What began as one South African expat’s idea to recognise the achievements and challenges of South Africans living abroad has grown into an international celebration supported by expat communities and business networks.
When a cup of rooibos becomes more than just tea. Meet Kobie Pretorius, the woman behind Nashville’s beloved “Tannies Tee” — a monthly gathering turning strangers into family and homesickness into hope. From tennis courts to teapots, she’s building community one warm sip at a time.
When South African-born psychotherapist turned entrepreneur Wanda Voight followed her heart to America, she thought her greatest challenges would be starting over and building a business in a new country. Instead, her path unfolded into something far greater.
Immigration is rarely just about visas, jobs or new houses; it’s also about identity, belonging and resilience.
There’s something unmistakably comforting about the smell of a braai, the laughter of familiar accents, and the rhythm of a community gathering under open skies.
While Brandon Hiemstra turned to America to find new markets for SA-grown macadamias, a woman who grew up in rural South Africa is establishing herself in the business world, thanks in part to a USA programme that empowers female entrepreneurs.
Brandon Hiemstra grew up in Mbombela, Mpumalanga, an area abundant with fruits, nuts and vegetables. The city is surrounded with rich agricultural activities and in the past ten years the Lowveld has become one of South Africa’s major hubs for macadamia farming.
When an internationally recognised television personality, emcee, speaker, entrepreneur and philanthropist, and a former Manchester United legend and England goalkeeper, soccer commentator, presenter and global circuit speaker team up, one can only expect fireworks!
It has become a tradition for Friends of South Africa (FoSA) Nashville to compete in the city’s annual Cumberland River Dragon boat races. This year FoSA entered two boats, The Vuvuzela Sharks and the Vuvuzela Sparks, with a total of 40 paddlers and two drummers dressed in our best zebra attire.
The recent USA4RSA gala event had all the ingredients of an unforgettable evening with stunningly dressed esteemed guests, the sounds of a top-notch Jazz band, rhythmic swing dancers on the dance floor and open hearts to contribute to a worthy cause.
What began as one South African expat’s idea to recognise the achievements and challenges of South Africans living abroad has grown into an international celebration supported by expat communities and business networks.
When a cup of rooibos becomes more than just tea. Meet Kobie Pretorius, the woman behind Nashville’s beloved “Tannies Tee” — a monthly gathering turning strangers into family and homesickness into hope. From tennis courts to teapots, she’s building community one warm sip at a time.
When South African-born psychotherapist turned entrepreneur Wanda Voight followed her heart to America, she thought her greatest challenges would be starting over and building a business in a new country. Instead, her path unfolded into something far greater.