South African expats in the UK are in for a major treat as top South Africans artists Prime Circle, Just Jinjer and Tailor will be performing together on one stage in London in August! PLEASE NOTE: EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. After successful runs in Johannesburg and Cape Town, Real Concerts are bringing A Night To […]

South African expats in Europe recently enjoyed a lekker 2018 get-together in the Blackforest, Germany. Event organiser Samantha Gross said the drive was long, “a never ending road for all… until we met”. “The house was beautiful, and we started preparing as soon as we arrived… proudly decorating the house with our Flag, and wine […]

British singer, and song writer, Ed Sheeran will be touring South Africa for the first time in March 2019 and Mzansi people can’t keep calm. Sheeran – who has sold 40 million albums worldwide – will be performing at the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg on 23 March 2019, and Cape Town Stadium on 27 March […]

The truth is, this Los Angeles trip is make or break for Saving the Wild… writes Jamie Joseph, founder of Saving the Wild, who is currently in the US for a special launch on Saturday night of the Saving the Wild Collection by legendary photographer Thomas D. Mangelsen. If we don’t raise serious funding soon, we […]

British Airways is adding some extra sparkle to customers’ journeys ahead of Prince Harry’s marriage to American TV star Meghan Markle. To celebrate the Royal wedding this Saturday, 19 May 2018, the BA93 to Toronto – the city where their relationship took off – will be operated by an all-star crew of only Meghan and Harry’s. The […]

South African comedian Trevor Noah had his fans back home guessing on 1 April 2018 whether his announcement about a show back home is an April Fool’s joke or not. It didn’t help that Trevor started the message with  the words (in capitals): “THIS IS NOT AN APRIL FOOL’S JOKE!” Trevor said: “I am surprising […]

Western Cape ANC MP Cameron Dugmore posted the most incredibly moving account of his Two Oceans Marathon experience yesterday in Cape Town, South Africa. Writing on Facebook Dugmore captioned his story “My Two Oceans” and said: “I had a tough but eventually awesome Two Oceans. I clearly did not train enough and was battling from […]

Durban comedian Carvin H. Goldstone says when it comes to the festive season and South Africans going to the beach, you have to just know you must “choose your square metre and you stay in your square metre”! Watch below as he also tries to fathom why white people drive a short distance from their homes […]

South Africa is a culturally diverse country, one nation made up of many nations, a multiplicity of traditions and beliefs… and once a year in Germany, during the summer, South African expats living in Europe are invited to a South African Weekend Away to connect, network and celebrate that wonderful heritage. This year the event […]

South Africans in New Zealand have the opportunity this month to watch Northern Cape performer, Dantanio Goodman, star as Michael Jackson in Showtime Australia’s tribute concert – The Michael Jackson History Show – which has been blowing audiences away around the world. Dantanio (38) hails from Kimberley where he grew up in a musical family […]

The Trans Agulhas Challenge – nicknamed the “World’s Toughest Inflatable Boat Challenge” – is on again in South Africa… and Stan Sanetra was in Struisbaai to capture these awesome action-packed photos. The five-day water sports event is held annually between Natures Valley and Strand, where it finishes, and includes about 60 inflatable boats battling it […]

Fabulous new restaurant venue Fifty-One-Oh-One (5101) was launched last night at Johannesburg’s iconic Ponte City, with insane views and mopani worms – amongst other things – on offer. Ted Botha was there… “The only thing they lack at Ponte is a balcony to check this view! Not that I’d venture out onto it!” he admits. […]

Various civilian organisations and opposition parties will tomorrow during a joint media conference in Centurion take a stance against farm murders and make a plea to the South African government to incisively intervene to prioritise this crisis, according to civil rights organisation AfriForum. The organisations will also commit themselves to participate in the protest march against farm […]

Thanks to awesome talent, and the support of friends and strangers, South African fashion designer, stylist and photographer Lebogang Motsagi is living the dream in London at the moment… exhibiting at The Brick Lane Gallery (head down there if you’re in the UK – you won’t be disappointed). Before setting off on his exciting adventure, […]

Here’s a fantastic message from South African comedian Carvin H. Goldstone, who has just completed a headlining comedy tour of the Middle East… taking a taste of home to expats abroad. Carvin was so blown away by the good vibe that South Africans abroad have sent out to the world about being South African, that […]

The Springboks will kick off their 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan with a blockbuster opening encounter against the reigning champions, New Zealand, on Saturday 21 September 2019 in the International Stadium Yokohama. World Rugby announced the draw for RWC 2019 in Tokyo on Thursday morning (SA time) – the tournament will start on Friday, […]

A peaceful united protest – organised by South African expats in London – regarding the farm murders back home in SA, is to go ahead on Saturday 4 November 2017. The organisers say they are responding to numerous calls for the global South African community to help create international awareness on this issue. The peaceful […]

It’s that time of year when Joburg and Pretoria turn purple. There is a saying amongst students that if you haven’t started revising for your exams by the time the streets turn purple it’s too late. The Jacaranda’s don’t last all that long; the best time is usually the second or third weekend in October, […]

For the fourth consecutive year, South Africa is taking part in the (truly) Global March for Elephants, Rhinos and Lions… to raise awareness for our endangered iconic wildlife, writes Megan Carr, VP Social Media, GMFER. The Global March for Elephants and Rhinos (GMFER) is an entirely volunteer based, grassroots activist US-registered non-profit organisation. The theme […]

‎Johnny Clegg‎ will be playing some intimate unplugged shows in the Netherlands next weekend. In a messgage to SAPeople on Tuesday evening, he said the shows will take place on 6, 7 and 8 October 2017. “Tickets are limited and all shows will be hosted in the eclectic YADA YADA Market venue at the Hembrug […]

Nearly forty years after he began one of music’s most remarkable careers, Johnny Clegg is embarking on his Final World Tour, titled The Final Journey. See below for your chance to win free tickets to the show in London!!! Johnny Clegg was diagnosed with cancer in 2015 and underwent chemotherapy treatment. As he is in remission, Johnny […]

She may now be an expat… and live in a Palace in one of the wealthiest locations in the world, but Princess Charlene of Monaco has not forgotten her homeland. Lifesaving South Africa President Dylan Tommy yesterday confirmed the appointment of Her Serene Highness as Patron of Lifesaving South Africa, at an event held at […]

Here’s a list of things to take part in this year to honour Mandela Day, on what would have been former President Nelson Mandela’s 99th birthday! If you’d like to add your event, please inbox us on Facebook or email admin@sapeople.com Help Clean the Beach if you’re in Cape Town or KZN Sea Shepherd South […]

For all those who have been asking – the Johnny Clegg ‘Final Journey World Tour’ tickets go on sale in London today. As reported last week, Johnny Clegg is embarking on his final world tour – The Final Journey – which begins 1 July in South Africa. He will be performing in London at Eventim Apollo on 19 August. Tickets […]

On Wednesday 12 April 2017, while South Africans back home come together for a National Day of Action and march to the Union Buildings to call for President Jacob Zuma to step down… South Africans abroad will hold a silent vigil in solidarity at SA House in Trafalgar Square, London. The DA Abroad has announced that […]