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malva-pudding

Make the most of Malva Pudding

Wherever you are living in the world, there is nothing more delicious on a cold winter’s night than tucking into ...
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The Ultimate Guide To Ginger Beer, South Africa’s Thirst Quencher

Ginger beer , you either love it or hate it. It’s impossible to be indifferent about this feisty, fiery beverage, ...
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Movies in the making: South African boxer Gerrie Coetzee

The film dedicated to the monumental achievements of Africa’s first world heavyweight champion, Gerrie Coetzee, first got the Hollywood green ...
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Now You Know: There’s a South African Shop Down Under!

Ask any South African living abroad what they miss most about home, and their answer usually involves food. Eating is ...
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Living Annuity vs Retirement Annuity: What’s the Difference?

One of the smartest, most tax efficient ways to save for your golden years is by means of retirement annuities ...
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Where Are South Africans Immigrating To and Why?

Emigration from South Africa is now part of our daily reality. If it feels to you like we’ve entered an era ...
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South African Bobotie is King!

For 65 years the South African Bobotie recipe has reigned supreme in many homes. It was in 1954 when Bobotie ...
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Global Climate Award Goes To South African Ocean Conservation Organisation, I AM WATER

Did you know that more than a third of South Africans live within walking distance of the ocean, but less ...
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The South African’s Guide To: Relocating to the UK

The UK has increasingly strict guidelines around granting citizenship to non-EU residents but as long as you’ve done your homework, ...
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You asked about Expat Tax, SARS answered.

SARS tax for expats has been a hot subject over the last year. There has been an ongoing debate on ...
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Financial emigration for South African Entrepreneurs

South Africans are a special breed of humans. With our tough, resilient spirit, we are uniquely equipped for entrepreneurship. It ...
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Cash in and earn some extra Randelas with the FinGlobal Refer & Earn Programme

Times are tough, and in today’s economic climate everyone could use a little income booster, right? Of course. Signing up ...
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How much does it cost to financially emigrate from South Africa?

For South Africans living abroad or contemplating an international move, financial emigration is something you’re likely to consider at some ...
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Crazy for Koeksisters

Can there be a more traditional South African treat than a Koeksister? These delicious twisted pieces of pastry soaked in ...
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3 Important Things You Need To Know About Your South African Citizenship

No matter where you go, and what you do; once a South African citizen always a South African citizen, right? ...
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2019 Rugby World Cup: Canada vs South Africa – It’s ON!

The 2019 World Cup Rugby fever is in full swing, and nothing brings South Africans across the globe closer together ...
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The cost of living in the USA

If you are planning to move to the USA – it’s important you know how much a Big Mac and ...
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Tax Emigration versus Financial Emigration: What’s the Difference?

There’s been a huge buzz about financial emigration for South Africans, ahead of tax legislation amendments that come into play ...
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Buttermilk rusks – perfect for dunking!

Buttermilk rusks are a traditional South African treat and they can be enjoyed at any time of the day, whether ...
South African products in new zealand

Find your biltong, braai meat PLUS more in New Zealand

Are you living in New Zealand and craving the flavours of South Africa? Are you wondering, “Where can I buy ...
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The cost of living in Canada

If you are planning to move to Canada, you are no doubt wondering about its cost of living and how ...