Ms. Ajalo and her three siblings were raised by a single mother, and relatives helped her with everything from school fees to groceries and even medical bills.
“It's not a burden, it's a community support,” she told the BBC.
But after watching Mr Majimbo's video, she understood what the social media star was talking about, especially since the Ugandan was now in a position to help other families.
“It may be hard, it may be frustrating, but we need it. No one is an island. We have to help each other in some way.”
Dr. Chipo Dendere, an assistant professor of African studies at Wellesley College in the United States, argues that the need for a “black tax” has its roots in colonialism.
A system of oppression that concentrated resources in the hands of colonial powers or a small number of settlers made it impossible for the majority to accumulate wealth.
“This has resulted in many black families losing their inheritances for generations,” said Professor Dendere.
In many cases, inequality was not resolved even after independence, but rather repeated.
Dr Dendere added that “black tax” payments can often become an “endless cycle”, as money sent to family only temporarily plugs a hole that will later open again.
Another factor is that, unlike wealthier countries, many African countries cannot afford to pay for more than basic health care, adequate pensions or school fees. As a result, the wealthiest person in the family has to foot the bill, Dr. Dendre said.
“There is no pension fund in the country. We are the pensioners. Families do the work of the government.
“Ubuntu is why we give. We have to take care of each other.”
According to the International Fund for Agricultural Development, African migrants will send home an estimated $95 billion (£72 billion) in 2023 – roughly the size of Kenya’s economy.
