Traditions and everyday life in South Africa

Festivals, family customs, favourite places and everyday traditions, written by members of Global Penfriends who live in South Africa. Each cultural keepsake is a short note about life where they are.

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Personal keepsakes from members in South Africa

Moments from members' own lives: family traditions, favourite places, hobbies and memories, some from other countries they love.

Braai BBQ
Activity

Braai BBQ

A braai is almost like a BBQ but with a South African take to it. We make big fires and grill meat, vegetables, scewers and even desserts on it. We usually do it on weekends but the biggeste braais are for celebrations and…

Shared by CRS2907
I Could Die
Everyday life

I Could Die

An Australian R&B Trio. I Listen To Their Music When I'm In My Feels Or To Just Cheer Me Up. They May Not Be As Famous As I Want Them To Be Or Get The Recognition They Deserve. But I Personally Love Them And Hope You Will Too

Shared by Anonymous1322
Barberton Daisya
Everyday life

Barberton Daisya

This is a place I want 20 with someone I loved very very much you recently passed away but apparently a change the lights and I used to go there and it was the happiest place I've ever been was in barberton South Africa.

Shared by JUdirh. Shivva
Weekend Hikes
Activity

Weekend Hikes

I love going out into nature as much as I can. A part of my routine is to going on hikes. One of my favorite hiking trails is at Walter Sisulu Park. It has become something I do with my sister too in our binding time.

Shared by Sprkl
Life on campus
Place

Life on campus

This is just a brief look into my campus life. It usually consists of roaming campus window shopping or book shopping. Going to different cafe to study with friends and doing as much workshops as I possible can.

Shared by Debbie_rsa_gh
Heritage day in S.A.
Event

Heritage day in S.A.

We celebrate this day through outlet clothing, food and decorations as this is how we as a rainbow nation share our holiday. My favourite part about these holidays is the clothes that the different cultures wear.

Shared by Thxto.sshi
Rover scout Activities
Everyday life

Rover scout Activities

I am in a Rover Crew where we go out in nature together and hang out in this picture everyone put their scarfs on me my friend told me I resemble the fox with many tails. I love being a Rover scout.

Shared by Scribblebug18
Merweville Church
Place

Merweville Church

This is a beautiful little Church situated in the center of this little town called Merweville! I enjoyed capturing these beautiful images of the architecture of this old building.

Shared by Monsoon
western cape south africa
Activity

western cape south africa

There is a cave like hiking trip that you can go up and learn about the culture of my country. Halfway to the very top you can overlook the ocean and the mountains.

Shared by Ila008
Day in Cape Town
Place

Day in Cape Town

We started with a walk in Cpt and went to Truth Coffee, which is a steam punk aesthetic cafe with amazing coffee and we ended the day in the Waterfront.

Shared by Yu-Ra
Visiting Durban
Place

Visiting Durban

This was my vacation to Durban in 2019. I really love this place so much and would even like to perhaps move here in the near future.

Shared by Riskaa
Being with family
Family life

Being with family

I love to spend time with my family and be with them in holidays like Christmas and new years just to be together .

Shared by Shirea
Ledy world
Place

Ledy world

Feel free. Have time to think. Breathe. A place I come to when I need a breather and a space to just be and think.

Shared by Naledy
horse racing
Activity

horse racing

I love horse racing. Dressing up for the occasions and fashion. I have my blue and black colours. Its fun.

Shared by rayy
Gold Reef City
Activity

Gold Reef City

Gold Reef City is a theme park. It has a lot of rides, food etc. People enjoy it because of the rides.

Shared by XD0910
Johannesburg life
Place

Johannesburg life

I’ve lived in South Africa, Johannesburg for my whole life and would love to share everything about it

Shared by CassBessa
relaxing after school
Everyday life

relaxing after school

I stay at home and relax after a long day at school, I like walking around the park and watching birds

Shared by Nthabiseng
Protea, National flower
Everyday life

Protea, National flower

This is South Africa’s national flower, the Protea. It is also on the coins of South Africa.

Shared by Okxie15
Going to markets
Activity

Going to markets

Going to markets filled with small businesses and interesting food and activities.

Shared by TW23
Family Time
Everyday life

Family Time

Holiday, outings, family fun, Gatbour Cape Town , campsbay, waterfront

Shared by MHA
My dog Sailor
Event

My dog Sailor

My dog, Sailor. He is a pomeranian and I got him for my 10th birthday

Shared by Caartjies
Christmas Tree
Faith

Christmas Tree

Christmas in summer celebration, Christmas tree for the gift giving.

Shared by KaelaB

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