African pensioner lives on a Russian pension in a Russian village. How can this be?

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  • @edwardstanley2195
    @edwardstanley21952 жыл бұрын

    He certainly looks healthy and strong. His laughter is contagious. What a positive attitude.

  • @johns2876

    @johns2876

    28 күн бұрын

    He is such a happy person that it make you feel good to hear his laughter,.

  • @kenweis7913
    @kenweis79132 жыл бұрын

    He's definitely RUSSIAN... Always repairing the house... Always living life.. And 20 cats

  • @JudeoParkHeights

    @JudeoParkHeights

    2 ай бұрын

    I relate

  • @feedstreetchildren6503
    @feedstreetchildren65032 жыл бұрын

    As a Ugandan am happy for him if he found peace in Russia & am excited how he speak Russian language excellently👏🙏

  • @kanabis134

    @kanabis134

    Жыл бұрын

    : )

  • @vatican6
    @vatican62 жыл бұрын

    You can tell the man is happy with his life. He may not have much, but he is happy at heart. Very nicely done.

  • @yawejoe
    @yawejoe2 жыл бұрын

    I am a Ugandan, I feel proud we've one of our own representing😍 but he deserves to live a better life👍🏼🇺🇬

  • @julietnabukenya2510

    @julietnabukenya2510

    2 жыл бұрын

    He lives better than your country of the DICTATOR M7.

  • @ac-bh8pj

    @ac-bh8pj

    2 жыл бұрын

    I find his life to be quite wonderful. I would gladly trade the rat race for 20 cats, a bunch of trees to keep, and a humble existence. But that is coming from someone who has had all the candy that the "West" has to offer. The film about Jogi is quite wonderful. Much respect!

  • @-TheOracle-

    @-TheOracle-

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ac-bh8pj you certainly do not have to trade lives. Just simply sell all you have, buy a piece of run-down property, clean out an animal shelter of cats and give the rest away. That simple. JUST DO IT!

  • @girlhappy6442

    @girlhappy6442

    Жыл бұрын

    But how many russian people are welcomed in Uganda?!

  • @missustoad1

    @missustoad1

    Жыл бұрын

    I often met Ugandans in 1990 in Eastern Europe. Most worked in now closes factories

  • @vernonicabon
    @vernonicabon2 жыл бұрын

    What an admirable man! His laughter is so contagious, his Russian impeccable, caring of 20 cats and family graves. I’m sure he has plenty stories to tell. I’d love to hear more from him! Thank you for this video, Sergey. I adore this channel!

  • @marklucey5499

    @marklucey5499

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Sergei. Thank You for your video.Keep well

  • @sombron3832

    @sombron3832

    2 жыл бұрын

    Bless this man.

  • @MrSammotube

    @MrSammotube

    2 жыл бұрын

    Massive respect for Jogi.

  • @michealjones9863

    @michealjones9863

    2 жыл бұрын

    His laughter is contagious and his laughter sounds like he is contented with his life. He has nature he has the river and he has a purpose in the community. We could all learn something from this man.

  • @Olguini

    @Olguini

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@michealjones9863 Aaaaand: He has CATS !!!!

  • @MaraJSkywalker
    @MaraJSkywalker Жыл бұрын

    Though he is much younger he reminds me so much of my Russian grandfather - the way he speaks, his mannerisms, his laughter and his attitude about life. Always building things, fixing things. I'm so happy to see there are more people like that in the world.

  • @johns2876

    @johns2876

    28 күн бұрын

    I really hope Sergei visits him more often so we can see how he is doing this is definitely one of my most favorite episodes

  • @jonathannjoku6116
    @jonathannjoku61162 жыл бұрын

    Wicked and racist people make us see the difference in ourselves, when it ought not to be so. This man's story also shows how humble, loving, caring, hospitable and kind Africans truly are. thanks Vasya for being nice yourself.

  • @Pulsonar
    @Pulsonar2 жыл бұрын

    This guys warmth and laughter can melt the Russian winter ice and snow 😂 his incredible joyous spirit has helped him survive the hardships of life in a country with a tough social climate and attitude towards Africans and non-white foreigners, God bless him.

  • @gumisirizamichael1208
    @gumisirizamichael12082 жыл бұрын

    As a Ugandan who has relatives in Russia, I was touched by his story. Will make sure to look him up. Thank you for this.

  • @kalomboC
    @kalomboC2 жыл бұрын

    Even as he speaks Russian fluently, his manner of speech and infectious bubbly nature are very African

  • @andreishramov7494
    @andreishramov749410 ай бұрын

    Хороший Мужик! Жаль что один. Храни его Бог!

  • @goyurigo
    @goyurigo2 жыл бұрын

    This guy is a true rarity for Russia. It is so unique to find a person from a different background/ethnicity that has adopted Russian culture and life so wholeheartedly like this awesome Ugandan. I would love to meet him! It is a shame to hear that the poor guy was screwed over by his boss and is not in the best financial position because of it. Mad respect to him. His smile and positive attitude is a reminder to appreciate what you have.

  • @goyurigo

    @goyurigo

    2 жыл бұрын

    New sub by the way! Great content!

  • @audhumbla6927

    @audhumbla6927

    2 жыл бұрын

    In another country, the boss would never get away with that, so sad

  • @goyurigo

    @goyurigo

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@audhumbla6927 Depends on the country. There are places way more fucked up than Russia.

