Living in America|Cultural shocks| USA vs RSA| South African YouTuber

[@refiloethamaga1625]

Fun fact :30 Seconds was invented by a South African Calie Esterhuyse born and raised in Cape Town ,different countries have different translations 🇿🇦🔥

[@astoldbymuriel103]

Your video was so refreshing because I've been watching several African KZbinrs and the comments have been so negative about Black Americans. Almost turned me all the way off until I found your channel.

[@oleratoyoga]

Thank you so much for watching 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@SteppingOut957]

South Africans have a positive opinion of African Americans because we have a very similar history of racial oppression. We understand you. And immigrants to South Africa from other African countries insult us and have a negative opinion of us too. If there in one group of black people who are in solidarity with African Americans, it's South Africans.

[@velibrown7904]

I’m a Hebrew Israelite and I must say I take a lot of my inspiration from African-Americans spiritually. Your journey through difficulties of slavery, Jim Crow and history of struggle for equal rights is inspirational to many Black South Africans. Even through your music we get inspiration, as a group of people. Your contribution to the upliftment of the Black race world wide can never be under stated. However, there are few individuals who choose to keep ignorant about the continent, and believe on the negative narrative regarding the continent, such action always hurts. I can understand why some Africans sometimes are not so receptive towards African Americans. We hope such experiences expressed in this video will go along way in mending those broken bridges.

[@JaiK64]

I'm glad you spoke about how Africans feel about blacks in america. The narrative here has always been black americans are not welcomed or wanted in Africa, we are looked down on by Africans. It's refreshing to know that this is not true! Communication is going to have to play a key role in getting us back on level grounds. We love all you guys in Africa and wish we could be there instead of good ole amerikkka!

[@oleratoyoga]

Jai K yeah it’s a perception thing and that’s sad. I’m glad you feel this way and I’m very happy to be experiencing your culture

[@quincy9908]

E Cox I've never heard that saying before😂 Are you from the South side

[@YungHandz706]

"We love all you guys in Africa and wish we could be there instead of good ole amerikkka!" lol the misinformation that get spread on the internet is crazy when it come to Afro Americans. Speak for yourself.

[@oleratoyoga]

I wouldn’t trade being born and raised in South Africa over anything in the world. It’s my greatest honor.

[@YungHandz706]

@@oleratoyoga Those of us Afro Americans who are more familiar about South African history do have more respect for South Africans than other Africans tbh. R.I.P Nelson Mandela

[@semakimbidima2987]

Two millionnnnn - 😂 loved how you said it in your SA accent ! Love the fact you’re a Christian too praise God 🙏🏾 I’m from london and we actually say petrol and we drive on the right too. Most countries in Europe drive on the left though. But yes things are expensive in the West. However what is good is that it’s a melting pot, you meet people from all types of backgrounds 🙌🏾🙏🏾

[@oleratoyoga]

Sema Kimbidima hahaha thank you so much for watching🙏🏾♥️

[@semakimbidima2987]

Lerato Malatjie anytime !

[@PHlophe]

Having lived in several countries Petrol= UK, Benzin=germany France= station d'essence and I am originally from two of the 3 nations. i get so confused

[@more2much696]

South Africa has all it laws from Britain with is actually a bad thing

[@khayamfaba3215]

@@more2much696 it's the South African Institution not Britain and it's working out just fine us thank you very much The westerners always trying to shove their way of life on everybody else's throat , I just hate the ignorance

[@rbaraka1]

Very good insights and interesting commentary on the cultural differences. I can't wait for my vacation to South Africa next year!

[@Shadow_Blazer]

Can't wait for you to come home brother.

[@dalenymzizi1606]

Come brooo we drive GJI here"

[@JaiK64]

The reason America has calories and things listed is because americans have the highest obesity rates in the world. And instead of making healthy foods more attainable and affordable, they choose to list calorie intake.

[@DanielleLavirgo]

And they put ALOT of fake food and chemicals in our stuff

[@ayedee6681]

@@DanielleLavirgo lots and lots of sugar/corn syrup in everything, so check carbs, calories and sugars!

[@rebeccam.7249]

the number is gound down don't lie cause SA got fat people too

[@djgroopz4952]

It's not actually highest in the world by statistics. It's highest amongst western countries.

[@beaujac311]

Jai K:. The calories were put on there to make you aware and maybe choose a lower calorie option.

