We got married at UWI Chapel. Yes. I miss the beach and it sounds weird because were on a coast here, but our beaches are different and there isnt a beach culture here. Is there anything missing from this list? No. Just try not to catch us on a bad day, eh? Xavier: So, any closing thoughts if someone said, You know what, Im moving there, any closing thoughts? Thats blatantly hateful behavior and a completely separate topic from what were discussing here. Utility Bills JPS too tief, mi nuh use so much currant WebMost Jamaicans are of predominant African heritage, especially Western Africa. In some cultures, imitation is flattery. Dont do this whole kind of bwoy (boy) mi (I) just going up and No. . But dont sort of show up here and fire away, brap! Chances are, you assumed they were arguing. But, its all familiar and its all similar. You may not have many. They can deport us until kingdom come, but the UK is an extension of Jamaica. We could lose patience with a friend in two seconds and then be fine again in five. The more bold and straightforward someone is the more they seem to be this way. They may even argue to the death that it wasnt or just let what you say pass by with blissful ignorance as they reassure themselves. You do not put everything out there and you do not speak your mind, just like that. Honestly it's the oolder Ghanaian population who are always judging .. And they usually form opinions just by looking at the "419"guys in Ghana but the younger generation like them and are okay with them.. Why unnuh cyaah be gentle and sweet like sugar and cream? Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this sites author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Just so you know, so they eat Ackee here. The sense of humor is different, but its still very I think whats common to both countries, is that sense of humanity, where people are a bit more forgiving of each other and, yes, warmer and fuzzier. Then figure out what the total cost of the trip would be.? Here are the 9 Reasons Why You Should be Eating More How Jamaican Men Say Thank You to another Jamaican How Jamaicans Greet You When They Have Not Seen You 20 English Words That Sound Better In Jamaican Patois. There were the men and women who remembered their rich past and knew of their dark future away from their homes. So Nigerians and Ghanaians in temperament tend to be very different that way. And Kelewele, which is fried ripe, and Im going to say it, plantain. We ate, you know, we went up, they had these trees that you that-. Xavier: Good. Ruth: They dont eat boiled green bananas here. Utter rubbish! So, in terms of attractions, come and see a market come and be in a market. Ghanaians simply hate to be criticized (either constructively or non-constructively); we do not criticize our own people, leaders and country as much as we will do to that of others. Theres a lot of reverence for the passing of time. If they took the time to understand that we are a less restrained and more expressive culture and how much we love that! Other cultures tend to be more diplomatic whereas Jamaicans feel we should say it like it is to avoid misunderstanding. 3. Jena Marie (@JenaMarie426) March 8, 2020, That's an honest assessment! Ironically cutting lines is one of the things we Jamaicans hate. Look like a police or look like a criminal. Peoples behavior represents centuries of behavior that was interrupted at some point, but it wasnt taken away. Home is home, is home, but somewhere feels more like home. As a little girl in primary school, ourteacher taught us that Barbados was the jewel of the Caribbean. So, Ive lived overseas off and on quite a bit. Ruth: So, I hooked up with a Ghanaian at university in the US, and we got married, in Jamaica. Their dislike for Nigerians did not start todayy. brap!. Yes. Put Nuff Gravy is the anthem of many Jamaicans when they go to restaurants and street food vendors. Xavier: So, my next question is this one, what was the biggest adjustment there? And I just remember closing my eyes and listening to everything and saying, oh my goodness, this sounds like home. You have the chief, you have people who report to the chief, et cetera, and so Ghana tends to be hierarchical across many fronts. But, were they really? The heavy tradition means also that gender roles are more traditional than Jamaican gender roles. The first time I came was in 90, I want to say 91. Sliding in beside a friend, asking someone if they can cut in front or rushing the gate. While we do have some exceptions, most of us are the most genuine people you could ever hope to meet. Cultures can vary so widely and be so nuanced, it is fascinating to me. Even though I dont speak the local languages, the rhythm of the local languages