  • @audhumbla6927

    @audhumbla6927

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@goyurigo oh yeah sure, i meant a more well organized country. i hope all the shit going on now can eventually lead to putins fall and that it can be better for these poor russians.

  • @kayimamosielu3566

    @kayimamosielu3566

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@audhumbla6927 What Putin have done to this man? may be Eltsin Boris time! Or 1990? Soviet Union

  • @miriam2909
    @miriam29092 жыл бұрын

    Isn't he just a breath of fresh air! God love him. ❤

  • @beverleyheadley-glover1497

    @beverleyheadley-glover1497

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yep the almighty loves him very very much. Peace.

  • @xfmk9296
    @xfmk92962 жыл бұрын

    Can’t believe his pension got stolen. Disgusting. A pensioner shouldn’t be living in these conditions.

  • @abdallahelias6937

    @abdallahelias6937

    Жыл бұрын

    Check Detroit

  • @vladasunlight2644

    @vladasunlight2644

    Жыл бұрын

    Unfortunately in 90s it was common to cheat workers in Russia. As a result many have small pensions.

  • @DenOfTen

    @DenOfTen

    Жыл бұрын

    Because of the collapse of the USSR in the 90s, life was the most difficult, there were bandits everywhere, businesses were stolen, people were killed, money was not paid. In just 20 years, everything has changed so much that it's scary to remember those times, but they used to live.

  • @Flat_Earth_Addy

    @Flat_Earth_Addy

    4 ай бұрын

    Why would he have a pension as a foreigner?

  • @alanokopa9933
    @alanokopa99332 жыл бұрын

    He isn't living the best life,but lights up with joy and his derar heart is full of happiness....i wish i knew more about him and maybe find ways to link him up with family here in Uganda. He just melts my heart....

  • @Qwufi
    @Qwufi2 жыл бұрын

    I wonder how his garden looks like when its not winter. Would love to see a next episode with him.

  • @Qwufi

    @Qwufi

    2 жыл бұрын

    Also we need to see him singing in the next video.

  • @benniethejew
    @benniethejew2 жыл бұрын

    Being mechanically inclined, I immediately thought, I wish I could go there and repair his car for him. Such a charismatic person!

  • @chelimocollines7125
    @chelimocollines71252 жыл бұрын

    As a Ugandan I enjoyed the whole discussion because it reminds us that the world is for all humanity irrespective of colour, language , origin or race, we're all but one people , God's workmanship

  • @samuelwilliams8099
    @samuelwilliams80992 жыл бұрын

    Massive respect to you Sergei for sharing this video with us. As an African myself living in Europe 17 years now. My takeaway from this video is that, this brother cannot be able to visit his homeland regularly due to his financial situation. The condition in which he is living as we see in this video is not the best. Please let’s come together to help this man. I wonder when last he saw his mother face to face! Sergei, please start a fundraising on behalf this man. Thank you so much in advance. Meanwhile, you have earned yourself a new subscriber.

  • @me77ki

    @me77ki

    Жыл бұрын

    I was wondering this too

  • @user-bf5rk7ty6q

    @user-bf5rk7ty6q

    Жыл бұрын

    это - деревня. Всё зависит от самого человека.

  • @Lara__
    @Lara__2 жыл бұрын

    What a nice guy. I felt bad he was treated so poorly by his old employer.

  • @waNErBOY

    @waNErBOY

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Fred Garvin i have to agree, unless he lived and worked around international areas in moscow and st petersburgs, that would have happen

  • @eduardalexacs4586

    @eduardalexacs4586

    2 жыл бұрын

    and not only in russia, but most ex-soviet countries.

  • @streettravelxxi

    @streettravelxxi

    2 жыл бұрын

    yes unfortunately there are asshole bosses everywhere and probably racist too

  • @akolyt

    @akolyt

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@eduardalexacs4586 most common in russia

  • @chrisjohn1284

    @chrisjohn1284

    2 жыл бұрын

    Common story unfortunately. The 90s were a big disaster

  • @Nullzero98
    @Nullzero982 жыл бұрын

    This man’s laugh can bring world peace…

  • @battybethc8061

    @battybethc8061

    2 жыл бұрын

    Truth be told! Love Jogi! He is a bright Spot in the World. We need more People like him and the World would be much better Place for all Mankind!

  • @topejagun7

    @topejagun7

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's Africa heritage. That's all we have😪

  • @robertmpinyuri8354

    @robertmpinyuri8354

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thats the spirit of Africa no matter what we go through we still smile and look forward to tomorrow.

  • @smiletvgambia1117

    @smiletvgambia1117

    2 жыл бұрын

    Smile on face cry in heart. Dats how we are god bless Africa

  • @carbonsnail014

    @carbonsnail014

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@topejagun7: What's all you have?

