I'm a Tanzanian and everything that you said in your first video (things you don't vibe with) are absolutely true......shortage of electricity,corruption,intorelence/close minded altitude,bad public sanitation are as you described them but we have come a long way,it's depressing but things are a bit getting better and videos like yours will keep awaken us/my people to do more,so don't beat up yourself,what you did needed to be said...
I know you like it here, its just that you have the same narrow mind but in different way.. the american narrow mind .. i have been to usa where they dont have internet etc Sorry i could not finish it. I like you but I do not think that you have significant education or exposure on cultures. American or otherwise. I think you know your life was not perfect where you came from and you ran. Offcourse we here know that us education is very shallow
@Selassie999 😄offcourse yes. Online or otherwise i stand with my views. Thank you for noticing. Thats me. Truth, as far as I am exposed to. No sugarcoating.
@Selassie999 😃😃😃 human culture.. we are not satisfied with what we have. We think it will be easier to deal with life if we are given what others are given. We can easily solve other peoples problems but not ours! A few people I hope are content. But for me, i am not and 😃 and i think other people have a bit easier lives.
Bless you for your honest comment/reply to this sister's video. I live in Las Vegas and you should see/smell the filth in the streets here! There are homeless people defecating and urinating in the streets! Public restrooms here can be filthy as well. Urine and menstrual blood on toilet seats and floors at a call center and even some restaurants and casinos. There are things happening here in Amerikkka that people don't want to admit but I am seeing with my own eyes.
I am from Rwanda and I think everything she said was absolutely correct especially losing power every now and then, slow customer care and corruption. We don't have websites where you can go and voice your opinion on customer care like in west or USA, we don't have where you can put your review which prevent us from improving in those three areas I mentioned above. She didn't come off as mocking us. It was absolutely a great video. What I would like to advise our brothers and sisters from USA and Europe, is to educate fellow brothers and sisters who are in Africa and also accept to be educated. If there are things you had back in US and you don't see them in African nations, try to make a business of those things and highlights them so that in years to come, we will be able to adjust easily from one part of the world to another
Gosh you are so smart!I love this response. My friend just moved to Rwanda with her family a few weeks ago. She loves it!As a matter of fact, my friends that I met while I was living in Thailand said that Rwanda was their favorite country. (I was surprised. Because at the time, I didn't know much about Rwanda other than the genocide) My friend said how clean it is and despite the previous history, everyone is trying to move on and become friends. I love this progress and plan to visit very soon.
@@gayanngodfrey2824 I'm think about relocating my family there in 2021 too. Either there or Tanzania. But I'm going to visit both in December. My girlfriend don't wana be here so I'm moving them, and I'll stay in the us and work for few years b4 I can move myself. To make sure we got a business running.. we should link up. agabusac@yahoo.com
Hey lady! Lol funny seeing you here! I just started following her. Maybe because I follow you RUclips suggested her? Idk I like her energy and I love how lush and green Tanzania looks. So I stayed.
Living abroad is SOOOO difficult and very few people understand that! You can acknowledge the challenges and the beauty and still love the place! Love that green shirt!
I'm Kenyan and I come to Tanzania quite often, everything you said in the previous video is so true, even in Kenya. The only difference is that Kenyans have a fast life.
Nothing that you said would be taken out of context by a reasonable individual. As a so called American preparing to make the move myself, you are giving us information on things that are different and that we may need to prepare ourselves for. Personally, I don't think your views are biased against TZ, you are just presenting them from an American perspective.
"No one grows if they're always comfortable." Tanzania is calling my name, too. I appreciate your insight. Thank you for sharing all the highs and lows and just how it is.
I totally get you being retired military, you have to make adjustments. Even traveling within the U.S. from state to state, you have to adjust with the different cultures and vibes.
I get what you are saying...... I live in Ghana- same issues.... Ghana has European eateries and hotels.... expensive... so I do not want to eat there being from the US.. I preferred to live the people's culture. thank you
I definitely appreciate that you keep it real sis. I am currently using your channel and others to get an understanding of what to expect before I travel to Tanzania. Please keep sharing💜
I am a Tanzanian and watch your both videos on what you don't vibes with in Tanzania, I completely agreed with you and you are very honest with it. Bravoo; )
Love the art and new furniture traveling sista! Thank you for the real stand point.. I think sometimes we diasporian Americans get so caught up in a romanticized image or idea of Africa, that when we actually discover or explore it for ourselves or if some tells us what the reality is on ground we can't even handle it. I appreciate the truth sista.
+C.C. Cornerstone yes! I'm so glad someone understands where I'm coming from. And I agree because I was one of the people who got caught up in this romanticized view of Africa, thinking it was the land of milk & honey lol. But I feel like it's my duty to give the real... from my perspective anyways.
I really like you Chanel you are very really. I am from western Tanzania but now I live in USA Boston Massachusetts. I wish there were more African Americans who are willing to experience Africa like the way you are doing.
I watched the first episode. Some of the stuff that you complained about most locals complain about too. I tried to guess them all before you said them. The only one that I didn't get was "government" so it's nothing new. Those issues snowball and result in abled and educated Africans migrating to other countries. I'm Kenyan, non-religious etc etc... I would not be able to maintain my sanity out there. Try to link up with Tanzanians who've lived outside the country, they'll definitely understand where you are coming from.
So excited to see a video from you. Extremism is the reason I could never make videos. You were very clear that you were giving us pluses and minuses. You shouldn't even have to do all this explaining. 🤣🤣🤣 I really appreciate the truth. I'm following our girl in Namibia. I've learned so much from both of you.
Thank you for your realness! Seems like a woke sista to me! Stay woke! Every place has its cons and pros. When I first moved to the States, I almost immediately wanted to return home. I missed the community lifestyle where people greeted and cared about each other, I missed the fact that i didn't have 500 varieties of shampoos to choose from and so on. So don't feel bad. I am a traveling sista like you and I have made it my priority to explore Africa just as I am extensively exploring outside of Africa and Tanzania is on my bucket list as I am from west Africa. Best wishes.
+Trish Collier I'm glad you received my realness well! Not everyone does. Yes every place does have its pros and cons but I've learned to roll with the punches and make everyday a new adventure. I want to explore more parts of Africa as well. I'm glad you're a traveling Sista as well! There's sooo much for us to learn from other cultures.
