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@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Finding gratitude in the discomfort is crucial, especially when moving from the US to Africa. What scares you the most about making your move to the Continent?
@providetriggersforevolutio3748 Жыл бұрын
What scares me the most are as follows: Social isolation and being vulnerable in the process of creating community. A fear of being taken advantage of particularly from a fiscal standpoint as I would be identified as a “foreigner.”
@TheDerekCrosson Жыл бұрын
Visit the lower KwaZulu-Natal south coast when you get a chance. Stay in Manaba Beach in Margate 😊 Edit: I’m originally from KZN and I moved back here after a few years in Joburg. I wear shorts and t shirts every day and can sea the ocean from inside my apartment. I can also walk to the beach and the water is still warm enough to swim in winter.
@Tiy11 Жыл бұрын
@@providetriggersforevolutio3748That’s our original origin even if you’ve never been there. We all come from 1 place is Afrika. That’s where your ancestors came from. That’s why it’s called the motherland
@providetriggersforevolutio3748 Жыл бұрын
@@Tiy11 Totally concur and have traveled to the continent many times to 11 countries thus far. I am very well aware of my ancestry; nonetheless, I have been treated by many continental Africans as “white” or a “foreigner or non-African.
@thembi9645 Жыл бұрын
@@providetriggersforevolutio3748treated like a foreigner in your forefathers land 🤔
@wot4922 Жыл бұрын
No-one can control everything Ashley. All we can do is manage things the best we can✌🇿🇦
@Akwakween Жыл бұрын
JHB is best for businesses. Capetown is for tourist business and attractions and is really cold and windy like SF. Durban has more warm tropical weather. Even the ocean is warmer. I’m still exploring Durban though to see what it’s best for. But JHB is a happy medium. Just visit the surrounding provinces or countries around when the weather changes if need be.
@lalina1304 Жыл бұрын
The dryness is more of a JHB thing rather than a South African thing. Visit the coast to take a break from the dryness 😅 The dryness was too much for me too when I moved to JHB from KwaZulu Natal. Even my natural 4C hair was brittle in JHB and needed way more moisturising.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips!
@AGirlNamedVan Жыл бұрын
Lol I suffered moving to Pretoria from cape town. And when I returned to cape town I couldn't be more happier to breath fresh breathable air .I even missed the winter rain and the wind. But I will miss the thunderstorms and beautiful skies over there
@blade_347 Жыл бұрын
Facts
@lethumusamathonsi6011 Жыл бұрын
That's true here in the coast we can even get away with not wearing lotion sometimes
@lalina1304 Жыл бұрын
@@lethumusamathonsi6011 yes! 😄
@neomobango584 Жыл бұрын
I'm sorry ashley , This is the coldest weather we have had in the last 5 years. South Africa has 9months of warm weather and 3 months of cold weather. Petoria is the warmest city in Gauteng or the West Rand of JHB is warmer. Provinces that are not too cold during winter are Limpopo, Northwest and Durban. This is the most coldest we have been, and the damn Loadshedding is back .
@MusehanaH Жыл бұрын
Correct, I am in Cape atown and haven't experienced this cold in a long time. We are having the real CT winter 😂
@thembi9645 Жыл бұрын
@@MusehanaHyohhh tell m about it, it seems like we are worse in CT 😅. May and June we had floods nd July is damn freezing , I wonder what’s in store in August 😅🤦🏽♀️
@tsekisohlokwe301 Жыл бұрын
You have never been in north west its colder than gauteng
@spati0809 Жыл бұрын
Cape Town Winter is miserable. Rain, windy and cold. Durban is great.
@ciminot1222 Жыл бұрын
People always make the mistake of assuming its Africa so therefore it must be hot all year round. Tourists are always shocked when they visit and its cold. I am Cape Townian and since I can remember it snows almost every year on the mountain and its snows in Ceres and Matroosberg (1.5 hour drive from Cape Town) almost every year.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
We definitely make that mistake
@sherrisolomon2843 Жыл бұрын
@@AshleyinAfrikaWow! 😮😮😮 I can't believe it actually snows it South Africa.
@OKUHLEMZINYATHI100 Жыл бұрын
@@sherrisolomon2843 Lol it snows in many places in South Africa. But not very thick snow that you can't get out the door.
@thabo3866 3 ай бұрын
@@sherrisolomon2843 it does
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
I found a homemade face mask recipe; 1 egg, honey, and olive oil. Who knows, this could be the beginning of a billion-rand skincare line.🤑
@Hloksthegreat2 Жыл бұрын
Go for it, my sister. Opportunities are endless here if you are prepared to explore and seize them.
