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8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Nobody: 8:21am On Jul 02, 2014 |
Germany When traveling to Germany it is important to know that the country’s constitution prohibits racial discrimination in general, but there is basically no case law that specifically deals with it, according to Hendrik Cremer, who has worked with the German Institute for Human Rights since 2007. “Those who want to take action against racist remarks are only able to refer to Section 130 of the Penal Code, which refers to sedition.” The legal hurdles, therefore, are high. However, racial insults may not be what Black travelers (Africans, Americans, Caribbean people, etc.) visiting Germany should be most concerned with. Former government spokesman Uwe-Karsten Heye said in a 2006 radio interview that dark- skinned visitors to Germany should consider avoiding the eastern part of the country where racism runs high. “There are small and medium-sized towns in Brandenburg, as well as elsewhere, which I would advise a visitor of another skin color to avoid going to,” said Heye. They “might not make it out alive” if they dared set foot in certain towns, he warned. Africans and other dark-skinned people in Berlin, Wisner and other cities know certain areas in the eastern part of Berlin, such as Marzahn and Hellersdorf, are “no- go” areas where they are certain to be attacked or killed. It is also reported that German police routinely ignore these racist attacks and Germans, in general, are in denial about the depth of racism in their society. |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Nobody: 8:21am On Jul 02, 2014 |
Russia Black visitors will also have to be extra careful when they venture outside of Moscow into the rest of Russia. In a chilling warning, the Russia expert of New Republic, Julie Ioffe, said, “There’s quite a bit of violence against people considered to be Black” in Russia, raising new fears about the safety of Olympic athletes, visitors and media attending the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. Ioffe warned that nowhere in Russia is safe for a person of color to visit, outside of Moscow’s city center. During an “Ask Me Anything” discussion on the social media site Reddit, Ioffe was asked by a Black college student whether it is safe for an African-American to study in Russia. Here’s her answer: “Hmmmm, that’s a tough one. I think that, for the most part, you’d be okay — if you consider people glaring at you and cracking racist jokes okay. (Russians are, er, not the most tolerant bunch.) There’s quite a bit of violence against people considered to be black, which includes, in the Russian mind, people from Central Asia and the Caucasus. My advice is go, but stick to the city center and try to go to a bigger city like Moscow. (St. Pete is crawling with skinheads.) Be extra, extra careful and make sure the American Embassy knows you’re there. They have a special unit to deal with threats to American citizens, so you should report anything that happens immediately.” |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Nobody: 8:22am On Jul 02, 2014 |
Greece Human rights groups report that the number of racially motivated attacks have increased in Greece, as did the severity of the violence involved. Kostis Papaioannou, head of the National Commission for Human Rights, says the 2012 figures “shows some very interesting and very worrying tendencies regarding racist violence in Greece. We have both an increase in the numbers of attacks but also – which is really worrying too – we have an escalation of the tension of this violence.” The incidents have spiraled as Greece’s economy has worsened over the past few years. The vast majority of attacks occurred in Athens, mainly in inner-city neighborhoods. Immigrants are often set upon by groups of men wielding metal bars, chains, brass knuckles, broken bottles, knives and wooden clubs. The victims suffer from broken bones, damage to sight and hearing and extensive bruising, reports the Racist Violence Recording Network, composed of 30 aid and human rights groups. Meanwhile, the U.S. Embassy in Greece has warned Americans traveling to Greece to be wary of “a rise in unprovoked harassment and violent attacks against persons who, because of their complexion, are perceived as foreign migrants.” “U.S. citizens most at risk are those of African, Asian, Hispanic or Middle Eastern descent in Athens and other major cities,” cautions the embassy in a statement first posted on its website last November. |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Nobody: 8:23am On Jul 02, 2014 |
Spain Spain has a long-standing reputation for virulent racism, and many tourists of African descent complain of their poor reception by Spanish citizens. The nation was singled out by United Nations Special Rapporteur on racism, Mutuma Ruteere, who called on Spanish leaders to take greater steps toward eliminating racist and discriminatory practices against Africans and other immigrants in the country. After the unjustified arrest of two African- American government employees in Barcelona in 2009, the U.S. State Department issued a warning that “racist prejudices” could lead to the arrest of African-Americans who visit Spain. The notice was removed two days before first lady Michele Obama visited the country, but many Black tourists say they experience racism during visits to Spain. |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Nobody: 8:24am On Jul 02, 2014 |
