Yolande-SA
South African expat in Saudi Arabia
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75
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About me
South African
Lives in Jeddah
Speaks Afrikaans,English
Registration: 06 May 2011
Legal advice needed by Yolande-SA
Good afternoon My husband and myself lived in Jeddah for just over 3 years. in April this year he passed away ( in Jeddah) I am now having endless problems getting his money in SABB and and his end of service benifits from his company. They are not ...
Thank you Ehtesham I am back in South Africa. Have to try and do everything from here. It is very difficult with the company not telling me what they need. After 8 months, at 'Last I now have an idea. Read More
Legal advice needed by Yolande-SA
Good afternoon My husband and myself lived in Jeddah for just over 3 years. in April this year he passed away ( in Jeddah) I am now having endless problems getting his money in SABB and and his end of service benifits from his company. They are not ...
Thank you all for the replies. HR Guru, your advice is sort on. I asked a expat friend of mine to go to the bank and company to find out wha the problem is. At least I now know what is all needed. I also heard yesterday that I need to get a letter ... Read More
Legal advice needed
Good afternoon My husband and myself lived in Jeddah for just over 3 years. in April this year he passed away ( in Jeddah) I am now having endless problems getting his money in SABB and and his end of service benifits from his company. They are not ... Read More
Moving To Jeddah with my family by Seashe1181
Hi all My husband has just got a job in Jeddah at the oil refinery, we hope that he will be in jeddah in April/may time and myself and our children (twin boys 5 years old) will join him in the summer. His company will be paying for our childrens ...
Sierra is a great compound and it is in Al Zahra district. Mostly westerners. We are very happen here. Plenty kids here go to the French school....they have busses that drop the kids off in the morning and collect in the afternoon. best to get ... Read More
Arabian Homes, Sierra Village by Rigger64
Hey! My company has told me they have a 1br apartment for me in Sierra Village - as temporary accommodation until my family arrives. I've googled and google-earthed the compound so I have a general idea of its whereabouts and such but does ...
I know this is off topic, but Jeddah Salsa Club, we saw you perform the weekend, and you are very good. Good luck with the classes you are starting Read More
south african products. by claren22
hi. i have been living in jeddah for the past 4 yrs and have yet to find a shop selling S.A.spices ina paarmans,mrs balls chutney etc.boerewors substitute being sold at sarawat international,and nandos hot sauaes at panda hyper is abbout it.any ...
Akila....we are on the Sierra compound. Arabian Homes. It is next to the American school. Will post the moment we are done making boerewors this weekend. Golds...it would be great if we can get Mrs Ball's locally. My suitcase is always filled ... Read More
south african products. by claren22
hi. i have been living in jeddah for the past 4 yrs and have yet to find a shop selling S.A.spices ina paarmans,mrs balls chutney etc.boerewors substitute being sold at sarawat international,and nandos hot sauaes at panda hyper is abbout it.any ...
We will be making REAL South African boerewors this weekend to sell. All spices and casing is from South Africa. Will make sosatie, chakalaka, and some more flavours. Dro毛 wors will be available next weekend. Read More
how to find a female servant? by GuestPoster7863
i and my wife are working in riyadh.i have 3 children.i want to have a servant who care them.help me to solve this problem.thanks
Nothing said, was about the author of the post. I am just staring facts. I am from South Africa, and that is one ofthe most racist terms to use. I cringe every time it is used. You do not disrespect somebody like that. We all have to change our ... Read More
how to find a female servant? by GuestPoster7863
i and my wife are working in riyadh.i have 3 children.i want to have a servant who care them.help me to solve this problem.thanks
I even find the term Maid offensive. Nobody is a Maid.the lady that helps in my home is my Cleaning lady, and we treat her with respect. She is a mother....somebody's daughter, and she is here to work, so she can send money home to her family. Read More
Arabian Homes, Sierra Village by Rigger64
Hey! My company has told me they have a 1br apartment for me in Sierra Village - as temporary accommodation until my family arrives. I've googled and google-earthed the compound so I have a general idea of its whereabouts and such but does ...
