The US dollar is in short supply, difficult to always get hold of, and never ever enough small denominations or change. So change is often given to you in S.A rand and failing that you often get given a handful of lollipops as change for anything less than a US$1. Some places ask you to pay in both rand and $, other accept both, whilst others only accept US$ but give change in Rand.
Zim is considered one of the best spots to see all of the stars - they are super bright - it looks like the the helm of Star Trek or something - amazing.
Every campsite across Africa has been gated and guarded bar one. It's an odd realisation to feel slightly vulnerable without security, although I have pretty much always felt safe here. In Kenya and Tanzania we were guarded by traditional Masai warriors. One night I thought I heard someone outside, and when my friend asked what it could be I said casually 'don't worry, it's probably just a warrior'.
There will be more observations.....
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