Newcomers get four years’ relief on foreign income; then, it’s worldwide taxation. Transitional rules ease the shift, scrapping the remittance basis for good.
See our full SPECIAL REPORT on Tuesday to see how it affects you.
SA vs. UK: Spring Vibes, Saffers!
Hey Saffers in the UK, spring’s here—finally! After a dreary winter, March brings daffodils, longer days, and sunshine that’s no myth.
Back in SA, it’s autumn, but here’s a fresh start. No more 4 PM darkness—by late month, light lingers past 6 PM. Parks bloom, cherry blossoms tease, and jackets swap for tees and slops.
Pub gardens hum—Savanna or Guinness, you pick—and a Weber braai’s calling. Young or old, it’s time to ditch the gloom.
What’s your vibe, stroll, sip, or braai? Let’s make it lekker in the UK’s green season!
Expat Life Hack - Layer Like a Pro; Mastering UK Weather as an Expat
Forget South Africa’s steady sun—UK weather’s a wild ride. Spring teases with warmth, then drenches you by noon.
Hack it like a pro: pack a light raincoat, scarf, and tee in one bag. Ditch the slops—boots are your new mates.
Layer up with a breathable base (think cotton), a jumper for chill, and a waterproof shell.
Peel off or pile on as the day flips. No bulky jackets—just smart, flexible gear.
You’ll dodge the drizzle and still look sharp, ready for a pub stop or a quick braai. Lekker, sorted!
Saffa Spotlight: Trump Cuts Aid to South Africa
Trump’s axed all US aid to South Africa as of March 08, 2025, citing land reform and its Israel stance.
PEPFAR’s spared, but $440 million vanishes—15,000 jobs at risk. Some Saffers cheer the pushback; others fear a health crisis.
With Musk in Trump’s ear, it’s a loud move.
Good call or bad jab? Tell us, Saffa’s—what’s your take on this?
What’s On: St. Patrick’s Day 2025 & Rugby
St. Patrick’s Day hits March 17, and the UK’s going green!
London’s parade kicks off at Hyde Park, ending with music and dance at Trafalgar Square.
Saffa expats, join the jol—pubs pour Guinness, parks host braais, and Irish cheer’s everywhere.
Are you going? What are you doing if not?
6 Nations Final
Remember to watch the 6 Nations Final later today!
Who’s going to win?
Warm Guinness or Ice-Cold Castle?
St. Patrick’s Day’s here—London’s green with parades and pints!
Warm Guinness flows like Irish gold, but a bitterly cold Castle bites back, SA-style.
Which wins, friends—cozy stout or frosty lager? Discuss below!
Over to You
Living in the UK, we miss SA’s sun and biltong. What do you crave? Tell us what you miss and love here—pub vibes or tea—to replace it!
Quick Note
We promised proof-of-address tips, but let’s keep newsletters light! Heavier stuff—like juicy, practical info—moves to SPECIAL REPORTS / FREE SPECIAL REPORTS during the week.
Watch for them, Saffers—loaded with goodies to ease your UK journey and build a life!
