From the bustle of Joburg to the cobblestones of Berlin, our journey carries more than luggage — it carries memories, humour, heartache, and hope. Here you’ll find the voices of South Africans who’ve swapped braais for Brötchen, sunshine for seasons, and still keep that unmistakable Mzansi spirit alive.
Dive into their blogs, vlogs, podcasts, and everyday moments.
Laugh with them. Learn from them. Walk alongside them.
Because even when we’re scattered across the world, ons mense bly ons mense.
Marcel and Silv host a bilingual podcast called Lost in Franken. The show is about culture shock, everyday life in Germany, and the funny and sometimes confusing differences between South African and German traditions. The goal is to represent South Africans in Germany in a positive, humorous, and relatable way — and to build bridges between both cultures. Their YouTube channel. They also have a Facebook space
Ronet has a YouTube channel where she documented her experience in moving to Germany
Every Journey Tells a Story — Welcome to Our Migration Chronicles From distant shores to new beginnings, these stories carry the weight of hope, resilience, and the timeless quest for belonging Step into the footsteps of those who dared to dream beyond borders. Here, voices echo with memories of old homelands, the struggles of transition, and the triumphs of forging a new life. Each tale is a thread woven into the fabric of our shared
South African Communities Find your people. Find your place. Living far from home can be lonely — but it doesn’t have to be. Across Germany, South Africans are gathering in churches, online groups, events, and everyday conversations. This page brings those communities together, so you can reconnect with familiar culture, shared experiences, and that comforting feeling of being understood. Church Groups American Protestant Church in Bonn – from August they will have an Afrikaans-speaking pastor,
Staying Connected, No Matter the Distance Living far from home changes how we connect — but it doesn’t weaken the bond. As South Africans abroad, we learn to stay close through screens, shared moments, and a bit of creativity. We may not always be together physically, but we can still laugh together, celebrate together, and create memories together. Below are ideas for virtual activities you can enjoy with your hartsmense — whether they’re in Germany,
Streaming South African content A little screen-time comfort, done the right way. When homesickness hits, familiar voices, accents, and stories can feel like a warm blanket. The good news? You can legally watch some South African content in Germany — if you know where to look and where not to. Legal Streaming Options in Germany Navigating daily life in Germany can feel a bit different than in South Africa, especially when it comes to using
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