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Sporting calendar: November – December 2016
We are now heading into the last leg of the 2016 race, but although the year has turned on its ...
South African food in New Zealand: #RainbowFriday no.32
Welcome to your 32nd edition of #RainbowFriday! After numerous quakes in kiwi country, we thought we’d warm up your hearts ...
“Far-flung” places to immigrate to: The sunny shores of Cyprus
The republic of Cyprus is next up on our “far-flung” places to immigrate to. Known as the jewel of the ...
Are you ready for emigration? Questions you should ask yourself…
Whether you’re an adult or a child, chances are you’ve imagined yourself on foreign shores - starting a new life, ...
Why Taiwan is the no. 1 destination for expats in 2016!
This year’s InterNations Expat Insider Survey has named Taiwan as the best expat destination of the year and knocked the ...
South African #pitstops: the mesmerising Kruger National Park
It’s one of our claims to fame in South Africa - the majestic Kruger National Park and all the natural ...
South African food in Greece: #RainbowFriday no.31
Welcome to your 31st edition of #RainbowFriday! This week we’re heading south from France towards Greece to sample some delectable ...
Money-saving tips for South Africans living abroad
Finances are always top of mind when you’re immigrating, unless you’re in the lucky position of moving to a country ...
Forex alert! Trump wins… where to from here?
The results of the US presidential election may have come as a big surprise, or perhaps it’s what you expected ...
“Far-flung” places to immigrate to: The icy shores of Iceland
Are the Northern Lights on your bucket list? If so, you might be the type of person who is drawn ...
A few ways to spot other South African expats
For new immigrants, the yearning for home can sometimes be overwhelming. And with so many South Africans back home judging ...
South African food in France: #RainbowFriday no.30
We’ve reached the 30th edition of our #RainbowFriday blog and this week we’re looking forward to wooing our taste buds ...
5 countries that will really look after your health
Good healthcare is essential and should be at the top of any expat’s list in terms of necessities rather than ...
Rand strengthens after Gordhan cleared
After a year of dubious teeter-tottering, the Rand managed to gain back some of its former clout following the announcement ...
How to satisfy your cravings for South African food in Australia
The land down under (yes, Australia) is a popular South African expat destination. No matter the reasons you had to ...
Your sporting calendar: October – November 2016
With only a few days left before we start a new year, you may be wondering what sporting entertainment is ...
What you need to know about South Africa and Pravin Gordhan
That old saying, it never rains but it pours, certainly has overstayed its welcome in South Africa. Had it only ...
Annual transfer limits – move your money now!
What are the annual transfer limits? There are two principal allowances available and it’s worth noting that exchange control permits ...
Famous South African – Elon musk
Elon Musk has been named the new Steve Jobs – a visionary who will change the world and enhance our ...
Delicious recipe: lobster or “kreef”
Let’s cook lobster or “kreef” as we know it in this part of the world! The lobster (or kreef in Afrikaans) ...
The Zika virus and Europe: is it something to be worried about?
If you’re planning on immigrating or travelling abroad, you may have heard rumblings about the Zika virus and the likelihood ...