@jamesstewart4402 Жыл бұрын
Hey there Ashley, I too do not like this winter cold. However, it will soon be over. Next month when you will notice the winds, that is nature showing us that the season is about to change and the cold will go. I moved to ZA in 1981 when it was not a good time and I could not get to understanding any logic around apartheid. However, I just knew that change will happen and I wanted to be a part of the change. I am so glad I stayed and by 1994 I had become a ZA citizen. The rest is history as they say. Keep the great videos coming. Stay warm and safe. J
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this beautiful perspective. Change will come 🇿🇦
@000T00b Жыл бұрын
As someone deep in my mid life, I have only experienced snow in Joburg twice. I didn’t get any snow in my neighbourhood like other areas did , it’s definitely not a common occurrence. But I agree with you about the dry skin. Winter happens to be my favourite season in Joburg, and for nice moist, plump skin during this season I highly recommend using 3 drops of castor oil on each side of your face. Massage in gently all over, including over eyelids, it’s a treat for your skin, and even your hair. The healing properties of organic, hexane-free castor oil are also well known.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Castor oil!! Grabbing some tomorrow. Can’t wait to try this
@starknight1244 Жыл бұрын
And the weather differ from province to province, which I found weird since a young South African, I am from North West, I come to Gauteng I feel cold but if I go visit makulu in limpopo there a dramatic change in weather.
@lisalee1675 Жыл бұрын
Am from the carribean, lived in new york. And walking in snow wearing heavy coat etc was litterly terrifying experience, atvthe age of 15 but i learned to adapt quickly and cry to my mom to go back to my sunshine country ,so don't be discouraged, you're a strong black woman .😊
@parrotsitter7916 Жыл бұрын
Hi Ashley, South Africa is big! I am from the South coast where there is tropical weather 😊 I never moved to Johannesburg for greener pastures, never did because of the cold! I am now living in Greece and winters are worse than Johannesburg winters😅 explore the rest of South Africa
@aphiwemsomi. Жыл бұрын
You can't control what nature does. When winter season comes along stay indoors more. No matter where you go within a country the will be an unpleasant day or terrible weather at some point. Something in you chose Joburg so just take it all in the will be better experiences.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
I'm taking it ALL. Even the cold 😅
@kiranholt3296 Жыл бұрын
I understand how you feel. My move was from NYC to Alabama, to be near my family. I absolutely hate Alabama. It was like slamming into a brickwall when it came to the difference in culture, diversity, intellect, etc. I moved back to NYC in 2.5 years bc I was unwilling to dumb myself down and stuff down everything I learned in nyc about myself about life and about how to hustle and survive mentally and physcially. I knew it wasn't just a season of unhappiness, i HATED Alabama. At first I felt trapped and I felt like I needed to plan my escape. The alabama city planners purposefully keep Alabamians as ignorant as possible by not allowing national or international convention or music festivals to come to the state, just Alabama football. The atmosphere in Montgomery, the capital, was like the 1600s. I have ptsd from that experience. I still go visit my family, but I don't stay long.
@Jstar697 Жыл бұрын
😂 your post
@rubydawnintl Жыл бұрын
same from California to Florida. I lasted 5 years and ran out of there asap. the type of racism that is integral to that culture - I Hated it. Just couldn't accept it. But moving from USA to Nigeria was Perfect for me on so many levels. I love almost everything especially being Free from Racism.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
I’m so happy that this post resonated with you. Thank you for sharing your experience
@msthang5366 Жыл бұрын
I Commend you for your bravery!! Trust, I understand about PTSD
@bobmarley4272 Жыл бұрын
@@rubydawnintl Good. Keep woke politics away from the south. No more Atlantas.
@earlrichsears7675 Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU ASHLEY, I ALWAYS LOVE YOUR WORDS OF WISDOM & SO APPRECIATE YOUR CHANNEL WITH MUCH LOVE TO YOU AND THE GIRLS AND I KNOW MANY APPRECIATE YOUR CHANNEL AND SHALOM BE BLESSED IN YOUR JOURNEYS THERE , ALSO I’M A WARM WEATHER PERSON AS WELL SO I FEEL YOU, PLUS YES ITS JUST THE FOOD MAYBE. EVERYONE MISSES!!
@NOVACUNITC Жыл бұрын
Yep it's cold in South Africa which was shocking to me since I thought it was a warm weather place year around . I'm here on a work assignment in Pretoria but originally from New Orleans . We dont experience snow here even though we are 45 mins apart . Despite load shedding which was the biggest adjustment, I love my time here thus far.
@Deco_2k Жыл бұрын
I don't know if its dumb u guys dumb or slow, bro South Africa is close to the South Pole I never set foot in South Africa I and know its cold down there, even back then we use to see on tv the South African them wearing their jacket! so I really have to wonder if its dumbs you guys dumb or slow, or it would be a case where they never teach u guys global studies in school //
@kaybeeMoAfrika Жыл бұрын
It will get better in a few weeks. It's great to have cold weather so that you can truly enjoy spring. I do feel for you since you're from the south here in the states. My advice is to visit Durban for its tropical weather, especially during school break. Joburg is the vibe for me, the good and the bad.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Can't wait!
@artistjim114 11 ай бұрын
You helped us out a lot. We wanted to move there for about 3 years now, and you are helping us with our decision. Thanks!
@spati0809 Жыл бұрын
I loved the snow Ashley. We do not get it that often. It is a novelty for us. Stay warm.
