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Vacancy | Library Intern Swellendam

Get paid to sort, scan, deliver, and possibly dodge falling books as an EPWP Intern at Swellendam Library Service. Must sport Grade 12 education, youth (18-35 years), computer skills, and excellent verbal/written chatter. Offers are open only for the Swellendam crowd. Apply before 15 March 2023. Go, go, go!

2023-03-12 0

A Moment Out of the Sands of Time

In a time when time is literally money, here’s a quirky inch-high bottle of time, a forgotten but used-to-be-handy surfing and telephony companion, that ignites a night of dreaded listlessness. It inspires hypnotic contemplation and a startling realization: maybe this relentless hourglass has the power to pause after all!

2021-12-30 0

Namibian Currency

Each country have a currency unique to itself. In Namibia, both South African Rands and Namibian Dollars is accepted as payment for services and goods. These two currencies trade one to one, although it seems like the South African Rand… Continue Reading →

2021-06-26 0

Navigating Lockdowns: Personal Reflections on Lost Opportunities

A photo of a reflection of the road behind in the rear view mirror of a Toyota Aygo 2013 while driving in Namibia. Taken by Anthony Gillespie ta dXine.co.za

Life during pandemic times: A tumultuous blend of constant travel, vanishing job offers, and precariously teetering freelance work. But wait, it’s not all gloom! Sprinkle in a chaos-induced family reunion after 40 years, the stressful soothing of a stressed mum in isolation, and a stubbornly elusive passport from Namibia. Who says variety is dead?

2021-05-17 0

Platz am Meer: Your Coastal Shopping Retreat

A Unique Shopping Experience Nestled along the stunning coastline of Swakopmund, Namibia, Platz am Meer is a unique shopping destination that captures the essence of coastal living. This charming mall, a relatively recent addition to the town’s landscape, offers a… Continue Reading →

2021-05-14 0

Travel | Walvis Bay Salt Pans

A small building sitting on the edge of a salt pan in Walvis Bay, Namibia

Prepare to swap reality for the realm of the unknown as you explore the cosmic vistas of Walvis Bay’s Salt Works. Think alien landscapes, balletic birds, and a backdrop that smells a bit like sulphur. It’s a mix of sci-fi fantasy and a salt shaker’s dream, complete with the unsung symphony of industrial toil. Don’t be fooled, behind the wonder and charm hides a gritty dance with nature!

2021-05-12 0