XChange South Africa Team
Karin Comer
Managing Director
Dianne Flugel
Administration
Wesley Jamili
General Maintenance
Unathi Ntsume
Housekeeping
Zim Zonke
Housekeeping
Katherine Comer
Online Marketing
Mignon Kotzé
Office Intern
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LynneSouth Africa"Karin placed interns at the NGO I worked on our request. A wonderful, warm person to deal with and she matched the interns PERFECT each time for the work required. The interns were great, they...
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RamonThe Netherlands (2018)My internship at the XChangeSA’s head office was great. The other interns I’ve met were also happy with the housing and internships XChangeSA arranged. Thank you Karin! I would recommend you to...
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SuzanneThe Netherlands (2012 & 2013)"If there was an award for 'the best support abroad' I'd give it to you. It is very special to feel so welcome and at home when you put your feet on South African ground for the first time in your...
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BenjaminThe Netherlands (2004)End of June 2004, I pass the exit gates of Cape Town International Airport. A long flight lies behind me and I am so excited what lies in front of me – 6 months in South Africa. I have been standing...
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NeeltjieThe Netherlands (2015)"As travelling was always one of my dreams, I saw the opportunity to travel to South Africa without delaying my study. I grew up in a country where football is the national sport, The Netherlands, I'...
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KallaGermany (2002)I did my internship through XChange in 2002 and made friends for life. Well, family for life. Communication before my internship was fantastic and from the moment I touched ground in Cape Town,...
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Usapho Foundation (NGO)South AfricaWe are looking forward to working together with you this year. I`m excited with all the prospects of the students coming to work at Usapho Foundation. I also wish blessings for 2018.
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FranciscaChile (2016)Its been more than a year since I went to Cape Town to do my internship... Here are some words about these amazing experience...After getting my degree, I decided to go out and travel, but I didn't...
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MaxThe Netherlands (2018)Thank you for your good help, most people visit the embassy like 5 times, because they forget some forms. But I did it in one time, thanks to you.
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MarionGermany (2013)The time with XChange was overwhelming and I am still drawing on.
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CorryThe Netherlands (2018)My daughter was 2 times an intern physiotherapy in Stellenbosch South Africa. As parents we where very happy with the help from Karin Comer. It resulted in a friendship.
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JaneZimbabwe (2015 & 2016)Connecting with XChange south Africa was honestly a life changing experience. They go over and above their mission. This was not just an internship but a home away from home. I gained experience in...
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MignonCape Town (2018)XChange South Africa is professional in all aspects. They truly know what they are doing and do it well. They are a friendly, caring and well organised group of people who place their students in the...
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TobiasGermany (2018)I'm so thankful! My internship was the starting point for more experiences abroad. But I'm still in love with South Africa. All the best for the complete XChange team!
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MerveilleSouth AfricanThey make sure they find the best placement that's suitable for you. They don't waste time. They go the extra mile on your behalf. Karin is the best, she's always assisting me and gives me advice on...
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NeddySouth AfricanIt was my last day at Umvoto today. Going to use the last 2 months to try and complete my Masters. I would like to express my heart felt gratitude for introducing me to the company. The experience...
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SinanGerman (2005)It has been a long time ago i went to South Afrika but the time i spent there was just lovley. I was treated as a family member and had such a great Time. Many thanks to Karin (and Katherine). They...
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RebekkaUnited States Of AmericaYou never miss a birthday Karin!! Thank you. Thinking of you - not so far from you now!! I'm in Kenya at Tenwek hospital for 10 weeks.
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LindsayThe Netherlands (2016)My other family in South Africa! Very friendly caring people that go the extra mile for their students.
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DannyUnited States of America (2017)This recommendation is long overdue: I lived in Cape Town for three months in the winter of 2017, and XChange South Africa helped me with every step of becoming comfortable, settled, and welcomed to...
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JosephSouth AfricanThank you very much for the warm welcoming in your internship placement company and the effort your company and Karin is taking to help me with my application, I really appreciate thanks again. Best...
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AndreSouth African"Hi Karin, Thank you for all your help. You have been amazing. I will whenever there is an opportunity again with us to host interns, definitely make use of your company." Adre - (PicknPay : Manager...
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Industrial Design company in Cape TownSouth African"Caolan from the UK is a great fit and I think he's enjoying his time here."
