Africa - lessons for us all -

It's a long way, not business class, and just for three days.  Grumbling I hear you say!
I wa a guest on VAustralia's inaugural flight to South Afrca and it was fabulous.   We flew due West, halfway round the world, as fast as the triple 7 flies into the afternoon sun, departing Melbourne at 1100 and touching down in Johannesburg late that afternoon.  Four movies, two meals, and a nap, later!  Just a little longer than Sydney LA.

And then the surprises continued.  My pre-conceived perceptions about South Africa fell in tatters over three gloirous days.   The struggles are well documented, but their immense pride, their passion to make the country great is not as well known!   Under Mandela they've made huge strides

And with the glory that surrounds hosting the Soccer World Cup and finally being on the World Stage, they've stepped up and embraced great change.