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Make sure to declare these items at South African airports
By Alize Scholtz Just imagine: You are on your way to South Africa after a pleasant holiday abroad. You are tired after the long flight and pine for your own bed. The last thing you want to face now is a confrontation with customs officers. You do not want to…
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Grandparents across borders: When love is greater than distance
By Sue-Ann de Wet Emigration is often discussed in terms of jobs, schools, safety and opportunities. Less is said about the people left behind – and specifically about the role of grandparents. Yet it is precisely here that one of the deepest cuts of emigration lies. For many South African…
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Emigration changes your marriage – whether you anticipate it or not
Role changes in the house and when children feel more at home than their parents By Sue-Ann de Wet Emigration changes more than just your address. It changes your rhythm, your expectations, your role in the house – and often also your marriage. Even couples who prepare well, plan financially…
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Return or stay?
By Sue-Ann de Wet When do you begin to ask: “Should we return?” For many who live abroad, there comes a point where the question quietly begins to take shape: Should we go back? It does not always come after a crisis. Not necessarily after failure. Sometimes it starts in…
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A world of opportunities, all in one place
The AfriForum Worldwide World Guide is more than just a list of businesses – it is a practical network for people who live, work and do business across borders. Whether you are new to a country, already established, or just looking for reliable services and contacts, the World Guide helps…
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