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Analytical Chemistry firm in Cape TownSouth African"Bedan from the DRC Republic is doing very well. He is such a well manner young man."
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BastianThe Netherlands (2017)"Since I'm leaving South Africa and probably won't get the chance to see you and thank you in person. I've had an incredible experience im the past 5 months and I want to thank you for enabling that...
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YdwerThe Netherlands (2017)Hi Karin, Thank you for all your help today and yesterday. I appreciate that so much! Had such a Nice sleep and breakfast! See you tomorrow!
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IrinaThe Netherlands (2011)"Dear Karin, Just wanted to thank you both for giving me the opportunity to come to Cape Town, to do the lovely internship and to meet all these wonderful people! Extending my ticket was soo worth it...
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Dr ThubaUnited States of America (2015)"Thanks to you too Diane and Karin from the Cape Town team for giving us the opportunity to work with the girls. They were really good, they learn very fast, and they did a lot for us within this...
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Chantel (Company)South Africa"We want you to know that Bibi has had such a positive impact on the staff and children at our Home and that there are a few people in this world who are able to work with disability in the way that...
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Ajax Cape Town (Company)South Africa"I just want to congratulate you on the excellent interns you have sent to us. Elena and Neeltje were excellent and their knowledge and level of practical work was the best I’ve seen since I’ve been...
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Nicro (Company)South Africa"Karin placed interns at the NGO I worked on our request. A wonderful, warm person to deal with and she matched the interns PERFECT each time for the work required. The interns were great, they...
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ArminGermany (2015)"I never thought I would be able to go on a safari and see the big five just an hours drive away from Cape Town. But then I discovered Fairy Glen who is a family-run game-reserve and got to see them...
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DeniseAustria (2004 & 2007)"Thank you very much for the birthday greetings. I am always happy when I get "signs of life” from my favourite continent. It’s now 2 years ago that I was in South Africa and I still don’t forget...
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MartenThe Netherlands (2015)"I want to say thank you for all the things you have done. I really had an amazing time in South Africa and I'm sure I will be back some time. Thanks!"
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JoanThe Netherlands (2013 & 2014)"Hi Karin, Thanks for everything you did for me! I really enjoyed my time at the school! I'm gonna miss the kids and some of the teachers terribly. I'm thankful you placed me over there and therefore...
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AnneGermany (2007)Hi Karin, "I arrived safely back home via a long trip over Dubai finally back in Germany. I miss the people in Cape Town now already! I want to thank you for the great time in Cape Town, it was one...
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Camp Sunshine (Company)South Africa"I just want to let you know how amazing your student volunteer Bettina is! WE LOVE HER! She is hard-working, takes initiative and is just generally wonderful! We have 2 other students at the moment...
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NikkieThe Netherlands (2010 & 2011)"I wanted to thank you so much for everything you have done and for organising the most fantastic internship I could ever imagine! Through this internship I got inspired by the world of Sustainable...
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HiuKwanThe Netherlands (2010 & 2011)"I love my work too! Have such a great internship, I'm soooo happy with it!! Again, thanks so much for arranging it all! You're the best! Hope to see you soon again!"
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LieselotteBelgium (2010 & 2011)"I want to say thank you for the very nice months I have spend in Cape Town. It was a wonderful experience. Now I'm back in Belgium with a thesis that has to be finished in 3 weeks and exams to pass...
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JaapThe Netherlands (2010 & 2011)"Thank you so much! My time in Cape Town was great, I have had a lot of fun here! The internship was great, the house, the people, thank you for everything!" Comment From The Company: "Just to...
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SjoerdThe Netherlands (2011)"Karin helped me with finding an internship. Thanks to her, I had a great internship at a recruiting firm in Cape Town. Karin was always available for help, answering questions and a chat. I would...
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NicoGermany (2015)"I just want to say thank you for everything. The 3 months in Cape Town were the best time of my life and I learned so much and met so many great people (Scott Street was awesome too). I'm back home...
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CynthiaKenya (2015)"Hello Karin, Today is the first day of my senior year classes! very excited. I want to thank you for organizing such a wonderful program. Through it, I have learned a lot and I have met many good...
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BramThe Netherlands (2016)"Karin provided me with the a great internship and a nice apartment in Cape Town. She was always there if we needed any help with anything. I can return one day to pay a visit."
