also as a single woman I did not feel safe and the attitude of men was just annoying. I also did not like the frustration of getting even simple things done. Dealing with a corrupt system is soul destroying. The power cuts became boring and yes there is family but they can be too much. I realised I liked my freedom in the UK and cherished the diversity of my friends. For those who have villages to go to then it makes sense. For Nai born and bred it is just exchanging one rat race for a polluted, chaotic other rat race.
I am sorry to hear about your experience! I hope some day you will get a second chance..perhaps after the kids clean things up!
I luv this. Please be sure to bring your own organic seeds for the homestead.
It’s currently illegal to buy or sell organic (non gmo) seeds in 🇰🇪. This is a law we need to fight and reverse it
Am so happy for y’all
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Illegal to buy non gmo seeds? Thats insane!
Wow!!! I had no idea! thanks for sharing!
True. The law to criminalise indigenous seeds was passed by parliament last year. Those idiots don't even read the bills, they just shout aaaai or naaay and vote according to the piper not what's good for the citizens.
This is good stuff! Waiting on reason 2! Cheers…
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Wuon Odidi hello just watching and support your move. am new. You are a wonderful family ❤❤❤
Thank you so much :)
Just subscribed to your channel and really enjoying the content.
Thank you so much :)
That is a bold decision.....I like your home too.I am inspired.
Thank you thank you :)
The art work is to die for … May I ask where you purchased them?
Thanks! we got them at a furniture store in mega city kisumu...I forgot the name of the exact shop
Beautiful House Wuon!. Who made those doors? 😀
Thanks a lot! Exteriors or interior doors?
@@WuonOdidi exterior 🙏🏾
@@baharimeli I had my welder Omosh do all the welding works on site after I bought materials: His number is 0717262862
@@WuonOdidi thanks so much!
It was a very helpful video to me . Thank you, brother .
Thank you so much!!!
Wuon Odidi od no ber buana 😅 Moving back home soon too. Watching from Canada.
Erokamano ahinya :) Where is home for you??
We actually help people relocate to Kenya this dope ❤
Good to know!
The articulation of this content is excellent. Karibu Kenya. East or West home is the best.
Asante sana!
I support the move back to Africa. It is indeed a process. Good luck with your move
Thank you so much :)
Good stuff, very informative. Thanks for sharing.
Karibu nyasuba!
This is really impressive! I’m one year old in the US and would love to learn from your journey. Kindly let me know how I can reach you. I’d love to set my base back home early enough for such a transition.
Absolutely!!! e_achola2000@yahoo.com
The content is very eye opening..Thank you
Asante sana!!
May God protect you & your family always in this new journey. My dream as well to moving back home
Thanks a lot! We can do this!!
Good decision I may say. But going and living out of our countries 15:16 15:16 15:16 15:16 15:16 enables us learn more about life, learn new skills that we can implement in our countries if and when we decide to to come back and lastly we are able to appreciate our own countries and may also suggest improvements in governance of our own countries. Going out of our countries is therefore not a bad thing at all.The same applies to coming back. It’s an individual choice, congratulations on your decision ❤️
Very true!! Thanks!!
I live in UK, have done so for over 15 years now. 10 years ago i tried to move back to Kenya and it didnt work out. NOW i know UK is home permanently. Happy for those it works out for - It didnt for me, and i have made peace with that decision.
I am sorry to hear that! Returning sometimes means finding a way to spend time on both places in a way that works for you!
Happo kwa "letting my hair down" ndio sijaona evidence. But good stuff. This country and the family relations are priceless gems that you can't ignore.
Mimi hata sina nywele :)
It also depends on how you have planned yourself when it comes to what you gonna be doing in your life. Job,business
Very true!!
Thank you for information it’s an eye opener, I intend moving to Kenya sometimes to retire there but, as I have no land or house I’ll have to organise all those before I move in, thank
Thanks a lot!! We can all start somewhere!! and give your self time :)
Thanks for that and I wish you and your family blessings
Nothing like family support, organic food, lower stress, and overall quality of life is worth it. I have not yet considered moving back yet but I am open to that. Especially with all these shootings here it’s starting to give me anxiety, can’t trust anyone and child care is insane in the US. I Just have to find a way to make a living there first. All the best with the transition, I am sure it will be a process but eventually worth it.
We can do this!!! Thank you so much :)
If there is a kalenjin man who wants to move back, like this. I am looking for a potential partner who is also looking to move back in future. But i am too emotionally tired to marry into another culture that i am not a cultural fit.
:) You would be surprised how little tribe matters when you find a good person!
You are doing a GOOD thing. I was born from a Caribbean Island and came to the US and was raised there. The point you make in regards to your children and how they're American but their culture is Kenyan is VERY real. The other thing is that when it comes time for them to get married, that will speak a lot to who they can choose to marry. For those children who grew up like this, it's very hard to find a mate who shares similar values. While I love to see diverse cultures here in the US, I understand where you're coming from. I wish I could go home but that "home" for me is different. I don't know what part of Africa I would go back to ... and my current home country is in shambles. :(
You are welcome to Kenya cousin!!!