I truly appreciate you giving the real. It's too easy to watch vids and get caught up in how magical things look and sound. "THE REAL" is crucially necessary, especially for people who are considering uprooting their entire life in search of something wonderfully new. #rebelsalute👑
I completely understand what you're saying about the things you don't like about Tanzania. I lived in Togo for a few years and had similar complaints. Doesn't mean you don't like the country or the people -- it's just a different way of life than what you are used to. And people should know that everything isn't unicorns and rainbows, and neither is it in the United States. Have you done a video on what you do for work? I'm a freelance writer and have my entire business online. While I would love to visit many places in Africa and stay for at least a month, it would mean having to plan to get little to no work done due to the probability that the internet and electricity won't work as much I would need it to. And of course, that would need to be planned for.
I went to Senegal last year and was absolutely amazed at how fast the internet was there. It was just as good as it is in Australia, where I currently live. I bought a sim card for my iPhone and got 30GB of data added onto it for about $30 (Australian dollars), it was even connected to the 4G network. It lasted me the whole 2 months I was there and I used it heavily! I was on Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and RUclips all the time. When we went to visit the south of Senegal it did cut out at times, but that's due to it being more rural down there and I was with one of the smaller phone companies called TIGO. The phone company ORANGE (which is a little more expensive) has a much wider reach, so I'm sure it would be fine in the south of Senegal.
Love your videos. I’m definitely ready to leave the states and am so thankful for all the real brothers & sisters that are sharing their stories of their lives on the African continent. Thank you!
Hello Shipmate! I am still VERY much interested in visiting! Your last video was wise and thoughtful. It does not dissuaded me from wanting to visit and travel. Fair winds and following seas! I hope to see you soon!
I listened to your part 1 video and I 200% agree with you... am a Tanzanian living in the states, I just wish by the time I move back those things will have changed especially with electricity and good customer service and of course internet service 😀. Thank you for being honest.
Thank you for watching. I’m glad that you can relate. I don’t want to come off like a jerk but I have to be honest with people. I still love TZ and I call it my home now. But these are real things that I felt like I needed to tell people about
It's great that you give your perspective. More than likely, many of us who are of the same background ( African American ), will feel the same exact way. Great video!
What u said on your last video was all correct. In Africa we still have basic things problem like power, the internet etc but hey we are working on it, we are a young n developing continent, we are getting there soon. Wen i left my country to Japan for work right after my college, it was amazing how developed it was. While there i discovered for the first time that i was "black" i was different from the locals, there culture etc, I went back to my country after 4yrs it was a short vacation, while here i got amused how my country had developed in such alittle i was away. The power problem had reduced up to 80% in my town for the time i spent "2month" Power was never off, internet was way cheaper n reliable than how i left it. Basically things are changing in Africa. We are learning how to address own problems by our selves. About customers service, we are developing too because unlike Tanzania, Most Ugandan youth are now educated, speak good english and ready to go. Guys like she said Africa isnt perfect and as un African who's grown there, i assure you it wont be easy at first especially coming from the most developed country in the world. But all if the sudden u get used to it, settle in enjoy the Africa in u as well as playing your role in the Afican society, with your knowledge and exposure of first world your efforts can go beyond expected in transformation of Africa. Its our job as Africans lets not be discouraged, we need to own mother land n play our parts in making it wakanda land. ✌
I think MOST of us really enjoy your REAL perspective bc let me tell you-We need to know the Truth. Like let us know what we might run into b4 we go. Isn’t that the point of Vlogs lol? These ppl are sensitive sis just keep doing you!! You are such a blessing to the Us from the US that are curious about traveling to Africa. Btw what made you chose Tanzania?
Whenever you tell the truth somebody will get in their feelings. but that is a personal issue on that person part Thank you for being honest and i totally understand what your saying. I love your channel.
So sad you had to explain that. I think you're doing a great work and I'm still looking for where I want to go in Africa. You made me consider Tanzania. Stay real for sure, we appreciate and need it.
Thank you Sis 🤗❤ you make me proud, showing everyone I run into your videos. You're giving me more of that leap of faith to uproot my family and grow 😘 Love you bunches- Yannie
+Indigo SoulBeing aww thank you Yannie ❤️❤️ I'm really just out here trying to inspire people. And yes love grow! Even if it's just to another city. New environment means new growth! Love you too boo ❤️
I am Tanzanian, a Chagga though born and raised in Dar and I have to say I find your videos quite interesting and insightful especially because you are pointing out the obvious and it's sometimes hard to see things differently if you have been there your whole life. I am just interested to hear about your perspectives on Tanzania.
sister i truly understand you everything that you said am from tanzania same village that you living now .....but now i live in american now everything you say is true keep telling the truth
Being real and true is often under-appreciated. Thanks. So my husband found your channel and he said we speak in similar ways; our mannerisms, tone, and all. :-) And I love your earrings; I have a version of those.
Nairobi is very near Arusha, you will get all the amenities and more liberal people, more efficient service. You can order almost anything online, including from Amazon.com. Internet is quite powerful. Come visit for a weekend. Don't get me wrong, I love Arusha.
Jan Zigbe my thoughts exactly....But let her open up Tanzania alittle bit... But certainly kenya is much more accomodating in terms of amenities and language..And all...
i was in kenya ,uganda and ghana and planning to move to ghana soon i can relate to most of the points you mentioned in the last video but its important to note that the majority of people are cool and modernize the new generation is educated and inform about global change, now the collective mindset if still prevailing but that is what makes most of us love africa its vibrant and everyone social life is always on high. the only bad thing about it ,is that people tend to be follower specially on political and religious area. either way i love africa and i have shose africa over the west. simple is good
It's funny to me (like really funny). I was born in France and I am from central Africa (my parents moved to france). I have been there twice in my life and plan to move there in a couple year (after I finish my medical doctorate). Anyway, I feel EXACTLY the same with what you said in your first video and this one too! You're so right doing those videos and sharing. Even if I'm "more connected" with my african origins I feel you I don't this come from being an african american. And of course they're this that really need to change in Africa. Just like everywhere else I think. The things are just different.
just ran into this, your so beautiful. I love your topics and how real you present them. Arusha is beautiful. Oh hey, I couldn't help my self when you were talking about power cut, girl I laughed my ass off hahaha..