  • @thoomer3880
    @thoomer38802 жыл бұрын

    He has carved out a life for himself and I respect it. He has land, and he lives like a free man. I love this. I hope you do go home to Uganda to see your mother before she passes though (with the help of a go fund me maybe) Big respect to you brother. From the United Kingdom ❤️

  • @lifeislife7070
    @lifeislife70702 жыл бұрын

    The most heartwarming laugh ever. He seems to have a "wiseness of the heart". I wish him the best

  • @faustineoluka6655
    @faustineoluka66552 жыл бұрын

    As a ugandan, we love our brother Thanks for reaching out to him

  • @Charlie-ho3xw
    @Charlie-ho3xw2 жыл бұрын

    Sergei, you are a lovely, kind and empathic man in a harsh world…AND Jogi is a joyous man beautifying his little corner of that same world. The whole world is a better place with you both of you in it! Thank you for sharing and caring…🙏🏼🇨🇦

  • @moondawg3693

    @moondawg3693

    2 жыл бұрын

    Beautifying ? The place is a freaking disaster area.

  • @igor_pavlovich

    @igor_pavlovich

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@moondawg3693 its nature. As whole world should be.

  • @jsmith3980
    @jsmith39802 жыл бұрын

    A great interview and he is a very sweet man. I would contribute to a fund to help him visit Uganda.

  • @thouwow4284
    @thouwow4284 Жыл бұрын

    Did I miss what happened to his wife? The day he married her was the happiest day of his life. That's really beautiful.

  • @mfahrney1
    @mfahrney12 жыл бұрын

    This is someone that deserves our help..he has nothing, but he does have happiness 😊

  • @justinamusyoka4986

    @justinamusyoka4986

    2 жыл бұрын

    "Why cagged birds sing"...Maya Angeleou.

  • @forward_ever_ever2595

    @forward_ever_ever2595

    2 жыл бұрын

    He is rich in spirit.

  • @giantking6744

    @giantking6744

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can have him thank God he's not a Hebrew Israelite.His people sold us into slavery

  • @Jayapullani

    @Jayapullani

    2 жыл бұрын

    He seems to be quite strong and capable.

  • @shinola228

    @shinola228

    2 жыл бұрын

    I was just thinking how l have so much more material possessions than he but he's happier. Amazing guy.

  • @cheryla2557
    @cheryla25572 жыл бұрын

    What an amazing man.. lives in poverty yet still has a smile.. God richly bless all of you..❤️🙏❤️

  • @musondabodymindhealth4204
    @musondabodymindhealth42042 жыл бұрын

    Happiness is a thing called finding a place where you feel comfortable and happy. Lovely skin, teeth and an awesome smile from the heart. Most people can’t even master that. All the best sir!

  • @odink3048
    @odink30482 жыл бұрын

    Heartwarming .....!!!...he loves his adopted country...

  • @mvlogsofun
    @mvlogsofun2 жыл бұрын

    am a Ugandan but this really touched me. Imagine all his years gone like that just because of the mean boss. It's really sad, but we have to learn to appreciate those who do good to us

  • @thunderstorm4074

    @thunderstorm4074

    2 жыл бұрын

    Are you in Uganda buddy or Europe ?

  • @thunderstorm4074

    @thunderstorm4074

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm the East Africa 🌍

  • @mvlogsofun

    @mvlogsofun

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@thunderstorm4074 no brother in South Africa

  • @bentleyv1233

    @bentleyv1233

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@mvlogsofun American 🇺🇸 here. We love our African brothers and sisters ❤️ every Ugandan I know is filled with kindness and love.

  • @alphainfamy6340
    @alphainfamy63402 жыл бұрын

    Being of African descent and living in the West, this touched me seriously. Thank you for showing this man decency and respect. That's all we really need.... Everything else is propaganda and fluff. We are tired of seeing it. It does nothing with Bigotry. We can live together, we can live apart. We can trade and not lose respect for each other. Respect the African/Black man...in return you will gain a friend. I can't say that about everyone...but I'm saying this from the heart. We all fall short...but never back into bigotry. I shared this is with you, because you demonstrated respect to this man. Far away from his Homeland. But he calls Russia Home as well.

  • @TMS26164

    @TMS26164

    2 жыл бұрын

    Anywhere you find peace is your home not necessarily where you are a descent of

  • @MsEmworld

    @MsEmworld

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TMS26164 ....and that is what shows that "humanity" trumps race because it should not be about the color of your skin! If Christ was JUST about the Jewish race, why would God ( the Creator), say that he shall have "children" from every nation? EVERY nation tells you that Christ for ALL, for God! I wish mankind world over, would understand this!🙏

  • @MariaCarlottaNotes

    @MariaCarlottaNotes

    2 жыл бұрын

    I've met so many goid people who are not my race. So to me there're only two kinds of people ... Good ones who don't stick their noses in everywhere und that sort of Fascists who will always reduce ppl to being less worth than others based on their skin, eye shape, language or a handicap 😶

  • @irenesalness2228

    @irenesalness2228

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TMS26164 He needs help. There is no peace there. He is poor and very cold. He need to come back and enjoy the equatorial sunshine. He belongs to Africa.

  • @irenesalness2228

    @irenesalness2228

    2 жыл бұрын

    So now you can think he is happy? If he has to return home, he will be lost. I pray he wake up one day and return to paradise Africa.

  • @pinnertom
    @pinnertom2 жыл бұрын

    This Guy is seriously positive, what a great character. His attitude that everybody is basically the same is a great view to have. What an effervescent character.

  • @alomadinkadealova4323
    @alomadinkadealova43232 жыл бұрын

    Truly, a man’s wealth consists not in the abundance of the things he possesses. Thanks for posting

  • @GenXstacker
    @GenXstacker2 жыл бұрын

    What an interesting fellow. To come from Uganda to such a different place among such different people, to learn the language, to work and retire there. This is a man who took the road less traveled.

