The sheep’s head recipe, affectionately known as “smiley” in South Africa, is a dish that carries deep cultural significance and rich culinary tradition. The name “smiley” originates from the sheep’s…
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Living abroad as a South African expat comes with a lot of perks – new experiences, exciting career opportunities, and a change of scenery. But there’s one thing you can’t…
When it comes to money matters, SARS is never far behind. Whether you’re earning a salary, receiving a retirement lump sum, or cashing in on the sale of an asset,…
For many South Africans living abroad, the sweet, sticky, and comforting embrace of a classic malva pudding is a taste of pure nostalgia. It’s the dessert that graced countless Sunday…
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has historically been reluctant to approve the release of funds when resident trusts distribute to non-resident trusts. However, following numerous enquiries on this matter,…
If you’re a South African expat, you’ve probably got more than one loose end left back home – especially when it comes to your retirement savings. Whether we’re talking retirement…
There are few dishes that capture the heart of South African comfort food quite like a classic malva pudding. This beloved dessert, with its rich history and decadent flavour, is…
For South Africans living overseas, accessing funds from a trust in South Africa has always been complicated. Strict exchange control rules and approvals made moving money offshore a challenge, leaving…
South African expats often assume that simply living abroad automatically changes their tax status. Unfortunately, this isn’t the case. Even if you’ve been living overseas for years, you might still…
Imagine this: you’re gathered around a crackling campfire with friends, the stars twinkling brightly overhead, a warm drink in hand. You casually mention that you’ll be serving freshly baked blueberry…