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Jenni Red

@Jenni Red

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South African expat in Libya

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South African

Lives in Tripoli

Speaks English, Afrikaans, German, French, Libyan Arabic (a little), ASL (a little)

Registration: 28 July 2010

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Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
Samakauk

Ur opinion is important by Samakauk

Would you please join us & share your opinion with us here? What do you think of Libya now? What is the future going to be like? Are you happy with your stay in Libya? And would you recommend it to others?

Jenni Red

It is really nice to have you in Libya Jenni, was nice to read your sincere thoughts!Thank you, Libya2011!! I am very glad to be here!! :-) Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
Samakauk

Eating out by Samakauk

It would be great if everyone post a restaurant of cafe, s/he thinks it is wonderful place and he would recommend it to others. I would start with Alfarooj fastfood. Formerly was managed by cookdoor.

Jenni Red

In the old city close to Martyrs square there is Tripoli's restaurant. Fish soups, cous cous, grilled pumpikin and more! We could arrange a dinner there. Ciao!Hi Factory Girl - if you look further up this topic, you will see I already mentioned that ... Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
Samakauk

Ur opinion is important by Samakauk

Would you please join us & share your opinion with us here? What do you think of Libya now? What is the future going to be like? Are you happy with your stay in Libya? And would you recommend it to others?

Jenni Red

Thank u Jenni, this was very helpful.Pleasure, Samakauk - glad i could contribute!! :-) Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
Samakauk

Ur opinion is important by Samakauk

Would you please join us & share your opinion with us here? What do you think of Libya now? What is the future going to be like? Are you happy with your stay in Libya? And would you recommend it to others?

Jenni Red

I have just moved back to Tripoli, Libya, two months ago, after having to be evacuated soon after the start of the revolution at the end of February 2011. Before the war I had been living and working in Tripoli as a teacher, for 16 months. I then ... Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
Julien

5 good reasons for living in Libya by Julien

Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Libya, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien

Jenni Red

Well said, naiyersheen!!! I completely agree!! :-) Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
Julien

5 good reasons for living in Libya by Julien

Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Libya, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien

Jenni Red

Hi Aurelie - I think Fahim was just trying to help bijpuls understand in their own language what this particular forum is about.... ;-) Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
MadAnnie

Expired Visa by MadAnnie

I work with some people whose visa's have expired and the company say 'oh that is ok, not a problem'. Their visa's expired a month ago! Also how long does it take to get residency these days as someone said today it is only taking 4 days.

Jenni Red

I work with some people whose visa's have expired and the company say 'oh that is ok, not a problem'. Their visa's expired a month ago! Also how long does it take to get residency these days as someone said today it is only taking 4 days.Hi ... Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
NYCGlobeTrotter

Libya Nightlife by NYCGlobeTrotter

Currently in Tripoli and looking to explore the city. - Can anyone recommend a good place to hangout at night? Is there an area where most people go? - Recommendation for an english speaking driver w/ car? Looking to head out to the Roman Ruins - ...

Jenni Red

LOOOL - Scattered gunshots are the norm at the moment - but at least it IS better than when i was here in December. Plus the military and police ARE finally beginning to have an effect on security. Tho last night friends in Gargaresh reported TWO ... Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
trex

How long does it take for Mail through Postal service? by trex

Hello Friends, A friend of mine in the UK has just sent a mail via postal service to me in Libya. He sent it to my PO BOX here in Libya, how long does it take for it to arrive in my box? Thanks in advance for the information. Regards, T

Jenni Red

Thanks for the extra info, Leptis - good to know!! :-) Hi all, some people using Arabian company called ARAMEX located in Gargour area for parcels and they openning accounts with them . DHL for documents and paper stuff because its expensive and ... Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
trex

How long does it take for Mail through Postal service? by trex

Hello Friends, A friend of mine in the UK has just sent a mail via postal service to me in Libya. He sent it to my PO BOX here in Libya, how long does it take for it to arrive in my box? Thanks in advance for the information. Regards, T

Jenni Red

OH Trex - for SURE if thats where your box is then you can (and should) collect ALL your mail there - I was just talking about if you had a box at another smaller post office.... ;-) Thanks very much Jenni, a week to 10 days for an A4 letter ... Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
trex

How long does it take for Mail through Postal service? by trex

Hello Friends, A friend of mine in the UK has just sent a mail via postal service to me in Libya. He sent it to my PO BOX here in Libya, how long does it take for it to arrive in my box? Thanks in advance for the information. Regards, T

Jenni Red

Hi Trex - if it is a parcel will take about 2 weeks - but normal document or small package - about a week to 10 days..... Not sure what procedure is now after the war - but before, any document (normal mail) or small package up to max A4 size would ... Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
Julien

5 good reasons for living in Libya by Julien

Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Libya, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien

Jenni Red

Bizpuls as Aurelie has said - this is not the post or the forum to discuss jobs - please keep to the topic. The only suggestion i can give to you is apply through the usual channels as most of us did. I came originally though Libyan ... Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
Julien

5 good reasons for living in Libya by Julien

Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Libya, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien

Jenni Red

Pleasure, Leptis!! :-) Glad you liked it! :-) Bizpuls - glad you liked those reasons - and that they are yours too!! Come over as soon as you can!! ;-) Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
JuanDeutsch

Getting together by JuanDeutsch

Hi! I know, there has been a couple of ideas to organize a meeting (at La Scala, for example), but a don't know if you actually met. Anyway, someone willing to meet for coffee or meal? May be at la scala, may be at this new indian restaurant next to ...

Jenni Red

LOOOL - Hilton - why does that bother you?....we will be better protected than most!!! ;-) hi jenni i receive this message it is good idea to meet in Cornthia but as i know cornthia is full with amred soilders due to most of VIP staying there Read More

Jenni Red replied to a thread
12 years ago
Samakauk

Eating out by Samakauk

It would be great if everyone post a restaurant of cafe, s/he thinks it is wonderful place and he would recommend it to others. I would start with Alfarooj fastfood. Formerly was managed by cookdoor.

Jenni Red

I also was just introduced to a REALLY lovely Cafe/Restaurant in Gargaresh Road - just on the edge of Siya Hiya and gergaresh....called Veranda Cafe - it has just moved next door to where it was originally, and is now much bigger and better - and ... Read More