  • @Thatsme849

    @Thatsme849

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Fred Garvin lol don't ruin the story bro

  • @ziloj-perezivat

    @ziloj-perezivat

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Thatsme849 Он не может испортить историю, рассказав ее.

  • @Thatsme849

    @Thatsme849

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ziloj-perezivat what? I don't speak russian lol

  • @hershellacey9405

    @hershellacey9405

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Fred Garvin so right. This happens to people all over the world . The misery one puts on their fellow man is immeasurable.

  • @battybethc8061

    @battybethc8061

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@hershellacey9405 How true that! I see it all over Lawtowne Massachusetts where l live in the U.S.A. What alot of our Neighbors go through and still never complain is astonishing!

  • @bradlafferty
    @bradlafferty2 жыл бұрын

    He was quite a character! Full of life! Thanks for bringing your visit with him to us, Sergei. Take care.

  • @soriasmit4872
    @soriasmit48722 жыл бұрын

    I am originally from South Africa and as this man is talking, smiling and telling of his hardships, it feels like I am back in South Africa! Thank you for sharing his story

  • @giftytengey2066
    @giftytengey20662 жыл бұрын

    As a Ghanaian, I studied in Poland for 6 years. I returned home immediately I completed because I missed my family so much. I am so proud of this guy. I love his smile and positivity. Kudos to you for bringing back nice memories 👌. Will surely share this video.

  • @leslied.2475

    @leslied.2475

    2 жыл бұрын

    And how are you doing now after your studies in Europe?

  • @user-mf2sj7rd6m

    @user-mf2sj7rd6m

    2 жыл бұрын

    Have you learned Polish as well as English? That’s very impressive

  • @ZosiaSamosiaOo

    @ZosiaSamosiaOo

    2 жыл бұрын

    Love from Poland!

  • @giftytengey2066

    @giftytengey2066

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@leslied.2475 I really miss Polska. My colleagues and I who left some 27 years ago plan a holiday with our families 👪. I work in a financial institution do I am doing well

  • @giftytengey2066

    @giftytengey2066

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ZosiaSamosiaOo 💖💖💖💖💖

  • @noraguerrerosoria9158
    @noraguerrerosoria91582 жыл бұрын

    I really loved this story, I think Jogi is a beautiful soul who deserves to be taken care of too. He's so selfless, kind and humble with a big heart and a contagious laugh that I could hear all day. I think a crowd funding page should be set up for him so that he can accomplish his dreams. Much love and hugs from Sydney Australia - Nora

  • @cardanomm3194

    @cardanomm3194

    2 жыл бұрын

    I agree with you Inner Spirit, I would like to support Jogi too.

  • @mustafanxusani5172

    @mustafanxusani5172

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Australian sister i love you too for loving the old bugger with his warm laughter.

  • @willkommen2861

    @willkommen2861

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can remove him from Russia to Australia, that will be the best!

  • @luthandolaw2301

    @luthandolaw2301

    2 жыл бұрын

    Mhhhh what a comment God bless you🙌🙌 God shows us things so that we can make a move and dont wait for others to begin. By responding to that call you get your family a blessing of protection even in this evil end times🙏🙏

  • @jc301-OTECH

    @jc301-OTECH

    2 жыл бұрын

    Have you done it yet !! Maybe try sort a crypto donations situation..

  • @callmearmstrong
    @callmearmstrong2 жыл бұрын

    THIS was fun to watch. What a nice guy...it would be amazig if you returned and help him repair things!

  • @ValyrianCode

    @ValyrianCode

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sometimes, because of the terrible leaders in some African countries, some successful citizens find it difficult to return home to their countries. I don't blame him at all for choosing to stay put in Russia.

  • @Addi_Teacha509

    @Addi_Teacha509

    2 жыл бұрын

    One thing about America such stories easilly get monetary support from the community through a gofundme. But i will rate this video justbas valuable. At the end its a human story, we should all cherish our differences but we share one single humanity.

  • @Addi_Teacha509

    @Addi_Teacha509

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ValyrianCode unfortunately, because you are brought up in a colonial system you miss all the real good African leaders that were killed by b european presidents to ensure they can only be in power corrupt African presidents working for the neocolonial powers againt the African population. Everywhere Africans are attacked on the continent France is there, that France that has more soldiers accross Africa than in Europe where the Ukrainians are waiting for them.

  • @Creole_Lady

    @Creole_Lady

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Addi_Teacha509 , precisely!

  • @julietnabukenya2510

    @julietnabukenya2510

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ValyrianCode 💯💯💯%%True 👌👌 Many people are refugees because of that president M7.He has killed more people than any other dictator in the world. But the funny thing is, America and the Western countries are supporting him because they take all the mineral resources for free.

  • @hombrededios5413
    @hombrededios54132 жыл бұрын

    Wow what a man, well educated, speaks perfect Russian, highly spirited, healthy etc, so sad he lives very poorly, I hope he gets help in order to improve his living condition as he's well integrated into Russian society. Good job Sergey, thank you.

  • @samysdefer

    @samysdefer

    2 жыл бұрын

    he lives like a homeless, although his major is quite nice. Weird. He should move to some different country I think… if he gets the money for the ticket But I guess he has no work

  • @lennykump8396

    @lennykump8396

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@samysdefer he's from Uganda. For his homeland he's living luxurious.

