The Real Reason Americans Are Leaving Africa: Is the Honeymoon Over?

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[andeyo]

When I moved to America from Africa many years ago my personal weakness did not disappear, i had to work on them, . I am back in Africa and whatever issues I had in America have followed me. The one thing you cannot ran away from is yourself. Personal issue are not going to melt away by moving from America to Africa. Africa provide more opportunities but in the beginning you need to low your expectation and do away with some conveniences and luxury

[anngore]

I recall one diasporan youtuber decrying the fact there wasn't the usual fast food chains in the country she had moved to with her husband and young son. I pointed out that the food was fresh and healthier. She responded by saying she didn't want people like me on her channel 😂. I wonder where they are now?

[mangukalonji]

Am from the Caribbean. Living in America is getting more complicated every day... too much obstacle.am planning of going back for a piece of mind sake.

[afiainafrica]

The only way to get the “Real Reason” Americans are leaving Africa is to speak directly with them.

[MegaYvette]

I tried to immigrate to NZ years ago and it took me 2 years to get ALL the documentation together and in the end it was a failure when I couldn't secure a job (the credit crash JUST happened), then lived in Dubai for 10 years....admin as a expat is frustrating wherever you go. You gave really sound advice, patience is a MUST!!! Everyone's experience is different, , but patience is a virtue!

[gibson]

Going there as a visitor is completely different from permently living there permanently

[sarahtn]

Truth be told, there is no UTOPIA, whether in Africa or the USA. You have to have goals before you move and you have to be committed. Many Europeans are leaving Europe because of various reasons such as stress and quality of life. I live in New England and although unemployment is low, many people don't want to commit to a 9-5, especially after experiencing the flexibility of employment during COVID. I know people who believe that life should be much cheaper in Africa. Africans go all over the world to study, they have to learn new languages and put up with racial abuse (China, Russia, etc) but they stick to it because they focus on their goals. Even in the USA, Africans are not welcomed with open hands by people who look like them. Even in black churches, it takes a long time for Africans to be accepted. This is first-hand experience. Maybe Africans who moved to the USA should talk about their experiences in the USA.

[TravelsoFun]

I am a Jamaican female who’s been living in the US since 1980s. And I am now looking to return home to Jamaica. I would suggest those African-Americans who want to leave America, give Jamaica a try. You have great role, models in positions of power there. You got black leaders such as a black Prime Minister, black members of Parliament, black business owners, including many of them who are female. I only left as a child because of economic conditions. But if African-Americans have a skill they can use to earn a decent income and want to leave the US as I said, give Jamaica a try. 🇯🇲❤️

[AJ]

I’d argue that African Americans lack essential support to thrive as expats in Africa. Unlike the support systems available to immigrants within the U.S. such as familial networks, sponsors and or government aid to help facilitate a successful transition.

[lovellesokan]

My advice. Get with locals, not in love as a tourist 8n the big cities. Live outside, learn the language, visit and adopt a village family( as one of them..mainly a father and a mother). Form a small biz, gift shop. Poultry farm, hire locals to sell street food for you. Do not spend too much time on amenities/ convenience, only comfort. Stop complaining, do not compare American system. This is a different culture. Be prepare !!!. BLESSED is thy WOMB Mama Africa. KLA BE BE ' most Africans that go to America, patiently spend/ plan 3. 5. 7 yrs without proper legal status, before they succeed. Do not take a microwave, snap my finger attitude to Africa..Be patient !!!

[kdaddy]

AAs' romanticize the idea of living in Africa, but will have great difficulty adapting to living there because we have no culture or community that fully accepts our presence. Now you feel left out, depressed, questioning whether moving there was the right decision etc. So, they wind up leaving and going back to what they know. My suggestion, SEEK YAH FIRST, .because without a plan and purpose it's gonna fail. He has the plans and purpose for all of our lives. Seek him for the answer.

[ntokozohlatshwayo]

Even south africans of all races are coming back home from overseas which is good. There is no place like home.

[comrade]

Some came here witthout skills and thinking their saving or retirements will be enough

[donred]

I lived overseas during my career in the military, Southeast Asia; Philippines and Japan to be exact, and I feel life could be more rewarding if one just takes their time and research and then prepare strategically of what they want and how best to achieve it, being very meticulous with learning and knowing where one will get through with a bit of ease and where one is certain to face to many closed doors and obstacles is the key to unbecoming stressfully disappointed. I am planning on leaving California within the next three years and headed to three places in East Africa I have picked out for a visit, not going on a vacation but on an expedition to explore where I want to spend the rest of my life and face the least of hassles and inadequacies. Once have validated my plans and confirmed all as legitimate the next thing to do is to ensure my funds are securely in place and then I know I'll be ready to leave. Never allow anticipation or others to push you into leaving before your 100% assured that you are most definetly prepared for what may change and what may come.

[DonStarr-nqph]

Some of the reasons are that they were scammed out of the land they bought! Some were scammed out of the houses they have build!

[rickyevelynsheppard]

If an African country had strong retirement programs in place such as Belize, Panama, Mexico, Dominican Republic etc . They would attract a certain STRONG group of expats ... These expats in turn would be a cornerstone for other less fortunate expats . Also direct flights to Africa and ticket prices is another concern ....I just left Barbados which is over 90% melanated people and that might be my choice . I'm also retired military.

[tomthumb]

Any African American coming into South Africa 🇿🇦 with the right visa that suits their purpose as single person, can live a comfortable life if the have fixed income or social security of no less than $2 500 a month 😊

[teddydavis]

Honestly, Ashley, most African Americans do not have a plan. Any are not entrepreneurs, like you.
I lived abroad, and I know all the opportunities that are available, regardless of race.
Also, I find that people leave the US angry. I don't let politics determine my life. I accept that racism and prejudice are a part of life. I don't let them get to me.
You always look great!

[NkiksAlways]

People have been in America for 10+ years amd they don’t have immigration status so why should you expect overnight immigration status

[JamesBond-]

Yes some find it hard because, moving there is not the same as when they came on vocation. Partying, living in a nice hotel, eating out in nice restaurants and having good time. So visiting is like a honey moon period as compare to living there. You are absolutely right. Ash.about getting on YouTube to attack the country. There were too examples the last week. These AA ladies living in Ghana, and the power went off for at least 6 hours. This ladies went on YouTube attacking Ghana like hell because they did not have access to internet. This is on two separate ladies. One was saying in the US, before they put off the power, they inform them when it's supposed to be off and when it comes back. So she could not understand, claiming she paid he bill so they can not just take the power that way. The second lady she is an elderly woman and the way she was attacking Ghana was absolutely disgusting. But some Ghanaians came after them on the comments, telling them they can leave, no one forced them to live in Ghana.Some put any little problem on YouTube to voice their anger with the country, which is unfortunate.