Just took photo's of the 2 bedroom close to me that is empty. The guy just left a week ago. Will email you the photo's Read More
Arabian Homes, Sierra Village by Rigger64
Hey! My company has told me they have a 1br apartment for me in Sierra Village - as temporary accommodation until my family arrives. I've googled and google-earthed the compound so I have a general idea of its whereabouts and such but does ...
Just send me your email, and I will send them Read More
Intro by sheene
Hi Everyone! I'm a FIlipina nurse working in Jeddah... found this site while i'm checking for some personal stuffs...seemed to be an interesting site.. full of info and shall I say fun... hope everybody is getting what they deserve... ENjoy!
I am sure her mailbox is full of invites. It is amazing the replies we get here. My profile picture was a cat...and then men reply saying how beautiful I am......hello...... I am a old married lady, not interested in any man but my husband. Read More
Arabian Homes, Sierra Village by Rigger64
Hey! My company has told me they have a 1br apartment for me in Sierra Village - as temporary accommodation until my family arrives. I've googled and google-earthed the compound so I have a general idea of its whereabouts and such but does ...
We are on the Sierra Arabian homes compound. It is a awesome place for expats. Compound is next to the American school, so the kids all walk to school. You will love it here. It does not feel like we are loving in Saudi once onside the compound. Read More
Stationary Fantasies Waterpark Jeddah by mirzayasir4
Stationary Fantasies Waterpark is a great place for entertainment and enjoyment in Jeddah. It is located on intersection of Prince Sultan street and Quraish street. There are watersides in the park, a big wave pool where un-natural wavers in water ...
As far as I know woman are not allowed to swin there....why would I go and sit there in the sun and heat, wearing a BLACK abaya....no way. Would rather wait until we go home and then enjoy these tipe of activities where it is not descriminated ... Read More
south african products. by claren22
hi. i have been living in jeddah for the past 4 yrs and have yet to find a shop selling S.A.spices ina paarmans,mrs balls chutney etc.boerewors substitute being sold at sarawat international,and nandos hot sauaes at panda hyper is abbout it.any ...
Roan.....I will give you as much biltong as you can carry for a packet of bacon.....lol Can not wait for bacon, rashers, roast.....pork bangers...you name it and i will eat it Read More
help me i want to do belly piercing :(
I would not have it done here. It is not a common practice, so how many times has this person done this. And how clean is the equipment. Please be very careful. Read More
south african products. by claren22
hi. i have been living in jeddah for the past 4 yrs and have yet to find a shop selling S.A.spices ina paarmans,mrs balls chutney etc.boerewors substitute being sold at sarawat international,and nandos hot sauaes at panda hyper is abbout it.any ...
We just started making our own boerewors. We get the spices and casing from South Africa. Our first batch tasted perfect. We also make our own biltong. Brought a drier back from us on our last visit back home. We always bring some Mrs Balls back ... Read More
Art Supply and crafts by pajaroflor
Hi all! Would anyone recommend places for quality watercolor, oils, fine brushes, canvas etc as well as needlepoint or bead and jewelry supplies, sewing supplies and notions? Thanks in advance.
Stationary Fantasy also has some craft supplies Read More
ADDICTED TO SHAWARMAS! by paulcastro
Hello my fellow 大咖福利影院gers! I have been a member of this forum for a couple of days now and I just love how everybody always help people that are in need but I think there is just one topic that people seem to be forgetting in this forum and ...
Also wish I knew what the white sauce is......I just love it The fries I do not like in a schwarma The ones we get from Goodies does not have the fries in. Read More
New In Jeddah by livinginjeddah
My husband and I are new to Jeddah. We are working in a hospital here. We still don't have our Iquamas yet, I think we are going through internet withdrawls! We are from the states and would love to meet other expats from US who are here. We ...
Welcome to Jeddah. Are you living in a compound. We have made wonderful friends here. Read More
ADDICTED TO SHAWARMAS! by paulcastro
Hello my fellow 大咖福利影院gers! I have been a member of this forum for a couple of days now and I just love how everybody always help people that are in need but I think there is just one topic that people seem to be forgetting in this forum and ...
