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51ԹϺ– The Place for South Africans Living in Malaysia

Want to connect with the expat community of Southu0020Africans in Malaysia? Looking for Southu0020African compatriots to help you with your questions on expat life? Or are you looking for other Southu0020African expats to go on an excursion to theu0020topicalu0020rainforestsu0020u0028twou0020ofu0020whichu0020areu0020Worldu0020Heritageu0020Sitesu0029 with?

51ԹϺMalaysia offers everything you might need as an expat, no matter whether you already live in Malaysia or are still in Southu0020Africa planning your upcoming foreign assignment. 51ԹϺis the leading platform among expatriates and global minds in all countries around the world. Needless to say, our community of Southu0020African expats in Malaysia is going very strong, with members having roots all across Southu0020Africa - from Durban, over Johannesburg to Capeu0020Town.

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Adam Malewski

Adam Malewski

With all the great information on this site, getting settled in Kuala Lumpur was a piece of cake.

Yasmin Krüger-Darango

Yasmin Krüger-Darango

A former business partner recommended 51ԹϺto me when I moved abroad to Malaysia. We still use it to stay in touch.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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Meet other South Africans at our events in Malaysia

Attend our monthly events and activities for South Africans expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

Christmas Walk
Christmas Walk
Hey everyone, It’s that time of the year when everywhere you go, it’s jingles all the way!!! Join me for my yearly Mall Hopping - Christmas time ! Will update on the Itinerary soon. Keep the date free. Dress Code: Anything Christmassy. Merry Christmas Cheers,
Hey everyone, It’s that time of the year when everywhere you go, it’s jingles all the way!!! Join me for my yearly Mall Hopping - Christmas time ! Will update on the Itinerary soon. Keep the date free. Dress Code: Anything Christmassy. Merry Christmas Cheers,
Make a Child’s Christmas Magical! (Part 1 & Part 2)
Make a Child’s Christmas Magical! (Part 1 & Part 2)
Dear KL Changemakers, This Christmas, you can bring joy & smiles to the underprivileged children at Rumah Kanak-Kanak Triniti! 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩 1: 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙪𝙙𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙖𝙨 Volunteers are invited to sponsor a child’s wishlist - select a child and fulfill their wish 🎁🎅 (Update: All wishes
Dear KL Changemakers, This Christmas, you can bring joy & smiles to the underprivileged children at Rumah Kanak-Kanak Triniti! 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩 1: 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙪𝙙𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙖𝙨 Volunteers are invited to sponsor a child’s wishlist - select a child and fulfill their wish 🎁🎅 (Update: All wishes
51ԹϺKL Newcomers's Event @ Satellite Restaurant
51ԹϺKL Newcomers's Event @ Satellite Restaurant
Calling all 51ԹϺNewcomers in town !!!! We look forward to welcoming you to IN family, where we can connect Global minds. See you Saturday, 27th December at 19:00 / 7pm in Lexis Imperial hotel KL. This is a free entrance event but you must buy minimum a drink to allow access to the resta
Calling all 51ԹϺNewcomers in town !!!! We look forward to welcoming you to IN family, where we can connect Global minds. See you Saturday, 27th December at 19:00 / 7pm in Lexis Imperial hotel KL. This is a free entrance event but you must buy minimum a drink to allow access to the resta

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Why South African expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our South African members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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Our Global Partners

Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of 51ԹϺGroups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

Fun & Games Group
Fun & Games Group
Professional Networking Group
Professional Networking Group
City Explorers Group
City Explorers Group
Theater & Performing Arts Group
Theater & Performing Arts Group

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Tips and Advice on Malaysia from Your Fellow South African Expats

Obviously, expat life in Malaysia goes well beyond shipping your belongings and taking care of red tape. Socializing with fellow South Africans is an important facet of living abroad and can be a huge stepping stone in getting to know the Malaysian mentality and way of life. South Africans in Malaysia are a part of our community, calling cities such as Kuantan, George Town, Kuala Lumpur, and many others home. You can use 51ԹϺto look for fellow South Africans in Kuala Lumpur, for example.

Wondering where to shop for South African delicatessen, want to discuss your national team's latest match, or simply talk to someone in your native language? Become a member of the Malaysian 51ԹϺCommunity!

  • Our network is the best place to meet expats from South Africa.
  • On the Malaysia Expat Forums, you can get competent answers to all your expat-related questions: how to find a babysitter fluent in your mother tongue, where to get bobotie in Kuala Lumpur, etc.
  • The 51ԹϺPlaces database for Malaysia has information on the nearest South African embassy and many other institutions.

From the topical rainforests (two of which are World Heritage Sites) to the urban agglomeration of the Klang Valley, you can meet supportive and friendly South African expats in Malaysia on InterNations.

Meet and Mingle with Fellow South Africans in Malaysia

Additionally, 51ԹϺhosts regular expat events and activities in Malaysia. Our get-togethers are sure to cater to your taste as well: as a member, you can partake in cozy gatherings to enjoy some Malaysian nasi lemak, join one of our huge expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in Kuala Lumpur’s best locations, and much more. Want to discover Malaysia? Go on a weekend trip with your fellow expats to see tea plantations in the Cameron Highlands and other beautiful landmarks.

Our meet-ups and activities offer many wonderful opportunities to mingle with expatriates hailing from South Africa and dozens of other countries in a casual setting. Just sign up for your 51ԹϺmembership and you’ll soon hear a cordial Siya namkela nonke, welkom, isibingelelo from our South Africans living in Malaysia!

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