Always remember Sistah: amerikkka is a matrix. Its a cultivated environment that you 'pay at the door' and you try to enjoy the show once you're inside. The 'real places' in amerikkka are not much different from the real places anywhere. Except that 'real Chinese' prefer China. 'Real Indians' prefer India, and 'real Africans' should prefer Africa. The trouble is we are not real amerikkkans. And when shit gets real in amerikkka: we could become 'homeless' real quick. I'd rather be in Africa anyday! Loving your smile as always Sistah. Peace.
Except that some of those “real” people come to the U.S. to get away from instability and corruption. Some from poverty or war. Many appreciate what the U.S. has to offer them if they put in the effort. I thought about seeing my mother’s home country. When I asked her if she wanted to visit there, her answer was, “ Why do I want to go back there?” It took her a ten year wait to legally immigrate. I suppose she didn’t want to relive the trauma of poverty and famine. The more I learn about “the motherland,” the more I don’t want to go there, unless just to visit tourist areas for a short while. It’s unsafe on so many levels - food, air, government - just daily living is a gamble in some places. I feel so lucky to be born in the U.S. The quality of life is so much better.
Unfortunately by the time Blacks decide to ''visit'' Africa to see if the like it, they will have no land to buy because multinationals world over will have finished buying all of it. So Blacks would be squatters in Africa and probably expelled as illegal immigrants. After all, you can't invade private land, specially one that belongs to a nation or a company. Their private security don't fool around!
I'm black American married to a Tanzanian. Most of my wife's African friends DO NOT want to move back. mainly because of the corruption the siesta mention in a previous video. I would like to move there. But honestly, I might think differently if I couldn't come back after I left.
Girl! I am a proud African (living in Australia 4th yr now and 11 yrs in the UK) and the things that frustrate you in your part 1; are the exact same things that frustrate me (and a whole lot of Africans!). We still love our countries; the same way you still love Tanzania. Don’t worry at all! Understood!
Thank you for your candidness! I think that type of information and PERSPECTIVE is helpful to have wherever someone is considering to move. I can say, I am not interested in the type of "struggles" you have in Tanzania long term, but it seems a beautiful place to visit. I chosen home is Germany. There are many things that I also do not like about it or find cumbersome to deal with. Overall, however, I find it a more fitting alternative to the USA. Much success with your channel!
I was just watching this clip and I thought that something was familiar. Then I realized that I knew the paintings above you! One painting of Malleey is hanging on the wall next to me :'D
I'm Tanzanian living abroad. I totally understand what you said in your last video. It's true that certain situations are problematic on the continent. I admire your honesty and courage. Hopefully we can have more of our African American brothers and sisters visiting and settling in the motherland.
People who thought you don't like it in Tanzania didn't see your first 2 videos. You have to look at the date it was published and see what came first.
I'm Congolese but as soon as you talked about the close-mindedness about religion/different lifestyle and bribery bells rang in my had because it is the EXACT same thing, when I was back there (DRC) a couple of years ago my cousin and I joked about a Congolese atheist being rarer than a unicorn. The superstition thing is also a HUGE problem, the DRC (especially Kinshasa, the biggest city) has a major problem with child homelessness because of innocent children being accused of witchcraft, it is absolutely disheartening. I feel like Congolese people (I will not speak for other countries) do not like to hear any criticism because they already feel like they've lost to slavery, colonialism so they hold onto whatever it is they can control even if it's not theirs originally (Christianity/Islam) and it's keeping them from progress. Thank you for being honest, at least you're not leading people astray, imagine an LGBT black American only hearing peaches and creams about Tanzania and deciding to move there...
Dive into the culture learn the language and follow the traditions. You are more than capable good to hear and see you adapting and understanding it's takes time!
I enjoy your videos. I'm a black American married to a Tanzanian and we have a son. We plan on raising him in both the U.S and Tanzania. I will be there next month for 3 weeks.
Please sis, we should not refer to African countries as "developing countries" and countries in the Western World as "developed countries". Western countries are not examples to follow because the Western culture is destroying people and the planet. I appreciate your honesty and I hope to visit Tanzania very soon. 💕
It is good you are making the clarification, cause honest truth, I thought you were getting homesick and wasn't feeling it anymore down there. But I see that it is not the case and that you were only showing the other side of the coin. You know your experience is the same for some of us conscious Africans who live in the US, mostly in black neighborhoods here. Some of the behavior of our African American brothers and sisters here can make it a little rough to live here. Mostly the violence, the shootings, the disrespect from the youngins. But I still love my people and I rather be among my black people than live in white neighboorhood. That is why I moved from Oklahoma to Washington Dc 25 years ago and have been here since. Unfortunately the demographic is changing and it is becoming less and less chocolate city. But it id good that we get to know each other because we are one big family and Africa is the homeland of all black people worldwide. So thank you sister for making it clear.
+Leo Gnawa absolutely. I wanted to make it clear. And thank you for your message, it made me realize that I could've given the wrong impression to some of the viewers. And yes I know how much of a struggle it can be in predominantly black neighborhoods, I grew up in a few of them. But we just have to realize that we all are one.
Video request: - Can you talk about how you are raising your cows? - what's the research process like to find a place to live? - what are the banks like? - what are the closest hospitals in driving distance?
You are the right carrier of the message, i was born in Arusha, raised and living here, what you say is tge trueth. I Am not offended, thats how it is, FACTS! Keep up the good job
Where in Tanzania do you live? I have enjoyed following your vlog and it has given light to my dream to "go back home". Was gun ho for Ghana, then never gave thought to the east coast of the continent. Thanks for your honesty and keep doing a great job. Peace.
+Tyrone Simpson I primarily live in Arusha but I bounce between there and Dar Es Salaam. I didn't give thought to the east coast either, but TZ has the Serengeti, Mt Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar, and the cradle of mankind... the place where "Lucy's" bones were found - the oldest ones in human history. So do some exploring! 😊
But I still agree on issues like Electicity outages, which also cause so many issues, poor govt health systems and others, keep it up to inform the world about both pros and cons because this will make those who are willing to come to this beautiful country they will decide to choose themselves. Thank you for your great observation sista!