A good shwarma is worth every single calory. Read More
ADDICTED TO SHAWARMAS! by paulcastro
Hello my fellow 大咖福利影院gers! I have been a member of this forum for a couple of days now and I just love how everybody always help people that are in need but I think there is just one topic that people seem to be forgetting in this forum and ...
We always buy ours at Goodies. It is so good. I always get the beef and my family loves the chicken. Read More
Any good adress to buy a puppy in Riyad ? by fredsollies
Hi ! We are newly arrived family in Ryiad. Our lovely golden retriever passed away, he was 12 years old. We miss him a lot but are now ready to welcome a new puppy in our home. Has anyone an idea where we could find a healthy puppy in Ryiad ? Thanks ...
Please do not buy a puppy. These is a orginization called Open Paws in Riyad. Please look for them on facebook. They have so many puppies looking for good homes. Please do not support any of these horrible pet shops and breeders in Saudi Read More
Motorcycles in Jeddah by p4tr1k
I have read several posts about renting and buying cars in Saudi. Is it easy to find motorcycle dealers and secure finance? I understand that the traffic is supposedly mad, but I have owned 4 bikes while in Indonesia and I am still alive - just - ...
Blanco...thank you for your heart felt message. I must add....I have the utmost respect for bikers. It is not bikers I hate....just the 600cc my son was on when he was killed. It is so dangerous for anyone on a motorbike, people in cars do not look ... Read More
Motorcycles in Jeddah by p4tr1k
I have read several posts about renting and buying cars in Saudi. Is it easy to find motorcycle dealers and secure finance? I understand that the traffic is supposedly mad, but I have owned 4 bikes while in Indonesia and I am still alive - just - ...
There are dealers here, but I would not suggest you get a bike here in Jeddah. The traffic is like nowhere else in the world......exept maybe India...lol You should go on your knees and thank God younare still alive. Lost my son in a motorbike ... Read More
South Africans in Jeddah by jaynoah
Hallo Almal, Ek is nuut hier. Ek weet daar is baie van ons hier, maar waar die doner is julle?? Ek het een Kaapenaar tenminste gekry...yipeeee! Ek soek nog van julle. Maak contak asb. Hierdie plek is iets anders - en ons het mekaar hier ...
There is a new facebook page called Suid Afrikaners in Saudi Arabia.... You are all welcome to join...and we can speak Afrikaans Read More
South Africans in Jeddah by jaynoah
Hallo Almal, Ek is nuut hier. Ek weet daar is baie van ons hier, maar waar die doner is julle?? Ek het een Kaapenaar tenminste gekry...yipeeee! Ek soek nog van julle. Maak contak asb. Hierdie plek is iets anders - en ons het mekaar hier ...
If you are pretty you are in trouble Lol...lol...lol Rather stick to the traditional blue. Read More
South Africans in Jeddah by jaynoah
Hallo Almal, Ek is nuut hier. Ek weet daar is baie van ons hier, maar waar die doner is julle?? Ek het een Kaapenaar tenminste gekry...yipeeee! Ek soek nog van julle. Maak contak asb. Hierdie plek is iets anders - en ons het mekaar hier ...
Good to know. I have nothing against the Stormers, it is just that Puke Watson was a stormer. I am from PE and now he is messing up the poor Kings, and they are trying so hard. They did very well this year, except for Mr Puke. We also have OSN and ... Read More
South Africans in Jeddah by jaynoah
Hallo Almal, Ek is nuut hier. Ek weet daar is baie van ons hier, maar waar die doner is julle?? Ek het een Kaapenaar tenminste gekry...yipeeee! Ek soek nog van julle. Maak contak asb. Hierdie plek is iets anders - en ons het mekaar hier ...
Lerfaan....you are not meeting any other South Africans because of that Stormers jersey. Try a Blue Bulls one and you will see all the Saffers crawling out the woodwork.......lol Read More
South Africans in Jeddah by jaynoah
Hallo Almal, Ek is nuut hier. Ek weet daar is baie van ons hier, maar waar die doner is julle?? Ek het een Kaapenaar tenminste gekry...yipeeee! Ek soek nog van julle. Maak contak asb. Hierdie plek is iets anders - en ons het mekaar hier ...
