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What’s the Deal with Klapperkoek (lamington cake)?
Klapperkoek, as you might know it, is actually not a South African treat at all. If you’re wondering how that ...
Did you know 2020 is a leap year?
If you have been scrolling through your diary and noticed that in February, 29 days await you instead of the ...
Public Holidays in Australia for South African Expats to Enjoy
What have AUS public holidays got in store for you? 2020 has got off to a good start and like ...
4 Things You Could Do If You Cashed In Your South African Retirement Annuity Early
Retirement annuities (RAs) are designed with long-term saving in mind. Legislation surrounding the governance of RAs is extremely strict, and ...
Moving to Canada with pets: Here’s what to know
Thinking about moving to Canada? If you’re a pet parent, this is going to be an important consideration for you: ...
Who Is That Guy, Jan Braai?
He doesn’t believe gas is for braaiing. In his mind, chicken is a vegetable and steak is a food group ...
World Migration Statistics. How It Evolved Over The Years
Migrating is an integral part of world history as we know it. World immigration statistics show that people began migrating ...
Can I Transfer My South African Pension to the UK? Let’s find out
If you’ve moved to the UK or a move is in the cards for you, one of the things you’re ...
Can I Withdraw My Old Mutual Retirement Annuity? What Are The Rules?
Chances are that you’ve just been plugging away at your retirement annuity savings without much thought since you signed up ...
Easiest Countries to Immigrate to from South Africa
Life is complicated enough without trying to get into countries that aren’t all about those easy immigration requirements. Making the ...
Famous People From South Africa: Kimbal Musk
If his last name sounds familiar, it’s because, yes, he is related to Elon Musk. Although he’s the youngest brother, ...
Famous People from South Africa with Sporting Talents
One thing we’re certainly not short on in South Africa is sporting talent. We’ve got famous South African sportspeople by ...
What to Do About Your South African Inheritances When You’re Living Overseas
Ever daydreamed about getting an unexpected cash windfall after the death of a distant relative? If you haven’t, now is ...
South African desserts for the sweet tooth
When you look at the wide range of South African desserts, it’s easy to see that South Africans have a ...
Terrific Tipsy Tart: A Recipe You Can Count On
South Africans love their brandy. South Africans also love their tarts. It only makes sense that our ancestors decided to ...
What Do South Africans Living Abroad Miss Most About Home?
No matter where South Africans end up living abroad, there’s no place like the one they left behind. The clichés ...
Do I have to pay Capital Gains Tax on my financial emigration?
With impending changes to the Income Tax Act for South Africans living and working abroad (#ExpatTax2020), many are considering their ...
Can Pensioners Emigrate to Australia?
Australia might seem like an attractive retirement destination for would-be South African pensioners, but there’s a lot to think about ...
Immigrating to Canada from South Africa: A Guide for South Africans
It is estimated that there are around 50 000 South Africans living in Canada, with more than 5,765 people immigrating ...
Best Potato Salad Recipes: The Side Dish Star of South African Braai
If you're a South African, it’s not a braai without potato salad, no matter what Tim Noakes has to say ...
Have You Seen These Famous South African Movies?
High quality, critically acclaimed movies. The South African film industry might not be as flashy or glamorous as Hollywood, but ...