Very good job! Otek
Asante sana!!
Loving this, I am new to this channel and a new UA-camr too..the USA is my dream for sure..can't wait to move there someday for some years then come back to KE when I am financially stable enough
I wish you well in your journey!!!
I'm African American living in Africa. I know the States very well. I think you are making a very good choice. The States is not a good place for families and believe me it is about to be much worse. You might consider a additional plan for an earlier emergency quick exit if necessary. I also lived in Long Beach on PCH when in college.Blessings
I am glad to hear that..and even happier you are in the mother land!!!
What country are you in? Looking for
Connections that will enable me to move back to Africa
Upon all the lectures, make sure you have something concrete to live on and do if you relocate to home country else life could be more depressive. Take it easy! One step at a time and also consider the type of education you want for your kids.
Above all, be more prayerful and avoid comparisons.
I could not agree with you more! Thanks for the great suggestions!!!
What education are you talk about? Do you think a doctor in US is any better than a dock in Kenya?? Are you in US?? If yes, we can argue, if not, then get yourself here first ujionee na macho
Me too after 23 years I move back permanently last 10 years I was getting ready build a house buy land small business where do you get little bit income and that's all I needed
Absolutely!! thanks for sharing!
Reminds me of a home and family ibe visited years ago when in my early twenties.
YES!!!
Thousands of Kenyans move back to Kenya...Not everyone in Kenya is poor as you all know and without stealing!....Many Kenyans who have good jobs or lucrative Businesses live better than many Kenyans in America or Europe or anywhere outside Kenya.
It depends on your family financial level when they left Kenya or when growing up in Kenya. Mostly if your family was /is poor or does not have anything in Kenya then these people do not want to go.back.
He is correct, qualify of life is much better in Kenya if you have enough money to support your family.
Help - here we have no help - we have to cook, clean, take care of the house and family and transport kids to school all by yourself - in Kenya even people in gishagi have housegirls .
In central many who are doing ok have house girls and drivers - Disapora are always tired , many work 2 jobs never home, kids being raised by video games, parents spend very little time with their children - many Disapora children are in trouble in America - in jail, pregnant at 14, or on drugs or very disrespectful to the parents.
Like he said also correct - The children of Disapora also have identity crisis and a complex, as he said they dont fit in with black American children or the whites . So they over do it or self isolate to cover their complex.
I will be moving back in 2 years for better community , more family and a more less stressful life but like he said, you must have a. Plan to move anywhere in the world .
Let us remember there are poor lower social economical level people in all countries - many homeless in America.
Its so foolish some Kenyans think all Kenyans should be on the same financial level mostly due to jealousy. All country's have people on different levels, there are poor , average and rich people in every country like America and in Europe too.
So your not the first ones, it will be fine so long as you have a plan work on it Daily as you would in any country. All the Best.❤️🇰🇪. There are ex Disapora gtoups in Nairobi, check them out. 15:16
Absolutely!!! Do they have social media platforms?
Well come back home sir thankyou for your information.
Thank you so much!!!
So glad I came across your video. I often think about making the move as well. I live and rent an apartment in south Orange County, so I pay a pretty penny monthly. I am glad this was recommended to me. Great pointers👍.
Yes! OC is something else! We moved from OC to Long Beach. Thanks for spending time with us :)
You're in one of the most expensive counties in the country. Have you tried moving to the south? There are many job opportunities and the cost of living is much lower. Nashville especially has many opportunities in I.T, Healthcare and service industries
@@mercyk2672 True! LA is very expensive! We might just look into a friendlier southern city without the politics!
@@WuonOdidiyes I live in dtla and its pretty xpensive
I just moved back from the US . Things are mammoth and I had enough after 20 plus years! I chose the coastal slow life for my own well being.
Congrats!!!!
Thanks for this
You are welcome!
We moved to Kenya in 2019 and it was not a well planned moveso unfortunately we plan on going back to the US next year.
I am sorry to hear that :(
Lovely house prof. Planning my move back to Kenya from the uk after 30 years away. Are you going to employment or business ?
Thank you very much!! I can work remotely but I plan to try Agribusiness :)
I am three years in US and having a job here. My mind and emotions are all in Kenya. We have had the discussions of going back with my wife, and we all agree that East or west, home is the best option. Am not sure how long I will last here..
YES!!! Good luck!
The way things are going in the USA right now.. I don’t blame you
Yup!! Not looking good!
20 years is more than enough to return back home.
10-15 years abroad is enough if you plan your return the first day you land abroad.
At 40-45 years old, you should be back home to enjoy your sweat.
That's the goal!
