InterNations — A Community for American Expats in Johannesburg

Hello to all Americans in Johannesburg! Are you interested in getting to know fellow expats in Johannesburg? Looking for advice from other Americans, e.g. wondering if there are any bars in Johannesburg which will be showing your favorite baseball or American football team’s upcoming match or where to go in town for stuffed turkey?

Although Johannesburg has lots to offer, you might be wondering where and how you can meet other Americans in the city. Luckily, InterNations is here to make this easier for you! You’re warmly invited to join the InterNations community. Within our international network in Johannesburg, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.

Advertisement

Claude Maurin

Claude Maurin

After I followed my wife to Johannesburg, InterNations and its expat circles helped me find free-lance work with South African clients.

Rikke Johansen

Rikke Johansen

The InterNations community is just so large that you can easily find a like-minded expat sharing professional or personal interests.

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 Johannesburg

26,952
members in Johannesburg
920
American members
16
monthly events
683
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Advertisement

Advertisement

Connect at Our Events in Johannesburg

Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Johannesburg. From sailing to spirituality, there is sure to be something for everyone! In most communities, there are also monthly Newcomers’ Events especially for those who have recently joined the American community in Johannesburg. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Johannesburg.

Networking Hike for Young Professionals
Networking Hike for Young Professionals
Join us for a relaxed group hike and the chance to connect with fellow young professionals in a friendly outdoor setting. 📅 Date: 13 June 2026 ⏰ Time: 08:00 📍 Location: Modderfontein Nature Reserve Register here: https://forms.gle/arwpkZL8i2TvB7zy5 Enjoy nature, meet new people, and grow your n
Join us for a relaxed group hike and the chance to connect with fellow young professionals in a friendly outdoor setting. 📅 Date: 13 June 2026 ⏰ Time: 08:00 📍 Location: Modderfontein Nature Reserve Register here: https://forms.gle/arwpkZL8i2TvB7zy5 Enjoy nature, meet new people, and grow your n
CANCALLED - InterNations JHB - Voyages on a Plate: Dinner
Hi everyone, unfortunately the event is rescheduled because Sandra is sick. We'll post a new date and time once it's confirmed. Sorry for the inconvenience. Travel Talk Host : Sandra Maniram Travel is more than movement—it’s perspective. This dinner and travel talk brings together delicious cuisi
Hi everyone, unfortunately the event is rescheduled because Sandra is sick. We'll post a new date and time once it's confirmed. Sorry for the inconvenience. Travel Talk Host : Sandra Maniram Travel is more than movement—it’s perspective. This dinner and travel talk brings together delicious cuisi
The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Montecasino
The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Montecasino
Warm up your vocal cords and prepare to abandon all inhibitions to rock out to the electrifying new production of The Rocky Horror Show as it storms into the Pieter Toerien main theatre at Montecasino This bold new production presented by Pieter Toerien Productions in association with the Luitingh
Warm up your vocal cords and prepare to abandon all inhibitions to rock out to the electrifying new production of The Rocky Horror Show as it storms into the Pieter Toerien main theatre at Montecasino This bold new production presented by Pieter Toerien Productions in association with the Luitingh
DinnerNations Steak Monday & Mediterranean
DinnerNations Steak Monday & Mediterranean
If you want good food that fills you and has you licking your lips, then Fahrenheit seafood & grill with its vibrant energy is the place to go. The owners and staff of the Fahrenheit Restaurants in Edenvale, Benoni & Alberton know that treating a family to a restaurant meal can be quite a task – fro
If you want good food that fills you and has you licking your lips, then Fahrenheit seafood & grill with its vibrant energy is the place to go. The owners and staff of the Fahrenheit Restaurants in Edenvale, Benoni & Alberton know that treating a family to a restaurant meal can be quite a task – fro

Advertisement

Advertisement

Why Americans move abroad … (and do they like it?)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys for expats — Expat Insider — where we ask people living around the world about every aspect of expat life. We’ve rounded up key facts about the typical American expat: what motivated them to move to a new country, what they enjoy about life abroad, as well as what they struggle with the most.

Advertisement

Our Global Partners

Advertisement

Find People Who Share Your Passions

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!

Johannesburg Community Group
Johannesburg Community Group

Advertisement

Advertisement

Enjoy the International Experience with InterNations

  • Browse our network of members to get to know American expats in Johannesburg and connect with others.
  • Take part in our expat forums to get firsthand tips and information from fellow Americans in Johannesburg.
  • Meet other American expats and global minds at 600 monthly official events and share your interests at more than 4,600 monthly activities in Johannesburg and across the globe.

InterNations provides an easy, casual way to get to know expats from the USA and further afield in your local community. Sound good? Then let us welcome you into our Johannesburg Community today!

Mix and Mingle with Americans in Johannesburg at Our Events

Our Johannesburg community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Johannesburg’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow American expats to discover the Highveld's Gauteng City Region. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from the United States of America in your local community and meet Americans in South Africa in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Americans living in Johannesburg!

Advertisement