my love for South Africa has no bounds! | Sit Down with Dee
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Hey folks and welcome BACK to another video! As y'all know, my boo and I visited South Africa twice last year. We are so thankful and blessed to be given the opportunity to explore such a beautiful country. In this video, I talk about some of the things we loved and things that were different than the States. We're hoping to get back there soon; so if you're interested in the journey, be sure to stick around!
I'll see you in the next one - thanks for watching!
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@iamgrabthelegacy Жыл бұрын
I soooo badly want to go to South Africa...thanks for this!
@dj.conkey802 Жыл бұрын
South Africans will welcome you with open & warm hearts😉👌🏾
@kigzman1745 Жыл бұрын
Depending when u decide to visit. Cape Town in winter is generally very wet, so different experience. Jo burg is generally cold and dry but the sun is out. Cape Town is good in summer (our summer)
@Mbalings 11 ай бұрын
Come through!
@loetfiarosenberg7911 10 ай бұрын
Come to cape town you will love it come in December the weather is good and nice vibe
@Danielle.neela.parsons 6 ай бұрын
Do come ur welcome🙏😇
@thelmasmith3187 Жыл бұрын
Hi Denise I am Thelma Smith a 67 year old woman. I am so glad I came across your channel just to let you know you & your husband is welcome with open arms to South Africa. We love our country very much & we believe that we have the most beautiful country in the world because of our people. Our people here in South Africa has the most respectful & friendly people around. But just know one thing I might not know you but I can truely say I love you beautiful woman & this comes from my heart in JESUS name. Amen
@MusehanaH Жыл бұрын
When Trevor Noah says traffic lights are just a suggestion, he wasn't joking 😀 Ah you said "braai" and not barbecue...We do not barbecue here 😊
@tyali84 Жыл бұрын
Most won't grasp the food part and I concur with you. When I moved to the US I had to cut out a lot of meat especially chicken because it just doesn't taste like chicken (atleast to me). I also experienced a lot of health issues once I left South Africa and that included being lactose intolerant, uterine fibroids and everything else. I really do believe it's the food we consume here in the USA. Glad that you love South Africa.
@DeeesLife Жыл бұрын
See sis, I knew it wasn't just me!
@leigh4326 Жыл бұрын
Aww ausi same here hey! I even told the gynecologist that I’ll double check with doctors back at home.
@leigh4326 Жыл бұрын
@@DeeesLife yes we all see it! I remember one of my sisters clients at the FDA before I moved to the US told my sister to tell me not to eat the pizza in the US because it’s genetically modified to make Black people sick.
@zebmakotoko658 Жыл бұрын
@@DeeesLife Hi Sis, You Pass! S A is your home. Come and breathe!
@michellephillips5711 Жыл бұрын
I agree with the meat and dairy in the US . I cut down eating it because of adverse effects. My visit to SA I ate lots of meat and dairy especially the ice cream and feta cheese ! I was in heaven . South Africans are in the promise land for sure ❤️
@kagontleserutle5775 Жыл бұрын
I like watching videos like this especially when it let's people people know about how Africa is, not only South Africa. I'm so happy that you enjoyed your stay in our country South Africa, thank you so much for visiting ♥️.
@rabiahummusaood Жыл бұрын
As South African I'm glad that you had a great time and came back . I pray that you relocate this side and make it home for you and your family ❤️
@neomodubu1933 10 ай бұрын
Ahhh Man U making me so emotional. I remember growing up I wanted to move to America as an au pair but now I wouldn’t relocate for any reason!!! I love my country so so much, it’s not all perfect but oh man we got the sauce down here. ❤❤❤❤❤🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦
@sivuyilefinca6919 7 ай бұрын
I'm happy to hear that I promise you if your intentions are good and South Africa 🇿🇦 will be good to you
@zamokwakhexoseka2218 Жыл бұрын
I am always critical of my country South Africa, but watching videos like this make me realize that we still doing good, but I just want my government not to drop the ball instead I hope we become better and not relax thinking that we are almost there I just wish my government learn from other countries like South Korea, chine, Qatar, and mostly Japan. And thank you so much for saying the positive about our country. We love you from 🇿🇦
@Blaze_nvm Жыл бұрын
The food in SA is mostly organic and grown within the country.