resonates with me and I cant explain it. But as we all know it is not applicable to every Ghanaian. Were still very conservative in Jamaica, for the most part. Again ot all are like this of course, but its a trend. Two such ones are traffigator, an amalgamation of traffic and indicator as is used on a car and with an inserted g for good measure. There has been so many cases of ghanians hatred towards Nigerians, and I mean offline. What are the disadvantages of shielding a thermometer? That whole concept, I think, is a Western concept. oh u just want attention. , Sambusak in My Pak (@MoriRebel) March 8, 2020. A friend I have from the middle east explained how giving a thumbs up is actually the same as giving the middle finger in the U.S. Period. They claim Jamaica also, obviously. So, you know, I dont know what my experience would have been like as an outright expat, I dont know. Ruth: Okay. Maybe a little bit more, I dont know, but it wasnt too far. Can't stand foolishness and will call it out. People tend to be industrious, imaginative, and contrary to another unwelcome stereotype hard You have to be mean to make them know you not too too nice so they won't tek liberty. TRUTH IS, Bajans and Trinis are not going to let up, so its up to you Jamaica to make your formal statement. TRUTH ISJAMAICA, heroes are never hailed by people who dont know how to get off their knees. I read the comments made by anonymous about the bullying and rudeness and I cant help but wonder if that person didnt fully grasp cultural differences. WebGhanaJamaica relations refers to the bilateral relations between Ghana and Jamaica. It's not that we are mean, we just find humor in almost everything. THE TRUTH IS this is why you are disliked, hated even, by other islanders, your other side of the family. I think there is this feeling of inferiority and enviousness. In another paper (Mller and Its usually a symptom of a fragile ego which is understandable because the culture is also very egotistical and ego is seen as mainly positive to them. It was the African Americans. Ruth: No, its has a different Its almost is a I think an easier comparison because you caan even tek (cant even take) popular music, because thats a whole different level right there. You pick at it, you put it in your mouth and you dont chew it. I understand it, but its there. When you treat people nice them tek disadvantage of you. We Jamaicans are, for the most part, open and accepting people. I appreciate knowing how to not offend and not be offended. We'll save so much time . So, I caan (cant) just come out and start a big, big argument with somebody whos much older than me, because it doesnt wash so well. But theyre Ghanaian kids with international attachments. They will defend. But they also cant handled being cheated on for example. Xavier: Theres so much to unpack in that. Obviously their quest for freedom continuedand even the government fought to contain them! What you described, for instance, sounds more correct of African-American hood culture to me than Jamaicans at large. At the heart of all this is that some cultures and the specific people within them perceive Jamaican cultural cues as too aggressive because of the lenses they look through. WebJamaicans are all hustlers. So, its not an attraction per se, but if somebody came to Ghana and didnt go to a market, not the craft market, not a tourist market, the market, which is like the mall for locals, then youd be missing the whole, youd be missing the whole beat. , They're gonna get you for this. We are blunt and joke a lot. We grow up learning how to dish it and how to take it. Xavier: It was about an hour away or, yes, about that. Thats very, very interesting. WebBy interviewing about 2,000 people across 40 communities in Jamaica, we looked at the predictors of anti-gay bias and measured them. I have two Jamaicans in my house and I love them to death. Its like, you know, theres this Jamaican guy here, Audley Morris. I Here, youd find that people would rather say, Oh, thats nice. This is an offense that can get your food establishment blacklisted as word spread that you are stingy with the gravy. Because of this, many foreigners see us as aggressive, especially when they work with us. I cant begin to describe how their demeanor changes toward me when they find out Im not American, but Jamaican. Ruth: I mean, its generally younger people who do it. To submit your own articles or to advertise with us please send us an EMAIL at: [emailprotected], Proud to be a jamaican I didnt know this story but for sure I dont bow and they hate me for that never know my ancestors was like me good to know. Apparently, some Africans perceive Jamaicans as rude and think But there's plenty of "traditionally" nice