google.com, pub-3998556743903564, DIRECT, f08c47fec0942fa0 Why African Immigrants in the United States Are More Successful Than African Americans

Why African Immigrants in the United States Are More Successful Than African Americans

 By Kenneth Oramalu

1. Selection Bias and Strategic Immigration Goals: Many African immigrants come to the U.S. through programs that pick skilled workers, students, and professionals. These people already have education, skills, or motivation, giving them a head start. They often arrive with clear goals, like getting a degree, advancing their careers, or supporting their families back home.

2. Determined to Succeed: Immigrating often requires sacrifices, like leaving family and familiar surroundings. This journey builds resilience and a strong work ethic. Many African immigrants see opportunities in the U.S. as rare and valuable, motivating them to work hard and adapt. They are also willing to start with basic jobs to build a stable future.

3. Focus on Education and Faith: Education is a top priority in many African cultures, seen as the key to success. Families encourage careers in areas like medicine, law, and engineering. Faith is also important, with religious communities providing emotional and social support to help people stay strong during tough times.

4. Helping Each Other: African immigrant communities often work together, offering financial help, advice, and encouragement. These networks create a sense of belonging and support, helping individuals overcome challenges.

5. Education First: African immigrants often arrive with college degrees or come to the U.S. to study further. Many succeed in education, earning advanced degrees that lead to good jobs and higher incomes.

6.  Starting Businesses: Many African immigrants are resourceful and start small businesses, like restaurants, shops, and services. These businesses support their families, create jobs, and inspire others in their communities to do the same.

7. No Historical Burdens: Unlike African Americans, African immigrants don’t carry the generational trauma of slavery or racial segregation in the U.S. While they still face racism, they often focus on opportunities rather than past struggles.

8. Structural Barriers for African Americans: African Americans have faced unfair systems, like housing discrimination, mass incarceration, and poor schooling, for generations. These barriers make it harder for them to get ahead, even today.

9.    Grateful for Opportunities: Many African immigrants see life in the U.S. as much easier than in their home countries. This perspective makes them determined to work hard and succeed. Many also send money back home to support their families, which motivates them to keep pushing forward.

10. Diverse Black Experiences: Black people in the U.S. come from different backgrounds, like African Americans, Afro-Caribbeans, and African immigrants. Each group has unique challenges and opportunities, leading to different paths to success.

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