@earlrichsears7675 Жыл бұрын
I HAD TO SAY YOU MADE A SMART CHOICE IN STAYING THERE OF COURSE SO STAY BLESSED AND SAFE WITH YOUR FAMILY!!
@scottowensbyable Жыл бұрын
I grew up in a career military family. We would live across the world in many different climate zones. Cultural and racial challenges. I am so grateful for all of those experiences now as an adult. Its okay to have your own preferences in people, places, and climates.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
I agree, and the benefits definitely outweigh the challenges.
@britjj5126 11 ай бұрын
Do you now have a preference, or can you live anywhere in the world?
@rainbowtrust6347 Жыл бұрын
Born and grew up in Cape Town, got married, live in JBG, and love both cities and the whole country, I'm saying, sister Ashley welcome to SA and smarter move to pick JBG , I know what I'm talking about. JBG has four seasons. Two seasons prepares you for the transition to harsher seasons. After summer which is hot to mild for a period of three months , come a season called Autumn , which is warm and slightly cold. Autumn is from March to May and is preparing you to colder and harshest Winter season. that is. June to August. The worst season in all provinces of SA . Then from June to August is the harshness weather that you have recently experienced. The last transaction is in September to November called Springs , where change clicks on. Very nice weather where everything comes to life eg vegetation get green, trees growing leaves, fruit trees blooming flowers birds returning from hiding and people filling streets and malls, and braai spot getting busier again. All that come to life and all is well again until rain season announced itself, which is the part of the very Summer, HOT and RAINY , I mean raaiiiin that start in mid September to June. Then December to March ie is summer. Gauteng has more rain in SA until winter starts in June. Maybe that's why we never lack water even when they say preserve it in case we might struggle with at some point, but water mhmm uhm , not Gauteng, not in that sense. It's true that JBG is the best in everything and is good for business. People are warmer, friendlier much welcoming and entertaining. Freedom that's JBG. Good choice sister and welcome to Gauteng province and stay well we've got your back. Remember Johannesburg is the most developed, most populated , and most diverse to a point there will be some crime spot here and there at some areas like any most populated country, but not all of it . Many good places to choose like Rosebank or Fourway for example. It's up to you to choose, JBG for stay and Cape Town for summer holidays maybe. Ghebera city the most warm, friendliest people and very beautiful city and it's warmer right through the year. The city names are , friendly city, windy city and beautiful people of Xhosa nation. Visit it one day you'll see real culture / tradition, history, religion and their beliefs. But warm hearted nation. We love you stay well ❤😊
@victorbeasley7031 Жыл бұрын
Hi Ashley, I have been researching S.A. and it appears that the natives accept African Americans as family. The vibe in that country for me alone would be enough for me to compromise some inconveniences. I follow your channel because South Africa 🇿🇦 will be my 1st destination when I can iron out some personal expenses.Stay blessed Ashley, you make people wish the very best for you because you have such a beautiful soul ❤️ God bless 🙌 😊
@siyabonganxumalo4574 Жыл бұрын
Welcome back in advance.
@thembi9645 Жыл бұрын
Sweet comments 🙏🏽😊
@MosesMatsepane Жыл бұрын
Yeah the reason African Americans are seen as family is because we grew up watching and liking the same things as you guys. So it’s easier to have a conversation with a South African as and African American, than any other African. Plus we both experienced White Supremacy at its worst, there’s just a huge element of relatability. Plus we believe that you guys are the coolest black people in the world, the lingo, the swag, the attitude…etc.
@sandindamae.iwantmetowin5652 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your honest reflections regarding how we South Africans love Africa AMERICANS. It’s an amazing feeling when we actually see them coming to SA to live with us. It’s very deep and the origin of this was during our slavery here in SA called apartheid, we looked up to African Americans, you were and still our greatest inspirations and role models. We are the youngest country here in Africa since we are the last ones to be liberated from 1652 until 1994 from that EUROPEANS oppression and domination . We looked up to you during apartheid slavery, your role models whether in music industry, movies,Politics were also and still our role models and our leaders. We have DEEPEST LOVE for AFRICAN AMERICANS. It’s genuine & not fake, it’s in us, it’s an inborn phenomenon. It always bring me so much joy when I see AFRICAN AMERICANS KZfaq videos about their amazing experiences here in SA. They see the beauty we don’t see about ourselves and our country. CONSIDER COMING DOWN HERE IN SA, and you won’t be disappointed. We have amazing infrastructure, beautiful Nature including animals Safari, amazing natural food and amazing people. On top of that you will find people here who look just like you and everyone in US.
@Nashinhispresence Жыл бұрын
Natives??? Dont mean to be extra but...."natives" jus sounds like something a colonizer wud say...🤔
@Prettypoddlewilson Жыл бұрын
I heard Durban has more tropical weather. Try visiting there to get a break from the cold, but I love that South Africa has many different types of weather in each of its provinces.
