Ed’s note: This is the third installment from Rich Laburn. It was quintessential rural South Africa. The muddy roads, established Marula trees and concrete huts which had been sneezed across the Bushbuckridge lowveld. Amidst the random scatterings of the village, little boys played soccer in torn and faded Manchester United... [view entry]

Here is the next batch of tips to keep in mind when the Consumer Protection Act comes into effect in October 2010. Until then, remember that you can use the getclosure complaints management system to submit complaints about any South African supplier. All businesses have the opportunity to respond to... [view entry]

Who’d have thunk it right? I know, I was fairly taken aback reading this too. Those of us who choose to live here know why we do (or can’t leave for whatever reason) but many of us can recognise the great reasons that keep us here. I didn’t think that... [view entry]

Ed’s note: This is the second blog post in a series written by Rich Laburn. “Let your intentions be good – embodied in good thoughts, cheerful words, & unselfish deeds – & the world will be to you a bright and happy place in which to work & play &... [view entry]

KuduClub, in collaboration with the ATKV, Jukebox, kykNET, Rapport and OFM, are offering one lucky family the opportunity to bring a loved one home for Christmas. Recognising that returning home to spend the festive season with the family is what all homesick expats long for, KuduClub – the online subscription... [view entry]

Following on from my first post about the Consumer Protection Act, here are a couple more bite-sized chunks about the new legislation to help you get to grips with how it will affect your life and help you to realise your rights as a South African citizen. 1. The Act... [view entry]

Ed’s note: This post is a guest post from Rich Laburn who has worked extensively in the South African bush and currently at Londolozi Private Game Reserve. This is the first of four posts that Rich will be writing. There is nothing quite like South African wildlife. It is impressive... [view entry]

Isn’t this interesting? Oxford University has singled out South Africa is it’s “Place of the year” for 2009. This in light of the 2010 World Cup, the string of films being produced about South Africa or by South Africans. Words from the Oxford University Press: I dare you to watch... [view entry]

In line with the Don’t Complain Campaign, we would like to congratulate South African businesses that have listened to their customers feedback and have impressed them with top quality customer service.  Here are a couple of great examples from the getclosure compliments section: Supplier: First National Bank Supplier Branch:... [view entry]

In a unanimous vote from the UN, Nelson Mandela day has gone international. Here’s the press release I received: The resolution was unanimously adopted yesterday, with the support of all UN member states and co-sponsorship of over 165 members, from all regions of the world. This represents the overwhelming support... [view entry]