Jamaicans though lol, Ni-Ko-lis We-li-yams, MBA (@InTheNickATime) March 8, 2020. I think theres so much to see that you just have to silence yourself and silence the critique, save the questions, and do ask them. Here is your epic story rhyme and poems and story plot lines and all. Right? You will hear Jamaicans who arent married to Ghanaians or who arent, who havent been there for a long time missing that a lot. Jamaicans are from the most aggressive tribes in west Africa, ( youruba, ashanti, fanti, etc. ) (We take bad things make joke). treat them with disdain. These are all symptoms of living more from ego seen in any culture. And it, I mean-. Whatsapp. Instead of trying to answer this one myself, Ive enlisted the help of fellow Jamaicans to tell you why we are so mean after all or that youre totally mistaken. Have you ever seen two Germans having an exciting conversation before? WebThere are a few reasons why Nigerians and Jamaicans may not get along. We may not coddle or preen but we still care about you. I can fix it. When yuh (you) coming? What did they do? Im not sure if that says more about their own personality types than our culture, but we sure welcomed them when they came running to our defence! Yes, they both feel like home. Thank you for your support. I asked him why, and he said it was because other Jamaican-Americans he knew influenced him We're just blunt and straightforward AF and we don't take no shit from nobody. This was the mandate, I supposed in my little head (or was that taught to me also), of every Caribbean island. I leave the Americans to ponder that one. Xavier: What is it like being a Jamaican in Ghana? It's not mean it's just that we have no time to pamper and sugar coat to save people's feelings. Hello Kim! Its beautiful to watch in motion, but social media has messed with it. That makes zero sense to me and Im not waving back., Overseas people tend to be more euphemistic when expressing their frustration. Not sensuous, sensual? So, if it means that you have to hide the truth to maintain peace or to not ruffle feelings, then people will hide the truth and they dont consider it lying. But let me say this on the flip side, and you said something that was very interesting. Somalis, Ethiopians, Eritreans Are Superior, There's Something About Us Nigerians. Ruth: And you very much see that here. Ghanaians believe in peace, at all costs. Meanwhile, when I lived in Georgia, there were African Americans protesting at universities that affirmative action shouldnt be open to other non-White races/ethnicities and that Black people from other countries shouldnt have access either. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. No humans like to be critisized or wrong but the force seems stronger in the jamaican culture. Ghanaians-. Maybe thats the Jamaicans you attracted and the circles you moved in. Its not that obvious, but if you keep quiet, you can hear what Ghana is and hear what it represents. Saving water and electricity is an art practiced by many Jamaicans daily. Its important to note, however, that Jamaicans are predominantly bilingual and also speak Jamaican Patois (also known as Jamaican Patwa or Creole), which is a combination of English and some African languages. WebJamaicans hate utility bills especially for water and light (electricity). Brief excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Alexis Chateau with appropriate and specific direction to the original content. So my tendency if someone was yelling at me would be to yell back why are you such an a88hole today?!! Total BS headline. Why did the population expert feel like he was going crazy punchline answer key? So, I always get people wanting to make that connection. this is not true at all. I can tell you this, you know, I kept saying, oh, Jamaican just saying that because its been ingrained in us to say, we come from there. Ghana is rather homogenous. So yes. Whats the thing you like the least? Jamaicans, we just put everything out there and we just speak our mind. You show them their yes sir, no sir shame. Thats why a say, I have to come back. But I wasnt a historian. Whats the, if Im coming to Ghana, I cant say whats your favorite, but whats the thing that we must try. bayonetta (@LaffehTaffeh) March 8, 2020, then how we relate to people (Jamaicans and even non-Jamaican who may be friends or not) comes across as mean depending on the social context and differences. So, thats a very hard thing for foreigners to get used to it. Ruth: Who has the best Jollof rice? So, you dont see people walking around, grown women walking around with their thigh [sound break] is showing or was and I miss having a whole beach culture saying, lets, come wi (we) go beach nuh (no)?. Is Pan