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  • Brian Norris

    When first moving to Washington, D.C., I didn't know many people outside of the office. InterNations has changed that with some exciting events.

InterNations - A Great Place for South Africans in Washington, D.C.

Siya namkela nonke, welkom, isibingelelo to all of our South Africans in Washington, D.C.! Would you like to meet South African expats in Washington, D.C.? No matter whether you are looking to find reliable information or simply want to get advice from fellow South Africans in Washington, D.C., our South African members will be able to tell you where to watch your favorite team’s next match on TV, or where to find the best bobotie in Washington, D.C..

We welcome you to join the InterNations community of South Africans abroad. The members of the vibrant South African expat community come from Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban and many others places in South Africa!

An amazing community is waiting for you!

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Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in Washington Dc

24,540
members in Washington Dc
5+
South-African members
18
monthly events
21
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Meet fellow South Africans at our events in Washington, D.C.

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

Come out and see Mother's Little Helper...Rolling Stones Tribute Band. This band was loads of fun last year. This event is free and being held at the beautiful (...) Protected content (...) The a
Due to a big tennis tournament going on at Rock Creek Park, this event is being postponed to the following Sunday, Aug. 3, same time. Let's visit Rock Creek Park and hike one of its' trails. Beauti
Aug 3, 2025, 8:00 PM
3 attendees
Bond In Motion is a special exhibition featuring 17 vehicles from James Bond films. Your Bond In Motion ticket is only for access to this special exhibition. Most visitors spend 30 to 40 minutes tour
Aug 21, 2025, 11:59 PM
38 attendees
Join us for Happy Hour at this new urban bar on U Street NW around 14th. Affordable drinks, chill vibe, just what we need these days! $5 rails, $7 Espolon, $10 specialty cocktails plus ALL Day deals

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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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    From South Africa, living in Washington, D.C.
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    From South Africa, living in Washington, D.C.
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    From South Africa, living in Washington, D.C.
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    From South Africa, living in Washington, D.C.
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    From South Africa, living in Washington, D.C.

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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!

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Share your Experience and Provide Tips to other South Africans in Washington, D.C.

At InterNations, South Africans in Washington, D.C. can enjoy a platform on which they can share their experiences and tips on living abroad. The "News Capital Of The World" has a great community of South Africans that can help you make the most of your expat experience.

  • Surf through our network of South African expats in Washington, D.C. and get to know the local expat crowd.
  • Join today to receive trustworthy, first-hand advice from fellow South Africans in our Washington, D.C. forum.
  • Take full advantage of the Expat Guide for Washington, D.C. and find useful information on your new hometown.

Meet up and Mingle with South Africans in Washington, D.C. at our International Events

The InterNations community in Washington, D.C. is also a very lively offline network. Our regular expat events organized by our Ambassadors at the best venues in town are a fantastic way to meet fellow South Africans in Washington, D.C.. The possibilities for interacting offline are sure to satisfy a wide range of tastes, from a hip dining experience in one of Washington, D.C.’s trendy restaurants to a joint trip to the picturesque landscapes of the South. Our InterNations events and activities are a great way to get to know other South African expats in your city and South Africans in the USA. Interested? Then simply sign up to become a member and you will soon be warmly welcomed among our South Africans living in Washington, D.C..

  • Brian Norris

    When first moving to Washington, D.C., I didn't know many people outside of the office. InterNations has changed that with some exciting events.

  • Caroline Stiles

    In such an international city such as Washington, D.C. InterNations holds great events for everyone to network and enjoy themselves.

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