What You MUST Do To Be Happy Making The Move To Africa

Normally I talk about the vegan diet and making lifestyle changes. But today I’m talking about something a little different. I’ve been living here in Tanzania for a little over four years. I want to talk about my experience because many people from the African diaspora are coming here to Tanzania, to Gambia, to Ghana, to Nigeria looking to get away from life in Europe, life and in the UK, life in America. Unfortunately some of them are getting disappointed by their experience.

In this video I talk about what has helped me get along here and what in my opinion you MUST do to be happy, and make the move to the continent more positive and satisfying for you.

Resources mentioned in the video

Apps for learning the language

Duolingo For a learn on your own approach.

iTalki For live native speaking teachers

Pimsleur For audio only approach

YouTubers To Check Out (there are so many! search for others)

Traveling Sista https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0rjbD5liD8b8TsJUlLI2xg

African Tigress https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrjAjfD8kMLumT6foL7zNzQ

Oh MY! There are sooooo many I’m just going to add this search link to get you started! 


Are you planning to or considering moving to a country in Africa? Leave a comment below and let me know where you are moving to or have moved to.  Post your questions about repatriation. And if let us know of any particular repatriate communities or places to connect with others who are also making the move.

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8 thoughts on “What You MUST Do To Be Happy Making The Move To Africa”

  1. Althea Cooper

    Greetings Ama. What advice would you offer someone over 60 years old who is physically disabled yet wish to retire in Africa?

    1. Good to hear from you Althea. Fortunately you can probably retire on much less money than is needed in the US. I recommend that you get clear on what you need to be able to function given your disability. What kind of life do you want to lead? What are your limitations and accessibility needs? For example can you manage uneven ground and dirt roads? Do you need ramps and elevators? What are your dietary needs? Medication needs? Health care needs? Special equipment? Realize that many areas will be difficult to walk in due to uneven and rocky, dirt roads, especially outside of big cities. Buildings may not be accessible. Some areas may have limited medical care options or specialty care. You may have problems getting some medications or other products you use regularly. Shipping from the US or elsewhere can be expensive, slow and a problem. Consider how you will get the care you need and how you can pay for it. Once you know those things you can research which areas can provide what you need. There’s a wide variety of places to live from wild bush to big modern cities. Talk to people in Repat facebook groups and those you may know with experience coming to the continent for their experience and recommendations. Good luck! Stay in touch.

  2. I really appreciate your video. It rings so true especially with my experience in Ghana. I plan to retire on the continent and definitely try to be as flexible as possible when I come there and just go with the flow. The majority of my experiences has been positive even as an oburuni. LOL.

    Peace

    1. Hey Jahzara! The Motherland is a wonderful place to retire. So much to be grateful for here. I can’t imagine living back in the states again.

  3. Hi, and thanks for the information. The book as well to improve eating habits. I am still here in
    the west we have not left and are deciding to soon. Thanks for the information and be well and stay safe Ray

  4. jennie trotter

    Alma, It so glad to see you & a picture of Dr. Opare. Thanks for the tips. Wish i had then for my first visit to the Mother land 40 years ago. Its all good! And we are good here. Congratulations again on your new grand child. All my love & Blessings. Take good care. Jennie

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