Adapting to a new country is a challenge. Worldwide is here to help you. The best way to ensure that you are the best you that you can be in a new environment is by building a network. Networks are not just for businesspeople; it is also a valuable way to build a support base for those days when the longing becomes too much and everyone is just too far away.

Worldwide’s World Guide is where South African businesses from around the world get together to create a community. Owners of small businesses can enjoy Worldwide’s free service abroad and list their businesses on the interactive guide themselves. In this way, they become part of the wonderful networking opportunity!

This month we focus on businesses in Dubai that you can support.

1. South African embassy United Arab Emirates
   What: Embassy
   Embassy of South Africa in the United Arab Emirates. Read more. 

2. Dubai Afrikaanse Kerk
   What: Church
   We believe in a Christian life that makes sense and matters. To have a heart for unbelievers, here in Dubai to the ends of the earth. Read more. 

3. Jannah Photography
   What: Professional wedding, engagement, family and lifestyle photographer in Dubai. Read more. 

4. Just Be
   What: Handmade jewellery
   Dubai-based unique handmade jewellery. Read more. 

5. The Chop Shop
   What: Butchery
   A proudly South African butchery in Dubai. For your premium cuts and best quality of Australian lamb, South African beef and local chicken. We have a range of products from spicy/mild/cheese sausages and burgers to boerewors, biltong and droëwors. Read more. 

6. Openminds Center
   What: Medical centre
   Dr Malan is a South African-trained psychiatrist. She’s comfortable managing many different adult mental health conditions in a biopsychosocial manner by thorough assessment and personalising management for each patient. Read more. 

7. The Grand Grill Steakhouse
   What: South African restaurant
   A uniquely styled and award-winning South African steakhouse which has been an integral part of the Dubai Marina social scene since 2006. Proud to offer you a true South African steakhouse experience. Read more.