semigration

noun

1. (South-Africa, uncountable)The movement of a person or persons within the same country or national region, for the purpose of permanent relocation of residence.

   “Semigration – where South Africans move between provinces - has overtaken emigration as a key driver for house sales in SA's largest metros, according to property data compiled by FNB.”

   “Semigration to The Western Cape has become a South African trend and the reasons are all accumulating with a big momentum shift starting during Covid.”