[@BronzeSista]

Many people in America do not know very much about African countries. I know about South Africa because I know people from South Africa, a friend who is Zulu, a friend who is Colored, a couple of White South Africans whom I worked with and after my friend who is 'Zulu told me stories about SA, I had to do research, the history was quite shocking to say the least.

[@bongiwepreciousmdlalose4609]

S/O to your Zulu Girl lol tell her I said "Saw'bona!" p.s Im also Zulu and moving to the USA

[@Richdollabill]

@@bongiwepreciousmdlalose4609 you will see for yourself.. the women here only have a black man for the bad guy look. And the women they with(who u will be) are lacking wisdom

[@francoiswilliams]

Whats most shocking?

[@francoiswilliams]

Whats most shocking?

[@tloutlou2655]

@@francoiswilliams apartheid and treatment of natives African by the people from Caucas

[@ronblessed7218]

I'm also from S.A. now based in Texas. I know how you feel.

[@picassos_pictus6725]

I want to move to the USA so badly, but I need help with a work/ sponsor please, please can someone help?

[@msg653]

Thabie T When do you plan on moving here ?

[@picassos_pictus6725]

@@msg653 as soon as possible, but for me to get a green card soon I'll need to pay about R200000 + which I don't have.

[@peterparker8454]

@@picassos_pictus6725 that many zeros ha ah yaxoka girl

[@cmthoughts4803]

@@picassos_pictus6725 search for auipair in America it might help

[@Stirlingshirecastle]

You remind me of myself when I first came to the US in 2001 from Phalaborwa, Limpopo. I spent 3yrs on a working holiday visa working & traveling across the length & breadth of the USA. I met people from all walks of life & made lifetime friendship with them. In January of 2004 I went back to South Africa but after getting that exposure of living on a different continent, I knew I wanted to travel more & see the world. In May of 2004 I came to the UK on a 2yrs working holiday visa & 16yrs later I'm still living here & enjoying everything about Great Britain. One thing I've noticed about the two countries is that the UK looks after it's citizens much better than the US. For example in the UK there's free healthcare for everyone but in the US you need to have some sort of a medical insurance to access treatment. Second point is, in the USA if you don't have strong family ties you can easily become homeless. In the UK there's a social housing designed for those who can't afford to buy or rent from private landlords. last but not least we've got a very strict gun control laws here & very few people own firearms. It's also cheaper & easier to travel across Europe from here.

[@oleratoyoga]

Highlands of Scotland wow thank you for sharing this and for watching. I’m leaning towards going back to South Africa next year and perhaps stopping to travel Asia first before leaving the US for home. I’ve been trying to imagine what that will feel like after this exposure and growth I’ve experienced and I feel like I might move to another country shortly after returning. It’s amazing to be able to experience these cultural differences and I would love the opportunity to experience as many as I possibly can.

[@Stirlingshirecastle]

@@oleratoyoga you're welcome sesi it was great to watch you sharing your travel life experiences. If you still want to travel the world more do it now before you start a family i.e. kids, husband etc. When I went to the US I was only 20yrs old just imagine at that tender age in another country on a different continent. But through the grace of God & self discipline he kept me out of harm's way. We are in this world for a limited period, live life to the fullest & enjoy every minute of it. The UK is also a melting pot of different cultures. I've learnt a lot through travelling the world. If you manage to get to Asia try the likes of South Korea, Japan, Thailand, Indonesia etc they're all fascinating countries with different cultures. After Asia you can also try Europe & believe me you'll have the best time of your life. Europe is so steep in history & culture. The UK is also home to historical figures such as William Shakespeare, Macbeth, William Wallace, Robert Burns and others. & All the historic sites are still intact as they were during the medieval times. Most of the British villages look like something from a novel. I wish you well & keep going sesi the world is your oyster!

[@worldlystats6146]

Girlfriend im not even half way through this vid but im discovering so many things i actually knew but didn't realize if that makes sense. U put so much things into perspective i wish americans could also see and comment on the contents of this vid would love to hear what they think aswell

[@dagafamarkos4062]

Wowow amzing God is heve pelan

[@JayJay-lr5wm]

Did you just say 'Robbot'?, greetings from Namibia.... nice hearing from you my sister,

[@oleratoyoga]

♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@CasiAnnJunio]

Lerato Malatjie, New friend here. I came from Asia and I knew exactly how you feel. Nice video and keep it up!

