The first time I set foot in Ghana, I knew my life would never be the same. What I thought would simply be a trip turned into a transformation—a reshaping of how I saw myself, my history, and my place in the world. And I’ve seen the same thing happen to so many diaspora travelers I’ve guided back to the Motherland.

For Black Americans, traveling to Africa isn’t just about crossing borders—it’s about crossing thresholds. Here’s how this journey can change your life in ways you might not expect.

When it comes to choosing your first Africa journey, the options can feel overwhelming. The continent is vast, diverse, and filled with destinations that each offer something unique. Two of the most popular starting points for diaspora travelers are Ghana and Nairobi, Kenya.

Both promise connection, culture, and unforgettable experiences—but they offer very different kinds of journeys. If you’ve been wondering where to begin, let’s compare the two.

For many of us in the African diaspora, there comes a moment when Africa stops being just a place on the map and starts feeling like a personal call. It might be quiet, like a whisper tugging at your heart, or bold, like a drumbeat you can’t ignore. If you’ve been feeling that pull but haven’t taken the leap yet, here are seven signs the Motherland is calling you—and why answering that call might be the most life-changing decision you ever make.

Have you been feeling it lately?

That quiet nudge… that whisper in your spirit that says, “It’s time to go home.”

You’re not alone. So many of us in the African diaspora are waking up to a deeper desire — to reconnect, to rediscover, to finally experience Africa for ourselves. And let me tell you right now: there’s no better time than now.

This isn’t just a trend. It’s a movement. And it’s personal.

For many of us in the African diaspora, there comes a moment when Africa stops being just a place on the map and starts feeling like a personal call. It might be quiet, like a whisper tugging at your heart, or bold, like a drumbeat you can’t ignore. If you’ve been feeling that pull but haven’t taken the leap yet, here are seven signs the Motherland is calling you—and why answering that call might be the most life-changing decision you ever make.

Stepping off the plane in Ghana for the first time is an experience you’ll never forget. The warm air wraps around you, the word Akwaaba—meaning “welcome”—greets you at every turn, and suddenly you realize: this isn’t just another trip, it’s a homecoming.

If you’re planning your first journey to Ghana, here’s what you can expect—so you arrive not only prepared, but ready to embrace every momen

When I talk to people about traveling to Africa, I hear the same concerns over and over again. “Is it safe?” “Isn’t it too expensive?” “What will I even eat?” These questions are real, but they often come from a lifetime of hearing one-sided stories about the continent.

The truth? Africa is not the monolith it’s often portrayed to be. It’s vast, diverse, modern, traditional, and everything in between. If misconceptions have been holding you back, let’s clear the air with five of the most common myths about traveling to Africa—and the truths that just might surprise you.