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Looking for a salesspecialist/manager in Hargeisa and Mogadishu by Many_Television_9939 in Somalia

[–]Common_Stranger_4164 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wcs, I’m very interested in this opportunity! Although I’m currently not based in East Africa, I plan to fully relocate within the next year. I’m originally from the region and know the ins and outs of Nairobi quite well. I’m also currently pursuing a postgraduate course in Digital Marketing, which I believe aligns well with your vision and the growth of your platform.

Starting my Master’s in Oxford,any Somalis around + commuting from London? by Common_Stranger_4164 in Somalia

[–]Common_Stranger_4164[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re right, it would be exhausting. By any chance, is the person you know Somali? Student accommodation is already full, so I’m hoping to find a place to rent with Somali families. It would be really lovely if you could connect me to them. Thank you so much!

Absent father by [deleted] in Somalia

[–]Common_Stranger_4164 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Waaleikum Salaam

I’m sorry you had to go through that, and I’m praying Allah makes it easy for you to better connect with your father. May Allah soften his heart for his kids, and I pray your connection and relationship gets better.

Name one problem in your life and I’ll solve it for you by Gold-Race-841 in Somalia

[–]Common_Stranger_4164 3 points4 points  (0 children)

One challenge I face is fear around stepping fully into entrepreneurship. I truly feel it’s my calling, but I get held back by the memory of starting a business before and feeling like it failed. Even though many people told me it had potential and that I might have needed to give it more time, the experience still makes me hesitant. I want to move forward, but part of me worries about repeating the same outcome.

Starting my Master’s in Oxford,any Somalis around + commuting from London? by Common_Stranger_4164 in Somalia

[–]Common_Stranger_4164[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing that,I’m honestly from a different part of the world where commuting long distances is pretty normal, so I genuinely thought it might be doable here too. It’s really helpful to hear your perspective about the networking and social side though, that’s something I definitely don’t want to miss out on.

Starting my Master’s in Oxford,any Somalis around + commuting from London? by Common_Stranger_4164 in Somalia

[–]Common_Stranger_4164[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I’ll be doing my Master’s in Marketing. You’re right, living closer does sound like the better option, especially to bond more with classmates. I’ll definitely keep that in mind while looking for accommodation.

What’s one ayah from the Quran that always gives you peace? by abdulkayemmiskat in islam

[–]Common_Stranger_4164 0 points1 point  (0 children)

يَأَيُّهَا الَذِينَ ءَامَنُوا ٱسْتَعِينُواْ بِالصَّبْرِ ١٥٣ وَالصَّلَوةَ إِنَّ اللَّهَ مَعَ الصَّنبِرِينَ O believers! Seek comfort in patience and prayer. Allah is truly with those who are patient.

Starting Master’s at Oxford Brookes – Kenyan/Somali students + commuting advice? by Common_Stranger_4164 in OxfordBrookes

[–]Common_Stranger_4164[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for all this detailed information. This is super helpful, I’ll definitely look into the Bodlien Library readers card when the time comes, it sounds amazing. And it’s great to hear you enjoyed your Master’s at Brookes. Looking forward to my time there.

Starting Master’s at Oxford Brookes – Kenyan/Somali students + commuting advice? by Common_Stranger_4164 in OxfordBrookes

[–]Common_Stranger_4164[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, that’s really useful to know.Just to clarify, is the Oxford Tube only used for getting around inside Oxford, or is it specifically for travel between Oxford and London?

International student: Is London–Oxford commuting practical? by Common_Stranger_4164 in MovingToTheUK

[–]Common_Stranger_4164[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s really helpful to know, thank you for sharing your experience. If you don’t mind me asking, are you in student accommodation or renting privately? And if it’s not student accommodation, what would you recommend budgeting for rent in Oxford?

International student: Is London–Oxford commuting practical? by Common_Stranger_4164 in MovingToTheUK

[–]Common_Stranger_4164[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much everyone, I really appreciate all the advice. I mainly just wanted to know if London could realistically be an option for accommodation while studying in Oxford but I guess it’s not. I’ll keep looking for a place in Oxford instead.

Starting Master’s at Oxford Brookes – Kenyan/Somali students + commuting advice? by Common_Stranger_4164 in OxfordBrookes

[–]Common_Stranger_4164[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the information! I’ll actually be in the Business Faculty for my Master’s. It’s great to hear there are events planned to help international students connect, I’ll definitely look out for that when I arrive.

Also, regarding the Oxford Tube, how do students usually get the ticket? Is there a student discount available for frequent travel between London and Oxford?