@thethoughtessencepath 11 ай бұрын
Thank you for your authenticity in caring Your ight shines bright in guiding us in the right direction in identity and conciousness. Our mental preperation began years ago and we know enough to welcome struggle because we know abundance awaits those who persevere and transcend them.
@BeeBee-wu1fz Жыл бұрын
After two years I really do hate it here and that's a word I rarely use and I don't miss back home and I'm glad I have options.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that. I hope you discover the peace you desire.
@sandindamae.iwantmetowin5652 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ashley for your honesty and balanced assessment of the whole situation. South African weather patterns can be very stressful sometimes even to us South Africans. This winter season came with sickness in my whole household…something we never experienced especially my 6 years old daughter who hardly get sick. We recovered then, this cold front during this week brought down temperatures even to lower levels than before. It gets even more chilly at night, and we actually pulled my 6 years old daughter out of the crèche this week. Please, soldier on my sister, you are a very strong, gentle and loving person with lots of positivity, joy and grace. We really love AFRICAN AMERICANS and very honoured to have them living with us and among us as one of our ‘own’. We love you guys, plz don’t give up due to this cold or any other situation. South Africa, though a beautiful loving country do have some strange things such as this new phenomenon of trucks burning. These things are foreign to South Africans just as much as it is to people watching this on TV and social media. In the midst of kind, beautiful, friendly and ever nice South Africans, there are some strange characters living in our midst….truck burning characters including xenophobic ones are very strange to our ears even to us as South Africans. Please stay with us and journey with us in this new path post 1994, things are getting better and will continually getting better. The new chaps dealing with loadshedding challenges seems to be gradually providing solutions to this challenge. We have been through white oppression from 1652 until 1994 and we will continually improve and conquer all our challenges. We love you Ashley and family, hanging in there as the things will be better.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
I'm sorry to hear about the challenges in health with your family. I'm glad it is better now. Thank you for sharing your experiences and perspectives.
@leopoldnguessan4639 Жыл бұрын
As African, I didn't know there is winter in South Africa, in an African country, this is crazy
@sandindamae.iwantmetowin5652 Жыл бұрын
@@AshleyinAfrikaThank you so much for your kind words. We love you my sister!
@palesamogorosi8939 Жыл бұрын
@@leopoldnguessan4639lol so there isn't winter in other African countries? Now that's strange to me too. Yes we have four seasons in South Africa - summer, autumn, spring and winter. It can get really cold, with some parts of the country experiencing snow. That's the geography.
@jarednovel Жыл бұрын
Not a good thing when some people trash Africa on KZfaq or social media platforms just because they did not carry out enough research before coming to the continent
@Sunset0071951 Жыл бұрын
Focus! Now that the stress of Being Black in America is gone...Turn on your dreams and make them your reality! I moved from America to Barbados...never was harassed for just Being!
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
I hear that! Focus!!
@deeallen1526 Жыл бұрын
But now, the enemy is going to be black😐
@Sunset0071951 Жыл бұрын
@@deeallen1526 NEVER! We do not have time for that foolishness! We are Family! ❤️
@deeallen1526 Жыл бұрын
@@Sunset0071951 A continental african lady said this. I believe it because african blacks are the majority. It's totally different than the west.
@sylviasworld9397 Жыл бұрын
@@Sunset0071951be realistic
@martinshelton1247 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ashley for the information. I will be visiting Cape Town mid August. I coming from the USA. I checking the weather for August the weather is around 65 degrees. I coming mid August toward the end of winter. Hopefully by that time the weather will reach 70 degrees that not too bad. Having problems how to dress should I bring winter clothing or some shorts. I doing both. If I need to I will buy extra stuff, when I get there. I thinking about the long flight but I will managed.
@AAED-NPO Жыл бұрын
Luckily, SA winter is really short. By August the Jhb weather will be warmer. For now, probably getting a gas heater (due to loadshedding) may help for now.
@Pilane892 Жыл бұрын
Some of us studied on the East Coast of the US and had to deal with deep snow for the 1st time but got used to it. I guess you have the choice to move with the seasons. Best wishes.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
I grew up in the snow and it's beautiful for some...just not for me.
@lalina1304 Жыл бұрын
Fortunately snow in Johannesburg (South Africa) doesn't come every year, last time it snowed before this year was 11 years ago 😄 it also lasts a few hours in Johannesburg. By the time you leave work you've missed it.
@zodwa2806 Жыл бұрын
Johannesburg does not have snow people were so excited as they were seeing the snow for the first time in Joburg including myself as old as I am. Maybe another thing would be assess seasons and plan your life around it. Visiting and staying in a place are 2 different things. Life has seasons hope you make a wise decision that will benefit you take time also.
