Signs of the times: South African townships (and further afield)
I’m back … More about my three-week layoff soon … For now, some amusing signs from the townships north and south of Pretoria (where I live) and in Antananarivo, Madagascar (where I used to live).
Nike Boy Barba Shop. “We Relax” – a crucial trait for barbers…
“God Is Great Supermarket”. Everyone in the community sure knows where they stand in their faith!
I’d send my kid to “Mama’s Love Educere Centre”. Who wouldn’t want their child showered by “mama’s love” while they are off at work? There’s even a play area…
Apart from the bad grammar (is Ernest’s surname Multi, or do they just accept multiple grades of gold?) this isn’t funny in itself. But it’s quite ironic, I’d say, considering that it’s situated right across the road from a squatter camp:
Across the road from the gold and diamond exchange
“Can’t Wait VW Spares”… Enough said.
Appropriate? I think so… (Seen in Antananarivo, Madagascar). Photo by Jocelyn @ Madagascar Musings
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I am so very glad you obviously cannot count to 50!
I just couldn’t do it! 50 seemed so far away!
LOL. i love signs like these. makes Canadian life seem so boring, doesnt it?
Well, I have yet to experience enough of Canada to comment, but any month now, and month!
… although, there IS a sign of a road side truck stop in Manitoba called “The Cat Sass”, which i adore. haha.
btw. i like the new look of your blog.
Thanks – I was inspired by the changes you made to your blog!
nice. i am flattered that you not only used my photo, but that my blog changes inspired your own.
and i’m glad you’re back on blogging. how can you not write/post your photos?!
Cool, nice to see you’re back!
Africa, She is so expressive. Eish!
Don’t you just love it? I had to screech to a halt to capture a few of these!
hey welcome back ….i missed all your ramblings sunshine:)
what a wonderful surprise indeed!
I was pleasantly surprised to see your name pop up in my emails today…So glad you’re back! Love the “God is Great Supermarket” and would love to be able to get some fresh faith with my weekly eats.
These are too funny!
Real Canadian sign “Kakalot’s Chinese Restaurant” ….enough said?
good to see you back to blogging! and i love these signs.