Distance has a funny way of sharpening taste buds for memory. For SAFFAs, certain foods don’t just feed nostalgia; they unlock it. The koeksister is one of those rare creations…
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Some flavours travel with you, no matter how far from home you go. For South Africans living in London, Sydney, Auckland, or Toronto, few desserts spark homesickness quite like malva…
Once you’ve watched the short video below, you’ll see that physically leaving South Africa does not automatically end your tax obligations with the South African Revenue Service (SARS). This is…
For many South Africans living abroad, dealing with the South African Revenue Service can feel overwhelming, especially when unpaid taxes, penalties, or compliance disputes are involved. While SARS in South…
Living abroad is an adventure, but sometimes you want a taste of home. It’s completely normal to miss the familiar comforts of South Africa, especially a hearty potjie simmering over…
For South Africans moving from South Africa, popular emigration destinations remain the UK, Australia, and Canada. But some adventurous souls seek out the world’s most isolated places. Kiribati is one…
For many years, stories about South Africans leaving the country dominated headlines. Concerns around crime, economic pressure, and political uncertainty pushed many families to seek opportunities abroad, especially in the…
When you’re living thousands of kilometres from home, it’s often the small things that pull hardest at the heart. The smell of a braai. The sound of a familiar accent…
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has officially announced the filing deadlines for the 2026 South Africa tax season, giving South Africans abroad early notice to prepare their tax affairs…
If you’ve watched the discussion in the video below, you already know that inheriting money from South Africa while living overseas can quickly become more complicated than many expats expect….