  • @oliveryt7168

    @oliveryt7168

    2 жыл бұрын

    I speak Russian and his Russian is far from beng perfect. That being said; it's quite good and he even speaks slang.

  • @bobbysmurda2268

    @bobbysmurda2268

    2 жыл бұрын

    This is how many Russians live because its economy is the size of Italy's due to oligarchs sucking it dry. Russia has immense resources and a tiny population yet they love to be slaves and bend over for billionaire vampires

  • @bobzeepl

    @bobzeepl

    2 жыл бұрын

    I am from the former eastern block and back then, that was the case with pretty much all Africans that came to us. They came to study, learned the languge and integrated very well. There probably was a strict selection process in the first place. Nothing like what immigration is now

  • @Mellicent_Shadow
    @Mellicent_Shadow Жыл бұрын

    Какие у этого пенсионера хорошие гены, раз он на пенсии выглядит на 45! Ещё здорово, что человек сохраняет свой оптимизм!

  • @daughteroftiaran

    @daughteroftiaran

    Жыл бұрын

    I wonder if his industriousness keeps him young! It seems like he's got so many projects going, something to get out of bed in the morning for - that's so important in life!

  • @davenally8672
    @davenally86722 жыл бұрын

    What an amazing video. You would never believe a Ugandan could even live in Russia. What character this man has given his circumstances and just goes to show the power of the mind to stay positive. Thank you for this rare insight into the life of an extreme individual and his ability to overcome all of lifes obstacles. XX much love and stay safe

  • @paulwilliams2663

    @paulwilliams2663

    2 жыл бұрын

    That man would survive anywhere you can tell, he's from Uganda but he's a world citizen.

  • @cr-gl7wf

    @cr-gl7wf

    2 жыл бұрын

    Ugandans you just dont know us we inherit the whole earth we are really everywhere. Do some research.

  • @cultivatingwellness4028

    @cultivatingwellness4028

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, I read that too. Also a few aristocratic blacks in Russia previously. There is also an African presence in Turkey as well.

  • @bushwhackeddos.2703

    @bushwhackeddos.2703

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@pastryshack551 your comment contradicts itself.

  • @Cairol58
    @Cairol582 жыл бұрын

    Interesting! But what terrible living conditions for a retired person who has a college degree. But he has a zest for life, despite his bad situation. Africans are survivors.

  • @battybethc8061

    @battybethc8061

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes they are. And very loving, caring, beautiful People, like the Carribeans, Dominicanos and Puerto Ricans are!

  • @crttsome7504

    @crttsome7504

    2 жыл бұрын

    Russia actually needs more of them

  • @Aselitha84

    @Aselitha84

    2 жыл бұрын

    He could be living in a good condition if he went back home

  • @henrykarndt

    @henrykarndt

    2 жыл бұрын

    that the Russia not just today is long time were progress for people is forgotten by power people most in province only living day by day is sad is the riches land in the world what they done for long time nothing is not new that East Blok fight for take them out from they beck Russia is not just Russia is many different country together and racism is no news in this place

  • @irenedavo3768

    @irenedavo3768

    2 жыл бұрын

    Do you watch Jim Nduruchi

  • @SenanMurray
    @SenanMurray2 жыл бұрын

    Landed here by accident and really glad I did. Interesting to find a brother living like this with all that cold and all those cats and those tough conditions. I completely understand why he can't just go back to Uganda yet... it's not just the graves of family members who have passed; it's also what he returns 'home' with/to after so many years in Europe. Thanks for this video, Sergei.

  • @medjayalbaobab2003

    @medjayalbaobab2003

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes you hit the bullseye he's ashamed of all those years he wasted on a Russian pipe dream and he knows how cupid some black people can be and he's afraid of confronting their judgmental views and rather live like a popsicle in the middle of nowhere it's no different than disinfrenchized African Americans from Minnesota Wisconsin or Michigan who rather being unemployed or live in roaches infested section 8 apartments rather than packing their stuff up and try their best luck in the African motherland truly sickening smh😔

  • @theezrah1951

    @theezrah1951

    2 жыл бұрын

    @Deng Nicca no there is a african minority in russian, mainly from the african americans who fleed centuries ago.

  • @martinhosper2990

    @martinhosper2990

    2 жыл бұрын

    Tough... this was recorded in the winter time. It is not cold like that all year long. It is his own home and has a large garden with beautiful trees planted himself and a river nearby. He is lucky.

  • @natashka1982

    @natashka1982

    Жыл бұрын

    @@theezrah1951 that's not true. All African students

  • @derraucherhase123

    @derraucherhase123

    Жыл бұрын

    @Deng Nicca sad truth

  • @ginamitembe8935
    @ginamitembe89352 жыл бұрын

    WHAT a brave man!!! He's so happy, resourceful and hard worker!!! An African in cold Russia!! What a joy to watch!! If ONLY we as human beings realised that we're the same at 💖💖 Thank you for sharing even though its a month later👍

  • @vb9043
    @vb90432 жыл бұрын

    I am a South African. This man has the the happiness and humour most people from our continent has. What a beautiful heart

  • @jol1455
    @jol14552 жыл бұрын

    Bless your heart Sergei. Jorgi is a lovely man. He has so little, but has such a big, lovely personality. Love to both of you from Australia x

  • @zakhemabaso6644
    @zakhemabaso66442 жыл бұрын

    I'm watching this video today (29/06/22) and am really touched by the kindness of the Russian gentleman. I join other human beings in thanking you for taking care of our brother from Uganda. You have shown us that there are such good people in Russia too. Thanks again!!!!