Did any of the ladies at the market try to talk to you kindly about why they found you wearing shorts so offensive, but nothing is ever said to white tourists? You mentioned this in another video and I'm just curious.... Also love your videos!
you guys should consider visiting Kenya too, more vibrant country, diverse economy, amazing human capital and better standards of living. the country is welcoming alot .
Am sorry .... i dont know which [art of keny you cme from but kenya is a step a head when it comes to internet.. we have the fastest internet connection in africa of around 10Mbps in average . You can confirm that. Taling of penetration we double TZ . we do have around 28% while TZ is 11%
You don't have to clarify your last video. You were explicitly clear about what and how it would be and you delivered to that expectation. I don't agree with your assessments of faith and love but you have the right to have an opinion. You are a beautiful soul, pray you enter into a relationship with God the Father and His son Jesus Christ. God bless.
i love your video it is very interesting and truth about corruption in Tanzania one has to bribe the officals everywhere and I know it because I used to live in Tanzania
Do you know why people take a bribe? Few people in Tanzania can live on their monthly wages. Conditions forced them to take bribes. This is across Africa. Many of them do not like doing it but have not a choice.
Really understand that and love the whole in-site about Tanzania. I love Tanzania and enjoy learning and getting inspired by you. Please introduce your boyfriend to us if you don't mind nor does he mind. Love all the way from 🇳🇦 Namibia
There's no other Africa. Africa is the future. Africa is a paradise. African Americans should help to build up Africa and stop complaining. 400 years has done alot.
I'm 30 single no kids and a veteran as well and I'm looking at moving to East Africa.. Mozambique Mabye? within the next 6 months. I'm coming wether u talk sht or not.. its a 3rd world country ritenow because not enough of us over there building our own shit up..im making the move asap Cause we supposed to be leading from the front not the back!!
I follow your experiences in Africa as well as the Sista in Namibia (pardon spelling errors), since you are telling us some of the vibes that you feel some kind of way about, I want to know as a black american woman living in Africa, how is it making connections with our African sistahs? You have been in Tanzania for a minute, you speak of your boyfriend and friends at times, so is it easy for you, to make true connections with African sistahs?
your in Africa. I am soo jealous of you, I want to go home so bad. Do not feel bad about your view, because you are still at home where all black people belong.
for four years I kept saying i want to live in Ghana... one day a brother overheard me.... connected his people in Ghana who lives here... well, the rest is history....
There's no need to be apologetic; you come across as being very sincere. Most of the things you've pointed out sound as if they could be remedied easily, e.g. dirty toilets in hospitals --- easy,they should employ cleaners! Too many African- Americans glorify Africa, even the nasty aspects. Keep it up, you are doing fine!
I love your videos. I love how you totally immersed yourself in the culture. I raised an eyebrow at the last video cause I thought geez if she gone compare everything to the u.s. she might as well go home. but on the other hand, they were things to know and consider. so that I appreciate. ive learned alot from your videos. thank you for sharing your life with us.
I compare everything to the US because that’s where most of the viewers are from. That’s where most of the viewers could relate to. That’s where I spent the bulk of my life and that’s what I know. I’ve been to other countries and visited other places but I thought it would be more relatable if I used the US as a comparison.
I agree with u 💯% having been here for 2 months. Something's we just don't vibe with just because of how we are raised. I would love to be here permanently but my kids are too little. I'm sad I didn't get to see you. But god willing next time we come here. U have my WhatsApp info talk to you soon. 😘
+Aisha Kiegemwe yes I'm definitely still adjusting and I'm sad I didn't get to see you either. My schedule has been so hectic. But yes next time would be awesome! ❤️
In your first video about things you didn't vibe with in Tanzania made me want to get the FREAK out of that country and I'm in New York. But your goals is also to save money I guess we must always do our research about a destination country and its Govt.
I'm a Tanzanian and everything that you said in your first video (things you don't vibe with) are absolutely true......shortage of electricity,corruption,intorelence/close minded altitude,bad public sanitation are as you described them but we have come a long way,it's depressing but things are a bit getting better and videos like yours will keep awaken us/my people to do more,so don't beat up yourself,what you did needed to be said...
Keith Evans, Yes and this is common in many other countries in Africa. People need to stop being so sensitive and accept the truth!
I know you like it here, its just that you have the same narrow mind but in different way.. the american narrow mind .. i have been to usa where they dont have internet etc
Sorry i could not finish it. I like you but I do not think that you have significant education or exposure on cultures. American or otherwise.
I think you know your life was not perfect where you came from and you ran.
Offcourse we here know that us education is very shallow
@Selassie999 😄offcourse yes. Online or otherwise i stand with my views. Thank you for noticing.
Thats me.
Truth, as far as I am exposed to. No sugarcoating.
@Selassie999 😃😃😃 human culture.. we are not satisfied with what we have. We think it will be easier to deal with life if we are given what others are given. We can easily solve other peoples problems but not ours! A few people I hope are content. But for me, i am not and 😃 and i think other people have a bit easier lives.
Bless you for your honest comment/reply to this sister's video. I live in Las Vegas and you should see/smell the filth in the streets here! There are homeless people defecating and urinating in the streets! Public restrooms here can be filthy as well. Urine and menstrual blood on toilet seats and floors at a call center and even some restaurants and casinos. There are things happening here in Amerikkka that people don't want to admit but I am seeing with my own eyes.
I am from Rwanda and I think everything she said was absolutely correct especially losing power every now and then, slow customer care and corruption. We don't have websites where you can go and voice your opinion on customer care like in west or USA, we don't have where you can put your review which prevent us from improving in those three areas I mentioned above. She didn't come off as mocking us. It was absolutely a great video. What I would like to advise our brothers and sisters from USA and Europe, is to educate fellow brothers and sisters who are in Africa and also accept to be educated. If there are things you had back in US and you don't see them in African nations, try to make a business of those things and highlights them so that in years to come, we will be able to adjust easily from one part of the world to another
Gosh you are so smart!I love this response. My friend just moved to Rwanda with her family a few weeks ago. She loves it!As a matter of fact, my friends that I met while I was living in Thailand said that Rwanda was their favorite country. (I was surprised. Because at the time, I didn't know much about Rwanda other than the genocide) My friend said how clean it is and despite the previous history, everyone is trying to move on and become friends. I love this progress and plan to visit very soon.
xyz panther I hear it 🤙🏾
xyz panther can we connect on Instagram? Or Facebook,I am thinking about relocating from the USA to Rwanda? Thanks
@@gayanngodfrey2824 I'm think about relocating my family there in 2021 too. Either there or Tanzania. But I'm going to visit both in December. My girlfriend don't wana be here so I'm moving them, and I'll stay in the us and work for few years b4 I can move myself. To make sure we got a business running.. we should link up. agabusac@yahoo.com
Lol omg thank you!!!!! Someone just commented on my channel that you mentioned me, thanks so much! And thanks for sharing your experiences.
