Saffa Mag

The South African Chamber of Commerce in the USA (SACCUSA), in collaboration with the South African Embassy, invites South Africans living in the United States to attend an important South African Passport Information Webinar on Friday, 6 February 2026.

This webinar will provide detailed guidance on the new passport application and renewal process through VFS Global, including an overview of the recent rollout of VFS passport application centres across the United States aimed at better serving the South African diaspora.

The session will cover the newly operational passport centres at the following locations:
• Atlanta – Saturdays only
• Chicago – Weekdays
• Houston – Weekdays
• Los Angeles – Weekdays
• Miami – Saturdays only
• New York – Operational
• Washington, DC – Operational

South African citizens and dual citizens are encouraged to attend to gain clarity on application procedures, documentation requirements, appointments, and service availability.

Registration is required, do so at the link below for access to the meeting link:
https://www.sachamberusa.com/invitation-south-african-passport-information-webinar-6-february-2026/

SACCUSA looks forward to welcoming the South African community for this timely and informative session in support of improved access to essential civic services in the United States.

Join the TEXAS POTJIE FESTIVAL 2025!
August 29 – September 1, 2025
Lake Conroe / Houston North KOA Holiday

Get ready for a long weekend full of flavour, fun, and friendship at the 24th Annual Texas Potjie Festival — a Labour Day tradition for South Africans in the USA!

Julle gaan dans, eet, jol en kuier soos net Suid-Afrikaners kan!

• Special performance by the amazing Die Campbells!
• Kids Potjie Competition
• Fishing Competition
• Biltong, Droëwors & Boerewors Competitions
• Boere-Bazaar on Saturday
• Afrikaanse Kerkdiens
• Boeresport and our legendary Sokkie

Bring your best potjie recipes, Afrikaanse pride, and dancing shoes!

Click here for more information:
https://sachamberusa.com/event_calendar_type/taxas-potjie-festival/

Or visit: https://www.texaspotjie.com/