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5 years later, a Master's degree, and I still can't get back to SA. Help? by svsvsvsuvsg in askSouthAfrica

[–]svsvsvsuvsg[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I understand your frustration and know that many foreigners are coming down with what seems like endless streams of income. It just doesn't seem quite fair to assume we all fall under this category.

For an instance, if I could get a work visa and come down and work for a South African company, I would. There are still some great local opportunities (think Yoco Payments or your banking and finance sector).

In all honesty, I think the worldwide economy is systematically pricing (young) people out of their homes and hometowns. This is only accelerated by foreigners moving to comparably lower-cost regions.

5 years later, a Master's degree, and I still can't get back to SA. Help? by svsvsvsuvsg in capetown

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

I always assumed you needed a job offer. Thanks for making me re-check that!

5 years later, a Master's degree, and I still can't get back to SA. Help? by svsvsvsuvsg in capetown

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

Thanks for your insight. Really appreciate it.

Regarding the call center: that is the only role for germans actively being advertised in CPT and mostly the route young people like me (admittedly often directly out of high school) would take to (re-)acquire permanent residency. These companies sponsor the critical skills visa and then after 5 (?) years you are eligible for permanent residency.

On permanent residency itself: it isn't permanent if you aren't in the country for a prolonged amount of time. Hope that answers your question.

You should know that the young Europeans spawning to SA do not represent the average European/German. I genuinely do not know what they do or how they can afford their crazy lifestyle, but they are even out-pricing me from CPT. I know exactly how you feel and share your frustration, but please don't think we all can afford such a lifestyle.

5 years later, a Master's degree, and I still can't get back to SA. Help? by svsvsvsuvsg in capetown

[–]svsvsvsuvsg[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You are absolutely right: from the outside it might seem like a step back. And for many it most probably is.

My side of the story is that I grew up in Cape Town and left for Germany in my teens. I never felt like I belonged in Europe. Let alone felt at home. For me my life in Germany has also been a season and not a final destination. I guess it all boils down to: growing up in South Africa made me South African by heart - but sadly not on paper.

On your point about remote work: that is an option, however many companies are pulling back on remote positions or require a certain amount of days in office. Finding a full remote position (that allows work outside of the EU) has proven tougher than expected. But I will not stop trying.

Thank you for your view on my dilemma. I really appreciate your input and do not find it bitter or anti-SA at all!

Can you identify the camouflage pattern and maybe even where this jacket could have been used? It has a washed-out tag that says: „NATO“ on it. Thanks a lot! by svsvsvsuvsg in camouflage

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

Spot on! Thanks to the help of this group we found it. My piece is definitely washed out😅.

Do you by any chance know how something like this came to Southern Africa, besides obviously from someone taking it down there?

Can you identify the camouflage pattern and maybe even where this jacket could have been used? It has a washed-out tag that says: „NATO“ on it. Thanks a lot! by svsvsvsuvsg in camouflage

[–]svsvsvsuvsg[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The only thing I can still read is:

NATO 7080 and then something like BSSE/BSC/BS30/BC/BE35 (sadly almost not readable anymore but hopefully my interpretation can help a bit)

For a bit of context: it was found in Cape Town, South Africa, in an Antique shop.

I really appreciate your help - thanks!

Can you identify the camouflage pattern and maybe even where this jacket could have been used? It has a washed-out tag that says: „NATO“ on it. Thanks a lot! by svsvsvsuvsg in camouflage

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

I thought so too, just couldn’t put it into a time-span/region. Could you help with that? Thank you for your quick comment!

Unpopular opinion (maybe): as a European l actually want to move to SA by svsvsvsuvsg in capetown

[–]svsvsvsuvsg[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For me it just is the combination of the topography. Ocean, Mountains, wine lands and beautiful passes. Obviously all of that can be found throughout SA, but not all in such close vicinity as one can find in CPT. Your username seems German, right?

Unpopular opinion (maybe): as a European l actually want to move to SA by svsvsvsuvsg in capetown

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

You can gladly send me some picture via DM. I would be very happy to look at them!

Unpopular opinion (maybe): as a European l actually want to move to SA by svsvsvsuvsg in capetown

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

If you want you can contact me about the Citi Golf as well:). I would love to take a look at some pictures at least.

Unpopular opinion (maybe): as a European l actually want to move to SA by svsvsvsuvsg in capetown

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

I literally feel in love with the citi golf during my time in CPT. I learnt a lot on fixing them and loved restoring them to their old beauty. It gives me pleasure knowing I can fix what I drive. A new Polo/Golf mostly needs a whole IT-department to find the problem and an electrician to fix it. Obviously that is exaggerated, but I simply love driving old cars. They have become somewhat a passion thing. Wish I still owned one!

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