Hey lady! Lol funny seeing you here! I just started following her. Maybe because I follow you RUclips suggested her? Idk I like her energy and I love how lush and green Tanzania looks. So I stayed.
AfroAmericaninAfrica You know I love your channel,also.❤️💯📚💐
@AfroAmericaninAfrica love your channel, hope to see more videos in the future! 💛
“No one grows if they’re always comfortable”! Wow, that was profound sis!
Deep
Living abroad is SOOOO difficult and very few people understand that! You can acknowledge the challenges and the beauty and still love the place!
Love that green shirt!
+Whatshaname yes it's all about still realizing the beauty through all the difficulties. And thank you 😊
I'm Kenyan and I come to Tanzania quite often, everything you said in the previous video is so true, even in Kenya. The only difference is that Kenyans have a fast life.
Nothing that you said would be taken out of context by a reasonable individual. As a so called American preparing to make the move myself, you are giving us information on things that are different and that we may need to prepare ourselves for. Personally, I don't think your views are biased against TZ, you are just presenting them from an American perspective.
"No one grows if they're always comfortable."
Tanzania is calling my name, too. I appreciate your insight. Thank you for sharing all the highs and lows and just how it is.
I totally get you being retired military, you have to make adjustments. Even traveling within the U.S. from state to state, you have to adjust with the different cultures and vibes.
I get what you are saying...... I live in Ghana- same issues.... Ghana has European eateries and hotels.... expensive... so I do not want to eat there being from the US.. I preferred to live the people's culture. thank you
I definitely appreciate that you keep it real sis. I am currently using your channel and others to get an understanding of what to expect before I travel to Tanzania. Please keep sharing💜
+Deana Barnes thank you, and I'm glad my videos are helping 😊 stay tuned!
I'm preparing to visit Tanzania before October... Thanks for this insight
She looks too young to be retired military.
Not retired. Just 6 years.
I am a Tanzanian and watch your both videos on what you don't vibes with in Tanzania, I completely agreed with you and you are very honest with it. Bravoo; )
Love the art and new furniture traveling sista! Thank you for the real stand point.. I think sometimes we diasporian Americans get so caught up in a romanticized image or idea of Africa, that when we actually discover or explore it for ourselves or if some tells us what the reality is on ground we can't even handle it. I appreciate the truth sista.
+C.C. Cornerstone yes! I'm so glad someone understands where I'm coming from. And I agree because I was one of the people who got caught up in this romanticized view of Africa, thinking it was the land of milk & honey lol. But I feel like it's my duty to give the real... from my perspective anyways.
I really like you Chanel you are very really. I am from western Tanzania but now I live in USA Boston Massachusetts. I wish there were more African Americans who are willing to experience Africa like the way you are doing.
I watched the first episode. Some of the stuff that you complained about most locals complain about too. I tried to guess them all before you said them. The only one that I didn't get was "government" so it's nothing new. Those issues snowball and result in abled and educated Africans migrating to other countries. I'm Kenyan, non-religious etc etc... I would not be able to maintain my sanity out there. Try to link up with Tanzanians who've lived outside the country, they'll definitely understand where you are coming from.
So excited to see a video from you. Extremism is the reason I could never make videos. You were very clear that you were giving us pluses and minuses. You shouldn't even have to do all this explaining. 🤣🤣🤣 I really appreciate the truth. I'm following our girl in Namibia. I've learned so much from both of you.
+Rhonda McKnight that's how I feel too 😩 but I just wanted to make myself clear! Lol and I'm glad you enjoy my videos 😊 stay tuned!
Thank you for your realness! Seems like a woke sista to me! Stay woke! Every place has its cons and pros. When I first moved to the States, I almost immediately wanted to return home. I missed the community lifestyle where people greeted and cared about each other, I missed the fact that i didn't have 500 varieties of shampoos to choose from and so on. So don't feel bad. I am a traveling sista like you and I have made it my priority to explore Africa just as I am extensively exploring outside of Africa and Tanzania is on my bucket list as I am from west Africa. Best wishes.
+Trish Collier I'm glad you received my realness well! Not everyone does. Yes every place does have its pros and cons but I've learned to roll with the punches and make everyday a new adventure. I want to explore more parts of Africa as well. I'm glad you're a traveling Sista as well! There's sooo much for us to learn from other cultures.
I truly appreciate you giving the real. It's too easy to watch vids and get caught up in how magical things look and sound. "THE REAL" is crucially necessary, especially for people who are considering uprooting their entire life in search of something wonderfully new. #rebelsalute👑
You're absolutely right for posting these and for those who need to know this... It didn't persuade me to avoid TZ. I'm coming sista
I completely understand what you're saying about the things you don't like about Tanzania. I lived in Togo for a few years and had similar complaints. Doesn't mean you don't like the country or the people -- it's just a different way of life than what you are used to. And people should know that everything isn't unicorns and rainbows, and neither is it in the United States. Have you done a video on what you do for work? I'm a freelance writer and have my entire business online. While I would love to visit many places in Africa and stay for at least a month, it would mean having to plan to get little to no work done due to the probability that the internet and electricity won't work as much I would need it to. And of course, that would need to be planned for.
I went to Senegal last year and was absolutely amazed at how fast the internet was there. It was just as good as it is in Australia, where I currently live. I bought a sim card for my iPhone and got 30GB of data added onto it for about $30 (Australian dollars), it was even connected to the 4G network. It lasted me the whole 2 months I was there and I used it heavily! I was on Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and RUclips all the time. When we went to visit the south of Senegal it did cut out at times, but that's due to it being more rural down there and I was with one of the smaller phone companies called TIGO. The phone company ORANGE (which is a little more expensive) has a much wider reach, so I'm sure it would be fine in the south of Senegal.
