InterNations - A Place for Russians in Pretoria

Privet to all of our Russians in Pretoria! Are you interested in getting to know fellow Russian expats in Pretoria? Are you looking for advice from other Russians, e.g. which bars in Pretoria will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for borscht?

You are cordially invited to be part of InterNations Pretoria. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of Russian expats, coming from Moscow, Yekaterinburg, Saint Petersburg and all regions of Russia.

Sandro Pedace

Sandro Pedace

With InterNations, you'll meet interesting expats wherever you go - both online and offline.

Stephanie Gainsbourg

Stephanie Gainsbourg

InterNations provided me with an "entrance" to the expat circles of Pretoria, so to speak, and helped me get to know other French expatriates.

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 Pretoria

7,773
members in Pretoria
45
Russian members
3+
monthly events
118
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Meet fellow Russians at our events in Pretoria

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

InterNations Pretoria: Women's Month Pink Goddess Lunch
InterNations Pretoria End of Winter Lunch Event in Women's Month. Embrace. Empower. Connect. Goddess Café, Waterkloof Dress in Pink or with a Dash of Pink. RSVP by sending a PM if you are joining as the café is busy on a Saturday.
InterNations Pretoria End of Winter Lunch Event in Women's Month. Embrace. Empower. Connect. Goddess Café, Waterkloof Dress in Pink or with a Dash of Pink. RSVP by sending a PM if you are joining as the café is busy on a Saturday.
Pretoria Forts Hike & History Tour
Pretoria Forts Hike & History Tour
The Pretoria Forts consists of four forts built by the government of the South African Republic (ZAR) just before the outbreak of the Second Anglo-Boer War around their capital of Pretoria, 3 of which were German and 1 French. Let's visit 2 of them and enjoy fresh air, exercise and a glimpse back t
The Pretoria Forts consists of four forts built by the government of the South African Republic (ZAR) just before the outbreak of the Second Anglo-Boer War around their capital of Pretoria, 3 of which were German and 1 French. Let's visit 2 of them and enjoy fresh air, exercise and a glimpse back t
Paws & Colour Run 🐾 Pet Rescue Fundraiser
Paws & Colour Run 🐾 Pet Rescue Fundraiser
PAWS AND PAINT COLOUR RUN 2026! Get ready for a day filled with colour, laughter, wagging tails and plenty of unforgettable moments - all while supporting the hundreds of rescue animals in our care! Join us at Wet Nose Animal Rescue Centre on Saturday, 26 September 2026, and walk, jog or run along
PAWS AND PAINT COLOUR RUN 2026! Get ready for a day filled with colour, laughter, wagging tails and plenty of unforgettable moments - all while supporting the hundreds of rescue animals in our care! Join us at Wet Nose Animal Rescue Centre on Saturday, 26 September 2026, and walk, jog or run along
InterNations Pretoria: Spring Picnic under the Fever Trees
Pack a picnic, comfy chairs and a picnic blanket and let's meet for a picnic in the park. Interestingly, the name “fever tree” came from early European settlers who noticed that malaria was common in areas where these trees grew. The mosquito also favoured these swampy habitats. RSVP with your nam
Pack a picnic, comfy chairs and a picnic blanket and let's meet for a picnic in the park. Interestingly, the name “fever tree” came from early European settlers who noticed that malaria was common in areas where these trees grew. The mosquito also favoured these swampy habitats. RSVP with your nam

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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!

Pretoria Community Group
Pretoria Community Group

Russian Expats in Pretoria Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where Russian expats in Pretoria exchange experiences and tips to support each other. The city, sometimes also referred to as Tshwane, can be a great place for expats - our community helps you make the most of your experience!

  • Browse our Members Network to get to know Pretoria’s Russian expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow Russian expats in Pretoria.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Pretoria to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Russians in Pretoria at Our Events

Our community in Pretoria is also very active offline. Our InterNations Ambassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Pretoria’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other Russian expats to explore the Garden Route, a scenic stretch along the south-east coast. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from Russia in your local community as well as Russians in South Africa nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Russians living in Pretoria!