InterNations - The Place for South Africans in Abidjan

Siya namkela nonke, welkom, isibingelelo to all South Africans in Abidjan! Searching for other South Africans in Abidjan? Looking for reliable and useful insider tips from fellow South Africans for example, where in Abidjan can I find a South African restaurant? Or where in Abidjan can I find some bobotie?

Join InterNations today and become a member of our Abidjan community. By becoming a member, you will join our active group of South African expats, coming from all corners of South Africa, from Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, and many more.

Advertisement

Adam Malewski

Adam Malewski

I use InterNations mainly for business and made some very valuable expat contacts here in Abidjan.

Lotta Koskinen

Lotta Koskinen

Settling as an expat woman in Abidjan wasn't easy in the beginning. Until a friend invited me to InterNations...

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!

Why you'll love InterNations in Abidjan

12,658
members in Abidjan
5+
South-African members
4
monthly events
638
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Advertisement

Advertisement

Meet fellow South Africans at our events in Abidjan

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow South Africans in Abidjan.

InterNations Abidjan - Grill & Chill Happy Way
InterNations Abidjan - Grill & Chill Happy Way
Hi there, Need a breather from the week’s tension? Join us for an evening that celebrates what makes Abidjan truly special — the warmth of its people, the rhythm of local life, and the open-air charm of a real Ivorian maquis. Come share food, laughter, and stories where locals and expats meet hal
Hi there, Need a breather from the week’s tension? Join us for an evening that celebrates what makes Abidjan truly special — the warmth of its people, the rhythm of local life, and the open-air charm of a real Ivorian maquis. Come share food, laughter, and stories where locals and expats meet hal
InterNations Abidjan Anniversary Edition
InterNations Abidjan Anniversary Edition
Dear Members—our community turns 18! 🎉 Celebrate at Kajazoma, a restaurant-gallery where dining meets African art. Think warm wood beams, open-air lounges, and curated pieces all around. The garden hides a tranquil pool—an oasis for conversations and photos. Lush greenery, bamboo and palms cre
Dear Members—our community turns 18! 🎉 Celebrate at Kajazoma, a restaurant-gallery where dining meets African art. Think warm wood beams, open-air lounges, and curated pieces all around. The garden hides a tranquil pool—an oasis for conversations and photos. Lush greenery, bamboo and palms cre
InterNations Abidjan August off the Chain Event @Bushman Café
Hey InterNations Abidjan fam! Got an official event on August 29, 2025 at the one-and-only Bushman Café— and you’re all invited to a night of pure good energy 🇺🇸✨. What to Expect: 1.Meeting your fellow Expats from Internations Abidjan — community vibes www.internations.org finally! 2. A warm
Hey InterNations Abidjan fam! Got an official event on August 29, 2025 at the one-and-only Bushman Café— and you’re all invited to a night of pure good energy 🇺🇸✨. What to Expect: 1.Meeting your fellow Expats from Internations Abidjan — community vibes www.internations.org finally! 2. A warm
InterNations Abidjan: A Night in Spain @ Tapas Y Màs
Dear Members! Hope you are doing well. This moth of july, InterNations Abidjan invites you to join us! Location : Tapas y Más – A stylish bar-restaurant with Spanish flair and international flavors, nestled in the heart of Abidjan - Zone 4. Warm atmosphere, Andalusian decor, and a true fiesta spir
Dear Members! Hope you are doing well. This moth of july, InterNations Abidjan invites you to join us! Location : Tapas y Más – A stylish bar-restaurant with Spanish flair and international flavors, nestled in the heart of Abidjan - Zone 4. Warm atmosphere, Andalusian decor, and a true fiesta spir

Advertisement

Our Global Partners

Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Abidjan Community Group
Abidjan Community Group

Advertisement

South African Expats in Abidjan Exchange Tips and Advice

InterNations is the perfect place for South African expats in Abidjan to find the help and resources they have been looking for. The "Manhattan Of The Tropics" will soon become your new home with our InterNations community - we help you to take full advantage of your new life here!

  • Get to know Abidjan’s South African expats.
  • Join today and find everything you need through our Expat Forums and entries from fellow South Africans in Abidjan.
  • Read through our extensive Expat Guides to receive useful information on Abidjan.

Mingle with Fellow South Africans in Abidjan at Our Events and Activities

Our Abidjan community is also very active offline. Our members get to enjoy a range of events and activities on monthly and weekly basis, e.g. a great dinner at Abidjan’s fanciest restaurant organized by our InterNations Ambassadors, or a weekend trip to explore Côte d'Ivoire’s unique vibe. These events and activities are a perfect and casual way to get in touch with fellow South African expats in your city and South Africans in Côte d'Ivoire. Interested? Simply sign up for membership and join the ranks of our South Africans living in Abidjan.

Advertisement