What up Tim, my wife and I are really considering to move to Ghana. Can you suggest good communities to live in and what would be a good residual income to live really well.
I've experienced everything you said.. its real talk. I'm going to look you up when i return soon. It'll be nice to know someone you don't have to play mental poker with everyday.
Tim, the only negative thing that I don’t like about us is our habits when it comes to money. Africans go over the top when it comes to our love of money.
I'm AA and have been searching to move to a place in Africa Ghana is definitely near the top of the list. Love seeing my beautiful especially my lovely sisters make the Xodus back the Motherland. I want a better life and a family of my own I believe maybe this is the place where it can happen.
Yeah, you are absolutely right those power outages and open sewages is a *huge* problem in some of these countries in Africa smh they seriously need to fix that. I really hope as time goes by ghana and Africa will make progress
I heard about those open sewers, people openly shyting, trash on beaches, power outages but I have also seen some very beautiful places and homes that are not affected by this things because they are equipped with solar panels and they have bore holes.
#1 issue: I know when I was there, my husband (Togolese) bargain with a guy who wanted to overcharge me. I'm from the East coast of the United States, and I know how to hold on to my money. #4 issue: can you save/ buy solar panels for your house and go off the grid. Also, is it good to purchase a water tower for your house and buy water purifiers. Yes, I know about the open sewage. Gots to be careful not to step in one when crossing the street.
Don't be offended to be called "obroni". It actually refers to people from overseas. It's also used on Ghanaians living overseas. Overseas in the Twi language is "aborokyire", hence anybody from "aborokyire" is an "Obroni". There are a lot of people who don't even know the meaning of it (they have used it on the white man so much that it has become word meaning "white person") and some people (especially those in the villages, some have never left their villages or even gone to other regions in Ghana) don't know that there are black people in the white man's countries, especially black Americans/Caribbean. "Obroni" is also used between couples and is somewhat intimate, "Mɛ obrini eee"... not sure how to translate it but the closest I can get is "sweetie". I believe you are very good at changing your accent at times, use it more, make it thick accent and blend in a lot. Don't trust everyone quickly, though there are lots of good people who will help you and make you their family. As some Ghanaians like to ask a question to a question, also ask. Always ask questions. Show them that you can't be fooled. Be "straightforward" yet humble and kind. ALWAYS use that thick accent. ALWAYS. Yahuah bless you and keep you.
I feel u mr Swain Corruption and leaving the country to the incompetent politicians are the issue in africa. I am from senegal living in toronto but my dream is to go home but we have same problems u described U r very brave to live there.i watch all vids made by the diaspora yours are more intellectual and to the point
Y'all don't think you're alone in this, the Ghanaian diasporan suffer same when back home but I still won't trade Ghana for anything. Hope you don't return back though.
So true, I'm a Ghanaian who has lived in the states for most of my life, and although I can speak Twi, I definitely have an accent so people take advantage of me, so my remedy is to always go out with a relative who lives there who can speak for me...so yes, us Ghanaians in the Diaspora are not exempt at all...
@@obayyagyimah6472 I totally agree and it’s shame we don’t encourage our kids to speak our dialects because non Africans do it with their kids. What’s our excuse.
Close friends with a family in Ghana since I visited in 2005......she named her daughter after me, but I always felt like she did that so I could pay the child's school fees till she finishes college....am I right?? YAS!!!!! And I do pay her school fees. The bumpy road ride is hilarious....so true!! I'm still having trouble accepting them calling me/us white......I simply told them not to do it again, and they said okay.
I happened to educate my friends and fam about this misconception, I am Ghanaian both my parents are, I sorta have an accent and I go through exactly what you went through even though it’s been years since I came back from living in South Africa and it’s neighboring countries I am black and still called Obroni cos I speak English lol, immediately I speak Fanti or Twi they go like ah! I hate this.
You are so entertaining but the issues are real. I know and understand the hustle. Keep at it and you’ll surely make it. Ghana has a long way to go but we will surely get there 😆
Dogg i feel your frustrations having lived in both countries. Hahaha believe this brother on what he's saying. It's true but it's what makes Ghana, Ghana. I still won't trade Ghana for US. You can avoid many of these frustrations if you live in well developed areas in the country.
You are right those roads are atrocious and the trash is appalling... Ghana is to beautiful to be trashy with bad roads... Ghanaians deserve better!!!🇬🇭💕
Will be there at the end of 2021, God willing, with fam & friends. You have a great fam and keep educating us with those vids. Enjoying your viewpoint.
