This list highlights prominent Nigerian organizations in South Africa, showcasing their contributions and influence in the region. Nigerians who are new to South Africa should familiarize themselves with registered Non-profit Nigerian Organizations in South Africa.
In addition, below is a list of noteworthy government-related organisations for Nigerians in South Africa, along with community-based organizations and Nigerian student bodies within South Africa. Use the table below to navigate this article.
| List of Prominent Nigerian Organisations In South Africa | |
| Nigerian government organisations in South Africa | |
| Nigerian High Commission – South Africa | |
| Consulate General of Nigeria in Johannesburg | |
| Community-based Nigerian Organisations in South Africa | |
| Nigerian Union South Africa (NUSA) | |
| Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa (NICASA) | |
| Nzuko Ndi-Igbo Community Care South Africa | |
| National Association of Yoruba Descendants Southern Africa (NAYDSA), also known as Ẹgbẹ Ọmọ Yorùbá | |
| United Nigerian Wives in South Africa (UNWISA) | |
| Nigerian Students Organisations in South Africa | |
| National Association of Nigerian Students in South Africa (NANSSA) | |
| Nigerian Student Association (Monash University SA) | |
| Nigerian Students Society (University of Pretoria) | |
| Association of Nigerian Students Stellenbosch University – ANSSU | |
GOVERNMENTAL ORGANISATIONS
1. Nigerian High Commission – South Africa
The role of the Nigeria High Commission in South Africa is to organize, advance and safeguard the interests of the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria within South Africa to enhance Nigeria’s security and socio-economic advancement. For contact information for the Nigerian High Commission in Pretoria, click here.
2. Consulate General of Nigeria in Johannesburg
The main objective of the Consulate General of Nigeria is to fulfil representational activities in the interest of the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on matters pertaining to social, economic, political, cultural and various global issues, including the promotion of trade and new opportunities for economic partnership between Nigeria and South Africa. For contact details for the Consulate, see here.
COMMUNITY-BASED NIGERIAN ORGANIZATIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA
1. Nigerian Union South Africa (NUSA)
NUSA is a registered non-profit organisation that is recognised by the Consulate General of Nigeria as the official body that represents all Nigerians in South Africa, regardless of their language, state of origin and ethnicity. The organisation is about “Unity in Diversity” and it represents the interests of Nigerians in South Africa. The Nigerian Union South Africa works closely with the Nigerian High Commission and the Consulate General of Nigeria mainly to address injustices against Nigerians living in South Africa.
2. Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa (NICASA)
The Nigerian Citizens Association of South Africa (NICASA) emerged from a desire to provide a unified voice for Nigerians living in the country, regardless of their social standing. NICASA operates as a non-profit, non-religious, non-tribal, and apolitical entity, aiming to advocate for the interests of all Nigerians, irrespective of their religious, tribal, or political affiliations. The association’s primary objective is to work towards the welfare of Nigerians, champion their interests, and maintain unity and harmony within the Nigerian community in South Africa. NICASA strives to create a cohesive platform that brings together all Nigerians residing in South Africa under one umbrella.
3. Nzuko Ndi-Igbo Community Care South Africa
This registered non-profit organisation represents and supports Igbo people living in South Africa. This organisation is known for its loyalty towards providing for the socio-economic needs of its members.
4. National Association of Yoruba Descendants Southern Africa (NAYDSA), also known as (Ẹgbẹ Ọmọ Yorùbá)
As the name denotes, this organisation represents the interests of Yoruba descendants in Southern Africa. The organisation also aims to promote unity among all Yoruba people withing this region. This organisation is notable for providing scholarships for Yoruba students within South Africa.
5. United Nigerian Wives in South Africa (UNWISA)
UNWISA is a registered non-profit organisation made up of women who are married to Nigerian citizens in South Africa. The organisation is well known for organizing highly publicized actions against xenophobia and related injustices.
NIGERIAN STUDENTS ORGANISATIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA
1. National Association of Nigerian Students in South Africa (NANSSA)
The National Association of Nigerian Students in South Africa is the umbrella body for all Nigerian students studying across the length and breadth of South Africas tertiary insitutions.
2. Nigerian Student Association (Monash University SA)
Nigerian Students Association, SA (MUSA) describes itself as an organisation “established to bring Nigerians studying in Monash South Africa together and it aims to ensure and maintain a positive image of Nigeria in South Africa.”
3. Nigerian Students Society (University of Pretoria)
The NSS (UP) is a body of Nigerian students studying at the University of Pretoria. The organisation is aimed at empowering and safeguarding the interests of Nigerian students at the University and beyond.
4. Association of Nigerian Students Stellenbosch University – ANSSU
Association of Nigerian Students Stellenbosch University (ANSSU) describes itself on Facebook as a community of Nigerian Students at Stellenbosch University, Western Cape, South Africa.
It is beautiful to see Nigerians all over South Africa coming together to portray and showcase a positive image of Nigeria and Nigerians in South Africa. We salute all these great Nigerian organizations in South Africa.
Lagostojozi Blog rally behind each and every organisation that is destined to bring peace, love, and unity within the Nigerian community in South Africa and the host community. For the listing of more organizations of Nigerians in South Africa, please email us the details incuding contact information to; howfar(at)lagostojozi.com
Hi my good brothers, I want to use this opportunity to thank you all in SA for being together as one Nigeria; united we stand, divided we fall.
You are right and thank you for your comment E. Light. God bless Nigeria!