@catherinedaniels1878 8 ай бұрын
Hi Denise. Love your video. I am a South African living in the Cayman Islands and I also found the US food concerning. Anyways pls try the South coast and the area from Knysna to Port Alfred.
@travelsouthafrica012 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for visiting South Africa
@molefejappie3284 Жыл бұрын
Hi young woman I can say in your video you really killed it. What a wonderful explanation about South Africa. I really came into tears when you speak about my motherland the way you say it. Especially our humar because that's how we are raised tought from word go how you carry yourself in public. You do otherwise then people will talk about you how you dismannered you are. It's African. I am born and bred is SA. I don't wanna live anywhere except Africa.
@ShugaAlmond 7 ай бұрын
Another proudly South African here to show love and appreciation for your pointing out the plenty good that is in S. A - we really love it here! 🎉🇿🇦🥂 im an 80s baby and we have been consuming so much American content from childhood so to see Americans, especially black Americans, diggin on our country feels so good 😁😂 its like your longest crush ever finally giving you attention 🥰🥰
@annelinesiebritz1206 Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for loving my country
@kutedeependslifesgood6186 Жыл бұрын
As a south african i would love to thank you for the beautiful content about our country. Your ancestors once walked the same land that you walked during your trip. Which was that exciting feeling you felt when you landed. Your cells could finally heal from the tremors of the past, and finally breath the same air you once breath as an ancestor living in africa. She is calling for you guys. Come back
@sibusisogcabashe5066 10 ай бұрын
No lies detected. Fantastic review about our country. Thank you Dee.
@thekontuli2828 Жыл бұрын
Sista; there is a special kind of feeling that you get barely 24hrs when you land on South African shores and one doesn't get it anywhere else. For me; it's the People. No matter where you go; it's almost impossible to accept anything less. People there genuinely care about others; even strangers. And of course there are flaws; but the good far outweighs the bad. The best of all; you really feel like a HUMAN - a feeling we take for granted everyday. Take your time; moving to a new country is no small feat. May be there is no reason to even move permanently yet. Greetings ...y'all
@pamelatimm2427 4 ай бұрын
From a proud South African, so good to hear you appreciate the good in our beautiful country, all too often the focus is on the negative events.
@eddysweets Жыл бұрын
Good morning Denise. You have just gained yourself a new subscriber ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉 i appreciate your honesty and love for our country
@didintlepotelo1484 Жыл бұрын
😂😂 The traffic officers would also give you a ticket in South Africa if they saw you yield instead of coming to a complete stop at a stop sign. We just have a bad habit of yielding and moving along if there aren't a lot of cars/traffic on the road.
@kigzman1745 Жыл бұрын
Yeah, it's how we drive 🚗, but yes they will give u a ticket 🎟 . Especially in Cape Town.
@musarapetsoa9 8 ай бұрын
Wow I love love your content ❤ thank you for loving our beautiful country South Africa, and hopefully you'll be moving this side soon.
@lungisawilliams3388 Жыл бұрын
Kuhle siswam, wamkelekile apha ekhaya. Siyathemba ukuba nizobuya, siyanithanda nosapho kakulu.(xhosa) "ITS ALL BEAUTIFUL MY SISTER, YOU ARE WELCOME HERE AT HOME, WE TRUST THAT YOU WILL BE BACK SOON, WE LOVE YOU AND FAMILY SO MUCH"
@zamabiyela5211 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Denise❤ We love that you had a great experience in South Africa.