I just found your channel and sooo glad I did! I plan on binge watching your whole Journey 2 Africa series. I plan on moving to Ghana in the future so vids like this are very insightful. Your delivery and subject matter is on point and hopefully you’ll keep that momentum. Take care.
You are so right, it's a similar situation in MOST African countries. It's not funny we NEED to change this, it's not a good look or thing. We have to be better people, when we deal with each other we got to change.
I know all about what you are talking about and laughing, bro. But keep pressing, keep learning, and stay focused on your vision, you will find your rhythm with time. There's beauty in that chaos and ultimately you will discover it. Blessings to you!
Everything you said is on point. Even as a Ghanaian living abroad, I go back home and complain about the very same things. It can get frustrating!!!! But... once you learn the system... It’s an incredible place to live.
Thank you for your candor. I binged several but this made me subscribe. *It's quite difficult finding the Black American with noooo prior history nor connects with the Motherland on UA-cam.*
And you're so right once you learn the system and learn everything and willing to adapt you'll be fine. But when I was in Lagos Nigeria everywhere I go everyone knew I was a foreigner they wanted to tell even in the grocery store ShopRite I asked one of the workers to show me where something was and they hit their hand out waiting for me to give them a naira or two but I love Africa
Say Tim love your video bro I understand all those things I visit Lagos Nigeria three times always have a great time visit friends power go out sometime the whole day I stayed at the Sheraton hotel eating in the fine dining area all of a sudden the power went out even though the back of Life came on I thought it was a fire or something people were still eating in the dark I couldn't believe it so I understand all these things you saying bro thank you for sharing man appreciate it
He is right about #1 but I am *not* surprised that ppl in ghana think that all foreigners are rich it's the same thing in these other 3rd world countries. Once they find out that you come from the west they *automatically* assume you have a lot of money on you 😂😂
Thank you it happens everywhere, be we from aboard can pay a bit more than the locals too. example, In the west if it cost $40.k to build a house,If the same house cost $10k in Ghana what's wrong with paying $12k.so we can be reasonable as well with the locals builders.
On point Buddy! ' It will be hard we know. And the road will be muddy and rough. But we will get there. ' You and I will make it happen. Our African leaders are crooks. Keep up the good work. 👌👍
Hi, Mr Tim Swain How are you and your family today. I hope you are having good time, and life in Ghana is treating you well. 😊 I’m just watching this your video and I feel really sorry about all this bad experience you are having in Where ever part of Ghana, that you are? I just want you to know that there are nice places in Ghana that you can leave without those problems, where there are good roads, clean environments, nice people who just want to get to know you and be your friend for the seek of friendship, not bcz they want anything from you, or your money? Those types of people respect themselves and their repetition so much that the won’t go to that low level to hurt anyone and there are many of them in Ghana? 😊 You are just in the wrong place? Bcz you didn’t know? And I really feel sorry for you and I can imagine the frustration, you are going through, not being able to take your son to a nice fresh and clean road walk? you need to sell your house and get out of that environment? Bcz I want you to enjoy your stay in Ghana and full field your dreams? 😊 bcz there are many positive great sides of Ghana, and I can show you? Bcz I’m a Ghanaian too and wouldn’t put you through any of those bad experiences so believe me? there are a lots of good Ghanaians too that you haven’t met yet? 😊 But you know something sweetheart? I think God has a plan for you, with those experiences, ok? and I will tell you when the time is right? So clean your tears , relax and have faith ok? Everything is going to be alright, 😊 I wish you and your family all the best.
Even we Ghanaians living outside returning home feel this same shit . The government does this same shit,Chinese in Ghana have privileges more than the nationals Every major contractors were from foreign countries. The government selling a 3 bedroom home for Cedis 300,000 whereas the middle make Cedis 500 per month. The previous USA ambassador to Ghana said before leaving Ghana that Ghana was the most expensive nation he’s ever visited.
You just talked me out of it. Racism in America is bad, but I still live in Maryland. I'm not about to walk into open sewage. I remember being in Trinidad seeing oil from the street draining into the beach sand all the way into the beach water I was just in, it made me feel sick. I hate pollution. Also, gets some Powerwall batteries and solar panels. It's 2020, you don't need a grid. It's not cheap though, but you'll always have power and maybe you can sell some back if they have that over there?