@Solosoul24 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video Ashley! Needed this today! We are planning out our move & we have so many people with different opinions from their personal experiences from various African countries. Definitely it’s also Africa over the US😅
@jeffmanty6721 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been living in Zambia for nearly a year and a half. it’s a huge culture change moving from the richest country in world, to the African continent where every country has 50 to 60% poverty. In Zambia I live in a nice house, smack in the middle of unfinished houses that are made of cement block, maybe a tin roof (usually a makeshift roof) and windowless holes in the walls. Countless people live this way. The average person in Zambia makes less than two dollars a day. The government is socialistic, and those who have jobs work for the Government making $300 a month if they are lucky and most making $150 a month. The roads are dirt roads with huge potholes except for the capital Lusaka which has decent roads but many huge potholes. Driving on these roads is challenging because most people don’t drive and everybody else walks on the sides of the roads cutting across the roads whenever they see fit, making it very dangerous for the person who has a car. It’s very dusty and smoky in South African countries as they burn their trash and their fields during the dry season and The wind sends the dust from the unpaved roads into the air mixing it with the smoke. These are just two examples of the culture change you will be experiencing. It took me over a year to get used to the changes, still there is many things I tolerate and will never get used to here in Zambia. There’s much I miss about America. It was the greatest place to live in the world until the left-wing Democrats took control of American culture around 2000. The racism and their woke ism, ruined everything ideologically dividing the country. Thats why I left.
@shahross8366 Жыл бұрын
@@jeffmanty6721You sound like a white man pushing propaganda.
@insightful3452-mq7bl Жыл бұрын
LoL. I bet you are in America. If you go to Africa be prepared for hell
@ilovetravel11238 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Ashley!
@donaldmacdonald9993 Жыл бұрын
Believe you me you will get used to it and prepare for it better next year. I lived in Tanzania, it was too hot and too humid for me, fortunately i returned to SA in 1994 with all the exiles. I could not take that all year round heat. Johannesburg has a mild and bearable weather but sometimes it is influenced by the cold fronts from the west coast. But generally, the winter lasts for three months at most, thereafter you have 9 months of perfect weather. Just visit a pharmacy and get professional advice on good skin products to use during winter. There are many good skin products for different skin types in SA.
@lemdaniel9926 Жыл бұрын
Nairobi has good weather year round .
@live.life.on.purpose Жыл бұрын
Hoping you will find your happy place! 🙏🏽 🙏🏽 Watching your videos you looked really happy during the summer in Joburg 😊
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
I'm still happy now. Just cold! 😅
@oct_chiblessed7310 11 ай бұрын
HI Ashley, sorry I only saw this a bit late winter is almost over but if circumstance permits you next time or next winter try to move to eastern part of the country Mpumalanga. The winter is not that harsh that side only when there are cold front. It still a bit dry but not as harsh as extremly cold places
@mantombikgaka8792 Жыл бұрын
Definitely move to Durban in winter. You won't regret it.
@alicegauteng2358 Жыл бұрын
I am South African and I live in Canada. Winter in South Africa is a walk in a park compared to Canada. I have been in Canada over 20 years and some days I HATE CANADA with a passion. But then some days I try to look at the positives. Despite the challenges in SA, there is no place like Mzansi❤
@123abc-wy6fe 5 ай бұрын
Mzanzi?!😮
@masocha2621 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video Ashley...we are not perfect as a country.Enjoy your stay here and have fun...I Love my country SA
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Will do!
@nomvulaprusent3074 Жыл бұрын
This winter is showing us 🙆🏽♀️😪 🔥 I’m still trying to find perfect lotion for my skin especially in winter. I know the AC makes my skin worse🙆🏽♀️ but girl CT can have 4 seasons in 1 day😅 .We did not have snow in Pretoria 😍☺️
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
CT and the 4 seasons in 1 day...I keep hearing this. I'm seriously thinking of creating a skincare line for this weather. My osisi need me ☺
@Akwakween Жыл бұрын
This winter they’re having there isn’t they’re usual winter weather. Especially the snow. It’s a new phenomenon. I’ve experienced every season in JHB and SA as a whole and even in the winter the weather was nice when I was experienced it in 2021. I’ll send you pics on IG. Don’t be discouraged it will get better. SA is a wonderful place to live. The winter isn’t usually like that I promise
@drewalhanifa4452 Жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you very for your insights as well as your on going inspiration to be all that you can be wherever you reside. Much love from the States.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@user-qx6ko8lz1h Жыл бұрын
Ashley you are such a good inspiration. Keep up the good work.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@anditeaches Жыл бұрын
It's cold in CPT, and it DOES SNOW. I've been there while it was snowing. I totally appreciate your positivity in this video 100% truth.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Khabzo07 Жыл бұрын
Ashley, well we hv winter in SA but this year its really too cold. The last time we had snow in Jhb was in 2012. It comes once in a while. You just need to check the weather and prepare yourself. In Cape town there's more rain in winter and cold and in summer it's windy and the weather changes 3 times a day so unpredictable. I think Gauteng generally has a stable weather. It can be cold in winter while its sumny.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Weather is really an unpredictable factor in many countries these days.
@zebmakotoko658 Жыл бұрын
@@AshleyinAfrika Hi dear , hate is a strong word about nature especially.