  • @AJ-eb1zm
    @AJ-eb1zm2 жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful person -God bless him 💚

  • @Dani_sister4peace
    @Dani_sister4peace2 жыл бұрын

    OMG his Russian is amazing! He looks like such a great man to meet

  • @xxmysterygirl101xx
    @xxmysterygirl101xx2 жыл бұрын

    Jogi has such kind heart and beautiful smile, I hope one day he gets to see his family and build that new house of his!

  • @NAVYABHAN
    @NAVYABHAN2 жыл бұрын

    What I liked about the story was that even though he is African, you did nothing to hinder, demean or make his life any more challenging than it is. I love that you took the time to let him tell his (his smile tells more if you watch?) story through your question's and you took the time to introduce him to fishing? In my own country, the U.S., I have to be ready to survive possible experiences with the Police and I must also be well versed in the law and how to use it to protect myself,property and right's. He may not have family there, but you seem to be like family to him. It was nice for me to absorb the interaction's.

  • @petergalan6945
    @petergalan69452 жыл бұрын

    Great story of a man , living close to nature.

  • @robertjarman4261
    @robertjarman42612 жыл бұрын

    I'm an Englishman living in Russia. Been here 15 years. Looking forward to speaking as good as this Ugandan does.

  • @frederickmuhlbauer9477

    @frederickmuhlbauer9477

    Жыл бұрын

    As "well" as this man

  • @ginnienuckles3992
    @ginnienuckles39922 жыл бұрын

    hes has so little and seems so happy ,,, a lesson for us all

  • @michelleMc301
    @michelleMc3012 жыл бұрын

    With all the resources and wealth in this world, no one would really have to live this way, if goverments operated like they should. I respect and appreciate this gentleman he has made the choice to be happy, instead of being angry or resentful, which many would understand. It takes a special person to do this. He's accomplished so much alone, I can't imagine how much more he could get done with a little help.

  • @ramishrambarran3998
    @ramishrambarran39982 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video Sergey. It is amazing to see, that although he is not well-off financially, he can still laugh, he can still be happy. This is truly a rarity.......a Ugandan living in Russia ! Trinidad & Tobago. West Indies.

  • @marytygett4189
    @marytygett41892 жыл бұрын

    What a joyful man ! Thank you for introducing Jogi to me ! His joy is contagious. God bless you my friend 🌹🙏

  • @CatarinaVanDF
    @CatarinaVanDF2 жыл бұрын

    I swear bro, people from Africa are the best!! the happiness they overflow is incomparable. nice video ♥️

  • @BergGottfried

    @BergGottfried

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not everyone though.....just like the rest of the world.....

  • @Timbone07

    @Timbone07

    2 жыл бұрын

    Exactly, there are bad people from Africa too. Ritual killings are common. In the early 2000s an entire village was raped in South Africa because they believed sex with a virgin cured HIV

  • @CatarinaVanDF

    @CatarinaVanDF

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Timbone07 I know that. there are crazy things and bad people all over the world!! I'm just praising a trait I see in african people and honestly it's ridiculous for anyone to respond to me with comments like yours. give me a break...

  • @Timbone07

    @Timbone07

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@CatarinaVanDF I live in Africa.I am African. It is not a surprise that I find the grass is greener mentality ridiculous lol. Africans are not the best. Most Africans I know are bitter and depressed. We are good at pretending to be happy. That's a fact. You don't have to be offended because someone disagrees with you. You could learn a thing or two instead.

  • @CatarinaVanDF

    @CatarinaVanDF

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Timbone07 sorry if my comment seemed rude. I understand what you're saying...

  • @punkyduckscn2732
    @punkyduckscn27322 жыл бұрын

    Jogi has such a cheerful personality, he’s wonderful. I didn’t expect to see an African living there in the freezing cold ,it’s cool. Thank you for sharing his story ☮️💟

  • @jomish8719
    @jomish8719 Жыл бұрын

    THIS MAN WHO SEEMS ALONE IN A FOREIGN COUNTRY IS FULL OF POSITIVITY! LOOKS HAPPY & CONTENTED TOO!! VERY ADMIRABLE ! I WISH HIS FELLOW UGANDANS ABROAD CAN HELP HIM FUND HIS TRIP BACK TO HIS HOMELAND TO VISIT HIS RELATIVES! VERY NICE MAN ❤

  • @Nate_Vee
    @Nate_Vee2 жыл бұрын

    My heart is broken for him in that situation. I hope he will return to his country.

  • @MusicBankTv
    @MusicBankTv2 жыл бұрын

    As an African musician from KENYA neighbouring Uganda this was Inspiring. Thank you 🙏🏽

  • @irenedavo3768

    @irenedavo3768

    2 жыл бұрын

    Do you watch Jim Nduruchi

  • @robertmolnar9131
    @robertmolnar91312 жыл бұрын

    God bless this man. Such a nice person. 😸😸

  • @junehitchcock170
    @junehitchcock170 Жыл бұрын

    Gosh that man is so positive and has such an infectious laugh. Bless him!!