Chicken Different from Jerk Chicken? We are not a racist society, but a classist one. So, you can decide, which is the right pronunciation, but its more people calling it, plantain and plantain. Ruth: Yu (you) cannot be a hypocrite, right? !..I dont know of a Bajan who doesnt respect a Jamaican and those who are intimidated by Jamaicans for one reason or the other, even if the dont want to visit Jamaica or have Jamaican friends, they still respect the Jamaican. Jamaican culture has something called gimmicks where literally all we do is make fun of each other. Nairaland Forum / Nairaland / General / Culture / Ghanians Why Do U Pretend To Hate Nigerians, And Ethiopians Love Us? It sits in a soup, in a very spicy soup. I guess I can see how people with less sense could simplify it to that. Ruth: Ill give you a classic example. And you are exactly right, I learned in history the exact thing, even to this day the American government still have a policy to not let in too much jamaicans in the U.S. Maybe you should, but half the time were just playing around. Flee from projections. They can be very mean. 2. We absolutely hate when you meet us for the first time, and five seconds into learning were Jamaican, youre trying to sound like us and talking about Jamaican mon and Bob Marley. On a good day and if youre a tourist, we might let this slide. Also, what many outsiders view as us fussing is us having a good time. Ruth: In Jamaica the biggest sin is what? . I honestly think its the other way around and not just for Jamaicans. They deserve love just like anyone else but you have to take care of yourself too. They heard it so often and wanted their freedom so badly that they started to believe something must be wrong with them. I mean, the Dominican (Republic) is embarrassed of their hate of Haitian people. We own it. Missing you. As time went on, I learned of the MAROON settlement and of the slaves who fled to the mountains in Jamaica. But Ghana feels like home in a different way. If youre LGBTQ then there is documented truth to Jamaican being hostile. And again, we kind of touched on it. No, Im not saying were going to kill you if you say the wrong thing. So it boils down to racism or the belief However, your observation of how that pride plays out is shallow and inaccurate. You have to greet them in a counterclockwise direction. But even through the yelling, chances are well reach an understanding. Rain is like kryptonite to Jamaicans. Do Somalis,ethiopians And Eritreans Consider Themselves As Whites? Copyright Simbis Inc.All rights reserved.Privacy Policy & Terms of use. The same issues go for African American where they were made to feel discouraged about people of the islands and also Africa-that they differ. But, this aggressiveness, is seen as playfulness in our culture. On a good day, well humour you. I have immigrant friends from all around the world and that is precisely how we view America and its people. Xavier: Well, thank you and blessings to you and your family and to all the Jamaicans there in Ghana. Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. but all the island peoples are family. Also we're not very good at hiding our true feelings so it's not surprising that some would interpret this as being mean. Gotta Love Us / Do Somalis,ethiopians And Eritreans Consider Themselves As Whites? I have ALWAYS known that the East Indies had a problem with the Jamaican ( Cuban and Haitian). Copyright Simbis Inc.All rights reserved. We came and the same ship. But twice we lived in South Africa twice. Between 1845 and 1917, more than 36,000 Indians came from British India to British Jamaica because of the deteriorating socio-economic conditions in India at the time. If you look awful in that dress, we will tell you so and hurt your feelings. But in traditional Ghana, our children wouldnt even inherit from him. And then later still swear they take critisim fine its you with the problem. Some will go as far as find a reason why the murder of Haitians is justifiable. WebThen in November 1969, the Ghanaian government passed an order called the Aliens Compliance Order, which authorized all undocumented immigrants( or aliens as they Thank you very much. Look, when I met my husband, my husband knew more reggae lyrics in 87, than I had ever known in my entire life. Mller and Schwarz (2021) find that the posting. I think thats what they have in common and thats whats very similar to Jamaica. Oh yeah Im French-Canadian. Much of the hype of hatred of any form is Is there something Jamaicans Hate missing from this list? The short answer is NO, it's not hard at all. So, you lived in South Africa for a time also? We are an unbothered people for the most part. You can never go clockwise when youre saying