Halona Black i
You could purchase an external generator and WiFi tool that will increase your signal so you can receive incredible service from anywhere.
Love your videos. I’m definitely ready to leave the states and am so thankful for all the real brothers & sisters that are sharing their stories of their lives on the African continent. Thank you!
Hello Shipmate! I am still VERY much interested in visiting! Your last video was wise and thoughtful. It does not dissuaded me from wanting to visit and travel. Fair winds and following seas! I hope to see you soon!
+Nat Wade thank you! Hope to see more of us out here 😊
I listened to your part 1 video and I 200% agree with you... am a Tanzanian living in the states, I just wish by the time I move back those things will have changed especially with electricity and good customer service and of course internet service 😀. Thank you for being honest.
Thank you for watching. I’m glad that you can relate. I don’t want to come off like a jerk but I have to be honest with people. I still love TZ and I call it my home now. But these are real things that I felt like I needed to tell people about
Keep it real! Don't ever apologize for telling your own experience. I would live in Tanzania rather than USa.
It's great that you give your perspective. More than likely, many of us who are of the same background ( African American ), will feel the same exact way. Great video!
+Jay Jones thank you much! Glad you enjoyed.
What u said on your last video was all correct. In Africa we still have basic things problem like power, the internet etc but hey we are working on it, we are a young n developing continent, we are getting there soon.
Wen i left my country to Japan for work right after my college, it was amazing how developed it was. While there i discovered for the first time that i was "black" i was different from the locals, there culture etc,
I went back to my country after 4yrs it was a short vacation, while here i got amused how my country had developed in such alittle i was away. The power problem had reduced up to 80% in my town for the time i spent "2month" Power was never off, internet was way cheaper n reliable than how i left it. Basically things are changing in Africa.
We are learning how to address own problems by our selves. About customers service, we are developing too because unlike Tanzania, Most Ugandan youth are now educated, speak good english and ready to go. Guys like she said Africa isnt perfect and as un African who's grown there, i assure you it wont be easy at first especially coming from the most developed country in the world. But all if the sudden u get used to it, settle in enjoy the Africa in u as well as playing your role in the Afican society, with your knowledge and exposure of first world your efforts can go beyond expected in transformation of Africa. Its our job as Africans lets not be discouraged, we need to own mother land n play our parts in making it wakanda land. ✌
I think MOST of us really enjoy your REAL perspective bc let me tell you-We need to know the Truth. Like let us know what we might run into b4 we go. Isn’t that the point of Vlogs lol? These ppl are sensitive sis just keep doing you!! You are such a blessing to the Us from the US that are curious about traveling to Africa. Btw what made you chose Tanzania?
Whenever you tell the truth somebody will get in their feelings. but that is a personal issue on that person part
Thank you for being honest and i totally understand what your saying. I love your channel.
So sad you had to explain that. I think you're doing a great work and I'm still looking for where I want to go in Africa. You made me consider Tanzania. Stay real for sure, we appreciate and need it.
Thank you Sis 🤗❤ you make me proud, showing everyone I run into your videos. You're giving me more of that leap of faith to uproot my family and grow 😘 Love you bunches- Yannie
+Indigo SoulBeing aww thank you Yannie ❤️❤️ I'm really just out here trying to inspire people. And yes love grow! Even if it's just to another city. New environment means new growth! Love you too boo ❤️
I am Tanzanian, a Chagga though born and raised in Dar and I have to say I find your videos quite interesting and insightful especially because you are pointing out the obvious and it's sometimes hard to see things differently if you have been there your whole life. I am just interested to hear about your perspectives on Tanzania.
I get so geeked to see your new videos i really am coming to visit and moving is definitely in the cards thanks for keepin it real.
+Geoff Ervin I'm glad you enjoy my videos! Thank you that means a lot. And yes! Come visit.
sister i truly understand you everything that you said am from tanzania same village that you living now .....but now i live in american now everything you say is true keep telling the truth
Thank you so much, that's why we need People from all cultural background.
I so appreciate you being real it's so important, thank you so much .
Being real and true is often under-appreciated. Thanks. So my husband found your channel and he said we speak in similar ways; our mannerisms, tone, and all. :-) And I love your earrings; I have a version of those.
Thanks Sis for keeping it 100.
And keep us posted on ur next adventure.
+Shirley Dixon absolutely! Will do and thank you for watching ❤️
Nairobi is very near Arusha, you will get all the amenities and more liberal people, more efficient service. You can order almost anything online, including from Amazon.com. Internet is quite powerful. Come visit for a weekend. Don't get me wrong, I love Arusha.
Jan Zigbe my thoughts exactly....But let her open up Tanzania alittle bit... But certainly kenya is much more accomodating in terms of amenities and language..And all...
Isn't the cost of living in Nairobi expensive?
Well said Nairobi is the place to be
i was in kenya ,uganda and ghana and planning to move to ghana soon i can relate to most of the points you mentioned in the last video but its important to note that the majority of people are cool and modernize the new generation is educated and inform about global change, now the collective mindset if still prevailing but that is what makes most of us love africa its vibrant and everyone social life is always on high. the only bad thing about it ,is that people tend to be follower specially on political and religious area. either way i love africa and i have shose africa over the west. simple is good
It's funny to me (like really funny). I was born in France and I am from central Africa (my parents moved to france). I have been there twice in my life and plan to move there in a couple year (after I finish my medical doctorate). Anyway, I feel EXACTLY the same with what you said in your first video and this one too! You're so right doing those videos and sharing. Even if I'm "more connected" with my african origins I feel you I don't this come from being an african american. And of course they're this that really need to change in Africa. Just like everywhere else I think. The things are just different.
I love your videos and that you keep it real. That's me , always stay true and everything has positive and negative. Thanks for sharing
just ran into this, your so beautiful. I love your topics and how real you present them. Arusha is beautiful. Oh hey, I couldn't help my self when you were talking about power cut, girl I laughed my ass off hahaha..
Always remember Sistah: amerikkka is a matrix. Its a cultivated environment that you 'pay at the door' and you try to enjoy the show once you're inside. The 'real places' in amerikkka are not much different from the real places anywhere. Except that 'real Chinese' prefer China. 'Real Indians' prefer India, and 'real Africans' should prefer Africa. The trouble is we are not real amerikkkans. And when shit gets real in amerikkka: we could become 'homeless' real quick. I'd rather be in Africa anyday! Loving your smile as always Sistah. Peace.
