The rules are changing. In 2021 the formal process of financial emigration through the South African Reserve Bank will be phased out. What does this mean? It means that South…
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South Africa’s history has been alive with challenges that have seemed somewhat insurmountable over the years. Our political past is not only unique, but one of the scariest. And yet,…
Let’s take a moment to think of two much-loved South African treats, that when combined create a delectable dessert that’s great whether it’s served hot or cold. All South Africans…
What do you do as an expat if you decide to sell the property you own back home because you no longer have any intention of returning to South Africa?…
When you think of some of your favourite movies and series, you probably never even stop to think that some of them might have been filmed and produced in the…
When you think of a truly traditional South African Christmas feast, what comes to mind? Roast leg of lamb, roast potatoes, cinnamon and sugar butternut chunks, caramelized onion gravy, and…
When it comes to money there’s nothing that escapes the taxman’s attention, so you’ll want to get the nod from the South African Revenue Service before you make any cross-border…
From average South African homes, complete with Sunday lunches and afternoon braais, great South African chefs have been born. These chefs have tantalized our taste buds, got us trying our…
Today’s focus is Ostrich meat… In the18th Century Ostriches were hunted for their feathers, which just happened to be highly fashionable in woman’s clothing ranges. Nothing spelled ooh-la-la fashion more…
The 13th of October 2020 was a big day for recent and soon-to-be South African expats. It’s the day the National Treasury laid down the law and confirmed changes to…