South African Expats’ Tax Queries Answered by an Expert

By SAPeople 03-07-18 12:16

A couple of weeks ago the Treasury Department confirmed in Parliament that the law change forcing South African expatriates to start paying tax will go ahead, although some amendments were made including a R1 million tax exemption per year for expats. Many South Africans living abroad were confused and concerned about how the law would impact […]

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Treasury Announces Changes for South African Expats’ Tax Laws

By Tax Consulting SA 05-08-19 11:09

National Treasury confirmed in Parliament yesterday that the law change forcing South African expatriates to start paying tax will be proceeded with and take effect… writes Jerry Botha from Tax Consulting South Africa. However, the outcome is vastly more beneficial than what was originally proposed by National Treasury… and Barry Pretorius’ “Expatriate Petition Group” can […]

Calling All South African Expats Who Once Lived in Benoni

By SAPeople 04-07-18 12:30

Are you a Benonian living abroad? If so – the Benoni City Times would like to share your story. They say “once a Benonian, always a Benonian”. And that counts for stars like Charlize Theron who was born here, and Charlene Wittstock – now Princess Charlene of Monaco – who grew up here. The City Times will be […]

South African Expats in California to Protest in Solidarity on Friday

By SAPeople 03-07-18 12:21

An official “Solidarity Protest” has been organised for South African expats living in Los Angeles on Friday 7 April 2017. The organisers say it is a peaceful protest to rise up in solidarity with their fellow South Africans back home who will be marching at different venues around the country. The protest is legal and has […]

Nandos Brings Taste of Home to South African Expats in Saudi Arabia

By SAPeople Contributor 02-01-21 17:13

South Africans in Saudi Arabia are celebrating the long-awaited opening of Nando’s fast food restaurant in Riyadh. Yes, the “legend has landed in the Kingdom” (in the words of Nando’s). Sibongile Mdunge from Joburg, who has lived in Riyadh for a couple of years working for University Hospital, told SAPeople that the restaurant “Finally Opened” on […]

South African Expats Respond – “I Am Sorry” and “Why?”

By SAPeople 03-07-18 12:34

Every time I see yet another article from another South African moaning about the negativity of expats, and clearly writing with their rose-tinted glasses on, I get angry. Really angry. Hulk angry. The overwhelming theme of South African bloggers and writers lately seems to be the attack of the expat. How dare we leave South […]

BBC3 Doc on SA Saddens and Shocks some South African Expats

By SAPeople 03-07-18 12:37

South African expats in the UK reacted with sadness and shock (and even some anger) after watching a BBC 3 documentary last night about poor white people in Pretoria, South Africa. The 55-minute doc was the first in a three-part series – entitled “Reggie Yates’ Extreme South Africa” – in which presenter Reggie Yates gets […]

A South African Weekend in Europe for SA Expats

By SAPeople Contributor 04-07-18 09:07

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 […]

Watch An American’s Awesome South African Vacation (Thanks to SA Expats’ Recommendation!)

By SAPeople Contributor 03-07-18 12:39

Despite criticism that South African expats can be negative about their homeland, many abroad know that it’s often quite the opposite. Some of South Africa’s BEST ambassadors ARE its expats. And here’s a case in point. American traveller Rodney Mallari, and two of his mates, recently enjoyed a three-week holiday in South Africa… thanks to the recommendations of South […]

Heavenly Fudget for South Africans

South African Fudge for Expats

By SAPeople Contributor 07-09-15 18:22

submitted by The Fudge Lady EXCITING NEWS TO SHARE!!!! Heaveny Fudge by the Fudge Lady can now ship to other countries too! We can shrink wrap the fudge to hold in the freshness and highest standard of quality. Here are the steps that will need to be followed for all customers wishing to order that […]

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