[@charmainetom5638]

First of all, you’re absolutely beautiful 🥰 I’m from SA too and I’ve been living in CA for 2 years. Batong everything is so expensive fam 😩 me and KZbin have become friends for hair and nails. Braiding prices are ridiculous. And what’s worse is when you live in the whhhitest area, there’s nobody to do it so you have to travel hella far to get it done. Nah fam. I’m good 👍🏿

[@javionriley8739]

Charmaine Tom America is pricey!! But the west coast is the most expensive in America!! That’s why a lot of people in America are relocating to my region in America which is the southwest or south east (Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia & Florida)

[@oleratoyoga]

The Bay Area is so expensive I almost can’t breathe while swiping for my things.

[@Maciahgrace]

I live in America and I’m in the beginning of researching into Africa and learning more for myself... girl go back!!!! And take me with you😩this was interesting to watch lol all these things that are so normal are completely foreign to people who don’t grow up like you and vice versa but when that’s all you know it’s like🤷🏾‍♀️

[@AngelHutchinson]

Haha that’s so true !

[@oleratoyoga]

Girl I’m so happy to be experiencing both worlds. My door will definitely always be open to those who want to come to visit me when I go back!!! Thank you so much for watching 🙏🏾

[@christianfrizell9834]

My experiences with African Americans while living in the states were good. They are good people who were taken to be slaves in America. It’s also eye opening on how America treats them.

[@rebeccam.7249]

@@oj4499 talk about it

[@horrendous_karaoke]

I feel concerned when putting gas into my car in the USA, especially at night. You could possibly be robbed. Police usually don’t make people feel safe, but that can depend on the person.

[@sbostic08]

If you live in a crime ridden neighborhood then yea getting gas at night could be an issue. However, ive never had an issue with safety at a gas station night or day🤷🏾‍♀️

[@jasminepearls1047]

Yeah police do not make me feel safe. As a black American you will rarely hear us say that.

[@oj4499]

That’s what’s pits for

[@cwctlh]

I'm a pretty brave person, but there are very few places where I'd gas my car up at night here in the US, and at least some places where I lock my handbag in my car's trunk/boot before arriving there. Also, I'm white but I don't think my Black friends and neighbors necessarily feel comforted by the heavy police presence here. There is so much excessive, and sometimes deadly, force used against Black people - especially males. I'm

[@djgroopz4952]

@@cwctlh it depends on where you live. Same as in South Africa.

[@realsebsworld3004]

South Africa has got a lot of Asian people like Cape Malay,Indonesians,Chinese and Indians.

[@lulundleve4606]

This was so interesting ❤️😂

[@oleratoyoga]

Lulu Ndleve thank you for watching love🙏🏾♥️

[@shannonlatrise]

I absolutely love this video. I'm from the US(Florida/Ohio), I am moving to SA and can't wait! I'm surprised you didn't talk about the difference of the quality of food.

[@brenth8821]

Good video. There should be more connections between people of African decent. We are all over the world. You were right in the beginning about the misconceptions Americans and Africans have about each other. It was used as a tool to separate us.

[@thembekamaistry2523]

Love from South Africa 🇿🇦 pta East

[@oleratoyoga]

I lived in PTA East too!! Much love ♥️♥️

[@neuse74]

I am also from South Africa, and now living in the US. You made pretty much all of the points I have noticed!

[@thabomalesela2670]

Hi there, I enjoyed your video, the point about African Americans vs Africans and the perceptions we have of each other was a very interesting point and had no idea that it was an actual thing. Hopefully you are showing our African cousins a lot of love. Please make more videos yeah?!

[@oleratoyoga]

Thank you so much for watching. Definitely showing love and sharing my culture.

[@alexisrene2442]

I laughed sm omg you're super funny 😂 great video girl! And love your hoodie!! 😄

[@JaiK64]

Please excuse the America education system. Its the reason so many of us have small minds when it comes to other countries. When being taught of Africa, we are taught about it as a whole. They no longer break down and go into depth about the many countries, languages, diverse cultures, etc etc. I'm not even from Africa and it irks my nerves at the ignorance people have of the continent. I remember years ago having to sit my nieces and nephews down and give them a quick lesson on how beautiful Africa is. They didn't even know there were malls. I was so disappointed in their lack of knowledge.

