Resources for SA Expats

Here is a list of links to the web sites that could provide helpful information to South Africans, i.e. help them to connect with other South Africans in the U.S. or world-wide, or help them find answers to questions about life as immigrants. to get your site listed. If you would like to advertise on this site, please see our Advertising page.

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South African Clubs in the US

AmaBoston - South Africans in Boston, MA
NY/NJ Springbok Club (New York/New Jersey)
South Africans in North West USA
Out of Africa Club (Pacific North-West)
Springbok Club of Phoenix
South Africans in Colorado
South African Association of Indiana
South African Expat Club San Diego
SA Tarheels (based in Raleigh, N. Carolina)
SpringDucks - Social Club for South Africans in Portland, Oregon
South African Club, Jacksonville, FL - South Africans living in North East Florida and the greater Jacksonville area.

South African Clubs in Other Countries

Other Southern African Networks

SAAustralia Forums - Networking and discussions for prospective and existing immigrants to Australia.
SACanada Forums - Networking and discussions for prospective and existing immigrants to Canada.
SAUSA Forums - Networking and discussions for prospective and existing immigrants to the USA.
Braai Club - A social portal for South Africans everywhere. Membership is free.
RSA Overseas - All kinds of South African goodies for sale, as well as a whole bunch of other good information.
Homesick SA - Innovative online trading post and meeting place celebrating the magnificent creativity and ingenuity of South Africans across the globe. HOMESICK SA develops, sources and sells original and proudly South African art, high-quality crafts, clothing and homeware — all hand-crafted in South Africa with love.
Rainbow Nation - Lots of information South Africans might find handy, and links to other web sites that sell South African goodies.
Eg Afrikaans - Afrikaans site with many resources, including a chat room.
South Africans Worldwide - A members-only site with resources for South Africans.
TheBottomHalf.com - A site dedicated to Zimbabweans, South Africans, Australians, Kiwis and any other people originating from the southern hemisphere.
The Chief Baboon - A site dedicated to online Zimbabweans from around the globe, but also visited by many SA expats.

South African Bars in the US

Kalahari Bar - The first authentic Southern African bar in the USA. Located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Springbok Bar and Grill in Los Angeles - They will be showing as much rugby and cricket as they can get their hands on.

South African Government

South African Embassy - Washington DC - Living in Texas? This is the office you have to work through.
South African Consulate - New York - This site gives the best info and you can download all forms for passport renewals etc. from here.
South African Consulate - Los Angeles

SA-USA Immigration Attorneys

Versfeld & Hugo, LLC - Versfeld & Hugo, LLC specializes in immigration and naturalization to the United States and Australia. Leon Versfeld is based in the US and Etienne Hugo is based in Australia.
Muston & Jack, P.C. - Hendrik Pretorius - Immigration to the United States.

South African Businesses (U.S. & S.A.)

Nando's USA - Nando's Peri-Peri Pepper Sauces, Marinades, Grilling, Cooking Sauces and Peri-Peri Grinders.
Cape Food & Beverage - South African foods for sale online.
Eat-Sum-More - South African store located in Toronto & specializing in South African groceries as well as a range of Biltong, Chili Bites, Dry Wors and various styles of Boerewors.
Biltong.net - For biltong, droëwors, boerewors, and spices.
800biltong.com (1-800-BILTONG) - For biltong, and other South African products.
EZ-Gas - The EZ-Gas bracket makes it possible to connect ALVA Quick-E Portable Gas Grills to standard propane tanks sold in the USA.
African Tradition - SA Wines & Amarula
Molo Africa Imports - Importers of African products.
Classic Accessories Handmade South African Jewellery - Handmade South African jewellery and handbags.
Big 6 Souvenirs - Handmade Souvenirs from South Africa.
Companion Trailers - Small trailers similar to those we knew and loved in South Africa - right here in the US.
Celestial Gift Experiences - Conventional and unconventional gifts for your family and friends in South Africa
Southern African Beverage - Importers and distributors of Windhoek Lager, Castle Lager, Savanna Cider and a range of great South African wines.
African Darlings Clothing - Children's clothing which has been designed and manufactured in South Africa. Only $5 per item!
Eko Tracks - A tour company offering guided eco and adventure tours to Africa.
Rooted in Africa - African natural and organic cosmetic products from South Africa.
Mammafrica - South African Products & SA Expat Community - South African Expats Shop.
ExpatShop - South African products for the expat community.

Other Cool South African Sites

In The Shadow Of The Baobab - The ruminations of a self-proclaimed world citizen with links to South Africa and America (so call me white African American), tales of my meandering walkabouts, and thoughts on life.
Kiwiboer - A very nice Afrikaans site by a South African living in New Zealand. If you can read Afrikaans, it's well worth a visit!

South African News & Sports Resources

Out Of Africa International
News 24
Business Day
Mail & Guardian News
Cricket Info
Total Cricket - often has live video feeds of cricket matches.
Rugby365
Roekeloos: Interaktiewe tydskrif in Afrikaans
Soccer Through The Years - A book discussing the history of soccer in SA from 1862 to 2002.

Finding Housing in Austin

Lago Vista Homes for Sale and Real Estate Info - A one-stop source for real estate services covering the Lago Vista, Jonestown, and Lakeway areas.
Austin Apartments Find - A free apartment locator service serving Austin, Round Rock, San Marcos and surrounding areas.
Austin Apartments Specialists - Search for Austin apartments to rent in and around the Austin, Texas area.

Other Resources

Homefair - helpful for planning relocations.
Shared Interest - An organization that helps to build economically self-sufficient and healthy communities in South Africa.

Disclaimer: All links on this page are here because somebody suggested them. The listing of a link does not imply that South Africans in Austin endorses the organization. Your use of this information is at your own risk.