How it works

Belonging, in three simple steps.

We make it easy to find belonging and build meaningful relationships in your new home.

Get Started

Simple steps to get going.

Your journey to meaningful connections begins here.

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Step 01

Join the community

Sign up in minutes and tell us where you are and what you need.

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Step 02

Find your buddy

Connect with people who share your background, interests or goals.

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Step 03

Join the digital village

Take part in events, conversations and support circles that make any city feel like home.

Buddy Groups

Meet the buddy groups.

Find your perfect match based on your needs and goals.

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Study Buddy

Navigate school, housing and part-time jobs together.

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Work Buddy

Balance work and life abroad with professional support.

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Parenting Buddy

Build new family routines in a foreign land.

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Church Buddy

Find faith-based and cultural connections.

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Growth Buddy

Network and discover career opportunities together.

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Travel Buddy

Explore and settle into your new city with confidence.

Why Japabudz

Built for the diaspora experience.

Everything about Japabudz is designed around real African life in the UK.

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Safe & Verified

Members are reviewed for your safety and peace of mind.

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UK Network

Connect with Africans across the UK's biggest cities.

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Cultural Understanding

Find people who truly understand your journey.

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Local Events

Join meetups and events happening in your city.

Ready to find your people?

Your journey starts today.

Join thousands of Africans who have found their community through Japabudz. Your home away from home is one tap away.