[@oleratoyoga]

Jai K honestly thank you so much for the comments and engagement. I’ve learned not to be upset and understanding because I can see the problem is with the education system and not the people. Big ups to you for educating the little ones♥️

[@lanardfletcher1422]

Huh?? Why on earth would they learn that in school?? That shit wont help them compete in this society. If you want your kids to know the wonders of Africa, teach them. Teacher's dont have time for all that. Lol

[@vinnidavinci3932]

They don't teach in school Africa is one country, come on man. Not learning about Africa is not the same as being taught "africa is whole". Novody learns that in school stop spreading lies.

[@vinnidavinci3932]

@@oleratoyoga The education system is not the problem. In South Africa we don't learn about other countries either. We know about america through movies and music we dont know about them either except stereotypes.

[@KDH-br6hy]

@@lanardfletcher1422 but they teach eu history geography and languages 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@jasminepearls1047]

Yes, braiding hair is ridiculous here but I'm black American so it's normal. My cousin always braided my hair for free. I was shocked at how cheap it was throughout Africa. If you are in California or New York life is too expensive. Georgia is cheaper. That is the difference between Black immigrants and black Americans we would never say the police made us feel safe lol.

[@oleratoyoga]

I’m in California so very expensive. Thank you so much for watching

[@Richdollabill]

She just tried all of us here in America saying th police made her feel safe.

[@pillaygabrielle4450]

@@Richdollabill in South Africa you'll be lucky to even see the cops.

[@google_me2567]

Lol they're kak lazy

[@tholwethu2074]

Are there a lot of black people that stay in Georgia? I am asking because when Biden won the election, Georgia was one of the key states that made it happen.

[@ppbytebym]

otherwise this video is just beautiful, it shows our originality and authenticity

[@oleratoyoga]

Teby M thank you for watching baby🙏🏾♥️

[@ppbytebym]

@@oleratoyoga Always ❤️😘

[@tfmkhonza5084]

Twooooo milliooooon rand with our accent proudly SA

[@theslowswamp397]

We need that cop thing in South Africa

[@broadnaxbabe]

Sawubona! First, I absolutely LOVED this video! I'm from the US but I studied at UKZN in Durban. I'm trying to convince my husband to move to SA now, and you brought up a lot of interesting points that were culture shocks for me in SA! Regarding the gas stations, there are 2 states where they pump your gas for you: New Jersey (where I'm from) and Oregon. I remember crossing the river and needing gas in Pennsylvania and sitting at a gas station waiting for someone to come pump my gas, but obviously nobody came! lol so it can even be a shock for some of us who are from here! Also, usually if you see a lot of police in a particular area, it means it's an unsafe area and requires more police. Depending on what state you live in, County Police are just for show and don't actually do anything. Based on your geotag it looks like you're near DC (the nation's capital) so in Virginia you'll see more State and County Police than somewhere like New York or New Jersey. Hope you're enjoying your time here in the States, and remember to turn your clock ahead tonight for Daylight Savings Time!

[@bongiwepreciousmdlalose4609]

Sawbona sis!

[@madtitan5997]

Considering coming to South Africa look up "The Real South African" a vlog by American expats living in South Africa. You will not regret it..

[@Gee5425]

Lmao,😂😂😂 I'm born and raised in Atlanta, and if someone tried to pump my gas for me at the gas station, I might think they were coming to try to rob me.🤣🤣 I'd be completely thrown if someone started pumping my gas, I wouldn't know if I'm supposed to feel sketchy about it, help them, or tip them!

[@yathahoraya8110]

@@Gee5425 Actually here in South Africa they are employed by that certain gas station , they not just random people who just gonna come out of nowhere to help you

[@Gee5425]

