“No One Warns You About the Danger”: Amsterdam Woman Living Her Best Life in SA Township Goes Viral

• A woman from Amsterdam shared a video of herself dancing with township children to the popular Magumba challenge
• The Dutch visitor's post caption revealed that while she knew about township dangers, no one mentioned the overwhelming kindness she would experience
• Mzansi flooded the comments section with heartwarming messages, with many joking that the real danger of visiting townships is falling so deeply in love with the community

A young woman from Amsterdam found herself in the middle of a South African township, surrounded by excited children, all moving to the beats of the Magumba dance challenge.

Content creator @racheljohnie, who regularly shares fitness tips, travel content, and kickboxing videos on her social media, posted a video on 26 September 2025 that captured hearts across the country.

The clip showed her dancing with neighbourhood kids, spinning them around as they all tried to nail the popular dance moves together. Her caption read:

"Everyone warns you about the danger in the townships. No one tells you about the kindness."

The video showed the moment she started recording, with all the children staring excitedly at the camera before she moved to the back and joined them in the dance. Everyone was trying their best to get the steps right, laughing and having fun.

The pure joy on their faces and the energy in the video made it clear that she wasn't just visiting South Africa, she was living it. The fitness enthusiast, who shares content about her travels, healthy eating, beauty routines, and various activities she enjoys, seemed to have found something special in this unexpected place.

Township life wins hearts

@imeshnie pointed out:

"Pink gown doing her thing 😁"

@amely joked:

"Guess they just forgot to mention that the real danger is how fast you fall in love with the place 😜"

@lina❤️ gushed:

"Dominant display, complete dominance!"

@alise💕 shared:

"Definitely an eye-opener! Sometimes the best surprises come from where you least expect them. Kindness really does make all the difference!"

@michelle"mich"arendse added:

"Nice, lots of love in the township. People are still very humble."

@dailypaywithlu wrote:

"Thank you for showing these kids so much kindness and love🥹"

Dutch and South African connections

According to Zuid-Afrikahuis, the relationship between the Netherlands and South Africa dates back to 1652, creating centuries of complex cultural exchanges and shared history. The organisation explores how Dutch and South African communities have influenced each other over time, from language development to cultural traditions. Today, many Dutch visitors to South Africa discover a connection that goes beyond tourism, often finding themselves drawn to the warmth and community spirit that exists in townships and other areas.

Content creator @racheljohnie has been sharing her South African adventure with her followers, posting multiple videos from the township where she's been spending time. Her experience shows a different side to what she heard of before visiting, proving that sometimes the best travel moments come from stepping outside your comfort zone and connecting with local communities.

Watch the TikTok clip below:

Other stories of foreigners loving SA

• Briefly News recently reported on an American tourist who couldn't hide his amazement at South African petrol stations, and his reaction to the full-service experience had locals feeling proud.
• An American content creator with millions of followers shared her thoughts on South African women, and her compliments sparked celebrations across Mzansi.
• A woman taste-tested popular snacks from South Africa and the UK, and her honest comparisons between the two countries' treats had food lovers debating in the comments.

Source: Briefly News