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The Relocated South African | Emigration stories

Jan Hugo - Emigration stories expert
South Africa
Emigration
Cape Town
Canada
United States
Norway
Immigration
Australia
New Zealand
Lagos, Portugal
United Kingdom
Ireland
Porto Alegre
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Mining Industry
Family Dynamics
Poland
London, United Kingdom
Spain
Ukraine

The show for navigating emigration from South Africa for a better future. Join host Jan Hugo as he shares authentic emigration stories from South Africans who've taken the leap. You'll hear about what drove their decision to leave, the mistakes they made, and how they've built new lives abroad. We'll explore everything from the emotional reality of leaving friends and family behind, to the challen... more

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Duncan Goldsmith
South African migrant who built a career across tech, banking, and logistics and settled in Melbourne
Based in Melbourne, Australia
Episode: From Port Elizabeth to Melbourne: Building a New Life in Australia-Ep 78 with Duncan Goldsmith
James Fouché
Crime author, screenwriter
Self/Author
Episode: From Cape Town to China: A South African Author's New Chapter- Ep 77 with James Fouche
Retha Jacobs
Entrepreneur, former co-owner of Baza Tatri (Zakopane area), neuroscience enthusiast
Former co-owner in Zakopane area, Poland
Episode: From Pretoria to Poland: Finding Home in Unexpected Places-Ep 76 with Retha Jacobs
Deepak Bhootra
Dr Deepak Bhootra, leadership coach, sales trainer and entrepreneur
Episode: From South Africa to the World: Lessons in Leadership and Life-Ep 75 with Dr Deepak Bhootra
Werner Trieloff
Based in Porto Alegre, Brazil; connects people and businesses across continents
OpenRoad Investments / Abacus Worldwide / Afrochamber involvement
Episode: Life's Way of Bringing You Magic —Ep 74 with Werner Trieloff
Justin Levitt
Entrepreneur and SEO specialist living in Amsterdam
Independent/Freelance
Episode: Five Years of Visa Limbo, No Couch Included —Ep 73 with Justin Levitt
Jenny Forest Angel
Emigrant from Johannesburg, living in Wellington, New Zealand
Episode: From Johannesburg Burglaries to 30 Years a Kiwi — Ep 72 with Jenny Forest Angel
Kerry Deamer
South African life coach who moved to the UK, focusing on helping expats
Life Coach
Episode: From Kempton Park to Kent — Crime, Courage & Coaching Expats with Kerry Deamer- Ep 70
Monty Stephenson
Former Deloitte partner, emigrant to Canada and back to South Africa
Deloitte (former)
Episode: From Cape Town to Prince George and Back with Monty Stephenson-Ep 69

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Jan Hugo
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4.3 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Really enjoy hearing the stories from fellow South Africans. Good stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Jono McHugh
    United Statesa month ago

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From Pretoria to Poland: Finding Home in Unexpected Places-Ep 76 with Retha Jacobs
Q: What reminds you most about South Africa, and do you see yourself returning?
She misses almost everything—people, the warmth, the food, and the sense of open space—and while she contemplates returning closer to family, she also feels drawn to maintaining roots in both South Africa and her life abroad.
From Pretoria to Poland: Finding Home in Unexpected Places-Ep 76 with Retha Jacobs
Q: What initially drew you to leave South Africa and try living abroad?
A mix of curiosity, opportunity, and a desire to explore life beyond familiar surroundings; she and her friends chose to seek experiences in London and later other parts of Europe, which set the course for a lifelong pattern of relocation.
From Cape Town to China: A South African Author's New Chapter- Ep 77 with James Fouche
Q: Where is Xingxing (Xinxiang) city in China relative to Beijing and Shanghai?
Xinxiang is in central China, roughly 500-600 kilometers from Beijing and about 800-900 kilometers from Shanghai, with Zhengzhou nearby as the provincial capital.
From Naboomspruit to Norway — Scrap Art & Viking Axes with Martiens Bekker .- Ep 71
Q: What advice would you give to someone starting over in a new country?
Figure out how business works, understand taxes, be realistic about expectations, and build a foundation (property, stability) before focusing on growth or movement, while keeping an open mind about opportunities across borders.
From Naboomspruit to Norway — Scrap Art & Viking Axes with Martiens Bekker .- Ep 71
Q: How did the move affect the children and their futures?
The aim was to give the children better opportunities, including language skills and access to education and stability, even if it meant leaving family behind; the kids grew up bilingual and found new paths in their respective countries.

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What is The Relocated South African about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A collection of emigration-focused conversations that center on South Africans relocating abroad, with practical, real-world insights from people who've moved for work, family, or opportunity. Episodes lean into decision-making, visa processes, cost of living, social integration, and the emotional toll of leaving home, often pairing personal journeys with professional guidance on relocation, immigration services, and cross-border careers. Notable elements include long-term perspectives on settling in new countries, from Australia and Canada to Europe and the U.S., and a recurring emphasis on planning, community building, and resilience to make emigration work. The format tends to mix firsthand migration stories with actionable tips for pros... more

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