@@yathahoraya8110 I got that. I figured in South Africa they were employed, and their job is to pump the people's gas, and that is normal to see there. I was referring to the OP saying that someone in New Jersey and Oregon were pumping her gas. It's not something that happens in the states ANYMORE. It did happen in the 50s, back in the day, people stood outside and pumped people's gas, and they were employed by the gas station, but that practice is long gone in the US, to the point where I would actually say I don't believe the person that made this comment is even being truthful. I've been to New Jersey, and no one has ever pumped my gas there, and I doubt they're doing it in Oregon either. It just doesn't happen here, and if it did it would probably freak the person out, because it's not something we do at all, and it's pretty normal in the US to watch for people approaching your vehicle at the pump, because it's way more common for that person to be approaching you for a nefarious reason, such as robbing you, car jacking you, or even to harm you. Not that our gas stations are super dangerous, but being approached at the pump today in the US would be far more likely that something bad was going to happen, rather then someone helping pump your gas. I can honestly say I'm in my mid 30s, I've been to 41 states in the US, and I have NEVER not one time had anyone try to approach my car to pump my gas for me. Not that I think anything about having someone working at the gas station pumping gas, if it's customery somewhere then it's just apart of that place. But this lady speaks about being shocked when she pulled into a gas station in Pennsylvania, waited for someone to pump her gas, and no one showed up, to me; an American, it sounds very unrealistic.

[@hottmill7072]

Wheewwww honey Ureally have motivated me! Thanks for inspiration❤️

[@tshepimoncho7241]

My soul left my body when I saw the price you paid to do your hair😭😭💀💀💔💔💔

[@oleratoyoga]

It’s so stressful 😂😂😂

[@mariarakitla564]

Imagine

[@PrisMbata]

I just subscribed, thanks for sharing your experience with us Lerato.

[@aobakwesedumedi2901]

I love you dear.... I just came last year in America and you touched all the points 😁😁😁😁

[@jessicabosch518]

I've been living in South Africa for all 26 years in my life. We have to move to America for business.... I'm worried. I'm really worried. But thanks for the advice..

[@btube2006]

If you like having gas pumped for you, then maybe New Jersey or Oregon would be a good fit :D . Its illegal to pump your own gas in those two states.

[@ryangisslow3864]

I know this is a late reply, but the schools in my area all have gates around them. However, you are 100% correct in my opinion that the majority of houses in the United States don't need fences. It is more of a luxury than a need, unless of course you live in an area that has a higher crime rate. Also I have never hear of a bank like that hahah but it sounds cool! Normally the ATM is outside the bank in my experience.

[@oleratoyoga]

Haha this was in calabasas. Thanks for watching 🙏🏾♥️

[@ryangisslow3864]

Lerato Malatjie ahh cool! Of course, it was a great video.

[@worldlystats6146]

When o heard u say 'petrol, petrol shell garage😂😂 ' i just had to subscribe. Uyahlanya uwuzenzisi

[@oleratoyoga]

Worldly Stats hahaha thank you for watching love ♥️♥️

[@mariahsneed5285]

The elementary schools usually only have gates around them and it's usually only around the playground.

[@realsydney_za]

"Maybe I try to be in a movie" I'm dead 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@masungulosimango4243]

This is my first video, and the reason why clicked on it was because I thought I recognized you, but I was right it is you. How have you been

[@roxymafichi7740]

Wow ..i lov the fact that the police are at every corner..you feel safe ..i mean thts what we need in SA..always being alert👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@tanequajackson6654]

It's not like that in every state or neighborhood.

[@brenth8821]

Just know if you have just a bit of melanin proceed with caution. They the largest gang in America

[@godsbabeborn-again5945]

It'd make us feel both safe and terrified considering how police treat blacks that side.

[@DanielleLavirgo]

Girl Spades is classic black American game and it destroys families and friends lol. The pool party thing is typically the same. There are many memes joking about black ppl in America not getting in the pool at pool parties. We are trying to change lol. Loved the video...new subbie! 💕

[@oleratoyoga]

Hahaha I would love to play spade. The pool party thing was a shock to me but it seems like our traditions are being held worldwide

[@cmthoughts4803]

I must come and do braiding business in USA 💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻. I will be rich mos

[@kmakumane258]

i think you need a license to do it, or maybe its only in some places. i think i remember seeing something like that while watching some show

[@oj4499]

I suggest u go too New York or midwest

[@AdultentionalOnes]

Come to TN. You don’t need license to braid here.

[@cmthoughts4803]

@@AdultentionalOnes I’m just joking I can’t even do my own hair 😪

[@Kearamojela]

🤣🤣 Honestly “ let me buy my burger in peace “ Loved this ! 😩🌸

[@GoWithTheFlowFX]

im an American living in South Africa lol dope video very informative

[@MsXlr8urself]

Day light savings time is a remnant of the time where the country was full of farmers. The same with the times of the year students are at school, the US hasn't let go of the 'farm life'.

