The city of Ariel took part of the Aliyah fair in South Africa during the month of October. This was the second Aliayh fair this year and you could defiantly see the change and the growing interest of the South African community in the absorption options in Ariel. With a good location, reasonable housing prices and a great community the city booth attracted many people.  Some already garneted there arrivals during the month of December to Ariel. The short video recorded during the New Year BBQ gave the visitors at the Aliyah fair a chance to see really what is going on in the English speaking community of Ariel.

Followed by the growing interest in Ariel the new Shaliach to Johannesburg Mr. Shimon Shamila visited Ariel on Thursday the 29th of October. After a meeting with Mayor Ron Nachman, Mr. Shamila was taken around the city by aliyah coordinator Reuven Franks.  Shimon got a chance to see the new sport center, visit the university center meet with Dr Niza Davidovich and learn about the programs offered for over seas students and new olim.

After touring the city, the new Shalaich met with the Talmud Family and heard of there experience of aliyah form south Africa.
The Shaliach was very impressed by the city and both parties look forward to working together.