Pollution, racism, corruption & Climate Change are global problems - go inland in Ghana, but read up on a non-collective septic system, & make SURE you aren't in bedrock - a year of hard labor with a hammer-drill is NOT fun (but I did it). "Off the grid" is very possible, but takes planning & funds; private health insurance, solar panels, water recovery system, generator, & ONLY hire local tradesmen. A rammed earth house sounds weird, but can be big, last for centuries, and is CHEAP to build.
One thing that’s negative about us Africans and it’s so true and that’s our obsession with money but other than that we are a pleasant and peaceful family.
4 months of Texas on-the-job training in carpentry & plumbing will resolve MANY woes - did my own hi-tech septic system in France with a hammer-drill & a year of sweat. If I'm South Asian but "fair", American but "white", or East Asian, & coming to Ghana to stay, build a rammed earth house in the country; invest & contribute to the expansion of Accra as THE fine Arts capitol of West Africa, how will that play out?
Thank you for this video Mr. Swain it is very informative so that people who would like to visit or move are prepared. I have a question please about infrastructure and blackouts. Is this also an issue for tourists? I have been watching travel vlogs of people coming to Accra to party. They stay at very modern hotels or apartments with swimming pools and laundry facilities in their suites...they go to bars shopping nightlife etc. Are those tourists also experiencing no water or electricity at times?
Everything depends on where you stay, but typically these are structural issues experienced by various people in the country regardless of citizenship or visitation status. The degree to which it happens depends on the location and their power supply. Hope that helps.
You are hilarious. I’ve traveled extensively, and one thing is true. I’m spoiled. Not bougie. But definitely accustomed to American standards. With that, I know the continent is going to be an adjustment. For real for real. Thanks for the insight, and I hope you’re adjusting. #OrderingAContainter🤣 🥰🌍
Brother all what you said is true and same applies to even Ghanaians who lives in the West. I think the problem is from the western media which portrays the West as very rich and all the people there are rich.
Yes they are right that if they thinks that you are rich is because the western television shows that Africa is poor and western countries are rich.so they are right not their fault.
A lot of us Ghanaians avoid making friends with African Americans and yts in ghana because we realise they think we want something from them. Its mostly those who dont have much and are looking for opportunity, who may befriend you for something same as people down on their luck everywhere. But since you tend to bunch us all together, we keep our distance and keep our relationships with you at the most basic then they turn around and say we're unfriendly
All that being said, is it worth leaving America? I suppose there is an emphasis on "developing" country. Shopping without the required funds anywhere let's face it would give the same answer lots of places. Managers are in restaurants for a reason.
Mr saiwn sorry oooo but little by little you'll get over them trust me and when you start speaking twice it helps a lot...but to be serious with your money just tell them I'm you are managing and that you work hard to get ...also I think before going out get someone with you a Ghanaian friend or Ghanaian work mate who understand his people ...trust me I know a lot of people who move here and refuse to step out and now they take koko on the street ...as for friendship you have to make it clear from day one that if they want to be friends because of what they can get then it won't happen so you do the asking tell them what you need salt pepper little little things and you'll understand the people you are dealing with also Ghana is not all about Accra life really nice especially here in western region relationship here with people is nice so you can consider
My negatives in Africa that I dislike 1. When we sell out against our people. 2. When we tell lies. 3. Disrespecting our mama land and the thinking living in the west is much better. 4. When you land in Accra in particular checking your passport as it is new thing. and 5. When the power goes off. Plus we are so obsessed with religion and money.
They do that in JA too. If they see u from the states they think u have money. Oh wow this is sad the roads are this bad. Its show how much the government care. The money going in their pockets thats what...these places are so corrupt. This is why they beg their family to send stuff from here. Ur Ghanaian accent is so on point tho lol
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What up Tim, my wife and I are really considering to move to Ghana. Can you suggest good communities to live in and what would be a good residual income to live really well.
I've experienced everything you said.. its real talk. I'm going to look you up when i return soon. It'll be nice to know someone you don't have to play mental poker with everyday.
@@joshuaallen2121 Let's connect. My details are in the description. Look forward to hearing from you.
Tim, the only negative thing that I don’t like about us is our habits when it comes to money. Africans go over the top when it comes to our love of money.
Bra, I’m a Ghanaian living in USA you got me laughing.... welcome to Ghana. You will be alright hang in there
Glad you used the word "DISLIKE" rather than "hate" which I see in many other UA-camrs video.