@michaelthompson4418 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video sis. I really loved the content. I am in the process of purchasing our tickets for the end of the month. We will be there for the full 90 days with hopes of extending if possible. I am fortunate to be self-employed so time will not be an issue. Your content is very informative and great to see. I pray that all works out well for you guys and hopefully I'll see you and your boo there one day. Semper Fi to your boo (lol).
@clantis Жыл бұрын
Welcome Home in advance, Michael. We look forward to having you here, and may you have the best time of your life in the 90+ days you're here. This is exciting for us South Africans having our brothers and sisters return home even for a visit or two. Much love to you all.
@michaelthompson4418 Жыл бұрын
@@clantis Thank you for the gracious advanced welcome my brother. If the people of ZA are as kind and welcoming as you, I know that we will have a great stay.
@MG-kx1bb Жыл бұрын
@@michaelthompson4418 SA people are welcoming and friendly as long as you're not acting like Almighty when they greet you,cause here people greet even if they don't know each other
@lindokuhlemthembu5790 Жыл бұрын
Hey @Michael, I am Lindo of course. I'd love to say u are welcome in Africa especially my home SA. U going to love it. I guarantee u that you going to fall in love with food, it is organic & it is fresh. We supply many different countries with our fresh food. Rich diff cultures as a Zulu (culture) speaker. Visit Durban and you're going to love it (home of the Zulu Kingdom). Welcome in advance brother. Tell your family and friends about this opportunity, we wants you back home beautiful people. We know how you guys have survived the US. Much love❤❤❤
@linkiekasale1848 Жыл бұрын
Welcome to the Motherland in advance...Hope you get to have a good experience 🙏
@phaks9529 Жыл бұрын
we love you too sis, great you enjoyed your stay❤❤❤
@tomthumb2226 Жыл бұрын
Hi Dee it's amazing to see you guys love for the country is still alive,you and your Boo must learn the rules on Rugby 🏉 and English Soccer ⚽️ because South Africans look those 2 sport it will be enjoyed it must Pubs and restaurants in SA I forgot to mention try explore Capetown and Durban
@DeeesLife Жыл бұрын
Yooooo I'm soooo excited to get to know the sports! I can't wait to get to my first rugby game and proper football game ;-). And we're definitely gonna make it to Capetown and Durban!
@philad1439 Жыл бұрын
Sawubona Denise (meaning hello) in Zulu Great content I feel like u just across the table when am listening to u, bcoz of ur KZfaq channel the connection is so immense. South Africans love u guys and it’s so nice to say u will make it ur 2nd home, u will be like working in the States but come home to visit ur people in SA just Like we do live in the big cities but visit our families time to time.
@DeeesLife Жыл бұрын
Sawubona to you too friend! Can't wait to get back :-)
@evdb9588 6 ай бұрын
I adore my country. South Africa is truly a very special place. I will never move. Thank you for giving us the love ♥️
@gordenmg4966 Жыл бұрын
We appreciate your love for our country, it's your new home now.
@leratotoona7658 Жыл бұрын
Greetings, Denise....glad to hear you felt that way, because honestly "you are just Denise". You have us here!!!
@thembi9645 Жыл бұрын
Happy 2023 my lovely Sis...🎉😊 Lol there weren’t traffic cops or police around that’s why people took chances on those STOP sign lol, I take chance too when necessary 😆😅🙈 It’s good that you’ll b exploring more African countries Cuz we are different Nd diverse in so many ways 😄
@mosspinzo4523 10 ай бұрын
Sawubona! Great to hear that you enjoyed it so much. Blessings to you.
@ezekielvilankulu4915 Жыл бұрын
I wonder if I saw you on one of Asad's meet up session. It's so wonderful hearing kind words from my own sister/ cousin
@juliamabanga2497 7 ай бұрын
We love you guys .. mega love from 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦..we are full of love and diversity is galore in South Africa
@Sky-dv8mj Жыл бұрын
Wow what a nice story to listen to, thank you dear 💞
@mbulelo386 Жыл бұрын
Loved this segment🙏🏿
@juliamaeco3655 5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for appreciating our country South Africa. Keep well
@brennymapulemotlhake9109 Жыл бұрын
This video makes me proud to be South African🇿🇦🇿🇦 just bad habits on the road 🤣🤣
@CalvinKunene-uv2jv 4 ай бұрын
Hi Denise and your family. Well done. Keep coming to South Africa. Love you guys.😊
@maxxheadroom6744 11 ай бұрын
Beautifully narrated, conversational story telling style which paints a familiar of a place I know well. Well done and thank you for sharing.
