South Afrifur (SAFC) 2026 is scheduled for Aug 7-10, 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The announced theme is Claws & Order.
South Afrifur (SAFC) is a furry convention in the Johannesburg area of South Africa, widely described as the only furry convention on the African continent. Community-run and revived in its modern form in 2017, it has grown steadily while supporting local animal charities.
South Afrifur's 2026 edition is listed under the noir-mystery theme "Claws & Order." Convention aggregators place it on August 7-10, 2026, though these details come from third-party listings rather than the convention's own site, and the August slot would be a shift from the event's historic September timing, so confirm the dates and venue on the official channels before making travel plans.
Recent editions have been held at the Valverde Eco Hotel near Johannesburg; the 2026 venue has not been separately confirmed.
South Afrifur holds a unique place in the global fandom: it is the furry convention for an entire continent, the central gathering point for South Africa's community and the wider region. It's an intimate, community-run event, a few hundred attendees rather than thousands, with a longstanding charitable streak, having raised funds for causes such as Husky Rescue Johannesburg. For anyone in or visiting southern Africa, it is the furry date on the calendar.
By air: Johannesburg is served by O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), the busiest airport in Africa, with extensive international connections; Lanseria International (HLA) is a smaller alternative closer to the Muldersdrift area.
By car: Recent editions have been held northwest of Johannesburg in the Muldersdrift/Lanseria area; a car or arranged transport is the most practical way to reach an out-of-town resort venue.
Curated stays near Johannesburg, South Africa.
Recent South Afrifur editions have used a resort hotel (the Valverde Eco Hotel) near Johannesburg, where on-site lodging is part of the experience. Because the venue can change year to year and the 2026 location is not yet confirmed, check the official site for the host venue and any room block before booking.
The modern South Afrifur was revived in 2017, with its first edition drawing around 28 attendees. It has grown over the following years, roughly 125 attendees by 2024, and built a track record of supporting local animal charities, including Husky Rescue Johannesburg. Detailed per-year themes and totals are not consistently published on readable official channels.
Historical data and growth track record
| Year | Dates | Theme | Attendance | Charity Raised | Guest(s) of Honor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2027 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
2026 | Aug 7-10 | Claws & Order | TBA | TBA | None Announced |
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