I'm AA and have been searching to move to a place in Africa Ghana is definitely near the top of the list. Love seeing my beautiful especially my lovely sisters make the Xodus back the Motherland. I want a better life and a family of my own I believe maybe this is the place where it can happen.
Everything that you said in video is very true lol. Moving here is definitely an adjustment. Great video brother!
Yeah, you are absolutely right those power outages and open sewages is a *huge* problem in some of these countries in Africa smh they seriously need to fix that. I really hope as time goes by ghana and Africa will make progress
You picked up the accent really well...you need to get into Nollywood or the Ghanaian movie industry. Perhaps write your scripts and produce them.
I thought so too and I would work with them
Yes it's not only Ghana Jamaica too my own homeland even family steals from you and lie to you really crazy their mindsets
Chaley, you cracked my ribs! You basically killed me with the road dance. It can be a new dance trend sef😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣
The pothole dance!
I heard about those open sewers, people openly shyting, trash on beaches, power outages but I have also seen some very beautiful places and homes that are not affected by this things because they are equipped with solar panels and they have bore holes.
All them things made in China.
That why they break in one day.
Thank you for your candor and humor. So many YTers try to sugar coat it. I subscribed because of it.
Loved this video. What you said about not fitting in but still being accepted spoke to me. Thanks for saying that...
#1 issue: I know when I was there, my husband (Togolese) bargain with a guy who wanted to overcharge me. I'm from the East coast of the United States, and I know how to hold on to my money. #4 issue: can you save/ buy solar panels for your house and go off the grid. Also, is it good to purchase a water tower for your house and buy water purifiers. Yes, I know about the open sewage. Gots to be careful not to step in one when crossing the street.
I'm new here and I love ur channel. Lol the overpricing is a challenge.
Because the people who does the road use half the money and does the job shabby
amen
Well before the road contractor gets the money whoever lobbied for him has already taken his cut so don’t blame them that much not his fault.
@@isabelladelaawudi6259 they all share the blame.
Don't be offended to be called "obroni". It actually refers to people from overseas. It's also used on Ghanaians living overseas. Overseas in the Twi language is "aborokyire", hence anybody from "aborokyire" is an "Obroni". There are a lot of people who don't even know the meaning of it (they have used it on the white man so much that it has become word meaning "white person") and some people (especially those in the villages, some have never left their villages or even gone to other regions in Ghana) don't know that there are black people in the white man's countries, especially black Americans/Caribbean.
"Obroni" is also used between couples and is somewhat intimate, "Mɛ obrini eee"... not sure how to translate it but the closest I can get is "sweetie".
I believe you are very good at changing your accent at times, use it more, make it thick accent and blend in a lot. Don't trust everyone quickly, though there are lots of good people who will help you and make you their family. As some Ghanaians like to ask a question to a question, also ask. Always ask questions. Show them that you can't be fooled. Be "straightforward" yet humble and kind. ALWAYS use that thick accent. ALWAYS. Yahuah bless you and keep you.
Been to 25 African countries and I experienced the same. It doesn’t bother me much anymore....
Hes called obroni because of how he talks .
Thank you for clearing this up. I didn't realize that.
Well it’s offensive when you are called that making you so called inferior against our race and glorifying non Africans which ain’t right.
Am Ghanaian raised in USA been called obruni as far as I can remember
I feel u mr Swain
Corruption and leaving the country to the incompetent politicians are the issue in africa. I am from senegal living in toronto but my dream is to go home but we have same problems u described
U r very brave to live there.i watch all vids made by the diaspora yours are more intellectual and to the point
Y'all don't think you're alone in this, the Ghanaian diasporan suffer same when back home but I still won't trade Ghana for anything. Hope you don't return back though.
So true, I'm a Ghanaian who has lived in the states for most of my life, and although I can speak Twi, I definitely have an accent so people take advantage of me, so my remedy is to always go out with a relative who lives there who can speak for me...so yes, us Ghanaians in the Diaspora are not exempt at all...
@@obayyagyimah6472 sad but true.
@@obayyagyimah6472 I totally agree and it’s shame we don’t encourage our kids to speak our dialects because non Africans do it with their kids. What’s our excuse.