@hendrikvanblerk1862 Жыл бұрын
Cape Town is pretty cold in winter too! With the added factor that winter is the rainy season here. So it is often cold, rainy and stormy during the winter months. A general issue in SA is that homes are not build to deal with cold weather (there must be some historical reason for this!). Perhaps Durban would be closer to what you expect from a more tropical climate.
@lucianf89 Жыл бұрын
Most of the prewar houses/apartments in Cape Town are built with fireplaces or built-in electric heaters. Newer houses are built with the idea that the owners would heat their own homes using store bought appliances as needed.
@joyceharvey410 Жыл бұрын
Very valuable information. Great points addressed. I'm looking forward to the day when I can travel abroad. God willing it will be next year in July I plan to visit Tanzania. Thank you for sharing.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@TheDtfamu89 Жыл бұрын
I understand. I don't like cold, dry weather either...I live in South Florida just so I can avoid the cold, so what you are saying makes sense to me.
@wenotlikethem Жыл бұрын
I moved from ATL back to Florida because of the cold there. I was used to the tropical weather and the cold would mess up my mental, no matter how much I attempted to prepare for the winters.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Where in Florida? I lived in ATL, Miami, Tampa, and Tallahassee. I get it
@honordiamond2548 Жыл бұрын
Sorry Ashley my Beautiful Sistet. Oh! I feel for you. And i also hate the Winter in South Africa sometimes😅 I hope it will get better🤗🤗🤗
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
It will get better. We will get through 🤗
@tamarstarr1592 11 ай бұрын
Winter in JHB can be brutal on your skin and hair. You have to wear a thick body cream like eucerin to cope with the dry skin and we live in our winter gowns when at home to keep warm 😅 but summertime is my favourite in JHB once the season changes the mood in the air changes, summertime is a vibe everyday in South Africa
@anthonyclementson9658 Жыл бұрын
I could be wrong but watching your videos from TZ and comparing it to your videos in South Africa. You seem more relax in TZ but I'm glad you address it. It's ok to take breaks from your host country when there certain seasons.
@johannesmakoti7406 Жыл бұрын
You will be fine my sis, its great here.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
I am fine, and I'm grateful for that.
@hybridinfodesk409 Жыл бұрын
I'm in Egypt and I love it. The weather changes too but the winter I loved. I'm not a fan of too hot, but the AC is on, and I go out at night when it is cooler. The overall vibe is good. I'm at home, days I forget I am in Africa. Just doing my thing enjoying life.
@TravelingOnStardust Жыл бұрын
Are you American? If so, how do you like living in Egypt?
@hybridinfodesk409 Жыл бұрын
@@TravelingOnStardust Yes and yes.
@siphosipho7333 Жыл бұрын
Here the winter is generally cold, Joburg is not even the coldest place SA. Central heating is more of a concept in the northern hemisphere where the Winter is not only colder but longer as well. Here Winter season is relatively short, people just put up with it, without investing in other forms of central heating. Central heating options here involve installing air conditioners or underfloor heating (under the floor tiles or carpet). These options, however, use electrical energy and are not an option for many people. Load shedding reduces heating options even further. Gas and Paraffin are other heating options that people use to keep warm, Paraffin heaters are used mostly by lower income households where electricity and gas costs are unaffordable or unsustainable. In Europe (not sure about USA) they traditionally use hot water radiators in the house areas- which is linked to the house gyser/ water boiler. This option is not available here as far as I know. When Spring comes in late August or in September, everyone feels good again for the next 9 months. The areas in the East Coast experience higher minimum teperatures. This includes Durban, wild coast areas, all the way to East London and possibly Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape province. This is, however, only true for the coastal towns only as the sea (Indian Ocean) influences the local temperatures in these places - in varying degrees.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I appreciate this feedback.
@thebemolaba6625 Жыл бұрын
Joburg is not the coldest. I am originally from the Free State. As a result of the Free State being centrally located province it is the coldest. I don't visit home during winter months as temperatures sometimes go up to -6°Celsius.
@siyabonganxumalo4574 Жыл бұрын
Hey Queen, sorry about the weather, its gonna get better. But I don't think we out of the woods yet. It might have another strike.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
I'll be ready!
@homeframe9256 Жыл бұрын
Ashley, the sun is kissing your skin beautifully ❤❤
@lisalee1675 Жыл бұрын
Hey ashley in life nothing is perfect life is a strugle no matter who you are , was it snowing like new york city. I saw a short clip with mark blanton and it was jyst drizzling , i watch your vedios. South africa is a beautiful place to be dont let the cold bring have you to relocate again, i think yoy were just having a bad day ashley just smile about it.
@PillDex Жыл бұрын
Durban weather is very mild. I would definitely consider living here.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Good choice!
@eyesopenedify Жыл бұрын
My family and I are planning to move to Africa. We're not sure where yet. Your commentary is very informative and balanced and true. We are from the US but moved to South America 9 years ago and can relate to everything you are saying 💯. Especially when it comes to the whether....I had to become accustom to 6 months of blazing heat and 6 months of rain.
