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What Namibians think of South Africa - And the truth.

I have been in Windhoek just over a week and I love it here. Although yesterday was unbearably hot I couldn't function. Having spent a week in Windhoek meeting the locals, there are some misconceptions (can't think of a better word at this point) that Namibians have about South Africans. I have put together the 5 that I have dealt with almost daily... 5. Kapana is like Shisanyama. Honey, No. I might not be a carnivore but the 2 aren't the same thing. Shisanyama, you buy your meat and braai/bbq it yourself. Usually at a watering hole. Kapana is what we would call chicken dust, but it's beef strips. 4. Windhoek is like Johannesburg.. you hear this mostly from the locals who have never been to Johannesburg. So cute! Windhoek is like Nelspruit. But we forgive you. 3. Soweto is a very dangerous place. I don't want to go there. I've felt safer in Soweto than in Sandton. That's just me. From my experience, Soweto is much safer than Katitura. Quot...

A Family at Once In Cape Town

Welcome to Once. You know that feeling you get when you walk into a new place and you are instantly inspired? When you are a creative good energy is everything. An environment that inspires you is everything. Let me introduce you to Cape Towns All star hotel and backpackers – Once In Cape Town . Eat. Sleep. Explore. Once In Cape Town Welcome Pack This is a home for budget travellers. After checking and walking around my home for the next 3 days, I just wanted to get on my social media accounts to tell everyone about this amazing place I would be staying in. Once in Cape Town reminded me why I love doing what I do and why I do what I love. Also, my true purpose in Cape Town and my mission to promote budget African travel and lifestyle. Minnie Mouse eats a giant slice of  pizza The beautiful thing about staying at Once is you will never feel like a tourist or a stranger. There is a community of travellers from all over the world. There is a fun fill...