Istoko Admin

March 02, 2025

Last updated March 02, 2025

Looking for something exciting to do right now? Istoko’s Hangouts feature is transforming the way people in South Africa and beyond meet up and make new connections. Whether you're looking for a spontaneous coffee break in Cape Town, an evening drink in Johannesburg, or a fun hangout after a workout in Durban, Istoko brings people together in real-time like never before.

Story of Connecting Over Coffee

Imagine this scenario: You're in Durban and feeling like grabbing a coffee. You open Istoko, and right there, you see a hangout posted by Thuli—she's having coffee at Bean Tree Café in Umhlanga and is open to new company. With just a click, you can send a request to join her! It's that easy. No need to wait for an invite, no awkward conversations—just real-time connections with like-minded people.

Now, picture yourself in Johannesburg—let's say it's Friday night, and you're looking to find people to join you for drinks. You open Istoko, scroll through the Hangouts feed, and you spot a group of people meeting at The Living Room in Maboneng. You click, request to join, and voilà—you've got a Friday night plan without any hassle!

Here’s why Istoko Hangouts is different from other social platforms:

Real-Time Notifications: You’ll never miss out on the best spontaneous meetups happening around you. Get notified when a hangout is posted near your location.
Location-Based: Whether you’re in Pretoria or Cape Town, Istoko uses your location to show you hangouts in real-time. Only see events relevant to your area!
Casual & Fun: No formalities—just casual meetups for coffee, drinks, gym sessions, or even a Netflix binge. You can quickly find people with similar interests, ready to connect.
Instant Connections: Join hangouts in seconds—no need to wait for long approval times. If you're available, just request to join!

For example, in Cape Town, John was able to join a fun weekend beach volleyball game at Camps Bay because he spotted a hangout on Istoko just as he was passing by. In Joburg, Sarah found a last-minute group to watch the World Cup Final at a local pub through a hangout she found on Istoko, all while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Braamfontein.

So, how does it work?

It’s simple. Open the app, check out the Hangouts feed, and request to join a hangout that catches your eye. Whether you’re in Durban, Pretoria, or Johannesburg, you’ll be able to find events near you in real-time, meeting like-minded people who are up for spontaneous adventures.

Get Started:

Ready to experience the new way to meet people? Don’t miss out on spontaneous hangouts happening in your city. Visit Istoko.co.za to sign up now and start connecting with people near you!