Virtual Assistants Association of South Africa

Welcome to VAASA

9+ years Supporting South African Virtual Assistants

824+ Members and Growing

44+ Client Opportunities Shared in 2025

Since 2017 Building a Professional VA Community

The Virtual Assistants Association of South Africa is here to light up the Virtual Assistant scene in South Africa. We’re all about spreading the word, educating business owners, answering questions about running a VA business.

If you’d like to start your own VA business? We can help and guide you…

Do you already have an up and running VA business? Join our community and be part of the team.

Are you looking to contract a VA? Need extra help with tasks? We have a team of Virtual Assistants who can help you full-time , part-time or for a couple of hours.

I’m a VA

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Brand New VA

Starting your VA journey can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to do it alone.

VAASA can help you turn your skills into a professional VA business, with guidance, resources, training and a supportive community to help you take those first steps with confidence.

I’m a client

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Our VAs mean business

Our virtual assistants operate their own businesses and will take your work seriously. Their main goal is to run a successful remote business. They offer a wide range of services

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Experienced VA? Take Your Business Further

You’ve built the skills — now it’s time to build your business. Connect with like-minded professionals, expand your knowledge, strengthen your credibility and discover new opportunities through VAASA.

Grow your network. Elevate your business. Stay ahead.

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Our VAs mean business

Our virtual assistants operate their own businesses and will take your work seriously. Their main goal is to run a successful remote business. They offer a wide range of services

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Online Visibilty

Boost your visibility by showcasing your skills and experience with your online profile.

Let potential clients see what you bring to the table.

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Our VAs mean business

Our virtual assistants operate their own businesses and will take your work seriously. Their main goal is to run a successful remote business. They offer a wide range of services

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VA Coaching and Online Development Sessions

Unlocking your potential as the crème de la crème of Virtual Assistants requires a dynamic duo: expert guidance and top-tier coaching from industry gurus. Blend in those precious years of hands-on experience, and voilà, you’ve got yourself a recipe for virtual success!

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Locally Based & Vetted VAs

Embracing ‘Local is Lekker.’ We recognize the inherent strengths of South Africans, from their outstanding work ethic, precision, and agility to the pivotal role that native English and local languages play in elevating the success of your business.

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VA Cuppa's and Coffee Mornings

Meet other VAs share brilliant ideas and good and bad experiences with a crew of other passionate VAs who share your commitment to building their online businesses.

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Flexible & Accessible Support

Among the fundamental benefits of collaborating with a Virtual Assistant lies in the exceptional accessibility it affords. Through a range of platforms, you can engage in effective and efficient communication, ensuring seamless delivery of high-quality work.

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Processess and legal documents

When starting your new business, you need to have processes in place. We help you think through your processes from start to finish. In this dynamic industry, safeguarding your interests are imperative. Are your documents such as invoices, Welcome Packs and legal contracts in place? VAASA is your go-to guide for navigating this crucial terrain.

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Pay for the Time You Need

When engaging a Virtual Assistant on an hourly contract, you’re billed only for the actual hours worked. Even if you opt for a retainer arrangement, the ability to meticulously track every minute expended is one of the advantageous facets of partnering with Virtual Assistants.

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Access to jobs

In the world of Virtual Assistance, it’s all about that steady stream of billable hours or the security of rock-solid retainers. VAASA Premium Members enjoy exclusive access to all the jobs which come through our website. And the best part? We’re not here to take a slice of your hard-earned deals – no commission, no strings attached! The contract is between you and the client.

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No Employee-Related Costs

Collaborating with a Virtual Assistant simplifies the complexities associated with human resources management. Virtual Assistants provide a streamlined path to business growth, allowing you to expand without the accompanying burdens of HR, sick leave, or time-wasting distractions.

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VAASA membership logo

All VAASA members are entitled to showcase the ‘Member of VAASA’ logo on their respective websites, aligning themselves with the core values, conduct, and standards upheld by VAASA. This is a powerful tool for enhancing credibility and trustworthiness.

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Access to Qualified and Experienced Virtual Assistants

Virtual assistants, operating as independent contractors, offer multifaceted support to clients across diverse industries from remote locations, typically from their homes or offices. Their services encompass administrative, creative, and technical tasks.

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Every VAASA member commits to our Code of Conduct.

When a client chooses a VAASA member, they are choosing a Virtual Assistant who has committed to professional standards, integrity, confidentiality, accountability and ethical business practices.

Our Code of Conduct helps protect the reputation of our members, our clients and the Virtual Assistant profession.

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Freedom to focus

Reclaim your time and focus on what truly matters. Let your VA handle the time-consuming tasks while you concentrate on growing your business, spending time with family, or simply enjoying greater freedom.

Delegate more. Stress less. Achieve more.

LOOK FOR THE VAASA MEMBER LOGO

Choose a Virtual Assistant you can trust.

VAASA Members commit to our professional standards and Code of Conduct. When you see the VAASA Member Logo, you can have confidence that the Virtual Assistant has made a commitment to professional, ethical and responsible business practices.

LOOK FOR THE LOGO. CHOOSE WITH CONFIDENCE.

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I need help starting my VA Business

We believe that trust gets built with mutual respect and strong values. VAASA require our members to live by our Core Values professionally and personally. If you like what we do and want to know more

Benefits

Raising the awareness of this Association to Virtual Assistants based in South Africa and getting them to join the Association. If you like what we do and want to know more

VAASA

When you join VAASA you have a place to exchange ideas and meet like-minded professionals committed to excellence. If you like what we do and want to know more

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Support

All members agree to abide by our Code of Ethics and Core Values as a condition of membership. We aim to ensure comfort, trust and professionalism in the industry. If you like what we do and want to know more