I'm relocating from the UK as well...I can't wait kujua nyumbani. Hongera kwa familia yenu🎉
Karibu dear, iam here EX UK 🇬🇧
Yes!! Karibu and thanks a lot!!
I'm in the process of moving back to my birth country @ the end of the year. As much as it is exciting, I'm a bit anxious because it is a huge. transition. so much to do in terms of getting ids, social security & getting used to living there rather than visiting. One of the things I have to constantly remind myself is that moving back does not mean I'm a failure. I am excited for what the future holds.
Absolutely!!!! We can do this..Good luck!
What advise would you give to someone who has lived in the US for 22 years and wants to come back home
Well..this one needs a phone call :) but its all about planing: considering, housing, transportation, income, kids etc
@@WuonOdidi how many I be able to reach you
Awww, your moving from long beach? My former home😅
YES!!!
Will you bring your furniture and personal belongings with you? Are you able to share your experience with cargo shipping if you are? Thank you so much for your videos. New subscriber here.
Thank you soo much!!! I may ship a few things but we already bought very good furniture from Kenya. Do you need plugs for shipping and where are you??
Good decision, I started my journey in moving back to our mother land about twelve years ago, from UK 🇬🇧 now i am okay, I enjoy simple life 🙏🇰🇪the best decision i ever made in my life, i am happy 🙏🙏🙏
I love love to hear that! Please share so I can learn from you as well!
You are wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!!! No where like dala! you are going to be ok.
Very true :)
Thanks!!
Karibu nyumbani. Mboka in mboka. It’s been a decade since we moved back. Best gift we gave ourselves 😅
Thanks!!! I'm glad to hear that!!
Once one accomplishes what they had gone to do in the first place, (mostly wealth) they come back home. East West home is best. Everyone wants to walk down a street, an avenue, a village lane, and feel that "I AM HOME"
Absolutely!!!
Incredible reasons and a remarkable decision - family, relationships, mental health, cultural fit, environment, cost/affordability. Thanks for sharing, Omuga. I am in both worlds. Warom Kaluo, Prof.
Erokamano Doc! Watemo matin :)
@@WuonOdidi 👏🏾👏🏾👍🏾
Irony of life is that some of us are praying day and night for God to open a door so that we can move abroad and some are planning to come back.sometimes life is so unfair
True. So many of my friends and relatives want to come to America. I know that if their circumstances were different, they would stay in Kenya. I've lived in America for over 20 years but I've not had the desire to return home since so much time has passed and I don't know if I would fit in. I would feel lost 😢
Very true! I hope God gives all of us what we need!!
New sub from Jael❤
Thank you so much!!!
Where exactly are you moving to...? Am also in LA county and already transitioning to Siaya....maybe we can compare notes.
Absolutely neighbor!!!! Hit me up on: e_achola2000@yahoo.com
I'm moving to Kisumu!
Could you move to somewhere else in the US? Also, couldn't you support one of your siblings to US?
I have lived in many places in the US and have siblings over there too :)
Kindly it possibly God willing before the election!!!
Things don't look good over there...
Bring home the kids and raise them well in God's ways.❤
True! its getting darker over there!
All the best❤❤❤❤
Asante sana!!
Karateng is the place to be. Otindi is very busy with house chores
Yes smeji!!
Am trusting In God that very soon I will move back home.🙏
Me too :)
@@WuonOdidi 🙏
Emotional and mental health should probably be the number 1 reason to go back
YES!!!!!!
Great work Eddy
thanks!
New subscriber here❤
Thanks for subbing!
I have noticed that many Kenyans especially those around the age of 40-50 are returning in droves. This is a good development, my nephew moved back in 2018 after 20 years in the Silicon Valley!
😂😂. Good luck with that. Medical in Kenya SUCKS
@@sw5376 he is thriving, as long as you have medical cover you're OK. We have very good medical services. Kama wewe haujajipanga shauri yako 😅😅
Yes!! Many of us just want some peace and quiet in the village!!
Kenyan African American here payments are like big deal let’s take only home ownership you pay home insurance, taxes, sewer, water, electricity bill yeah they can be overwhelming
Absolutely!! We don't have to worry about these in the village!
Nigerian-American right here in New York. Moving back to Abuja in 2026. I am trying to move earlier than scheduled. This country makes me sick to my stomach. A single day in America is huge burden on my mental health 😢
I feel you cousin!! We can do this!!
Why is it making you sick to the stomach? Have you seen the state of Nigeria ?
@@joylm9108 It rains everywhere...however, sometimes it can be worse in the US in some ways!
I'm glad you're moving to Abuja because it's less chaotic than Lagos.
I bet you our money doesn’t make you sick to your stomach.
I need to meet you! I am working on transitioning as well.
YES!!! reach me on: e_achola2000@yahoo.com
Those who knows it feels it,everything on point.
Absolutely!!