Great app for Saffas
Such an awesome app for saffas living abroad.
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Connect with fellow South Africans living abroad in the UAE and UK. Find people, discover local businesses, join events, and access essential information about visas, tax, and more. Share recipes and stay updated on sports.
✓People directory
✓Community feed
✓Saffa-owned businesses
✓Local events listings
✓Sports scores and fixtures
✓South African recipes
✓Visa and tax essentials
✓Direct messaging and groups
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What's New in Saffa | South Africans Abroad
2.1.0
August 21, 2026
What's new in 2.1 F1 hub, rebuilt. Live timing, full session results, driver and constructor standings, and an animated 3D map of every circuit. Ambassador badges. Spot the Saffas who help hold this place together. Archive your chats. Tidy old conversations away and pull them back whenever you like. Anything new brings the chat straight back. Gig guide. Listings from venues and promoters now send you to tickets instead of asking you to RSVP. Past events. Browse what you missed without it cluttering what is on. Plus a faster Home, a bell that clears properly, and a pile of smaller fixes.
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What is Saffa?
Saffa is a social networking app designed for South Africans living in the UAE and UK. It helps you find other Saffas, discover local businesses, join events, and access important information relevant to your new country.
Can I connect with Saffas in other countries?
While Saffa primarily focuses on the UAE and UK, the people directory and chat features allow you to connect and message any Saffa on the app, regardless of their current country.
What kind of businesses can I find on Saffa?
You can find a variety of Saffa-owned and Saffa-friendly businesses, including those offering authentic South African products like boerewors, as well as professional services like accountants familiar with South African tax regulations.
Does Saffa have ads?
No, Saffa is free to use and does not contain advertisements. It is built by South Africans for South Africans.
How often is Saffa updated?
The latest version of Saffa is 2.1.0, and it was last updated on August 21, 2026. Updates typically include new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements.
What age rating does Saffa have?
Saffa has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for users of all ages. It is available on iPhone and iPod devices.
How do I sign up for Saffa?
You can sign up for Saffa using phone sign-in via WhatsApp, avoiding noisy email lists. The app is free to join and use.
What sports information is available on Saffa?
Saffa provides live scores, fixtures, and tables for popular South African sports like the Boks and Proteas, as well as football and F1. It also lists venues near you showing the games.