Close friends with a family in Ghana since I visited in 2005......she named her daughter after me, but I always felt like she did that so I could pay the child's school fees till she finishes college....am I right?? YAS!!!!! And I do pay her school fees. The bumpy road ride is hilarious....so true!! I'm still having trouble accepting them calling me/us white......I simply told them not to do it again, and they said okay.
I hope the economic conditions get better therefore people won't resort to these means.
They call u that because of how u speak.
@@susanneg.3291 Regardless of how a person speaks, where I'm from name calling is insulting, with a tremendous history of trauma.
@Gibson Ampaw Thank you.
They name their children after you because they think you are good not because you have money, we say good names are better than riches
We're literally laughing our heads off right now at your 'bumpy car ride " impression 😂 We've got all this to come!
I happened to educate my friends and fam about this misconception, I am Ghanaian both my parents are, I sorta have an accent and I go through exactly what you went through even though it’s been years since I came back from living in South Africa and it’s neighboring countries I am black and still called Obroni cos I speak English lol, immediately I speak Fanti or Twi they go like ah! I hate this.
Hi Tim,
Please visit Lagos, I would love to hear your experience about your trip.
lololol the road dance 😂 no lies told here!
I am super happy you shared the negatives!! All I see are problems to be solved= Opportunities🙃
You right about the fact that it’s better to bring your quality stuff from where ever you coming from. It will save you a lot of time and headaches
You are so entertaining but the issues are real. I know and understand the hustle. Keep at it and you’ll surely make it. Ghana has a long way to go but we will surely get there 😆
Thanks for your honesty. I just subscribed today. 💥💥💥
Dogg i feel your frustrations having lived in both countries. Hahaha believe this brother on what he's saying. It's true but it's what makes Ghana, Ghana. I still won't trade Ghana for US. You can avoid many of these frustrations if you live in well developed areas in the country.
"Make sure you subscribe" at the end. That got me😀. So i did. New subbie here from Suriname South America.
You are right very nice and nicely said
You are right those roads are atrocious and the trash is appalling... Ghana is to beautiful to be trashy with bad roads... Ghanaians deserve better!!!🇬🇭💕
You will have to move to an Estate. 24 hours electricity, water, clean environment, cable TV and fibre optic internet.
You're jammiñg oo to the rocking of the road.
Bless up
Will be there at the end of 2021, God willing, with fam & friends. You have a great fam and keep educating us with those vids. Enjoying your viewpoint.
"Charly the money is here pa" 😂🤣😅😂🤣😅
I just found your channel and sooo glad I did! I plan on binge watching your whole Journey 2 Africa series. I plan on moving to Ghana in the future so vids like this are very insightful. Your delivery and subject matter is on point and hopefully you’ll keep that momentum. Take care.
You are so right, it's a similar situation in MOST African countries. It's not funny we NEED to change this, it's not a good look or thing. We have to be better people, when we deal with each other we got to change.
I just love your African tone of voice. How long did it take you to learn to turn on this tone of voice?
It’s by force for not being understood. It comes and goes. 😉
😅😅😂😂 I can't!
And we still love Africa ❤
Thank you for telling it like it is I especially love the comment bring your whole house!
True same experience i had years ago,Many people thought that i was rich because i came from America.not true,But i still love Africa and my people
Thanks for the heads up!
Don't know what the problem is, Nigeria will do X2. Enjoy Ghana bro. United we re stronger
This video is so funny but real. We seem ten years behind the western world. But gradually, we will get there.
only 10 years, then we not too far behind, LOL. ...Naaa its more like 100 years
We are 97 yrs behind the western.
Yes Jamaica too
I know all about what you are talking about and laughing, bro. But keep pressing, keep learning, and stay focused on your vision, you will find your rhythm with time. There's beauty in that chaos and ultimately you will discover it. Blessings to you!
Everything you said is on point. Even as a Ghanaian living abroad, I go back home and complain about the very same things. It can get frustrating!!!! But... once you learn the system... It’s an incredible place to live.