[@patriciamulamba7069]

A Tsotsi waiting for you on the couch just finished me.😂😂😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😅😆😁😄😃😀... Nice review.

[@lebohangm7252]

You probably not attending a pool party for some time after your last one😂you sound so disappointed that everyone was getting in the pool and you just wanted to dip your feet in and take pictures😂❤️love from S.A

[@oleratoyoga]

I’m not used to it 😂😂😂💯

[@sydneynicole5240]

Girl I totally understand you on the braiding part. I’m American myself and it makes me sooo sick that these Instagram/free lance hair stylist overcharge you to get braids. There’s a girl in my city who charges $400 for the goddess locs you have on in this video. I don’t think braids should cost no more than $100 because they really don’t last that long anyway. Also weird question, but what size is your sweatshirt? 😌 I was going to get one and didn’t know if they run big or small. Anyways Great video and you are so pretty!♥️

[@oleratoyoga]

That’s so Sydney oh no that’s just too much. I think I’m going back to just wearing wigs because I definitely can’t keep up with braiding costs! Thanks for watching🙏🏾

[@oleratoyoga]

That’s so Sydney my sweater is a medium but the large also makes a great cozy fit for me. Thank you so much ♥️

[@mfundo6619]

In SA we call it a jersey 😂😂

[@more2much696]

100 dollars is still too much in South Africa

[@mariarakitla564]

Braiding hair in South Africa cost R50 to R200' to pay R4000 for doing hair it's insane

[@live.life.on.purpose]

Lol “I think Elon Musk is from South Africa”🤷🏽‍♀️ That was funny 😂

[@Vee8139]

I wish this vedio was longer.💁🏽‍♂️😆😆.......really enjoying it.👌🏽

[@chapatimotosamurai]

Hi, I've never watched your vlog, but today I did and just want to say I enjoyed it plus your honesty about living in the USA.

[@scottievaldez4194]

I love your video so heart warming and positive thank you for your insights and I’m born here in America! :) love this!

[@dragonzdimezion5847]

Schools don't have gates but you need verification to enter inside if you not student and the police are always station at the school and around the block

[@ronaldsegage5621]

At least our South African flag is displayed on our taxis and it is befitting. I remember one day riding in a taxi that overtook a police car chasing robber's car, A short while later we overtook that robber's car. It was crazy ek se.

[@msg653]

Interesting video 😊😊😊 I’m from SA living in Atlanta

[@oj4499]

What made u pick atlanta

[@msg653]

@@oj4499 I have family there

[@katlegoangel6363]

I laughed so hard with the banks and thieves thing yah neh mzansi it's really but it would be nice thou like doing thing without worrying about getting robbed or anything happening

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[@lunomalangabi]

tbh 100 dollars is like me and my sister getting braids done here in SA

[@lethaboramphenyane]

$100 is me doing my hair for the whole year in SA...with some change

[@oleratoyoga]

Thank you for this comment cause I was about to get dizzy and braid my hair again for $250

[@lethaboramphenyane]

@@oleratoyoga I'm glad you didn't 😉. I really enjoyed the video. One thing you missed was loadshedding😂. I'm currently going through it myself😅

[@more2much696]

@@lethaboramphenyane you pushing it

[@DivaEsquire]

This was so informative! But I should warn you as you travel through the states, that traffic rules are different lol. We have many full service gas pumps here in NY, and turning on red is something that we do further out in Long Island, not so much in the city, for obvious reasons. Also.. your hair is amazing. And yep, these braided doos cost all the coins😂😂😂. BTW If you want to test friendships, play “cards against humanity”!

[@carmens3685]

Just to clarify, you DO stop on the red light...look both ways...and THEN, if nothing's coming, you can turn. Also, if you got inside that door at the bank, did you consider how you might get OUT? They are not worried.

[@siwetina3628]

Subscribed at 2 million 😂😂😂

[@oleratoyoga]

Siwe Tina thanks for watching 🙏🏾

[@africanandproud6792]

@@oleratoyoga why can't you change your username to 2 million 😂where in South Africa do you come from young sister?