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JanThe Netherlands (2015)"I would like to thank you for all your support and help during my time in Cape Town. You're always responding quick on emails and messages and you're always willing to help whether is a problem or...
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StephanieBenin (2015)"I had such an amazing time here and learned so much. However, I will be so excited to get back to my doggie and cat."
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Brenda (Parent)France (2016)"I wanted to thank you for all of your help with our trip. We are home now. We had an amazing time in Cape Town. South Africa is such a beautiful country!"
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ChrisGermany (2014 & 2016)"Today, the 7th of Jan 2014 is nothing short of monumental in my life as it marks my 10 years of living in Cape Town. A decade ago I arrived with 2 suitcases and a surfboard at Cape Town Int Airport...
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SheilaGermany (2016)"I had just turned 19 and finished high school in Germany when I came to Cape Town with the organization to volunteer for an NGO and its German partner organisation IIZ-DVV from August 2004 until...
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ADThe Netherlands (2010)"I do think it is important that students have the opportunity to go abroad, but I don’t think they should use another company then yours!"
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AnneGermany (2010)"I arrived safely back home via a long trip, I miss the people in Cape Town now already! I want to thank you for the great time in Cape Town, it was one of the best times in my life, I really enjoyed...
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Finn-OleGermany (2010)"I'm leaving scott street in 1 hour... time to say goodbye to cape town and time to say: THANK YOU!!!!! Thanks for all your work, the possibility to stay here in ct in such a nice house with all...
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T’JayAruba (2016)"Hi Karin, Please find below a small summary of my internship. Kind of wrote it directing it to students that get a chance to go to JnJ. My internship at JJn was a really fruitful experience, not...
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BastianGermany (2006 & 2007 & 2008)"After a great time in South Africa I am back in Germany! I am still missing Cape Town and hope to come back soon as possible."
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LauraGermany (2007)"I want to thank you for everything, for giving me the opportunity to discover a new great city and its people. I can say that I had the best time of my life in Cape Town."
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BeatriceGermany (2008 & 2009)"I just want to say thank you for the great time and all the possibilities that offered us. For the great support during the stay, what I really appreciate."
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Madelon & LexThe Netherlands (2008 & 2009)"I am back home for almost two weeks and still miss your beautiful country! Furthermore, I would like to thank you for everything you both do and did for Lex. Lex is talking a lot about all the...
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BabarPakistan (2008 & 2009)"I am in Cape Town right now. Really I am so excited to be here. Miss Karin is a helpful and co-operative lady. She helped me a lot. She arranged a very good company for my internship, medical...
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BerndGermany (2005 & 2006 & 2008)"I want to send you greetings from Germany and say thanks for all you did for me. I know I wasn't too often on the trips you offered, but you made my stay in South Africa possible and it was a very...
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TimGermany (2005)"My 5 months stay in South Africa was one of my most exciting experiences I've ever had... ."
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BenGermany (2004)'No Regrets' "End of June, 2004. I pass the exit gates of Cape Town International Airport. A long flight lies behind me and I am so excited what lies in front of me – 6 months in South Africa. I have...
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AliceFrance (2009)"I have a lot to thank you for. My experience in Cape Town was fulfilling on all levels. I met some truly wonderful people, and forged some friendships which are sure to last. Everyone I met was fun...
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ArnaudFrance (2009 & 2010)"Thank you for your assistance and your kindness during my stay in Cape Town. It was a really nice experience, an amazing year and a fabulous country. I've appreciated XChange South Africa very much!"
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GuanyuanUnited States of America (2010)"Dear Karin, as my time in South Africa comes to an end, I would like to thank you for your generous help and support throughout my stay here. I definitely had the most amazing time here in Cape Town...
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JanetThe Netherlands (2010)"Thank you for everything you did for me (us). Finding a place for our internship and a beautiful house at Scott Street. I had a great time in South- Africa and really feeling that I want to go back...
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SuzanneNetherlands (2002)"If there was an award for "the best support abroad" I'd give it to you. It is very special to feel so welcome and at home when you put your feet on South African ground for the first time in your...
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AristideGhana / Swaziland (2016)During my stay in Cape Town, I was an intern at an international engineering firm in Cape Town, a company which designs and manufactures industrial fans and related products, and is also involved in...
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