hello to people. So, in as much as the traditional protocol are beautiful to watch, if youre not from it, its a little hard to take. Xavier: So, are you saying theyre a little like us. Spending everything on the BMW. Come this scammer, stop stalking me, am here to expose you, can u imagine a ghanian telling a friend of mine from sweeden how dangerous anyone from nigeria could be? And just seeing people stand up with their hands a kimbo, it just felt familiar. Pretty sure Id have a great time in Jamaica. Ruth: You just to absorb it. get along very well. (She was probably just pissed that shes in Canada in winter!). I can respect that. You show them their weaknesses. Join our newsletter to get the latest articles, news, & videos. What do you miss the most about Jamaica? Put more simply, we are not a culture that beats around the bush and we dislike people who do. And they hear music the same way, but maybe on an exaggerated level, because the dancing we do in Jamaica is at one level, and the dancing that they do here in Ghana is at a different level completely. There is also an attitude of being a bad man or bad gyal. The German accent is very aggressive. We Jamaicans are, for the most part, open and accepting people. It was very enlightening. Here we are laughing and some random person comes over to ask why were arguing. We like to yell at each other, but were just joking around. You know, Jamaican would say, A lie yu a tell man, a lie. (you are telling a lie), No. So me and my Jamaican crew, oh lord we get into trouble all the time. A prime example of this is America. I cannot come). I would believe that if you believe. Jamaican English tends to follow British Now, those of us from Jamaica, were like, But the person died. And that goes for everyone, women included. I think its silly to think Jamaicans are assholes and then wander into the lions den thinking she stands a chance. They would only inherit from me, but thats changed, but thats to show you the traditional system that I keep bucking up against. You claim to be descendants of the Maroon, yet you attack your brother and devise a mischief. You show them their weaknesses. But wouldnt you rather know now than later? We really do. So anyway, so right planting or planting cut up with ginger and everything. Now, Jamaica tek (take) dancing to another level, youre saying that, not even close? They just dont understand why the truth seems a bit delayed or seems a bit colored. / Largest Collection Of Vintage Igbo Images [Blog], Links: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10). We dont beat around the bush and dont like To waste time. A few people eat Ackee, not many people know it, but it grows all over the place. So, people would be scared that somebody like me would come and have children here and then would leave with the children. Re: Ghanians Why Do U Pretend To Hate Nigerians, And Ethiopians Love Us? If one more Georgian hits me with the "Southern hospitality" a rass maw go rass somebody. jamaycanprincess (@jamaycanprinces) March 8, 2020. I know that when I first came here, I should have written a lot more because I knew some of it would become very same old, same old. Thank you for the opportunity. Thinking about it the only reason that would be accurate is where we are tired of our culture being exploited otherwise we're laughing or stating facts. Okay. Mi seh, No, bwoy mi book already yuh know. This conservation effort always seems to get deflated when the water and light bill comes each month. Its not your place to say who died. I wasnt dreaming about it. Xavier: You know, I saw you when I got there. So one of the beautiful things about Ghana is that, they revere their elders. It shows up in the daily protocol, how you say hello to people. Then as time passed and you start to see clearer, meet people and question things, you soon realize that the insurgent slaves were the brave ones. From what I have observed it is a egoistic culture. Ruth: Yes. Xavier: All right. Ruth: I tell this to, African-Americans as well, because we come with the same quest for Ghana. I think the experience in Ghana is much more Which one is it? Anyway. WebRespect, Jamaica! So people will be very unbothered straightforward and confident but it is attached to those outer things so they will put you down for your dumb question like I said but will not want to hear about their own. . WebHowever, we do know that hate speech on social media in modern. If youve never seen jokes about this in pop culture before, Ill start you off with this video. People will hide the truth so as not to upset you. I just want to know which primary school in Barbados you attended because I went through primary AND secondary school in Barbados and never have I been