Tony and Ayo have been interviewed by reports from local outlets, like the Houston Chronicle, and some major ones too, including NBC! Check out the articles and news reports featuring Tony and Ayo from Expat Life Ghana. You’ll learn more about their Blaxit journey as well as some things you’ll want to consider as you explore living in Ghana.
The Documentary Podcast: The Return with Dr. Ashley Milton
In this documentary Dr. Milton travels from Cape Coast to Tema, meeting a variety of African-Americans who now call Ghana home along the way. From a Marine Corps veteran who grew up in Los Angeles to a single mother from Atlanta, through varying stories of assimilation, hope, identity, and migration, Ashley highlights the personal experiences of those like herself who have moved to Ghana, whilst reflecting on the significant historical connection between both countries for the BBC World Service.
Listen Here on Apple Podcasts. Listen Here on the BBC.
“The Return” A three-part feature series on Black Americans going to Ghana
The three-part feature series titled “The Return” includes the story of the Jones family, a Black American couple, Tony and Ayo, and their children.
They made the courageous decision to leave the United States and start a business in Ghana, embracing their ancestral roots. The series will delve into their experiences, challenges, and the happiness they have found in their new home.
Coming From America (Hot Snakes Media)
Coming from America follows four American families as they move to Africa in search of a better life and to reconnect with their cultural roots.
NPR: I SEE U, Episode 4: They’re GHANA Get Away
In Episode 4 of the podcast “I SEE U” by Houston Public Media, host Eddie Robinson explores the story of the Jones family. Tony Jones, a former Milwaukee police officer, and his wife Ayo decided to leave their home in Houston, Texas, and relocate to Ghana in West Africa. They were motivated by their dissatisfaction with racism, harassment from law enforcement, and discrimination in the United States. The episode discusses the reasons behind their move and investigates why some Black Americans are choosing to seek a greater sense of community and belonging in West Africa. Eddie Robinson interviews the Jones family and also includes national reaction from Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee.
Seeking their roots
Exploring a link to ancestral identity, some Westerners of African descent are moving their families to Ghana and other African countries.
The article highlights the experiences of Tony and Ayo Jones, an American couple who relocated to Ghana after attending the “Year of Return” event commemorating the 400th anniversary of the arrival of African slaves in the United States.
Black Americans, fed up with Racism, Move Abroad
The Houston Chronicle article features the Jones family, written by Joy Sewing.
The article discusses the growing trend of Black Americans choosing to move abroad, known as ‘Blaxit’, due to their dissatisfaction with racism in the United States. It highlights personal stories of individuals and families who have relocated to countries like Ghana and France, seeking a better quality of life and freedom from racial discrimination.
‘Not just politics’: How the 2020 campaign is dividing Houston’s booming suburbs
NBC News story discussing the political climate in America prior to the 2020 presidential election. Discusses the Jones family moving to a new neighborhood in the Houston suburbs, the horrible story of Hurricane Harvey, and how dog whistle politics contributed to their move to Ghana, written by Mike Hixenbaugh.
And picked up by Yahoo News!
African-American Family Embraces Move to West Africa
The article tells the story of The Jones Family, an African American family that moved from the United States to Ghana. They were motivated by a desire to connect with their African heritage, escape racism, and enjoy a different lifestyle. The Joneses have settled well in Ghana, engaging in various activities such as YouTube channel content creation and offering transportation services to visitors.
https://www.theroadboomer.com/articles/current/african-americans
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