But I hesitate when people ask me this because Ghana is not an attractions, a Memorial, a museum type place. When broken down into the sampling group, 61 per I just wanted the chance to get back at her. Chances are, you assumed they were arguing. What I always tell people, we are NOT mean. I think its beautiful to watch that. You know, and that traditions have been carried out since then. Therefore when those blunt comments or people do get some kind of blunt thing or criticism back, my god they do not take it well. Men being very bossy to women, using them, cheating. It was too short of a time. In some cultures, imitation is flattery. Dressing to the nines. They were the men and women who could not be broken. Parents dont send their children to school. Ghana and Jamaica have a Joint Permanent Commission, [1] and there are plans for Ghanaian investment in Jamaica. Most people who visit Jamaica describe us as friendly and helpful. This is rapidly changing, but not fast enough. The people who do eat it, eat it like a fruit. My anecdote, as you condescendingly put it (theres that jamaican charm again), comes from working with only Jamaicans for the last 2 and a half years. At this point, their eyes are bulging out of their heads. daphne's daughter (@DeniseWhorms) March 7, 2020, I dont think jamaicans are necessarily mean. Making purchases via these links result in a small reward for us at no extra cost to you. Ruth: And you very much see that here. I could definitely see what Marty was saying. If you catch us on a bad day, well I already warned you about our bad days. Germany, consistent with the logic of echo chambers. Can't stand foolishness and will call it out. 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. I love Nigerians, I dont just know, seriously Ghanians should stop the hatings, when they come over the internet, they pretend to hate us, but when they see an advert of work from a nigerian home abroad, they will be the first to rush to call over the phone that they need the job. Its not that obvious, but if you keep quiet, you can hear what Ghana is and hear what it represents. So, thats a very hard thing for foreigners to get used to it. But theres still a bit of it left in me and I still see it through new eyes day. And with me today is Ruth Qwaqwa from Ghana, a Jamaican who is living there. Is a stew that they call Contumre or Palaver Sauce, which is actually dasheen leaves, cooked down with a smokey fish, cooked with Palm oil and wi (we) eat it with green, boiled green plantain, like how Jamaicans eat boil green bananas? Ruth: Yes. WebSixty per cent of Jamaicans say they reject the lifestyle compared to the 46 per cent in 2012. I just sat there and just took in my surroundings, just like you said. Its beautiful to watch in motion, but social media has messed with it. They say American hate waiting on the phone for Customer Service. And it was emotional. Spending everything on the BMW. I stood and see more than one person get bloodied for some simple thing. This all feeds into the done up looking good sexy thing. Xavier: Well, thats very interesting because youre seeing some of the similarities. The more bold and straightforward someone is the more they seem to be this way. Im dying to get back. FyffeStar (@FyffeJireh) March 7, 2020. Who cares? Straight forward. And because Im coming from Ghana Im waiting for that to be thoroughly jazzed up, rocking left, right and center. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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. My mother always says when we keep having negative experiences in life, we should consider that were the common denominator and then examine why that is. So Nigerians and Ghanaians in temperament tend to be very different that way. Its a snack that you eat on the road, but first-timers love it. So, much like we talk about Patois being or soul or heart language. And I never came looking for it. They say the British hate hearing butchered American English. Why do you people loose sleep over a perceived hatred from Ghanians? Ghanaians I know do not speak negatively about Nigerians in fact they are peaceful and they are more focused on providing and protecting their families than worrying about what Nigerians are doing. WebYes, they both feel like home. Number one place that you must visit? In 2011, the figure was 40 per cent. However, your observation of how that pride plays out is shallow and inaccurate. Xavier: All right. Xavier: So my next question to you is, so what do you like? Ghanaians are realizing that times are changing, but people are still trying to figure out how to navigate, how to maintain the culture, even with social media, which is dismantling Ageism, for example, or tradition. Yuh (you) coming tomorrow? Yes a coming tomorrow. Tomorrow pass, the next day pass, the next day pass. Before you criticize Bajans and say oh they hate Jamaicans you might need to get your historical facts correct. . What do you like most about Ghana? You know, I think at some point we will were going to dig deep enough to find it. Privacy Policy & Terms of use. What did they do? But they also cant handled being cheated on for example. Despite all the challenges Jamaicans hate utility bills especially for water and light (electricity). I can see why the Jamaicans youve met have not liked you. She came to vent and be offensive, so who can say what her actual thoughts are? Xavier: So, my next question is this one, what was the biggest adjustment there? Ruth: So theres the obvious, which is the castle, which is where the last, you know, one of the castles, which was the last point for enslaved people. Remember to share this article on Facebook and other Social Media Platforms. We were taught that any mad/crazy slave or any slave who could not take instructions, were shipped off to Jamaica. I think every, black person, every person of color, every person, even white, it dont matter. EpicJamaica (@epicjamaica) March 8, 2020, Alexis Chateau (@alexischateau_) March 8, 2020, This is one of the big reasons I'm leaving the Southeast. Jamaican English tends to follow British Nobody does, dont do that. Look like a police or look like a criminal. If you think a Jamaican is being mean thats probably because we thought the same of you and decided to show you whatmean really is. (which part of Jamaica are you from), Ruth: A come from Kingston, near Barbican, close enough to Andrews and close enough to you guys down at JC. We want to hear from you! So if youre standing in a supermarket line, you can crack a joke and make reference to the child of the person in front of you. Nothing compares with the Chieftaincy System, but its still very important here. Home is home, is home, but somewhere feels more like home. We're just blunt and straightforward AF and we don't take no shit from nobody. There were the men and women who remembered their rich past and knew of their dark future away from their homes. Ruth: Ill give you a classic example. U hate jamicans.ok. Why u hate them,talk make we hear you?. People do not posture for looks and ego. Theres a tradition of what happens when I bring her back home, whose will the children be? There is also a what many call today toxic maculinity part of the culture. 