Living and working in Germany
The team in South Africa not only supports and advises people from South Africa. Its area of responsibility extends to Botswana, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Tanzania.
Personal consultation
We offer personalised advice online and appointments at the Goethe-Institut. Consultation topics include information about German everyday life and working culture, language proficiency and proof thereof and exit procedures when leaving the country.
On exam days and Tuesdays, you can also find us in person in the office with the red door at the Goethe-Institut Johannesburg.
Workshops
Intercultural workshops
Experiencing different cultures, may cause uncertainty and frustration at first. To live a fulfilling life in a foreign society, you need to build and maintain trust in the community. Certain societal rules and norms need to be considered which are often unclear and confusing. Our intercultural workshops address these cultural differences, promote self-awareness and provide you with essential skills to ensure a successful work and social life in Germany.
Teaching of learning and examination strategies, tutoring and speech training
Before leaving the country or to take up work in Germanyit is advisable to have a basic knowledge of the German language and in some cases, it is even mandatory. The exact level depends on the profession and requirements of the new German employer, or whether you are moving to your family or spouse in Germany.
We offer tutoring, exercises on learning and exam strategies as well as speech training in the form of workshops, group or individual appointments.
Helpful Links
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Portal for skilled workers from abroad
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Information about german politics and culture
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Recognition of foreign professional qualifications
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Recognition guidance
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Recognition of foreign educational qualifications
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German embassy in South Africa
Contact
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Sandra Stahljans
Project coordinator „Mein Weg nach Deutschland - Ensuring Successful Migration Journeys” for South and Southern Africa
Migration-SA@Goethe.de
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Lolla Meyer
Regional Coordinator Project „Mein Weg nach Deutschland – Ensuring Successful Migration Journeys” for Subsaharan Africa
Migration-SA@Goethe.de