@crypticlady3923 Жыл бұрын
I suggest Uganda or Ghana South Africa is not a good idea, especially now they are tackling energy crisis and the high rates of violent crime.
@eyesopenedify Жыл бұрын
@@crypticlady3923 Sounds a lot better than what I am dealing with already in the South American country I live in. Living in Africa and no LGBTQ is also a plus. Violent crimes and no lights. I'm okay with that.
@outps Жыл бұрын
As a Ugandan, I recommend Uganda and Kenya. You will definitely love it in Uganda. Great weather, Friendly people, and great food.
@eyesopenedify Жыл бұрын
@@outps Yes, Uganda is at the top of my list. Kenya was next. Thank you!
@frederickkgagane Жыл бұрын
Yeah. Johannesburg and Cape Town gets really cold in winter. I am in the North West and I usually don't go to Johannesburg or Cape Town in winter because it's very cold.
@MosesMatsepane Жыл бұрын
If Joburg was miserable for you, then stay away from the Free State and the Northern Cape. 😅😅They dial the notch up in cold weather and dryness. You’ll go several days in a row at a subzero temperature and humidity hovering around the 40s. Best place to be in South Africa during winter is Durban, the humidity is perfect and the weather is warm and tropical.
@BishopZoneTV Жыл бұрын
I’ll take a Joburg winter over this heat dome humidity in Houston any day of the week. Weather can impact people’s mood, it’s seasonal you’ll be okay. People here in the states especially here in Texas, down south and the southwest are literally dying and being rushed to the hospital because the heat is too much. And this is a region that’s use to hot weather. So yeah give me that dry winter
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Come on ✈️
@sinegood9320 Жыл бұрын
even when you're not at your best , your beauty still reigns supreme Ashley.
@ash_posh_omg Жыл бұрын
Hey girl! Which area in Cape Town would you recommend? Woodstock or Bloubergstrand?
@WhatAJhas2say Жыл бұрын
I love a good fireplace during cold months, but the dryness can be challenging.
@geraldinefrank3388 Жыл бұрын
Yea,we hardly get cold days in Durban, mostly cool mornings and evenings and afternoons like summer 🏝️
@Splashstar216 Жыл бұрын
Glad im currently in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in the US, & the 1st yr at my current house we had no heating and it was winter and Wisconsin winters are no joke. So i have experience with the cold!!!
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Eeeesh. South African winter has nothing on the American Midwest.
@carm738 Жыл бұрын
God Bless you everything will be fine Eventually everything changes. and nothing or no one is perfect count your blessings.
@wagee8 Жыл бұрын
You think Joburg's air is dry, come to Windhoek, Namibia and you'll experience zero humidity 😅. Keep hydrated and moisturize more often and you should be fine. Adapt and have fun.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips!
@MOOOOS Жыл бұрын
And it’s not jus that @11:09 Ms Ashley, You’re also there Because that’s where You need to be!! #SafetyAndSecurityIsPromisedThere
@viviannaledi9592 Жыл бұрын
Ashley we are also surprise dear this year 2023 is the coldest winter I am in Limpopo province at this moment it's 💨💨 frizzing here especially this July.. This Winter remaind me of the olden days before electricity become our thing to use..
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
I share love with our family around the country dealing with this cold. It's not right.
@originalkopala7162 11 ай бұрын
Does it really snow in Joburg, never heard about that. I lived in Zambia and left about 10 years ago. I was a frequent visitor to Joburg and never experienced any snow in winter. Has global warming brought snow to Joburg. I know it snows a bit in the southern parts of South Africa especially the Cape province. Please update me on the Joburg snow. I currently live in Canada and it's 100% snow here in winter, no exceptions.
@senzomthembu261 Жыл бұрын
maybe you should try 2 go to DBN or Cape Town during winter times, DBN isn't cold.
@Faiez-rh1gm Жыл бұрын
Cape Town weather is good and its cold in winter but bearable
@empstime4247 Жыл бұрын
S.A is very cold in winter but we cannot control the nature,here in Johannesburg we had some flakes of the Snow but Eastern Cape it was Snowing you must also travel to other provinces
@walterhunter3353 Жыл бұрын
Slaying as always
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
thanks! glad you enjoy
@shisuiuchiha480 Жыл бұрын
Yes Cape Town is a bit warmer than Joburg but trust me you won't be prepared for Cape Town heat waves in summer. They experience that Texas 100 degrees hot Summer. I think in terms of climate. Durban would be perfect as its never too hot and never too cold. But socially Durban kinda sucks unless you are in an established circle. Otherwise Durban is quiet with not much to offer but cool weather with all the humidity you crave. Oh and it rains alot ofcourse. Tropical Climate.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Heat and cape town views, yes, count me in!
@warrentilley1210 7 ай бұрын
Come to Durban the weather is just perfect in winter.
@hulk1421 Жыл бұрын
You should go down to Durban the winters are cool there
@ThomsoyaWires-mb3wk Жыл бұрын
Good points.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Glad you think so!