+Mikea Simkele ❤️❤️
wow bro that really great point
Except that some of those “real” people come to the U.S. to get away from instability and corruption. Some from poverty or war. Many appreciate what the U.S. has to offer them if they put in the effort. I thought about seeing my mother’s home country. When I asked her if she wanted to visit there, her answer was, “ Why do I want to go back there?” It took her a ten year wait to legally immigrate. I suppose she didn’t want to relive the trauma of poverty and famine. The more I learn about “the motherland,” the more I don’t want to go there, unless just to visit tourist areas for a short while. It’s unsafe on so many levels - food, air, government - just daily living is a gamble in some places. I feel so lucky to be born in the U.S. The quality of life is so much better.
Unfortunately by the time Blacks decide to ''visit'' Africa to see if the like it, they will have no land to buy because multinationals world over will have finished buying all of it. So Blacks would be squatters in Africa and probably expelled as illegal immigrants. After all, you can't invade private land, specially one that belongs to a nation or a company. Their private security don't fool around!
I'm black American married to a Tanzanian. Most of my wife's African friends DO NOT want to move back. mainly because of the corruption the siesta mention in a previous video. I would like to move there. But honestly, I might think differently if I couldn't come back after I left.
Girl! I am a proud African (living in Australia 4th yr now and 11 yrs in the UK) and the things that frustrate you in your part 1; are the exact same things that frustrate me (and a whole lot of Africans!). We still love our countries; the same way you still love Tanzania. Don’t worry at all! Understood!
I thank you for answering questions about living there! I’m interested in moving to Africa and I don’t know where to visit first, so thanks.
Thank you for your candidness! I think that type of information and PERSPECTIVE is helpful to have wherever someone is considering to move. I can say, I am not interested in the type of "struggles" you have in Tanzania long term, but it seems a beautiful place to visit. I chosen home is Germany. There are many things that I also do not like about it or find cumbersome to deal with. Overall, however, I find it a more fitting alternative to the USA. Much success with your channel!
I appreciate your honesty. I saw nothing wrong with the way you expressed your opinions and observations.
I too am planning to move to Tanzania soon
I was just watching this clip and I thought that something was familiar. Then I realized that I knew the paintings above you!
One painting of Malleey is hanging on the wall next to me :'D
That’s so awesome! He’s the man!
I'm Tanzanian living abroad. I totally understand what you said in your last video. It's true that certain situations are problematic on the continent. I admire your honesty and courage. Hopefully we can have more of our African American brothers and sisters visiting and settling in the motherland.
People who thought you don't like it in Tanzania didn't see your first 2 videos. You have to look at the date it was published and see what came first.
I'm Congolese but as soon as you talked about the close-mindedness about religion/different lifestyle and bribery bells rang in my had because it is the EXACT same thing, when I was back there (DRC) a couple of years ago my cousin and I joked about a Congolese atheist being rarer than a unicorn. The superstition thing is also a HUGE problem, the DRC (especially Kinshasa, the biggest city) has a major problem with child homelessness because of innocent children being accused of witchcraft, it is absolutely disheartening. I feel like Congolese people (I will not speak for other countries) do not like to hear any criticism because they already feel like they've lost to slavery, colonialism so they hold onto whatever it is they can control even if it's not theirs originally (Christianity/Islam) and it's keeping them from progress. Thank you for being honest, at least you're not leading people astray, imagine an LGBT black American only hearing peaches and creams about Tanzania and deciding to move there...
yes i understand you . you are bringing us the real truth. we appreciate that my sister.
Dive into the culture learn the language and follow the traditions. You are more than capable good to hear and see you adapting and understanding it's takes time!
I enjoy your videos. I'm a black American married to a Tanzanian and we have a son. We plan on raising him in both the U.S and Tanzania. I will be there next month for 3 weeks.
Good video always keep it 100 like we say here in Nyc
+nyla tawiah I HAVE to! Glad you enjoyed.
Traveling Sista 💗
Please sis, we should not refer to African countries as "developing countries" and countries in the Western World as "developed countries". Western countries are not examples to follow because the Western culture is destroying people and the planet. I appreciate your honesty and I hope to visit Tanzania very soon. 💕
It is good you are making the clarification, cause honest truth, I thought you were getting homesick and wasn't feeling it anymore down there. But I see that it is not the case and that you were only showing the other side of the coin. You know your experience is the same for some of us conscious Africans who live in the US, mostly in black neighborhoods here. Some of the behavior of our African American brothers and sisters here can make it a little rough to live here. Mostly the violence, the shootings, the disrespect from the youngins. But I still love my people and I rather be among my black people than live in white neighboorhood. That is why I moved from Oklahoma to Washington Dc 25 years ago and have been here since. Unfortunately the demographic is changing and it is becoming less and less chocolate city. But it id good that we get to know each other because we are one big family and Africa is the homeland of all black people worldwide. So thank you sister for making it clear.
+Leo Gnawa absolutely. I wanted to make it clear. And thank you for your message, it made me realize that I could've given the wrong impression to some of the viewers. And yes I know how much of a struggle it can be in predominantly black neighborhoods, I grew up in a few of them. But we just have to realize that we all are one.
No worries, we got you. It is not you who gave the wrong impression. It is folks like me who did not get what you were truly saying.
I’m coming to Dar in July 2018. Would love to hook up with some folks with good vibes. Suggestions?
I appreciate u sis. Im thinking about coming out there. I went to Ethiopia for two weeks last year
You’re most welcome. And I’d like to make it to Ethiopia soon.
Video request:
- Can you talk about how you are raising your cows?
- what's the research process like to find a place to live?
- what are the banks like?
- what are the closest hospitals in driving distance?
You are the right carrier of the message, i was born in Arusha, raised and living here, what you say is tge trueth. I Am not offended, thats how it is, FACTS! Keep up the good job
I wanna straighten those paintings soooo bad.
Ackee23 haha
First thing I noticed. OCD is real
I love the paintings in the background
Thank you for being honest.
Where in Tanzania do you live?