Thank you for your candor. I binged several but this made me subscribe. *It's quite difficult finding the Black American with noooo prior history nor connects with the Motherland on UA-cam.*
Hahaha the roads....they have sense when in opposition. Immediately you give them power..... hmmm.. Hopefully things will change
And you're so right once you learn the system and learn everything and willing to adapt you'll be fine. But when I was in Lagos Nigeria everywhere I go everyone knew I was a foreigner they wanted to tell even in the grocery store ShopRite I asked one of the workers to show me where something was and they hit their hand out waiting for me to give them a naira or two but I love Africa
Say Tim love your video bro I understand all those things I visit Lagos Nigeria three times always have a great time visit friends power go out sometime the whole day I stayed at the Sheraton hotel eating in the fine dining area all of a sudden the power went out even though the back of Life came on I thought it was a fire or something people were still eating in the dark I couldn't believe it so I understand all these things you saying bro thank you for sharing man appreciate it
He is right about #1 but I am *not* surprised that ppl in ghana think that all foreigners are rich it's the same thing in these other 3rd world countries. Once they find out that you come from the west they *automatically* assume you have a lot of money on you 😂😂
@Gibson Ampaw so what it's still bad everywhere
the number 1 is very very very very very true and sad and it drained me alot
What about generators for the electricity? They talk about that in the Gambia as well.
Thank you for sharing this was helpful !!!
Thank you it happens everywhere, be we from aboard can pay a bit more than the locals too.
example, In the west if it cost $40.k to build a house,If the same house cost $10k in Ghana what's wrong with paying $12k.so we can be reasonable as well with the locals builders.
You will be okay, they do that to even Ghanaians 😂
You said it all and well Bro.....
Thanks for being honest.
Thank You
On point Buddy!
' It will be hard we know. And the road will be muddy and rough. But we will get there. ' You and I will make it happen. Our African leaders are crooks. Keep up the good work. 👌👍
1:04 am Philadelphia Pa. I appreciate your candor. The car ride on the pothole road took me out.
You so funny the Money is here paa ,most of what you said is on point,
Thanks for the heads up, you are hilarious!
Bro those who travel first to Europe makes us have that attitude, so it has been with us for a long time, good news is that we are now changing
That's Gh baby. It happens to all of us. Welcome to Ghana 🇬🇭 😂😂😂
Hi, Mr Tim Swain
How are you and your family today. I hope you are having good time, and life in Ghana is treating you well. 😊 I’m just watching this your video and I feel really sorry about all this bad experience you are having in Where ever part of Ghana, that you are? I just want you to know that there are nice places in Ghana that you can leave without those problems, where there are good roads, clean environments, nice people who just want to get to know you and be your friend for the seek of friendship, not bcz they want anything from you, or your money? Those types of people respect themselves and their repetition so much that the won’t go to that low level to hurt anyone and there are many of them in Ghana? 😊 You are just in the wrong place? Bcz you didn’t know? And I really feel sorry for you and I can imagine the frustration, you are going through, not being able to take your son to a nice fresh and clean road walk? you need to sell your house and get out of that environment? Bcz I want you to enjoy your stay in Ghana and full field your dreams? 😊 bcz there are many positive great sides of Ghana, and I can show you? Bcz I’m a Ghanaian too and wouldn’t put you through any of those bad experiences so believe me? there are a lots of good Ghanaians too that you haven’t met yet? 😊 But you know something sweetheart? I think God has a plan for you, with those experiences, ok? and I will tell you when the time is right? So clean your tears , relax and have faith ok? Everything is going to be alright, 😊 I wish you and your family all the best.
Even we Ghanaians living outside returning home feel this same shit .
The government does this same shit,Chinese in Ghana have privileges more than the nationals
Every major contractors were from foreign countries.
The government selling a 3 bedroom home for Cedis 300,000 whereas the middle make Cedis 500 per month.
The previous USA ambassador to Ghana said before leaving Ghana that Ghana was the most expensive nation he’s ever visited.
You just talked me out of it. Racism in America is bad, but I still live in Maryland. I'm not about to walk into open sewage. I remember being in Trinidad seeing oil from the street draining into the beach sand all the way into the beach water I was just in, it made me feel sick. I hate pollution.
Also, gets some Powerwall batteries and solar panels. It's 2020, you don't need a grid. It's not cheap though, but you'll always have power and maybe you can sell some back if they have that over there?
Pollution, racism, corruption & Climate Change are global problems - go inland in Ghana, but read up on a non-collective septic system, & make SURE you aren't in bedrock - a year of hard labor with a hammer-drill is NOT fun (but I did it). "Off the grid" is very possible, but takes planning & funds; private health insurance, solar panels, water recovery system, generator, & ONLY hire local tradesmen. A rammed earth house sounds weird, but can be big, last for centuries, and is CHEAP to build.
One thing that’s negative about us Africans and it’s so true and that’s our obsession with money but other than that we are a pleasant and peaceful family.
