kramn
Jamaican expat in South Africa
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Jamaican
Registration: 16 June 2013
Tutor for Swahili by Chloe F
Hi, I was wondering if anyone has a recommendation for a tutor who can teach swahili. I can't afford a professional school, but if anyone knows of a private tutor who can teach me for a few hours a week at a reasonable price I'd be grateful for ...
Best of luck in learning. I hear Swahili is one of the easiest languages to learn. Unfortunately it isn't one of the languages here on SA. Enjoy! Read More
Cell Phone Service SHOCK
Yes you really cannot. I get really frustrated with the way cellphone service operates here, definitely makes me miss what it's like in the states. The hardest thing to get used to is the slow internet and the cost! Unlimited plans cost an arm and a ... Read More
Want to Relocate, Tired of USA
I think Cape Town would be the place to be. Visited there a few times and absolutely loved it. I think it's a lot nicer than Durban, definitely has a livelier feel to it. And it's just gorgeous! You can definitely find places near the water in Cape ... Read More
Studying in South Africa
Yes, I was just going to suggest that. UNISA is the largest and best from what I have heard. Check it out. Read More
Where to go out in Pretoria?
I can only name one or two: Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens. Irene Village Mall theatre since it's one of the cleanest and comfortable ones I have been to. If I think of any others I will post again. Read More
Learning the Languages by pikkewyntjie
It is interesting to know that English is the joint 5th most spoken language in South Africa - but is the business language of choice. Just out of interest, how many of you have attempted/learnt some of the official languages of South Africa ...
I would love to learn some of the languages but are their resources out there that can help, other than learning from someone? Most of our friends are from different countries. Read More
An American and new to the South African life. Few questions... by officialtaf
Hello! My name's Taf and I've been in SA for about a month now attending at University of Wits. It seems like people are a little "clique"-ish and not keen on conversation much on campus and I've been trying to understand why. Its been kind of ...
I agree with "fingerlickskitchen". South Africans, more so black South Africans are just not friendly. You have better luck with coloreds who are by far the friendliest people I have ever met. I think it has to do with them seeing you as black and ... Read More