FAQs
Travel
It depends on your passport. Check the Department of Home Affairs list for your country now. If you need one, apply straight away and request an invitation letter from the retreat team.
South Africa’s Electronic Travel Authorisation launched on 12 August 2026. It costs R500 and is usually approved instantly. Visa-exempt travellers don’t need it, but it gets you into faster automated lanes at the airport.
Yes, if you’re travelling from, or spent more than 12 hours transiting through, a yellow fever risk country. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before you fly.
Report to Njambi or Aisha via Slack or WhatsApp.
Please note that you would need to bear the cost of the missed flight if it was missed by your negligence.
Contact airport ground staff and airline, then travel to hotel and await further response.
Report to Njambi or Aisha via Slack or WhatsApp.
Assess which items are necessary to be sourced immediately.
Gain information on exactly the problem and the next steps to be taken.
Reach out to Aisha via Slack or WhatsApp for support with any requested documentation.
Stay
Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank, at 4 Parks Boulevard, Oxford Parks. View on Google Maps
Ask the retreat team before booking anything.
On the ground
Yes, tap water in Johannesburg is safe to drink.
Please alert People team or Njambi via Slack or WhatsApp. They will co-ordinate:
- First aid
- Medical Assistance: Doctor Consultation or Emergency Services if needed
In the event that you are experiencing Covid/Ebola Symptoms, please isolate in your room immediately.
Type M and N, 230 V. Bring an adapter.
To stay respectful of our host country’s culture:
- Read and stay informed of cultural dos and don’ts.
- Avoid unnecessary questions or remarks