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InterNations – Bringing Together South Africans Living in Côte d'Ivoire

Interested in meeting fellow South Africans in Côte d'Ivoire? Are you looking for trustworthy advice and tips on expat life from your South African countrymen? Or would you like to discover landmarks such as the Parc National de Taï with other South African expatriates?

No matter if you already are an expat in Côte d'Ivoire or still finishing your preparations for your relocation back home in South Africa, InterNations Côte d'Ivoire offers everything you are looking for: our trusted network is the most popular international platform for expats and global minds from all over the world. Of course, we also have a number of South African expats in Côte d'Ivoire among our members, coming from various regions all over South Africa - from Johannesburg, over Cape Town to Durban.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

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Meet other South Africans at our events in Côte d'Ivoire

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

Take a break between the festive celebrations and join us for a delightful evening in the heart of Abidjan’s newest gem—the Beverly Hills Shopping Center. 📅 When? Wednesday, December 27th ⏰ Time? 5:
Nov 8, 2024, 7:30 PM
44 attendees
Dear Friends, We are delighted to invite you to an evening of flavors and relaxation at our charming boutique hotel in Abidjan! Nestled in an intimate setting, this 17-room hotel offers a restaurant
Sep 27, 2024, 9:00 PM
57 attendees
Dear InterNations Members, We are excited to announce that the second part of our InterNations 17th anniversary celebration will take place at : Lounge VIP - Casino de la 7e Tranche, Cocody Angré.
Dear member from Abidjan....are you ready! Join us this September to celebrate 17 incredible years of the InterNations community all around the world! This year, in Abidjan, our anniversary will be a

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    From South Africa, living in Abidjan
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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 InterNations Groups 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.

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Get Tips and Info on Life in Côte d'Ivoire from South African Expats

Being an expat in Côte d'Ivoire means much more than packing your belongings and taking care of paperwork. Keeping in touch with your South African compatriots is a big part of the expat experience and can help you understand the Ivorian people and their culture better. With InterNations, meeting other South Africans in Côte d'Ivoire is a breeze, no matter if you are in Bouaké, Yamoussoukro, Abidjan or any other expat magnet across the country. Just take our network of South Africans in Yamoussoukro, for example.

If you are in the mood to speak your mother tongue again, to learn about the best spots to shop for South African food, or to discuss your favorite sports team’s latest match, join the South African InterNations Community:

  • In our huge expat network, you can easily find like-minded expatriates from South Africa.
  • Our Côte d'Ivoire Expat Forums are a great place to share experiences and advice – for example how to find a nanny speaking your language or where to get bobotie in Yamoussoukro...
  • The InterNations Places database for Côte d'Ivoire helps you find institutions like the nearest South African embassy.

From the Parc National de Taï to the beaches along the Atlantic Ocean, we’ll get you in touch with helpful and friendly South African expats in Côte d'Ivoire.

Meet Fellow South Africans in Côte d'Ivoire at Our Many Expat Activities

Participating in our regular expat events and activities in Côte d'Ivoire is another wonderful advantage of your membership. Our events cater to virtually all interests, ranging from a nice dinner with your fellow expats to enjoy some famous shougouilla, Côte d'Ivoire’s national dish, to large expat get-togethers with hundreds of guests in some of Yamoussoukro’s most exclusive locations. Looking for a weekend getaway? Simply join one of our expat excursions with a group of fellow South Africans in Yamoussoukro and discover the Eastern Plantations, i.e. the cultivated areas near Lac de Kossou, the coastal lagoons around the de facto capital, and other impressive landmarks across Côte d'Ivoire.

Our events and activities are a great way of meeting fellow expats from South Africa and all around the globe in a casual atmosphere. Does this sound interesting to you? Then sign up for membership and you’ll hear a heartfelt Siya namkela nonke, welkom, isibingelelo from our South Africans living in Côte d'Ivoire!