[@oleratoyoga]

Hahaha! I’m from Limpopo Giyani. Thank you so much for watching

[@africanandproud6792]

@@oleratoyoga You just got yourself a new subscriber. Very vibrant, confident and articulate young sister. I'm from Gauteng. It's always great to see my people living their best lives. Let's go for 2 million subscribers now. Hola daar! And stay safe. 🙏🏾

[@julezxz]

South Africans and saying YouChube

[@oleratoyoga]

L M LMAOOOOOO why you trolling an entire nation cause of me 😫😫😫😂

[@julezxz]

Lmaoooo myself included😄❤❤❤

[@hunadimakgatho3403]

How is it pronounced Kganti? 😅

[@mphutsakomathetse8679]

hahaha, uena o reng? hek, ke YouChube

[@lebohangm7252]

They say You tsube 😩Just like that Mukbang word🥺🥺Americans butcher words😩😩

[@cwctlh]

Be aware that in the US, the thing at the top of a pencil is called an eraser. In the US, a rubber is another name for a condom. A newly arrived male college student friend learned this when he asked a female classmate if she had a rubber. 😄

[@revenant2979]

Yes Lerato is a very common name in South Africa. What is beautiful is that it means something...I think its Love. U mofumahatsana ea qabolang, Mzanzi e hloka mosali e mong ea joalo ka uena. Rata ho Jesu Mopholosi oa rona.

[@dimakatsohlahla8580]

2 million mogirl😅😅😅 Very interesting ❤️

[@leonikiiii]

“You dip your feet in the water for ambiance” 😂😂 so true!

[@ontlametsemogorosi]

I think in South Africa we also have different police. Like flying squad and pop and and and. We have metro police. The hawks which is like their fbi. But i stand to be corrected

[@google_me2567]

Lol in my life I have never seen any other police besides the ones that wear blue uniforms.

[@ontlametsemogorosi]

@@google_me2567 metro police? 👀

[@jeronamo5404]

The thing with the traffic light (better known in SA as "Robots"), we have the same thing only its done with arrows pointing green for left or right turn when the other cars coming from the same direction are at a dead stop

[@remzirayym3402]

The day light savings concept is a shock for real. So time is Vele a scam 😂I love this video. New subbie here 💕

[@ryanpokhan5257]

Great video Love your vibe and answerd alot of questions I had in mind FYI I get my hair cut for R40 lol

[@NarnianLady]

As someone from Europe who one day would love to visit SA, I found your points very interesting. Concerning different ethnicities in the US, I have heard that asking ppl about their ethnic background is even considered iinsulting, or racist.. which is wild. Such a shame.. I am like you, I also enjoy guessing ( or learning) different people's origins and mother tongue, but in today's world that is sometimes seen as offensive. Maybe SA is more relaxed when it comes to living alongside other cultures.

[@vanessawhittaker6818]

The reason why it's because when it's spring and summer the days are longer than the nights and when it's fall and winter the nights are longer than the days in other words during the spring and Summer and extra hour of daylight is gained while an extra hour of night is lost when it's fall and winter it just flip-flops an extra hour of night is gained while an extra hour of day is lost

[@godsbabeborn-again5945]

For every time she says "Like" I need to get R1. Oh, how rich I would become! Is it an American thing? 😱 You're very pretty and this video has lots of lessons. Hello from South Africa!

[@kendalljones5130]

Its a South African thing epecially the young ones.

[@godsbabeborn-again5945]

@@kendalljones5130 it's an American thing and South African youth adopted it because they think it's cool. I was watching KoreanBilly's English channel and two Americans, one from Carlifonia and another from Texas, were giving differences in their English. The guy from Texas said this "like" is very popular in Carlifonia and that lady from Carli agreed. Check out the channel. I'm unable to share the link with you here.

[@astoldbymuriel103]

It's so sickening to be honest. But I enjoyed her commentary so I enjoyed it until the end.

[@precioussebatjane2986]

God'sBabe Born-again where on earth do you get that. We use like a lot because English is a 2nd language after our mother tongue, so when u describe things and you can't find English words, 'like' helps close the breaks, so we don't think it's cool and not many South Africans are interested of what is happening outside of South Africa. Very shallow of you to think we think Americans are cool

[@Richdollabill]

She's a fan of American culture. Which im not. Go to America at your own (freedom) risk. And she does overuse the word 'like' . That's for young people, young as in 15.