4 months of Texas on-the-job training in carpentry & plumbing will resolve MANY woes - did my own hi-tech septic system in France with a hammer-drill & a year of sweat. If I'm South Asian but "fair", American but "white", or East Asian, & coming to Ghana to stay, build a rammed earth house in the country; invest & contribute to the expansion of Accra as THE fine Arts capitol of West Africa, how will that play out?
True talk.
Good vibes; alert. You have a wise head and a good pioneer for the progress of your own race. Blest.
😂🤣😂l love this video.Be cool brother things are going to be ok step by step.
Thank you for this video Mr. Swain it is very informative so that people who would like to visit or move are prepared.
I have a question please about infrastructure and blackouts. Is this also an issue for tourists? I have been watching travel vlogs of people coming to Accra to party. They stay at very modern hotels or apartments with swimming pools and laundry facilities in their suites...they go to bars shopping nightlife etc.
Are those tourists also experiencing no water or electricity at times?
Everything depends on where you stay, but typically these are structural issues experienced by various people in the country regardless of citizenship or visitation status. The degree to which it happens depends on the location and their power supply. Hope that helps.
lol, you got me with the road conditions.
You are hilarious. I’ve traveled extensively, and one thing is true. I’m spoiled. Not bougie. But definitely accustomed to American standards. With that, I know the continent is going to be an adjustment. For real for real. Thanks for the insight, and I hope you’re adjusting. #OrderingAContainter🤣
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Hilarious! Thanks for sharing.
That dance had me dead 😂! It's so true though my head usually hurts after long car rides in Ghana.
Brother all what you said is true and same applies to even Ghanaians who lives in the West. I think the problem is from the western media which portrays the West as very rich and all the people there are rich.
😂😂😂😂😂 roads so bass it's like your jamming to music!
This is all true! 😂😂😂
Lmbo the car thing and road troubles
Charley,I really enjoy watching ur channel.
I'm taking this all in due to the fact that I just met someone that lives in Ghana.
Yes they are right that if they thinks that you are rich is because the western television shows that Africa is poor and western countries are rich.so they are right not their fault.
Hahahah the jammin' and milly rockin got me LOL!! Good move my brother!
A lot of us Ghanaians avoid making friends with African Americans and yts in ghana because we realise they think we want something from them.
Its mostly those who dont have much and are looking for opportunity, who may befriend you for something same as people down on their luck everywhere.
But since you tend to bunch us all together, we keep our distance and keep our relationships with you at the most basic then they turn around and say we're unfriendly
Couldn’t stop laughing when you started citing the structural issues. My ribs 😂😂😂
All that being said, is it worth leaving America? I suppose there is an emphasis on "developing" country. Shopping without the required funds anywhere let's face it would give the same answer lots of places. Managers are in restaurants for a reason.
Mr saiwn sorry oooo but little by little you'll get over them trust me and when you start speaking twice it helps a lot...but to be serious with your money just tell them I'm you are managing and that you work hard to get ...also I think before going out get someone with you a Ghanaian friend or Ghanaian work mate who understand his people ...trust me I know a lot of people who move here and refuse to step out and now they take koko on the street ...as for friendship you have to make it clear from day one that if they want to be friends because of what they can get then it won't happen so you do the asking tell them what you need salt pepper little little things and you'll understand the people you are dealing with also Ghana is not all about Accra life really nice especially here in western region relationship here with people is nice so you can consider
It's from what they see on TV.
My negatives in Africa that I dislike
1. When we sell out against our people.
2. When we tell lies.
3. Disrespecting our mama land and the thinking living in the west is much better.
4. When you land in Accra in particular checking your passport as it is new thing.
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5. When the power goes off.
Plus we are so obsessed with religion and money.
You were so funny talking about the roads I laughed so hard
Bro I feel you about all the dislikes.
Its the mentality ,you need to educate them
Bro thanks for your honest video; you had me laughing all day from the scenes from 5:10-5:33 👌😂😂😂
They do that in JA too. If they see u from the states they think u have money. Oh wow this is sad the roads are this bad. Its show how much the government care. The money going in their pockets thats what...these places are so corrupt. This is why they beg their family to send stuff from here. Ur Ghanaian accent is so on point tho lol
Only in Ghana. 1 person makes the bed another person makes and sells the mattress
You are so so funny you making me laughing so hard. And you look like Ghana