Italy The world is not yet colorblind, and Italy is no exception. Anyone not noticeably of European descent will likely be looked down upon by Italians. Oftentimes a darker- skinned tourist will only have to deal with imposing stares, however; some Black women report a rather high incidence of gawking that leads to inquiries for prostitution. While physical violence is not commonly practiced against Black tourists in Italy, biased ill-treatment of Black visitors can run rampant. A dark-skinned traveler may be questioned longer at border crossings and on trains, and his baggage may be rifled through by officials more often than those of white travelers. Sometimes hotels may tell Black tourists they are full for the night, and then give a room to the next white person who walks through the door. A Black traveler may also be a more frequent victim of ripoffs and scams, as is true for all foreigners. |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Nobody: 8:24am On Jul 02, 2014 |
Thailand Many people of color who have lived in Thailand can attest to the problematic racial attitudes commonplace in the country. Thais have an aversion to dark skin in general, and are prejudiced against people of African descent or anyone who has a darker skin tone, even among themselves. Black people frequently face discrimination in the workplace and are targeted for scrutiny from police. According to some travelers, it is legal there to discriminate on the basis of skin color or ethnicity. In 2010, while visiting Thailand for a series of music performances, Ribkat, a well- known member of the multi-platinum selling group Fort Minor, and Mike Shinoda from Linkin Park were notified by a hotel manager that they did not allow Blacks or Indians at their hotel. Ribkat and Shinoda, who are both African-Americans, were told they should respect the racist policy and leave. The white band members were told they could stay. The policy to exclude Blacks and other foreigners can also be seen implemented by some local businesses. |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Nobody: 8:25am On Jul 02, 2014 |
China A person of African descent traveling to China should not be surprised if they are repeatedly stared at or even swarmed by crowds of curious Chinese who will treat them as a spectacle by taking pictures, touching their hair, rubbing their skin, and asking questions that reflect their ignorance and lack of interaction with Black people. Racism against Blacks may be the strongest form of prejudice in China. Chinese racism is linked to ignorance, class divisions, ethnocentrism and colorism that exists within Chinese society. Many people in China look down upon other Chinese of darker skin, and believe the whiter skin has more beauty. In China, Black people are viewed through stereotypes, and most Chinese assume Blacks are poor, uneducated, violent, play basketball, are barbaric and wild, and even eat each other. The most common Chinese slur used against Black people means “black ghost.” |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Nobody: 8:26am On Jul 02, 2014 |
South Korea Racist mockery of Black people is very common in the public sphere in South Korea. When a Black person turns on the television in Korea, they can expect to experience Koreans using blackface and other stereotypical depictions to mock African people, the Diaspora, and Black culture in general. Tourists can also anticipate being mistreated because of skin color or ethnicity. Foreigners say although many Koreans are polite and respectful, it’s not unusual to experience an angry, public xenophobic outburst from some of Korea’s citizens and taxi drivers, who they say overlook them in favor of picking up Koreans. A number of visitors have also reported locals shifting uneasily away from them on public transportation. Some Koreans and visitors explain the racism against Black people as stemming from a fear of the unknown, since the country has historically been one of the most ethnically homogeneous nations in the world. Some Koreans will go their entire lives and never see a Black person. Others say Koreans, over time, have adopted whites’ attitudes towards Blacks. |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by shikshark: 8:33am On Jul 02, 2014 |
anyone can do without them ........cos they suc.k 1 Like |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Nobody: 8:39am On Jul 02, 2014 |
I wonder why we celebrate and worship these people when they visit Nigeria. 1 Like |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by pimplucious: 8:47am On Jul 02, 2014 |
This article did not include UK where u get a high degree of "institutional racism." Note, institutional racism is defined as the collective failure of an organization to provide an appropriate and professional service to people because of their skin color, ethnic origin etc and this is very common but subtle in public institutes in UK 9 Likes |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by heir01(m): 9:39am On Jul 02, 2014 |
pimp_lucious :you just expressed my thought there 1 Like |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by GreyBlood: 11:57am On Jul 02, 2014 |
9) Nigeria In this country, blacks are treated like slaves and animals by fellow blacks while the whites are demigods with special status and honoured and respected in every sphere even in the airport. The whites live in the poshest estates, studded with strict securitymen and are never found in the dilapidated environments where blacks dwell. 25 Likes |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by optimusprime2(m): 7:52am On Jul 08, 2014 |
