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.


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 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.

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 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.