@AnthonyYoung-gh3ob 5 ай бұрын
You learn to be content within yourself. And come to the realization there going to be challenges everywhere you go.
@dot510 Жыл бұрын
Gauteng is especially very dry hence it's not as green as places along the coast. I live in the wild coast (Eastern Cape) and when i visited a friend of mine in JHB I almost ended up in hospital. I just could not breath because of the dryness. I was wondering how everybody manages around there, and people said you 'll get used to it. I don't find it friendly at all. Try spending time along the coast during winter. KZN is especially warm. But CPT has Atlantic ocean and it gets really cold in winter.
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Great point. People do adjust, but for some, it may not be adjustable.
@georgewatroba8333 Жыл бұрын
Hello Ms.Ashley, I'm living outside of Mombasa Kenya, the beauty of the country, and people is awesome, it's a challenge at times but the peace is worth all of these challenges.
@Realrawww Жыл бұрын
FAMLAY … could you do some videos on the Healthcare system. I’m from California but have been residing in Australia the last 20 years and considering transitioning to SA but need more info on the Healthcare system..
@komiczar Жыл бұрын
Africa is a very large continent, which many large countries, with many smaller nations within, that have many options and alternatives in terms of weather and social practices. It is a matter of self-examination that allows one to find the best alternatives and action that fit you best and provide opportunities for cultivation customized for your development into becoming your own best version. Being naked ly honest with one's own self is the key to asking the right questions and obtaining the right answers that you need yo make informed decisions that productively provide good health that include aspects related to mental, physical, financial, emotional, and Spiritual dimensions of Living the Life.
@johnmills9360 Жыл бұрын
after having cycled through the Joburg winter to work every day , my fitness effort was brought to an abrupt halt when one morning at 6 am I was attacked by bandits ... your video was different to what I was expecting . Dry skin : Propylene Glycol is my friend , check with your doctor .
@maphuthegommaboreramela4586 Жыл бұрын
South African winters are rough, especially in Johannesburg. Perhaps South Africa isn’t for you, if so that’s also ok. I myself happily moved from Jhb to Pta having lived in Jhb all my life. Don’t feel bad. Jhb is a strange city, things will change in time.
@VeeShenge 11 ай бұрын
For me moving from one country to another or from one city to another has become clear that it is a matter of trade offs, there is no place that is all good or one place that is all bad, each place is a mix bag of these things and you have to make trade offs.
@westcoastmediasolutions Жыл бұрын
When I moved from California to Las Vegas it was adjustment getting use to the heat. Lived there for 11 years. Then in 2019 I moved to Louisiana. I still haven’t excepted this weather! I hate the humidity and rain. Also my allergies are not good here either. Can’t wait to leave this state. 😂
@AshleyinAfrika Жыл бұрын
Woohooh! California and Louisiana are totally different climates, I’m sure it’s taking a toll to adjust to the heat in LA especially this summer
@sbusbebe3620 Жыл бұрын
Johannesburg is cold in the cities but if u live in the townships it's warmer a bit. Durban is warm always. Cape Town and jozi weather changes in the winter cold. It's not like Snow cold always but it happens once in a blue moon the snow fall thing most Times it cooler in winter not warm in the city. I lived in Canada Calgary Alberta for 5 yrs when I was in school over there oh my that was done -49 with a windshield ice freazing winters over there. Most American states cold as hell too. Came by back to jozi and weather is nicer here
@masjm7278 Жыл бұрын
You need Vaseline Petroleum Jelly for you dryness, And Lots of Beef Stew Pea /Beans/Lentils SOUP and Sauna. Oranges and Seasonal Citrus 🥶🥶🥣🥣
@mohamedabdallah2212 Жыл бұрын
You run away from mombasa and you have found good things in your life what happen now ?
@jazzbby11 Жыл бұрын
The winter def isn’t my fave.. I went back home to the US for a month. I think I may spend the winters outside of SA going forward 😊
@RubyHayes775 10 ай бұрын
I lived in Los Angeles for 13 years then moved to Maryland where I hate the cold weather. I arrange to travel and be away during winter months. Sometimes I go back to California for two months during winter and in the coming years, I'll spend the winter months overseas in Africa.
@AshleyinAfrika 10 ай бұрын
Perfect plan
@TimMok12 9 ай бұрын
6:38... Profound statement... all the rich people have been doing that all along... Sad that African Americans are only realizing this now... kudos to you for exposing that to them... i hope they picked up at that point...🎉🎉🎉
@marthamkhize768 Жыл бұрын
JHB can be very cold in winter, but cities like Durban are much warmer. However, in Summer, Durban becomes too humid for us Jorbugers. We complain about the cold, but still continue living here😂. Buying a gas heater helps though
@15th_century Жыл бұрын
You will be okay i promise you stay blessed
@frederickmwaurah7590 11 ай бұрын
Fiuks ! I expected something worse turns out it's all about the weather. That caption really got everyone's attention. Weather is a natural element that we have to adjust to. Secondly SA is a huge country with tropical weather 🙄
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