Thank you Nathan. We did not go to that last year. We attended the Bring and Braai at some Price's private residence end last year...think it was in November. Read More
South Africans in Jeddah by jaynoah
Hallo Almal, Ek is nuut hier. Ek weet daar is baie van ons hier, maar waar die doner is julle?? Ek het een Kaapenaar tenminste gekry...yipeeee! Ek soek nog van julle. Maak contak asb. Hierdie plek is iets anders - en ons het mekaar hier ...
@ Nathan Is it arranged by the South African Embassy again Nathan We would love to go Read More
South Africans in Jeddah by jaynoah
Hallo Almal, Ek is nuut hier. Ek weet daar is baie van ons hier, maar waar die doner is julle?? Ek het een Kaapenaar tenminste gekry...yipeeee! Ek soek nog van julle. Maak contak asb. Hierdie plek is iets anders - en ons het mekaar hier ...
Good morning all Have been in Jeddah for nearly a year now. My husband has been here for 2. We are from Port Elizabeth There are a good number of South Africans on our compound, and my son has a few Afrikaans friends. We went to the South African ... Read More
Moving To Jeddah with my family by Seashe1181
Hi all My husband has just got a job in Jeddah at the oil refinery, we hope that he will be in jeddah in April/may time and myself and our children (twin boys 5 years old) will join him in the summer. His company will be paying for our childrens ...
We applied at the American school last year March. My son did not pass the assessment as English was not his first language. We then started home schooling, changing him over to the American curriculum, and have tried since then. He is going to ... Read More
Moving To Jeddah with my family by Seashe1181
Hi all My husband has just got a job in Jeddah at the oil refinery, we hope that he will be in jeddah in April/may time and myself and our children (twin boys 5 years old) will join him in the summer. His company will be paying for our childrens ...
First and foremost.....It is very important to contact the schools as soon as possible We have been waiting since March last year to find a school for my son. We are at the Sierra compound and it is next to the American school, but because we are ... Read More
Daughter is lonely! by happywelshgirl
Hi all, We have been living in Sharbatly compound for 2 months and my daughter is incredibly lonely. She had 1 little friend but she has gone away for 3 months. She is not the most outgoing of girls and she is really struggling. We are currently ...
Good luck with both the compounds and schools We are at the Arabian Homes Sierra compound and it is fantastic My son has so many friends..and the kids just love compound life. School is another thong all together. We have been trying since March ... Read More
compounds in jeddah saudi arabia by alfred banks jr
hey everyone how ya doing ? :D my names alfred age 17 from new jersey usa , recently moved to jeddah , and a lot of people are telling me i caan meet westerners in compounds here in jeddah , does anyone here live in a compound or know anyone that ...
The young ones here have nothing to do with their time. Now this child....Alfred...wants to come play with the grownups Read More
Buy pets by newmanman_2010
Hi all, I am new to Jeddah, would u please tell me where can I buy cute cat? Regards,
There is a wonderful group in Jeddah. Look fot them om facebook . They are called P.I.N pets in need Younwill be able to adopt a kitten from there. There are so many kittens looking for homes here, please do not support people selling pets. Rather ... Read More
Craft shops
Can anyone please suggest any craft shops in Jeddah. The only shop we found so far is Jarir. Looking for beading materials, or mosaic, or decoupage, stained glass. Any hobby will be good, just not painting, not one of my strong points Many thanks Read More
Daughter is lonely! by happywelshgirl
Hi all, We have been living in Sharbatly compound for 2 months and my daughter is incredibly lonely. She had 1 little friend but she has gone away for 3 months. She is not the most outgoing of girls and she is really struggling. We are currently ...
Hi there We moved here about 5 weeks ago. Also battling to find a school for my son, and I am home schooling him at the moment. Was worried that he was going to be lonely here but the compound we are in is fantastic. We are in Arabian Homes...Sierra ... Read More
Schools in Jeddah by FallenangelKSA
Hi guys. Im really struggling to get my daughter into a school here in Jeddah. She is currently in grade 3. Preferrably an english international school would suit her better. Does anyone have a contact? I have tried Jeddah Prep and they are filled ...
