Find AA Meetings in South Africa

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Find AA meetings across South Africa. There are 394 meetings listed in 118 cities, open to residents and visitors alike. Click any city below to see meeting times, locations, and directions.

South Africa hosts the largest AA community in Africa, with daily meetings across Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, and Pretoria and groups in most regional towns.

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Online AA Meetings in South Africa

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A New Freedom
Mondays6:00PM - 7:00PM
Online
Sherborne Road, Johannesburg
Meeting Types & Format:
Location Temporarily ClosedEnglish
Meeting Notes:

No Passcode zoom ID: 81066170226

Clubview AA
Mondays7:00PM - 8:00PM
Online
251 Lenchen Avenue, Centurion
Meeting Types & Format:
ClosedEnglish
Meeting Notes:

Hybrid Meeting ID 810 7879 9533 password 975917

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JM Venter offices

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AA Meetings in South Africa by the Numbers

Across South Africa, the 394 listed AA groups are concentrated in Cape Town (87 meetings), Johannesburg (19), and Randburg (15), with active groups in 118 cities in total. Tuesday is the busiest day for meetings, and evening (5–9 PM) sessions are the most common. About 30% of groups (119) offer an online or hybrid option.

Largest AA communities in South Africa

When AA groups meet in South Africa

  • Sunday52
  • Monday81
  • Tuesday84
  • Wednesday79
  • Thursday80
  • Friday59
  • Saturday50

Meetings per day of the week across South Africa. Tuesday has the most scheduled groups.

What members read between meetings

A.A.'s own literature does most of the heavy lifting between meetings in South Africa. These are the books most often spotted on a member's bookshelf, with a short note on what each one is for. Each card is tagged with its language.

Cover of Alcoholics Anonymous (the Big Book)

Alcoholics Anonymous (the Big Book)

English

The book Bill W. and Dr. Bob wrote first, in 1939. Most members pick up a copy in their first week or two and keep it close.

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Cover of Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions

Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions

English

Bill W.'s longer essays on each Step and each Tradition. The usual companion read once the Big Book starts to feel familiar.

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Cover of Living Sober

Living Sober

English

A short, practical book about the day-to-day of staying sober. Often the one a sponsor suggests in the first month.

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Cover of Daily Reflections

Daily Reflections

English

One short A.A. reading for each day of the year, with a thought to carry into it. Members often keep a copy on the kitchen counter.

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Cover of As Bill Sees It

As Bill Sees It

English

Brief passages from A.A.'s co-founder, arranged by topic. Some groups read one aloud at the top of every meeting.

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Came to Believe

English

Members' own short accounts of what "a Power greater than ourselves" came to mean to them. Helpful for anyone wary of the word God.

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Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions (Large Print)

English

The same 12&12 essays in a larger typeface. Often the edition kept for reading aloud or for easier eyes.

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More A.A. literature

English

Browse the wider shelf of A.A.-approved reading — Living Sober, Daily Reflections, the Grapevine collections, and more.

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About AA in South Africa

AA in South Africa

AA has been established in South Africa since 1946 and is organised through a national General Service structure with regional intergroups. Meetings run in English and Afrikaans, with English predominating in the metropolitan areas. Every major format is available: open, closed, Big Book study, step meetings, and young people's groups.

Meetings by region

Gauteng (Johannesburg and Pretoria) has the country's densest meeting schedule, followed by the Western Cape (Cape Town and the Winelands) and KwaZulu-Natal (Durban and the coast). The Eastern Cape, Free State, and Garden Route towns each maintain steady weekly meetings, and online groups connect members in more remote areas.

For visitors

South African groups are welcoming to travellers — no registration, first names only. Urban meetings are typically held in church halls and community centres; the listings include addresses and times, and locals are generous with lifts and directions if you make contact through a meeting.

Finding AA Meetings in South Africa

Alcoholics Anonymous has groups across 118 cities in South Africa, with 394 meetings listed in this directory. Whether you are looking for a group near home or need a meeting while travelling, the listings below include times, addresses, and format details to help you find the right fit.

Meeting Types Available in South Africa

AA meetings in South Africa run in several formats. Here is a brief overview:

Open Meetings

Open to the public. Family, friends, and anyone curious about A.A. are welcome to attend.

Closed Meetings

For people with a desire to stop drinking. What is shared stays in the room.

Speaker Meetings

A member shares their story of "experience, strength, and hope." Often a good starting point for newcomers.

Step Study Groups

Groups that read and work through the 12 Steps together, applying the principles to everyday situations.

Major Cities with AA Support in South Africa

Cape Town is South Africa's most active AA community with 87 meetings. Other cities with an AA presence include Johannesburg, Randburg, Durban.

Cape Town

87 AA meetings

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Johannesburg

19 AA meetings

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Randburg

15 AA meetings

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Durban

13 AA meetings

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Pretoria

13 AA meetings

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Sandton

11 AA meetings

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For Travelers and Visitors

Visiting South Africa?

  • • English-speaking meetings in major cities
  • • No advance registration required
  • • Just show up and introduce yourself
  • • AA is the same worldwide - you'll feel at home

For Residents

  • • Find your local home group
  • • Multiple meeting times throughout the week
  • • Online meetings available for flexibility
  • • Connect with the local AA community

Online AA Meetings in South Africa

Online AA meetings in South Africa follow the same format as in-person meetings: shared readings, personal shares, and open discussion. They are a practical option for people in rural areas, those with mobility constraints, or anyone whose schedule makes regular travel difficult.

Benefits of Online Meetings

  • • Attend from anywhere in South Africa or abroad
  • • No transportation required
  • • Ideal for rural areas with limited options
  • • Same confidentiality as in-person

How to Join Online

  • • Look for "Online" or "Hybrid" meetings
  • • Click "Join Online" for meeting link
  • • Most use Zoom or similar platforms
  • • Camera optional - participate comfortably

Getting Started with AA in South Africa

First-Time Attendees

Anyone can walk into an AA meeting in South Africa without prior registration. You are not expected to speak, and you only need to give your first name if you choose to. Many groups keep printed material on hand for people attending for the first time.

Language Considerations

While many meetings in South Africa are conducted in the local language, major cities typically offer English-speaking meetings. Check the meeting details for language information or contact the local AA intergroup for guidance.

AA membership has one requirement: a desire to stop drinking. South Africa's meetings are open to anyone who meets it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Use the city listings on this page to find AA meetings across South Africa. Click on any city to see available meetings with times, locations, and directions. There are currently 394 meetings in 118 cities.

Major cities in South Africa often have English-speaking AA meetings for international visitors and expats. Check the meeting details for language information, and look for meetings marked as "English" or "Bilingual."

Yes. AA meetings in South Africa are open to visitors from anywhere. No registration is needed: arrive a few minutes before the start and introduce yourself if you wish. The format and program are consistent across AA groups worldwide.

Yes, online AA meetings are available in South Africa. These virtual meetings allow you to participate from anywhere. Look for meetings marked as "Online" or "Hybrid" in the listings.

South Africa offers various meeting types including Open meetings (anyone can attend), Closed meetings (for those with a desire to stop drinking), Speaker meetings, Step Study groups, and more. Each meeting listing shows its specific format.

Other Countries in Africa with AA Meetings

Botswana
1
Egypt
11
Morocco
8
Namibia
2
Zimbabwe
15
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