South African Americans

The majority of overseas South Africans live in the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand, countries with similar cultural and linguistic heritage to many South Africans, as well as similar climates and latitude positioning in the case of the latter two countries.

Many white South Africans, both before and after the end of apartheid, emigrated to Midwestern states such as Minnesota and Illinois.

The South African consulate in Chicago has close ties with many expatriates and hosts regular events and speakers, including an annual celebration of Freedom Day on 27 April.

In 2001, the hosts founded the African Group of the U.S. Women's Action to boost the knowledge and understanding of South Africa among Americans.

The South Africans are also in many other forums, such as informal parties, religious activities and rugby matches.