African cuisine on your doorstep

African cuisine on your doorstep

Running through the streets of Gugulethu, Cape Town, Zinzi (Mhlawuli) Chamanifard never imagined a life where she would one day live in the United States, let alone own a restaurant. The Hidden Cuisine has become a hit in 
Moab, Utah and Zinzi proudly shared the journey with Saffa Mag.

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As lady luck would have it

As lady luck would have it

Every Saffa has their own story of how they ended up in the United States and why they ended up where they did. This is my story – one of luck and hyenas – Stanley Trollip.

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Investment influenced by bill change

Investment influenced by bill change

The EB5 Regional Center Program (EB5 RCP) has never really changed since its enactment in 1990 and was set at a minimum investment threshold of $500,000 for EB5 RCP and $1,000,000 for EB5 Direct Investments. Recent amendments will impact investments for existing and future investors. Leon Versfeld, Senior Immigration Attorney at Versfeld and Hugo Global Immigration Attorneys, explains:

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With love from the Zambezi

With love from the Zambezi

You can’t miss it. The bright, bold and beautiful patterns of chitenge fabric brings joy and cheer to any home. Tina Aponte, co-founder of the Zambezi Joy Society, shared the incredible #chitengecheer story with Saffa Mag from her current location in Bellville, Texas.

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The beauty of South Africa’s natural wonders

The beauty of South Africa’s natural wonders

South Africa has a rich history and cultural landscape and proudly boasts some of the world’s most magnificent natural wonders. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) has formally recognised 10 of the country’s gems as World Heritage Sites. Photo: Taryn Arnott van Jaarsveld

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Inside the notorious Alcatraz

Inside the notorious Alcatraz

As you step into the prison, the sound of keys rattling and a heavy gate opening, fills your ears. You can hear inmates shouting in the background. It is an ominous feeling when you enter the notorious Alcatraz Prison, visible from the beautiful San Francisco Bay. Irma Green shares her memories of a visit to Alcatraz.

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The earthquake changed everything, but brought people together.

The earthquake changed everything, but brought people together.

On the night of 29 September 1969 an earthquake, registering a magnitude of 6.3 on the Richter Scale, hit the small picturesque town of Tulbagh in the Western Cape, South Africa. In an area that is not prone to earthquakes, the ground shook, tore and left a prominent scar. A scar that was running unbroken through the town and leading right up to the church, where it stopped, leaving the worship building unharmed. A riveting introduction to Desmond and Vera Denton’s book, Torn Earth, left Saffa Mag eager to know more about the book and soon-to-be movie.

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