@williamwebbs1952 Жыл бұрын
A great vlog today 👊🏿👊🏿👊🏿
@reginaldm707 Жыл бұрын
Hello Sis, nice to hear from you...happy 2023. You, your boo and fellow AA brothers & sistas are our family. Lots of love from us 🧡
@blessedhonored3363 Жыл бұрын
Welcome home, enjoy !!!!
@LungiMtshaliMkhizendu Жыл бұрын
Just love love love you and your attitude about our home SA. Maybe you should move here. 😀
@razkaznttzero6404 11 ай бұрын
I can tell you were very close to Midrand, the lack of stopping at stop signs is uniquely theirs. The rest of us yield only at areas we we consider "a bit dangerous". Of course, Durban has its own challenges when the traffic lights go off. 😂 We look forward to having you here more often! ❤
@francoiswilliams Жыл бұрын
Welcome to our beautiful country 😊!!
@bongiwendlovu6814 11 ай бұрын
Thanks my sister this is good experience that u had.come back with more of our sisters n brothers n explore more of SA
@delialubke6610 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for an awesome flog...so much info...making us feel proud of our beautiful country...here in the Cape one can do a different activity everyday for 365 days and not have touched the tip of the many adventure on offer here in the Western Cape/Cape Town...visit Cape Town and Durban first before buying an apartment in JHB....I'm saying this because of the escalation in crime a lack of service delivery /daily blackouts in and around JHB. ..hence the reason why so many JHB and Durban residence are relocation to the Western Cape /Cape Town simply because its just a better lifestyle a safer way of living....just a bit of food for thought...thank you for your kind words about our beautiful country....love your flogs.
@deonfebruary995 Жыл бұрын
Love the video. You are welcome ... please don't stress 🥸
@Eddy.user-pq5fg2bf7s Жыл бұрын
We love you too 🇿🇦
@theodorahlabangwane2404 Жыл бұрын
Hey Dee, your video was truely intresting broadening ones experience with Africa.
@Danielle.neela.parsons 6 ай бұрын
Blessings to you and your boo, do come back soon🎉🙏💐
@user-un4zg3du5l 5 ай бұрын
Hi hi good to hear the good news of our country
@sidumisemhatu8199 Жыл бұрын
We love you mama, thank you 🙏 you look beautiful 🥰❤️
@MatshidisoHlangwane 5 ай бұрын
You have earned a subscriber Im happy you speak so positive abt my country i love so much Enjoy your stay dear We are trying as a country nd we positive no matter we face we know we can conquer bcause of unity
@Avant_Garde1 Жыл бұрын
God is returning his children of Africa to the promised land after +400years. God is GOOOOOOOOOD .... 🇿🇦🥰🥰😍😍😍😍🥰🥰😘 All black US is welcome here we have enough for everybody
@DeeesLife Жыл бұрын
That's right! It's high time that we get back homeeeeee :-)
@fede-HaitiaNAmericAnrimeircs91 Жыл бұрын
yes I can't wait to go home after more than 400 years, at the moment I live in Italy, but I'm planning to come to South Africa in December of this year, then return another 2/3 times, and from there buy a house and start a new business ... so by 2024 I will have residence in South Africa.
@linkiekasale1848 Жыл бұрын
@@fede-HaitiaNAmericAnrimeircs91 You are welcome in advance 😊
@fede-HaitiaNAmericAnrimeircs91 Жыл бұрын
@@linkiekasale1848 thank you very much, a big hug🙂
@sandrasgotvoice Жыл бұрын
Love to hear your experience and love for the country. I can't wait to experience it for myself!