taught that the slaves who didnt listen were shipped to Jamaica. They didnt need the new religion and they certainly didnt need to bake in the sun! So, much as the tradition and the protocol is beautiful to watch, if youre not from it, it can rub you the wrong way a few times. The belief is that all Ghanaians are predisposed to it. We generally dont beat around the bush. Which is a rice in a tomato base and it has meat and whatever, but its just very flavorful. Final question. But once you get it, youre there. Its one of those-, Xavier: I dont mean to interrupt yuh (you) but its funny because we went to the slave castle and that was good. Xavier: Theres nothing else. So when you go abroad and even when, you know, I travel abroad you get this, whats your funniest moment when someone discovered, you know, a Ghanaian discovered that you were Jamaican. I think every, black person, every person of color, every person, even white, it dont matter. I think a lot of people hear things said in Patois, or even just our accent when we speak English, and interpret the things we say a lot more aggressively than we might intend, but we're not mean at all. Ruth: Its embedded somehow in the tradition of, you know, centuries. And I think that thats why we have this whole salt fish story going on. I dislike Southern Hospitality. Xavier: Well, it sounds like it was almost seamless, as I said. They praise our customer service and wish they could learn to live at our more laidback pace. This all feeds into the done up looking good sexy thing. Ruth: Yes. Yes. The sad part about this history is that Jamaicans came to believe the propaganda. Kind of like the consistency of chewing gum, but its hard to imagine a lot of chewing gum. Lord have mercy. Back to Vegas: Im Driving Across the Country in the Middle of a Pandemic. I strongly believe there are 3 sides to every story. See, I too came here trying to understand why some woman with a Jamaican accent on the phone made me want to beat her senseless! I thought the joke was on the person, not me rather, was, I would bump into guys who mightve studied overseas and they mightve had a Jamaican girlfriend overseas, and then when theyd hear that I was Jamaican, youd see them, their eyes kind of get watery. The Chieftaincy System keeps it very much alive. I wouldn't say we are mean, per say We're just short-tempered and aggressive. They believe that if youre maintaining peace, its okay to delay the truth or to color the truth. Yogen No Ko (@styrofoambax) March 8, 2020. If I hadnt met him, I dont know when I would have come, but I came because of him and I found all of this, which surprised me. This is the number one reason Jamaicans gave for why so many people think were downright mean. EpicJamaica (@epicjamaica) March 8, 2020, Alexis Chateau (@alexischateau_) March 8, 2020, This is one of the big reasons I'm leaving the Southeast. There, its very hierarchical. I could definitely see what Marty was saying. Going to work or school on a rainy day Mi wi cum, wen de rain ease up Its by far a more solid argument than ask anyone in the world. Because Ackee came from Ghana, but Ghanaians typically dont eat ackee. Your experiences are yours and your observations are your own. Im looking forward to, as you said, to wheel and come again.. The people who do eat it, eat it like a fruit. But theres still a bit of it left in me and I still see it through new eyes day. Usually a toughness like this and materialism is surface meaning a deeper weakness.of some sort. Ghana is not going to be delivered to you on a plate like that. To be clear, I was not looking for it. . Ruth: Apart from patties? Ruth: I dont have many but there are two common ones. Xavier: Wow. It almost sounds like it wasnt as bad and you talked about the, gender roles, and so on. But even if you go into a church, just dancing and celebration of life, you know, kind of let everything that has breath, praise the Lord. And I never came looking for it. There are no hurt feelings, but if you dont know our culture you would assume otherwise. If you don't like me, say so and move along. We may be loud and in some cases brutish but we're polite and respectful. So you get lost in a maze of market and thats where, thats the heartbeat of Ghana. Xavier: -its just totally. Xavier: What? 1. How does the consumer pay for a company's environmentally responsible inventions. Were, again, you know, I think in some places the Nigerians, they seem like the type that will tell you like it is. Its a hard exterior with a soft interior and lack of emotional control. Before you pop off and take egoistic for completely bad or your own definition we are all egoistic its part of our survival nature. 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