  • @SouthStreet24Media
    @SouthStreet24Media2 жыл бұрын

    As a fellow Ugandan, I would contribute to a go-fund-me if this brother wants to return home. Come back home, brother.

  • @bfrye41

    @bfrye41

    2 жыл бұрын

    He would be welcomed and given a big welcome back feast!!!

  • @Rubychika

    @Rubychika

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hmmm. Come home with empty pockets and 20 cats? That's why he hasn't left Russia.

  • @SouthStreet24Media

    @SouthStreet24Media

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Rubychika I can tell you lack intelligence and wisdom.

  • @denfolo5224

    @denfolo5224

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Rubychika You are right; It is really hard for Africans who didn't make it to come back.

  • @Shamilah-cs7uv

    @Shamilah-cs7uv

    2 жыл бұрын

    Am Ugandan but i feel sorry for u come back home,home is the best mom she is still alive

  • @stevedeakin1883
    @stevedeakin18832 жыл бұрын

    You are such a kind man , Jogi is a good man too he has such a positive attitude to life ♥️♥️

  • @christelpaul3851
    @christelpaul38512 жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful loving and happy man 🥰, God bless you brother Jogi ❤️

  • @JDDC-tq7qm
    @JDDC-tq7qm Жыл бұрын

    As a black man I was amazed to see another black man speaking Russian fluently and living in Russia like a normal life I definitely want to visit Russia one day

  • @phillipbarnhart1524
    @phillipbarnhart15242 жыл бұрын

    Sergei - that was awesome! That guy is a gem!

  • @sandie157
    @sandie1572 жыл бұрын

    Sergei, let us all help him to live in a nice warm comfortable house. He doesn't need much . Thank you for sharing about him . What a good soul Jogi is. I am sharing this story with friends 💖

  • @sandracintron4172
    @sandracintron41722 жыл бұрын

    I loved his laugh and his high spirit. God bless him and keep him in his hands. Thanks for posting this video.

  • @juniorfredmbatia8285
    @juniorfredmbatia82852 жыл бұрын

    Strong man. Lesson learnt; you can be happy in any situation and in any condition with the right mindset. The man is very contented with what he has. He is very happy and comfortable with the little he has. Life should be like this

  • @canaryinacoalmine7267
    @canaryinacoalmine72672 жыл бұрын

    I love Jogi! He has the kindest personality.

  • @mariomusic3058
    @mariomusic30582 жыл бұрын

    Yogi is a nice and hardworking man. He's having a hard time living, but he's always cheerful and smiling.😁😁😁

  • @sambaza2_254
    @sambaza2_2542 жыл бұрын

    Wow! This is a brave man. He's upbeat despite his misfortunes in the past. Kudos from a fellow African.

  • @mikirose2598
    @mikirose25982 жыл бұрын

    You are kind. Thank you for that gift to him and for inquiring about his family. It is deeply sad that his "boss" was so cruel. Jogi gets credit for working only 5 years when he worked three times that! His pension/his circumstances would have been much better had he not been cheated. Of course, he could not have returned to his homeland empty-handed after all those years abroad. What that man did to him was sinful - but he will not escape the evil he did, Karma will bite him! I have subscribed.

  • @karla683
    @karla6832 жыл бұрын

    The same thing happened to my grandmother in Brazil. She worked for almost 20 years, her boss didn’t pay into the pension and stole the money she paid and recorded NOTHING.

  • @rda-gama2567

    @rda-gama2567

    2 жыл бұрын

    O que pena!

  • @Commander605

    @Commander605

    2 жыл бұрын

    That is terrible.

  • @muonambali

    @muonambali

    2 жыл бұрын

    What goes around comes around.

  • @Roestradd

    @Roestradd

    2 жыл бұрын

    I would use my last penny and strength to look for the bastard and do him in. I swear there's no way any human can steal so much from my mum or grandma and live to enjoy it......NO WAY!

  • @shinola228

    @shinola228

    2 жыл бұрын

    The boss will get his karma one day. That is evil.

  • @ronnieroo227
    @ronnieroo2272 жыл бұрын

    I love the way he speaks perfect Russian in an African accent. Blessings on this lovely man, l hope he gets to build his house soon. ❤️🇬🇧👌

  • @nestamarleynesta6382

    @nestamarleynesta6382

    2 жыл бұрын

    Ameen god bless you

  • @OsmanK699

    @OsmanK699

    2 жыл бұрын

    What is an African accent? The ignorance here is appalling.

  • @theclassictrio3510

    @theclassictrio3510

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, perfect russian with African accent. I once read that "you should listen to what a person is saying not how he is saying it"

  • @theclassictrio3510

    @theclassictrio3510

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@OsmanK699 come on, I am aftican and I can boldly state that he still has an african accent.

  • @OsmanK699

    @OsmanK699

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@theclassictrio3510 Good for you that you know and can tell an indigenous Russian accent, and so can pick out the so called African accent from baba here.

  • @uknowamsaying
    @uknowamsaying2 жыл бұрын

    Well done, Sergei. It is a shame some few people tried to break his life by denying him or stealing his pension entitlements, but yet he stands unbroken and still smiles as he ages and struggles. You showed great heart giving him something to keep him going. As he said, majority of people everywhere are nice, it is just the few that try to damage society.