@DeeesLife Жыл бұрын
Yesss! Love it!
@Phila-zd3ps Жыл бұрын
We love you so much sis you always welcome to come back let us know when you back so that we come and meet you❤❤❤❤❤❤
@mfundo6619 6 ай бұрын
You're right about our food and how it assists with losing weight without going to the gym. Theres a KZfaq called Mansa Mayne who stayed here for a year. 2 month before he left we noticed that he lost weight, his been back in the US for about 6 months now and he gained weight again. So you don't lose weight in a negative way, it's just that our food is organic and doesn't have chemicals and additives so you'll lose all the unhealthy weight. Also the area in Midrand (Waterfall City) is a fairly new area and has not been fully developed yet. Also English is the first language in schools and is the country's business language so 95% of the population can speak it, you shouldn't struggle with communicating at all. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and you'll be welcomed back with open arms.♥️
@KagoM 2 ай бұрын
And he probably ate more than he usually does. Yho phela here we eat meat a lot 😂
@bathandwatuntulwana6192 Жыл бұрын
I love your content keep on visiting sister
@Bellissimo653 Жыл бұрын
We love you sis Denise😘 and our brother👊
@DeeesLife Жыл бұрын
Sending love back to ya!
@sellomosia6960 Жыл бұрын
We love you too sister ❤
@AGirlNamedVan Жыл бұрын
lol the roads are crazy. als oin cape town we at least have our traffic lights operating with some other power source when the power is off
@sandindamae.iwantmetowin5652 Жыл бұрын
WoW….this is such an Amazing KZfaq video….everything it’s so true about what you said about my country but it’s GREAT to hear about these wonderful things of SA. We love you so MUCH ,your hubby and family. This video was SUCH UPLIFTING! Thank you so much!!!
@DeeesLife Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Sending you love back too fam!
@dimakatsomolise8562 7 ай бұрын
Thank you sisi you just gain yourself a new subscriber
@mthandazovika9414 Жыл бұрын
I love your channel Dee as someone living in south africa you should really visit at least 3 cities (cape town , durban , and maybe Pretoria since you guys have been to Jozi ... much love keep blessing us with such great content
@francoiswilliams Жыл бұрын
What about Upington or Kimberley...
@elmultimediaschoolofartscu3924 Жыл бұрын
Hi. South Africa here. My first time here. Impressive to hear 🙉😀 you speak only the truth. It's high time to experience Africa your home! Blessings ❤️❤️🌄. Truth be told, no truth is being told that much about Motherland...
@mathebulatman Жыл бұрын
Love your energy, love your spirit , im glad you came to South Africa to experience everything by yourself and trust me now that you have stepped into the motherland she'll keep calling you back , I've seen many people who ended up moving here because once you come here and connect with the people and the energy your become a different person spirituality and mentally......welcome home sister 💕 I hope one day I bump into you guys when you come back .
@danielmodise8586 Жыл бұрын
We love you too sister.🙏🙏
@xpressivemusic4578 Жыл бұрын
Yup we love you too
@siyamthandalindokuhle9856 Жыл бұрын
Let us know when you guys are back also bring your friends over...😊then we braai the whole weekend ❤thank you for showing SA love
@johnngwane4592 Жыл бұрын
Sawubona Denise , welcome to South Africa(Azania) my African Sister, Please keep coming its your home now
@bongiwetyutu8274 Жыл бұрын
😅😅😅 we yield at the four-way stop, we don't stop unless there is a car with a right of way.
@monicamokoena8110 Жыл бұрын
I live 5 minutes from Mall of Africa, that stop isn't really busy so we don't really stop if it's clear🤭 we just yield and go especially at night.
