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Help with some eco-projects in a remote Xhosa village outside Hogsback in Seymour, South Africa

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  2025 

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  • Description

    Description

    During the pandemic the hostel had to be closed down by their Belgian-South African owners. In the meantime the business was handed over to the people of Elundini community with Sakumzi as the lovely host. However a lot of job needs to be done to bring the old vibe back. It is all about experiencing Xhosa culture and Xhosa art. Want to submerge yourself in a remote indigenous community, surrounded by nature .... this is the place to be.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Art Projects
    Gardening
    Farmstay help
    Babysitting and creative play
    Help around the house
    Hospitality/Tourism
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    If you are interested in learning more about Xhosa culture....this place is for you. Always wanted to know how it is to live in a remote African village away from civilization, buzzing nightlife, restaurants...stay for a couple of weeks. There are public taxis that can bring you around the area.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We are looking for people who can work indepentently and with business skills.
    You must also be able to paint, cut the grass, gardenwork and maintenance.
    We also need people who can do social media, make nice videos, entertain guests, cook, do fundraising etc.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Xhosa: Fluent
    Afrikaans: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We offer free accommodation in our dorm and free tea and coffeer. Unfortunately we can't provide food at this point. No formal qualifications required. Experience in running a hostel is a bonus. You need to be minimum 20 year of age and have lots of energy and enthusiasm and be open to other cultures as you will be working close together with the local community.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Activities we offer during your free time is learning how to make Xhosa bread, go on a day hike to Hogsback, learn Xhosa, etc.
    Please contact via Whatsapp - ask us for the number

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    We love hosting digital nomads, however internet access is not always stable.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Plenty of space to park your campervan with a lovely mountain view.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    We have a male dog ourselves who's a bit territorial towards other male dogs.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

Host ref number: 685878493488

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The image shows five children standing in front of a mural, proudly holding up white t-shirts with colorful designs and South African flags.
Three people sit around a campfire in a rural area, surrounded by rolling hills and a fence, with a cloudy sky above.
The image shows a man playing guitar, with two women and a man in the background, in a recording studio setting.
The image depicts a woman painting a wall in a scenic outdoor setting, with a mountainous backdrop and a bucket of paint at her feet.
The image depicts a serene sunset over a mountain range, with a fence and a field in the foreground, and a watermark reading "workaway.info" in the center.
The image depicts a single-story house with a green water tank in the foreground, set against a backdrop of a grassy field and a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a cluster of three round, tan-colored houses with thatched roofs, situated in a rural setting with rolling hills and a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a spacious room with a wooden table and benches, a fireplace, and a large window offering a scenic view of a mountainous landscape.

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