Introduction

Around this time last year I handed in my motivation letter to apply for the exchange to South Africa and now it is reality. After having had my goodbyes and a pleasant flight I was back in South Africa which I last visited ten years ago.

During my eight week stay I will be posting 2 to 3 times a week (when possible), telling you about my adventures and talking about the ongoing issues here in South Africa.

I have now spent my first two days with my host family, getting settled and enjoying the weather. A couple things struck me these two days. First of all the issue of what race you are is huge. A colored person gets into university easier than a white individual. Another big topic is which school is best. Unlike in the Netherlands, schools literally compete with each other in everything. It is extremely competitive, especially when it comes down to sports. I don't what to get into it to much because I am sure I'll be writing about it more in the near future.

Today, during my game of golf (I am terrible) I made a shocking discovery. The estate's neighbor is a nuclear power plant...! I don't mind it at all, it just a crazy thought. I also sorted out my uniform the other day. Black pointy shoes with a blazer and neat trousers. My mother will be proud to see me in that. 

So far the exchange has been great, although it officially starts on Wednesday. I haven't been doing a lot, but I don't need anything more than I have now to make me happy. I'll keep you updated on what is going on, and please tell me what you would like to read about.

I am trying to get some pictures asap, so please be patient :)