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. And I think that thats why we have this whole salt fish story going on. Flee from projections. 93Disclaimer: Every Nairaland member is solely responsible for anything that he/she posts or uploads on Nairaland. 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. Thank you for the opportunity. Your religion, your language all of that can go. So, I mean, I remember at Christmas, I remember going to Jamaica at Christmas, and you know, you hear yu (your) favorite Jamaican Christmas songs, Virgin Mary have a baby boy. Missing you. Kirk Campbell, i dont know if youre a jamaican but Im one, and we are a very aggressive people, yes, aggressive. jamaycanprincess (@jamaycanprinces) March 8, 2020. And I think youve covered it all. Ruth: There you go. Mi seh, No, bwoy mi book already yuh know. As time went on, I learned of the MAROON settlement and of the slaves who fled to the mountains in Jamaica. Tell us by leaving a comment below. And just seeing people stand up with their hands a kimbo, it just felt familiar. But there's plenty of "traditionally" nice Jamaicans though lol, Ni-Ko-lis We-li-yams, MBA (@InTheNickATime) March 8, 2020. But to others, it isn't. Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. What Ive noticed more is that yes they are blunt and straightforward for the most part and aggressive which is fine but it tends to be biased straightforwardness. Xavier: So heres the next question. TRUTH IS, Bajans and Trinis are not going to let up, so its up to you Jamaica to make your formal statement. I think there is this feeling of inferiority and enviousness. No humans like to be critisized or wrong but the force seems stronger in the jamaican culture. I don't think we're mean, but we're very direct for sure. Theyre very proud of their shape, but its covered. Jamaicans are notorious for finding ways to get to the front of long lines. The only reason I came was because I fell in love with a Ghanaian. See How To Advertise. I didnt go there nearly as much but-. Ruth: Kakum Park. Xavier: I dont remember the name of it, but, you know, I know there were a lot of kids around, it seemed like, you know, its a day trip for kids and I dont remember the name of the park. Kind of like the consistency of chewing gum, but its hard to imagine a lot of chewing gum. Remember, the Irish suffer the same fate despite being quite northern themselves. The softer spoken ones seem less of this. I for one have loads of Nigerian friends.. Kirk Campbell, I didnt say s law , dummy. It is not just Jamaican women who fear croaking lizards but Jamaican men will find excuses to leave a room with one. You are an affront to other islands Jamaica! MOST racist people do not know that they are racists but simply just think and find a reason to dislike. The majority of Jamaicans arent. Why Do Jamaicans And Ibibio Men Hate Tall Girls / Why Are Ghanaians So Mean? I think thats what they have in common and thats whats very similar to Jamaica. It almost sounds like it wasnt as bad and you talked about the, gender roles, and so on. Its almost like walking through a historic city. Ghanaians-. And you do have to watch yourself quite a bit. Xavier: Oh yes. Shame on you. So it boils down to racism or the belief Xavier: Wow! Whats the attraction or place that if I come to Ghana, I should visit? Jamaicans are moreto the point. You know, when you hear about a country, thats steeped in tradition, until you live that tradition, you dont really know what thats steeped in tradition means. Ruth: Yes. Before you pop off and take egoistic for completely bad or your own definition we are all egoistic its part of our survival nature. We are blunt and joke a lot. So, that is typically, and I speak with lots of Jamaicans about that. . If Ghana develops, its for all Ghanaians and if the country goes down on its knees because of corruption and inefficiency it will affect everyone too. Your ancestors must be bowing their heads in shame. You show them their weaknesses. So, even in terms of inheritance. But it is this way. All rights reserved. WebJamaicans are all hustlers. When you add a few decibels and fast hand movements, youre left wondering if you should run for your life. I currently live in Mexico and the Mexicans I know have also made a keen observation and distinction between African Americans and the West Indians they know, myself included. . I understand it, but its there. 5.Small gravy portions Nuh gi mi nuh dry so so food, put more gravy pon it To submit your own articles or to advertise with us please send us an EMAIL at: Agreement Signed By Government To Implement Electronic Health Records System. But people eat it raw. / Largest Collection Of Vintage Igbo Images [Blog], Links: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10). Nairaland - Copyright 2005 - 2023 Oluwaseun Osewa. Learn how your comment data is processed. Going to work or school on a rainy day Mi wi cum, wen de rain ease up It shows up in the daily protocol, how you say hello to people. This is inevitable as attaching your worth and identity to external things creates a very unstable self worth which is affected by the external. So for example, if a relative dies, your own relatives could take a week to tell you that somebody important, somebody close to you has died because they dont want the shock of it to hit you. I mean, it was just amazing. , Im not sure what that ladys problem was. Saving water and electricity is an art practiced by many Jamaicans daily. Yes, they both feel like home. 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. WebGhanaJamaica relations refers to the bilateral relations between Ghana and Jamaica. Not sensuous, sensual? I cant begin to describe how their demeanor changes toward me when they find out Im not American, but Jamaican. 4. Ruth: Okay. [2] [3] [4] [5] History [ edit] Theyll tell you you cant take critisim and a second later youll give constructive critisim and theyll get defensive then turn it around on you and attack. Stupse. THE TRUTH IS this is why you are disliked, hated even, by other islanders, your other side of the family. They praise our customer service and wish they could learn to live at our more laidback pace. Here are our picks for the top 5 things Jamaicans hate. Anybody thinking of moving here, please visit first. I leave the Americans to ponder that one. 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