of course Ukraine.... but on second note, I dont really think China should be on your list, matter of fact I think thats supposed to be either Ukraine or the UK's spot. What goes on in China is basically lack of exposure, most of them have never seen black people up close, I remember when I first had contact with some Asian people myself, I was equally fascinated, and I thought all of them knew Kung-fu and Shaolin martial arts so I started asking them questions that should have been thrown to Jackie Chan, assuming they were all Kung-fu masters, and as you can imagine it was funny... lol. Same thing, the average China man knows only few Blacks; Kobe Byrant, 50 Cent, Usain Bolt, "Lihanna", and probably Jay Z, so if you went to China and recieved odd stares, they are probably trying to place you up with one of the blacks they know, and the place up results could be either; good, bad or ugly... would you blame them? True they lay much emphasis on very fair skinned women as they feel it portrays beauty, but like I said it boils down to their enlightenment but they are far from racist... they are just not that enlightened or exposed, dont forget there's that annoying language barrier too. lest I forget, Chinese women love black guys alooooooooot! 3 Likes |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by ibe003(m): 11:10am On Jul 24, 2014 |
I love my brazil any other country na counter feet |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by optimusprime2(m): 6:31am On Aug 04, 2014 |
GreyBlood: 9) Nigeriaeither you were being funny, or you dont know whats racism... Nigeria is just a country that utilizes the "Oga'mi" factor alot, so of course what dyu expect?? |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Sunglow: 9:29pm On Aug 08, 2014 |
Thanks for the info.Which country will be best to travel to with my kids?All these European countries and racism issues don't want that for my kids. |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by optimusprime2(m): 12:28am On Aug 09, 2014 |
Sunglow: Thanks for the info.Which country will be best to travel to with my kids?All these European countries and racism issues don't want that for my kids.On a very serious note, you want a country completely devoid of racism... try Liberia... |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Sunglow: 8:33pm On Aug 09, 2014 |
optimusprime2:Not funny @all .What I actually did mean to say is a country were racism is not the order of the day.Thot about Germany,but with the info the Op just gave.... |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by optimusprime2(m): 11:36pm On Aug 09, 2014 |
Sunglow: Not funny @all .What I actually did mean to say is a country were racism is not the order of the day.Thot about Germany,but with the info the Op just gave....Sarcasm intended, what I tried to say is there is almost no country in the world you dont find a type of racial discrimination... |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by KillerBeauty(f): 3:34pm On Aug 11, 2014 |
If they like let there be racism in all european and asian countries. Nigerians will still risk their lives to travel and hustle in those countries. |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Sunglow: 11:45pm On Aug 21, 2014 |
optimusprime2:What Sarcasm??Na wa for some people sha! |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Adesam09(m): 12:49am On Aug 22, 2014 |
These white folks sha |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by Adesam09(m): 12:54am On Aug 22, 2014 |
Sunglow: Thanks for the info.Which country will be best to travel to with my kids?All these European countries and racism issues don't want that for my kids.Iraq or Liberia |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by wildikeman(m): 7:20pm On Oct 13, 2014 |
As long as there are whites or fair skinned people there's bound to be Racism and in Nigeria we experience Tribalism and equivalent of Racism. |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by bumitek02(m): 9:28am On Oct 14, 2014 |
GreyBlood:1 million like |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by bebe2(f): 7:20pm On Oct 14, 2014 |
Germany. Hmmm |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by bebe2(f): 7:25pm On Oct 14, 2014 |
pimplucious: I think dats more in the police and judicial system. But these countries listed probably have street level racism and institutional racism. |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by bebe2(f): 7:28pm On Oct 14, 2014 |
optimusprime2: I beg leave uk out if it. If u think u racially abused check ur sef. |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by pimplucious: 8:04pm On Oct 14, 2014 |
bebe2: Not just in the police and judical system it's everywhere its so subtle it can go unnoticed... Street level racism, though uncommon but its there u don't wanna experience it trust me. |
Re: 8 Worst Country For A Black To Travel by bebe2(f): 8:13pm On Oct 14, 2014 |
pimplucious: am sure there is, but nothing enuf to sweat over. there are incidents were i think someone has been rude or nasty to me. but i have never felt its becos of my color. problem is, if a white driver shouts at black driver at an intersection the black person quickly interpretes it as a racist attack. i have been called cunt, cow etc but my white frds are called the same wen thy have squabble wit pple especially younger men |
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