Natalia - University of Pretoria

Sawubona! Unjani? (Hi! How are you?) I’m Natalia, an African Studies MA student at HU. I had such a great time while on exchange at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, that I couldn’t wait to return to South Africa. I’m now studying Drama at the University of Pretoria.

Student life in the shadow of ‘load shedding’ and the light of ubuntu

Student life in the shadow of ‘load shedding’ and the light of ubuntu
Since 2007, South Africa has frequently seen planned electrical power shutdowns, known as ‘load shedding’. Here, I’ll share what it means to be cut off from the Internet – and how helpful the African ubuntu concept is.
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Powerless in South Africa? - What to do during a blackout

Powerless in South Africa? - What to do during a blackout
As “load shedding” stands strong in SA, electricity shortages have become my daily reality during the semester abroad. How can I continue to stay strong, too? Read on to find out what helps me make peace with everyday blackouts.
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South African basics: An exchange student’s guide

South African basics: An exchange student’s guide
A whole semester abroad might seem daunting at first. But if the University of Pretoria is your dream host university, I’ve got you covered. Keep reading to get some practical information on life at the UP before jumping on that plane!
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