Still have not found a school for my son. Home schooling him at the moment, but getting a bit worried. So worried that he is falling behind. Will have a look at some more home schooling options Read More
South African moving to Jeddah by Yolande-SA
Hi all forum friends My husband just accepted a job in Jeddah and we very exited. He is starting in August and then we will follow as soon as the family visa can be sorted out. He was in Jeddah a few weeks ago and did not have time to look at all ...
Hi all. Well more than a year later and we are finally in Jeddah. Hubby has been here for more than a year already. Been here a week and getting use to it now. Hubby went back to work today and I started home schooling my son. We could not get him ... Read More
medication
Dominique, will bbm you some info I found on the forum. My son is also on Ritalin. Read More
South African moving to Jeddah by Yolande-SA
Hi all forum friends My husband just accepted a job in Jeddah and we very exited. He is starting in August and then we will follow as soon as the family visa can be sorted out. He was in Jeddah a few weeks ago and did not have time to look at all ...
thank you Skydream and msela. Just waiting for hubby to get his iquama sorted and then we will be there. So looking forward to it...hubby has been there for 2 months now and I can not wait to see him again. Will surely ask for help when we get ... Read More
Looking for a hairdresser for ladies
Glad you are getting all this info...will def. give you a call the moment I get there so I can find out where to go and what to do...lol Read More
Telephone usage by peteai2004
Can someone please tell me the most inexpensive method of calling on telephone to places such as USA, Africa, and Europe? Thanks for your assistance.
we are using skype and it works most of the time. Every now and then we have a bad connection here in South Africa, and then hubby and I can not use the video chat, we only use voice chat..but the plus side is it is free Read More
South African moving to Jeddah by Yolande-SA
Hi all forum friends My husband just accepted a job in Jeddah and we very exited. He is starting in August and then we will follow as soon as the family visa can be sorted out. He was in Jeddah a few weeks ago and did not have time to look at all ...
Hi Dominique Thank you for your reply Yes, my hubby is in Jeddah, he has been there for 6 weeks now. He is going to start looking for schools next week. It was a bit difficult with Ramadan and Eid but it seems like everything is back to normal ... Read More
Schools in Jeddah by FallenangelKSA
Hi guys. Im really struggling to get my daughter into a school here in Jeddah. She is currently in grade 3. Preferrably an english international school would suit her better. Does anyone have a contact? I have tried Jeddah Prep and they are filled ...
My husband is in Jeddah and we are hoping to join him in December. At present my son is in grade 1 here in South Africa but our school year only finishes in December, that is why we will only go after he finishes grade 1 here...I do not want him to ... Read More
Details on South Africa by Kirtiarathi
Hi, I need some details on South Africa. Earlier we also stayed in Kenya. Please could you help us with more knowledge about the country. Working Hours and weekly holidays Experience in working with the locals General Work culture from an Indian ...
Working Hours and weekly holidays - normally from 8am - 5 pm Experience in working with the locals - all depends what type of job you do General Work culture from an Indian point of view. - Do not know, but here people are very kind to one ... Read More
Road Accident between A Jeep & A Passenger Bus by mirzayasir4
I travel daily from home to office via mini Passenger Bus. The distance is about 15 km from home and it takes about 45 minutes to my trip. Today (24th July 2011) while coming to office I have seen a road accidents that happened between a mini ...
good thing I do not have to drive in Jeddah...I am a nervous passenger as it is. Read More
Jeddah Knowledge International School by treelouep
I'm interested in an advertisement for a teacher needed at JKS and would like to hear from employees at the school. Is it a good place for a teacher from the UK to work? Does it have a good support structure and career opportunities? The ...
Hi there Had a look and there are so many RJ Fisher's on facebook...do not know which one You can add me ...Yolande Posthumus Wals. I am not in Jeddah yet, made a mistake on the website, but hubby will be there on Monday. No news on compound yet, ... Read More
Jeddah Knowledge International School by treelouep
I'm interested in an advertisement for a teacher needed at JKS and would like to hear from employees at the school. Is it a good place for a teacher from the UK to work? Does it have a good support structure and career opportunities? The ...