@pindimabhena4586 Жыл бұрын
Welcome and Thank you for visiting our beautiful country it's yours now too you know Next time you have to taste the braai
@dansonobakengobakeng7746 Жыл бұрын
Thank you my sister
@user-kn5gn4vt8p 8 ай бұрын
if a traffic light is off, its a stop and g. stop sign most people do stop, except for taxis of course they have their own rules.
@KagoM 2 ай бұрын
😂😂😂😂They own the road those ones😂😂they wrote the k53 for us 😂😂
@siyabonganxumalo4574 Жыл бұрын
We love you too sisi.
@thefabulousmeujwara Жыл бұрын
🇿🇦Welcome home sis💖
@nozukomajola484 11 ай бұрын
Thank you D
@jimmeylelo4694 Жыл бұрын
I hope you and your boo can visit Namibia
@siphokolanisi6186 Жыл бұрын
Awesome content, but pls next time give us a taste about America just as u do when u r here in SA, showing us ur daily life, d ppl, areas where u stay, how is d ppl, houses n malls. I'm so kindly interested to know America cos I don't think I will ever be able to make it there due to by financial dawn
@nepcontshadi3853 2 ай бұрын
Great content sis. I live in Bloemfontein in the free state province. A little bit slow, but big, and safest city in Mzansi.
@clantis Жыл бұрын
Hey Dee Happy New Year. You and your boo are truly loved.
@siphosipho7333 Жыл бұрын
Thanks God for making it possible to connect with our children in America....after 400 years of separation...🙏
@iamgrabthelegacy Жыл бұрын
20:27 - I sure do feel you on that one...
@jackdee1 Жыл бұрын
Regardless of what u decide, South Africa is your home as African Americans
@emmanuelmbele9355 Жыл бұрын
Best review of our country. one of the primary reasonS that made you enjoy being in South Africa could be you were in a majority, with your people and subconsciously felt like being home. You were home.
@delialubke6610 Жыл бұрын
Emmanual...don't fool yourself Dee would be seen as a mixed race person (coloured person) not a black person in South Africa...majority diaspora se moer.
@mochabohappy4693 Жыл бұрын
South Africa is spiritual country my sister
@barneybanthala116 Жыл бұрын
I enjoyed the video and the positive message/information for other nations to learn. You are always welcome here in Africa. It's your true home after all ❤️
@KhayaDlanga Жыл бұрын
Glad you learnt quickly that we call them robots 😂
@delialubke6610 Жыл бұрын
😆😆good one
@bothwellkadye608 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, someimes it feels like the picture painted by the world in terms of life in Africa and in South Africa in general has a general exergeration of negativity. Thank for sharing your experiences on the African soil. Let me take this opportunity to invite you to Zimbabwe as one the African countries which the world paints a gloomy picture. Come too KwaZulu natal and experience the Zulu hospitality.
@letlhogonoloesau7261 Жыл бұрын
Don't rush to relocate to another country my sister. So I'll advice you to take your time thinking about it and when you're ready, then do it and don't look back
@KagoM 2 ай бұрын
The traffic lights situation is amusing, sometimes the homeless folks control the traffic when the stop lights are off. And we all abide 😂
@pertuniamashoto8155 Жыл бұрын
❤❤❤❤We love you sister😊😊😊
@ScissorN Жыл бұрын
We dont stop in the stop sign we yield 😂 its not right through we stop when its too busy but if its safe to pass we just pass
@yveletsoalo5343 Жыл бұрын
Your vids give me life & a nice therapeutic reminder. Thank you I appreciate you. Keep them vids coming....and we cannot wait to have ya'll home❤
@kompilebohang952 Жыл бұрын
YOU ARE A GENIOUS..
@leigh4326 Жыл бұрын
Exactly Denise. You are welcome. It’s your home and we are happy to see our own return back to the motherland. ❤🇿🇦🙏🏽
@eliasrasemeni3471 3 ай бұрын
When you come back again hope you visit to mpumalanga province still south africa and experience heaven on earth . over here we have kruger national park where you can c big 5, Gods window, water falls and many more