[@jpadma9]

So funny girl in Mexico they put the gas too it was so new for me too when I moved to the US hahaha!

[@amberj8606]

Thanks, some eye opening comparisons, good to no. With love from SA

[@EdwinNSenior]

Lol, this is so interesting I must say. Love it.

[@oleratoyoga]

Edwin Ngoasheng thank you for watching♥️

[@vhutshilomathako8102]

Hi Lerato, I really like your video, more especially when you talked about the "Banking and Security System ". I really wish if our country can invest more in those two aspects for improvements.

[@Amanda_Jele]

😂😂😂 I loved this video!!! ❤️❤️❤️ elite thieves?!💀

[@oleratoyoga]

AmandaPJele Top 2 and not 2

[@oleratoyoga]

Thanks for watching baby🙏🏾♥️

[@tblade5208]

Hey Lerato can I please ask like what is it that you are doin in america or u jus moved there like just relocated there?

[@siliosspi2210]

Great presentation. Well done Beautiful Lady. Thanks

[@hloniphile1396]

GIRL I'm at the UK the pound is messing with me 😇🇬🇧

[@tebogomabiletsa5945]

This is fun to watch😂😂😂😂

[@oleratoyoga]

Thank you for watching 🙏🏾♥️

[@empress_g.r9681]

Lol kasi e mnate shame I would visit America but moving nex🙌🏿

[@oleratoyoga]

Lol yeah I understand that.

[@JonnaAdamaslutongbahay]

So much to learn from your video ❤️

[@oleratoyoga]

Jonna Adamas thank you so much for watching♥️

[@nkululekopeter7268]

Oh my sister from South Africa

[@reeah4536]

To be quiet honest you gave me a lot of insight regarding the difference between the USA and the RSA. i'm gonna be in Atlanta in December

[@resellersdictionary5616]

When the banks are closed in South Africa, are there guarded? Are the banks guarded 24:7 regardless of them being open?

[@hopebuhali3887]

Banks in South Africa are usually in Malls, and malls here hardly ever get broken into.

[@summerraine3934]

As a Black American that’s not us flying those American flags. Don’t get me wrong I’m a proud American and love living here, but yeah we don’t do all of that😆

[@audreydalton8018]

Didn’t know you guys still have gas station attendants! They used to be common in the US. New Jersey still prohibits people from pumping their own gas, and Oregon does too except under certain circumstances. My parents grew up back when attendants were still common. Mom was shocked the first time she saw someone actually pump their own gas. But it’s been so long since it was common here that the last time we were in Oregon, Dad wondered why a man was approaching our car! So, if South Africans are on a driving trip, and you guys stop at a gas station to buy snacks, does one person stay with the car? Do your gas stations even have convenience stores?

[@oleratoyoga]

Audrey Dalton Hey Audrey! Yes we do have convenient stores and you actually stay in the car while the attendant pumps it for you.

[@audreydalton8018]

But would both people go to the convenience store at the same time, or would one stay with the car? And thanks for responding to my comment!

[@Philasande_Shange]

Yes we do go to the store but you need to lock the car, actually we even have mini shopping centers located around gas stations on highways! And they’re actually safe but if it’s a remote station and at night that wouldn’t be safe

[@oleratoyoga]

Philasande Shange couldn’t have explained it better. Thank you.

[@justhumanrampai4882]

😂😂😂😂😂It's the 2million for me💀... The S.A in you sis😂😂

[@learnxhosawithkhanyi]

Thank you for the video doll. So informative. Thank you! :) :)

[@deebonoko6818]

This was interesting ...love from South Africa PTA🇿🇦

[@resa13571]

Yeah that driving thing is real. I visited RSA once for about six weeks. I did not drive while there. However, upon my return to the USA I once found my side driving on the left side of the road

[@lollyandboitz7082]

Enjoyed this really interesting ✨

[@oleratoyoga]

Lolly and Boitz thank you for watching♥️

[@femmeglobale]

the bank thing is definitely strange though!! maybe just for your location cuz I've never heard/seen that... lol

[@oleratoyoga]

This was in calabasas haha. A lot of people are saying they don’t know about this too

[@mcemaryngcobobusisiwe8857]

Thank you baby girl for sharing

[@leratolebelo4178]

the pool party thing killed me 😂😂😂

[@Lailasobahle]

Love this 😍😍😍😍