  • @darrelldamon2745
    @darrelldamon27452 жыл бұрын

    What a pleasant personality, you two can accomplish so much

  • @lynlandham3779
    @lynlandham37792 жыл бұрын

    That was very interesting! Jogi's attitude is accepting and upbeat. He's happy and thrives in spite of his limited resources and past mistreatment. I'd like to see more of this remarkable man.

  • @moreenebennett5753

    @moreenebennett5753

    2 жыл бұрын

    May GOD richly Bless both of you 🙏 ❤

  • @anyetitan8410

    @anyetitan8410

    2 жыл бұрын

    And the west should learn life is not all about the money.

  • @gregroles69
    @gregroles692 жыл бұрын

    Thankyou Sergei, I got a lot out of that, there's a guy in a different country, away from his family, living on very little, and yet he is joyous. Such a great reminder that you don't need "stuff" to be happy.

  • @basilprabhakar7028

    @basilprabhakar7028

    2 жыл бұрын

    Greg....we have a saying. Poor is the man....whose wealth is ONLY money. Please mull over it.

  • @daughteroftiaran
    @daughteroftiaran Жыл бұрын

    This guy's zest for life is contagious!

  • @MidnightOil08
    @MidnightOil082 жыл бұрын

    I am proud of him to find love in Russia, a country I have loved since I was a teenager

  • @Leviwosc
    @Leviwosc2 жыл бұрын

    Please more about this man's life.

  • @justinamusyoka4986

    @justinamusyoka4986

    2 жыл бұрын

    He needs help to return and settle in Uganda.

  • @dgghh5001

    @dgghh5001

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@justinamusyoka4986 he can manage uganda, the way it is and where it is heading

  • @Ikeelechiogba

    @Ikeelechiogba

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@justinamusyoka4986 I disagree. This man is Russian and may not live long if he return to Africa. His heart and soul is in that place and for me, he should visit and return back to where is soul is

  • @ibrahima1964

    @ibrahima1964

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Ikeelechiogba he is African

  • @justinamusyoka4986

    @justinamusyoka4986

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Ikeelechiogba Lets wait till he freeze and he's no more then we say he was more Russian than Ugandan. First the man seems he was trapped by some things in a foreign land,where is his wife and children and i heard him say marriage was the best thing to happen yo him ? 😭😭😭😭.

  • @sugarbomb26
    @sugarbomb262 жыл бұрын

    I’m lost for words Sergei. The world needs more of you and this sweet man Jogi. Despite living in terrible conditions, being cheated by his employer and unable to see his family, this magnificent man could not stop smiling. His warmth touched my heart. I am going to share this video with my huge family in London to help you get more views. Your channel is 5 star documentary film making. I’m watching from USA.

  • @simonpeterebongaKampala
    @simonpeterebongaKampala2 жыл бұрын

    I am from Uganda and I had an uncle who came back from Russia after going for studies during the 80's together with Jogi. I can't imagine life in this tough environment. Ugandans are survivors. Vasya please make an online follow-up video with his family in Uganda and lets see their smiles-miles from each other

  • @shahid8545
    @shahid85452 жыл бұрын

    When you truly know self the outside world starts to become more and more meaningless. This strong African fellow has seen some rough days and likely has a million stories and plenty of wisdom. The condition looks downtrodden but his spirit is warm and vibrant. I hope for him good days and much peace in his life. If there were an avenue to help him I would surely jump at the chance.

  • @codydody
    @codydody2 жыл бұрын

    Wow, this guy tugs on my heart string. What a positive day of light he brings.

  • @lindablake6022
    @lindablake60222 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing his story. I enjoyed his positive and friendly attitude.

  • @aryannakandsisterskenya9063
    @aryannakandsisterskenya90632 жыл бұрын

    Am a Kenyan neigboring Uganda, I feel Jogi is at peace in Russia, all he need is financial boost to improve his life, and live a decent life.

  • @rhodexteejeymweemba638
    @rhodexteejeymweemba6382 жыл бұрын

    He's got an uplifting spirit, despite not having much and being deprived of a better living environment

  • @aturogs1954
    @aturogs19542 жыл бұрын

    It's like I'm dreaming of the way he lives his life. Even though you can call it poor and maybe, boring to present standards of living. Peace and quiet. Open air. Large piece of land. He's RICH in some other way. And he's GENUINELY HAPPY! I envy him. I just wished I'd moved to Russia long ago.

  • @grateful9672

    @grateful9672

    2 жыл бұрын

    Being Rich is not the essence of happinesses otherwise suicide rates would be VERY LOW AMONGST THE RICH.

  • @dawnatkinson3032
    @dawnatkinson30322 жыл бұрын

    I love his spirit!! I am from Soutb Africa so I can appreciate his bubbly personality & outlook on life. What a lovely person!!❤❤🇿🇦🇿🇦

  • @ssemwangaremmy7998
    @ssemwangaremmy79982 жыл бұрын

    HEAL THE WORLD TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE.....thx mr sergey for promoting MJ's slogan.....and providing a kind heart to this ugandan.

  • @pilotsproject
    @pilotsproject2 жыл бұрын

    it's so refreshing to see these type of intercultural real life stories. thanks for making this possible.