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Louis Oosthuizen
All South African’s eyes were glued to their screens watching Louis Oosthuizen in action in May 2021. After Louis Oosthuizen’s success on the golf course, he needs no real introduction to the average South African – or golfing enthusiasts across the globe, for that...
When will international travel start in SA again?
When the 501Y.V2 variant of COVID hit the scene, it seemed as if all countries turned their backs and closed their doors on South Africa. Travel to and from South Africa became almost taboo. Now that the restrictions are easing within the country, all eyes are on the...
Tiramisu cheesecake – South African style
Calling all South Africans who happen to be cheesecake lovers too - this one is for you! If you love to spoil yourself with creamy treats, Tiramisu cheesecake is a perfect choice. Before we present you with our mouthwatering recipe, let’s briefly look at the origins...
The Expat’s guide: How to open a bank account in South Africa
If you’ve emigrated from South Africa, chances are you’ll still need a bank account back home to manage your finances for property and investments you’ve left behind. With recent updates to the South African exchange control system, residents and non-residents are to...
FYI: Tax refunds for South African expats
As a South African living and working overseas, you may not be aware of the fact that you could qualify for a tax refund from the South African Revenue Service (SARS) which will allow you to claim back on tax you paid in South Africa. That’s right. You can get back...
Awesome animals: The great white shark
South Africa is home to many weird and wonderful creatures and the great white shark is one of our finest. Carcharodon carcharias is also known as the "white pointer" and it’s a type of large mackerel shark found in all major oceans, most notably in the waters off the...
Braaibroodjie with a twist: The braaiboat
Sitting around the braai, everyone assumes that the meat is the main event when in reality, it's the braaibroodjies. Not many people will admit it, but the braaibroodjies are secretly what they're there for at some braais. You know it's true! We've all hankered after...
Top undeniable benefits of living and working overseas
Have you ever found yourself daydreaming about packing up and getting out of SA? Do you often sigh dreamily when thinking about a different life with a world of opportunity at your feet? “Getting out” is a term that many South Africans use in reference to leaving the...
Formal Emigration in 2021: What’s the deal now that everything has changed?
In its 2021 national budget Treasury announced rule changes that would impact the process of formal emigration, and these rules are now in effect as of 01 March 2021. With these tax law amendments, South African exchange control residents will no longer need to...
Lorraine Loots
How many South African artists can you name without having to use Google for assistance? It’s an unfortunate fact that not many South Africans get to know who the country’s local shining creative stars are. It’s safe to say that South African artists don’t get enough...
How to make good old fashioned South African asynpoeding
Dying for a taste of home? If you teach your new friends and colleagues anything about your previous home country when you arrive on foreign shores, let it be a tasty South African dessert recipe. Let it be a good old fashioned South African Asynpoeding resep!...
Things every soon-to-be expat needs to know about relocating
Moving to another county is undoubtedly one of life’s biggest adventures, but it can also be a terrifying one if you are heading to a place where you don’t know anyone. Emigrating from South Africa is a huge chore. There’s nothing walk-in-the-park about it, so it’s...
Relocating to a new country post lockdowns
Emigrating after lockdown Every year there’s a “global shift”. Millions of people move from one country to another, in search of greener pastures, to reunite with family, or to expose themselves to new things. The immigration landscape looks quite different this year,...
Peppermint crisp doughnuts
If you’re looking for a sweet treat that’s bursting with South African style and flavour, the peppermint crisp doughnut is your “guy”. Okay, it’s not a guy; it’s just a doughnut, but it’s a peppermint crisp doughnut! Do you get any more South African than that? South...
Expat Tax Matters: The South African Foreign Income Exemption
In 2019 it was reported that an estimated 25,000 South Africans were emigrating from the country annually, using their job skills to fund their new expat lives abroad. After the year that was 2020 (global pandemic with a side order of local legislative amendments),...
What Documents Do I Need to Apply for A Foreign Investment Tax Clearance Certificate From SARS?
If you’re a South African resident or you’re living temporarily abroad, there’s an offshore allowance limit as to how much money you can move out of the country every year and there are two ways of doing it. First, is the Single Discretionary Allowance which allows...
Tax Law Changes 2021: What Happens To My Pension Or Retirement Annuity If I Emigrate?
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 Africans who move abroad will no longer be able to use financial emigration as a way to...
What Does it Mean to Be Proudly South African?
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, South Africans still seem to come out on top, shining…smiling. With such a...
Rooibos Stewed Apple Crumble
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 know all about apple crumble and Ouma rusks…now let’s put them together with another...
Four Things You Need to Know About Selling Your South African Property As An Expat
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? If you’re a non-resident, you’ll need to be prepared for the tax implications of this cross-border transaction. Here...
Recognising 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 South Africa, do you? Well, the reality is that several international films have been created on our very own...
South African Christmas Lamb Roast
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 the obligatory (yet still very tasty) mound of peas, right? Yep, Christmas...
Expat Tax Matters: What You Need to Get Tax Clearance from SARS in South Africa
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 financial moves. To help you stay on the right side of the law and minimise the...
Famous South African Chefs
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 own hand at some great dishes, and had us glued to our seats as we watched...
Ostrich Burger Recipes
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 than a perfectly placed and proudly worn Ostrich feather. The...
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