Finance Assistant

Noks Tuswa

Finance has always been a big part of Nokulunga's life since her teenage years spent earning pocket money while working in her father's business. Nokulunga attributes her success in finance to her accounting teacher, who encouraged her to transform her love of numbers into a career. Nokulunga joined Mahlatini with 6 years of accounting experience. One thing Nokulunga loves about finance is that the rules always stay the same, however the travel industry keeps her on her toes as she works with a variety of currencies from around the globe.

African Destinations Visited

Cape Town
Cape Winelands
Hermanus Whale Route
Garden Route

MOST MEMORABLE TRIP

When my older sister moved to Plettenberg Bay along the Garden Route, I knew I had to plan a trip to visit her as soon as I got the chance. During my stay, I witnessed dolphins and whales doing their thing just a few metres from the shoreline. It’s crazy to see how massive the whales really are - I felt like an ant in comparison!

Top Of My Bucket-List

My wish-list destination is Botswana, the origin country of my ancestors. Every time someone travels to Botswana, they are lost for words when trying to recount their experience. The beauty and magic of the country leave even the most experienced explorer speechless.

Favourite Safari Animal

"My favourite safari animal is undoubtedly the African wild dog. Their pack mentality reminds me of family, and if you stick together then no threat is too big. My favourite saying is "umntu ngumntu ngabantu", meaning a person is a person through other people. Dogs need their pack, like people need other people."

Sundowner Of Choice

"I don't usually drink alcohol, but if I were to choose a favourite drink, it would have to be Monks Mary Jane Gin with tonic. When Escape + Explore came to visit our Cape Town office they brought a few samples along for us to try - and now I'm hooked."

Favourite Property

"My favourite lodge is &Beyond's Sandibe Okavango safari lodge in Botswana. I am a nature girl at heart, and there are two reasons why I would love to stay there; firstly to enjoy the exceptional game viewing, and secondly to indulge in the opulent culinary delights."

Top Travel Tip

Bring a book, there will be moments along the way when you will want to wind down and get lost in a great novel (for example: on the flight or in the middle of the bush). I always pack light with essentials only! This always helps me to feel relaxed about a trip. Lightweight, light mood. Bring extra cash, you never know when you might need it! And lastly, wear comfortable walking shoes such as trainers.

The Best Part Of My Job

I mean who does not want to be a part of the finance team at Mahlatini!? I love working alongside Gary, our Finance Manager, as we agree on so many things and understand each other. I love how he makes accounting fun and we always find ourselves in fits of laughter! I also love to see photos from our client's trips. Watching our Travel Experts put together an itinerary is fascinating. Their knowledge and experience are expansive, and if something does not feel right, they change it and start again. They know how to get inside the minds of future travellers to understand their needs and interests.