I have enjoyed following your vlog and it has given light to my dream to "go back home". Was gun ho for Ghana, then never gave thought to the east coast of the continent. Thanks for your honesty and keep doing a great job. Peace.
+Tyrone Simpson I primarily live in Arusha but I bounce between there and Dar Es Salaam. I didn't give thought to the east coast either, but TZ has the Serengeti, Mt Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar, and the cradle of mankind... the place where "Lucy's" bones were found - the oldest ones in human history. So do some exploring! 😊
holla at me if you need more detail about tanzania email:nlwsolomon@gmail.com
Tanzania is about the size of Texas and California put together.
Well done love the info but show us the place a bit. Continue doing your show and I love you natural hair styles.
Telling the truth is a revolutionary act!
I love your style in this video! Ttyl
But I still agree on issues like Electicity outages, which also cause so many issues, poor govt health systems and others, keep it up to inform the world about both pros and cons because this will make those who are willing to come to this beautiful country they will decide to choose themselves. Thank you for your great observation sista!
I like your realness Sister .....
Did any of the ladies at the market try to talk to you kindly about why they found you wearing shorts so offensive, but nothing is ever said to white tourists? You mentioned this in another video and I'm just curious.... Also love your videos!
you guys should consider visiting Kenya too, more vibrant country, diverse economy, amazing human capital and better standards of living. the country is welcoming alot .
You would be surprised. Tanzania is not actually behind Kenya in anything but internet penetration.
This from a Kenyan in Tanzania
Am sorry .... i dont know which [art of keny you cme from but kenya is a step a head when it comes to internet.. we have the fastest internet connection in africa of around 10Mbps in average . You can confirm that. Taling of penetration we double TZ . we do have around 28% while TZ is 11%
That's what I meant.
In internet penetration and even speeds and cost Tz is Far behind.
But in almost everything else, they are very much equal
ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH.....
Love your honesty!
You don't have to clarify your last video. You were explicitly clear about what and how it would be and you delivered to that expectation. I don't agree with your assessments of faith and love but you have the right to have an opinion. You are a beautiful soul, pray you enter into a relationship with God the Father and His son Jesus Christ. God bless.
i love your video it is very interesting and truth about corruption in Tanzania one has to bribe the officals everywhere and I know it because I used to live in Tanzania
Do you know why people take a bribe? Few people in Tanzania can live on their monthly wages. Conditions forced them to take bribes. This is across Africa. Many of them do not like doing it but have not a choice.
What you said is true. Period!
Moving to arusha in 2 weeks love to meet
Really understand that and love the whole in-site about Tanzania. I love Tanzania and enjoy learning and getting inspired by you. Please introduce your boyfriend to us if you don't mind nor does he mind.
Love all the way from 🇳🇦 Namibia
+Penny Shivute yes I will introduce my boyfriend lol. Thank you for watching and I'm so glad you're inspired. That's all I want honestly.
Penny Shivute
Do they have ACs in the houses there.?
Do you know anyone who has been bitten by the tetse fly?
Thats a challenge which provide opportunity. You could be the one to change things and educate ppl.
All you said in part 1 were true.Im Afrcan who live in USA,and who is ready to go back in Africa.
thank for keeping it 100...
Love your realness
+Natalia McCray thank you! I have to keep it real. And yes come! I would love to see more of us out here.
There's no other Africa. Africa is the future. Africa is a paradise. African Americans should help to build up Africa and stop complaining. 400 years has done alot.
Im still visiting over there!
Material things that you missed (like cheetos etc) can you have a friend in the US send you a goody bag from time to time..? Serious question
Yep you sure can.
I'm 30 single no kids and a veteran as well and I'm looking at moving to East Africa.. Mozambique Mabye? within the next 6 months. I'm coming wether u talk sht or not.. its a 3rd world country ritenow because not enough of us over there building our own shit up..im making the move asap Cause we supposed to be leading from the front not the back!!
Have you Visited the UAACC lead by Pete Oneal na Mama C at maji ya chai ,you going to love it
what has your employment transition been like?
I liked your last video... Very candid..
I follow your experiences in Africa as well as the Sista in Namibia (pardon spelling errors), since you are telling us some of the vibes that you feel some kind of way about, I want to know as a black american woman living in Africa, how is it making connections with our African sistahs? You have been in Tanzania for a minute, you speak of your boyfriend and friends at times, so is it easy for you, to make true connections with African sistahs?
your in Africa. I am soo jealous of you, I want to go home so bad. Do not feel bad about your view, because you are still at home where all black people belong.
+Loverofnothing00 I truly do feel like I belong. And come for a visit! I'm sure you'll enjoy it.
for four years I kept saying i want to live in Ghana... one day a brother overheard me.... connected his people in Ghana who lives here... well, the rest is history....
There's no need to be apologetic; you come across as being very sincere. Most of the things you've pointed out sound as if they could be remedied easily, e.g. dirty toilets in hospitals --- easy,they should employ cleaners! Too many African- Americans glorify Africa, even the nasty aspects. Keep it up, you are doing fine!
I love your videos. I love how you totally immersed yourself in the culture. I raised an eyebrow at the last video cause I thought geez if she gone compare everything to the u.s. she might as well go home. but on the other hand, they were things to know and consider. so that I appreciate. ive learned alot from your videos. thank you for sharing your life with us.
I compare everything to the US because that’s where most of the viewers are from. That’s where most of the viewers could relate to. That’s where I spent the bulk of my life and that’s what I know. I’ve been to other countries and visited other places but I thought it would be more relatable if I used the US as a comparison.
yes I understand. some of your videos create a rollercoaster of emotions but it always ends with love. I appreciate you sis.
GOOD JOB SISTA.
+tejan kamara Asante sana 🙏🏾
I agree with u 💯% having been here for 2 months. Something's we just don't vibe with just because of how we are raised. I would love to be here permanently but my kids are too little. I'm sad I didn't get to see you. But god willing next time we come here. U have my WhatsApp info talk to you soon. 😘
+Aisha Kiegemwe yes I'm definitely still adjusting and I'm sad I didn't get to see you either. My schedule has been so hectic. But yes next time would be awesome! ❤️
In your first video about things you didn't vibe with in Tanzania made me want to get the FREAK out of that country and I'm in New York. But your goals is also to save money I guess we must always do our research about a destination country and its Govt.
you have taken the best decision