1967tazz...I spend to much time on facebook....I was looking for the like button for your reply..:D:D:D Read More
A VPN for Jeddah by 1967tazz
Morning all, 5 weeks to go till we arrive in the 'Magic Kingdom' and now starting to take care of 'issues' one such issue to being able to access favorite British TV channels, or to be more exact my two teenage kids favorite British TV channels. On ...
Hi Tazz1967 Well my hubby is leaving in 6 days. I myself am wondering about satellite tv. Here in South Africa we have DSTV but it is not available in KSA. My son loves his cartoons and I hope we will be able to get something there I do not know ... Read More
Hi looking for some comments about Jeddah by Geordie77
Hi all. Well, this is my first post on the site so Hello :) I am currently living in england and find out in 2 weeks if I have been accepted for a new job, working and living in Jeddah. I dont know much about the place, only what Google tells ...
Hi Geordie77 My husband will be in Jeddah on Monday and I will follow as soon as the family visa can be sorted. Still trying to find a compound for us, but my husbands company will help with that. We are looking at Arabian Homes, because it is ... Read More
South African moving to Jeddah by Yolande-SA
Hi all forum friends My husband just accepted a job in Jeddah and we very exited. He is starting in August and then we will follow as soon as the family visa can be sorted out. He was in Jeddah a few weeks ago and did not have time to look at all ...
Hi Zackisback My hubby is leaving for Jeddah in 2 weeks.He is excited and nervous...all in one. I wish we could come with him but we will have to wait awile How are you finding Jeddah? Read More
Does the law require ladies to wear Abaya while inside a car ? by ame6792
Hello Friends While going through posts was able to understand that women must wear Abaya in public places. Does the inside of a car considered as public place for this regulation.Is it acceptable to take off the Abaya while on a drive ...
Hi ame6792 My hubby will be in Jeddah as of 1 August and we will follow as soon as the family visa is sorted out. It is good to know what to expect and I was not sure about the Abaya...I would suggest your wife puts it on the moment she leaves the ... Read More
Not living in a compound as a unemployed woman by zounepops
Hi there ! My husband is considering a teaching job in Jeddah starting next september. It would be our first expat experience in a non-western country. I've never considered living in a expat compound before, always wanted to make the most of the ...
Hi Zounepops My hubby will be in Saudi (Jeddah ) at the end of July and we will follow at the end of the year. We are all looking forward to it. We have decided to stay in a compound, it is just now to find the right one for us and to get the ... Read More
South African moving to Jeddah by Yolande-SA
Hi all forum friends My husband just accepted a job in Jeddah and we very exited. He is starting in August and then we will follow as soon as the family visa can be sorted out. He was in Jeddah a few weeks ago and did not have time to look at all ...
1967tazz...a question. My son is in grade 1 in South Africa. Our home language is Afrikaans and English but he is in the Afrikaans class. I have now started with extra classes for him to be able to read/write in english by the time we move to ... Read More
South African moving to Jeddah by Yolande-SA
Hi all forum friends My husband just accepted a job in Jeddah and we very exited. He is starting in August and then we will follow as soon as the family visa can be sorted out. He was in Jeddah a few weeks ago and did not have time to look at all ...
Thank you 1967tazz. Sent you a pm. Will have a look at the School you suggested Read More
South African moving to Jeddah by Yolande-SA
Hi all forum friends My husband just accepted a job in Jeddah and we very exited. He is starting in August and then we will follow as soon as the family visa can be sorted out. He was in Jeddah a few weeks ago and did not have time to look at all ...
Thank you for your reply funkydelicguy So looking forward to the move. I am reading as much as I can about KSA. Taking in the positive and ignoring the negative. I think if you go with a negative attitude, you may as well stay home. My only worry ... Read More
South African moving to Jeddah
Hi all forum friends My husband just accepted a job in Jeddah and we very exited. He is starting in August and then we will follow as soon as the family visa can be sorted out. He was in Jeddah a few weeks ago and did not have time to look at all ... Read More