Hmmm, which labels to put first? Liberal arts student, computer science major, South African, brother, son, Westerner, African, white, curly-haired, reader, tech enthusiast, explorer. Perhaps I am a blend of all those different identities, but I think rather that a person cannot be fully understood through categories and labels. A better way to describe myself would be through some of my values: relationships, honesty, curiosity/learning, hard work, and respect.

Interests

Photography - I was given a camera as a birthday present last year, and I have
become great friends with it. I don't claim to have any special insight into taking photos, but I enjoy light, reflections and colours.

Reading - anything and everything. Good books are a bonus, but I would read instruction manuals if there was nothing else.

Running - particularly the kind where I can get lost and then try to figure out my way back again. I most enjoy trailrunning, and I am terrible at sticking to a fixed route/schedule.

• arts
• books
• photography
• running
• technology
• reading
• computer science
• science

Music, Movies, and Books

Music - Beethoven and Mozart for studying/relaxing, Arctic Monkeys and Muse for defeating procrastination, Vampire Weekend for singing in the shower.

Movies - Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, Les Intouchables, most things by Wes Anderson.

Books - Philip Pullman has a special place in my heart, but I'm currently reading a lot of Murakami and Ian McEwan. I'm always on the lookout for new things to read though, and would appreciate recommendations.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Stories and sketches. I have been privileged to have travelled and seen a lot in my short life, but that only makes me realize how much more is out there.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, China, France, Germany, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Mozambique, Netherlands, Scotland, Slovenia, Swaziland, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Italy, Singapore, South Africa