Africa
South Africa
Safaris, Table Mountain, wine valleys and wild coasts. Say sawubona or hello, and enjoy the rainbow nation!
- Local time
- 20:44
- Currency
- ZAR
- Calling code
- +27
- Capital
- Pretoria
- Languages spoken
- AF, English, NR, NSO, ST, SS, TN, TS, VE, XH, ZU
Respect & manners
- Use registered taxis or ride apps, especially at night.
- Don't show expensive phones, cameras or jewellery in the street.
- Tipping is expected: about 10–15% in restaurants, and small tips for car guards and petrol attendants.
- South Africa has 12 official languages: a few words in the local one are appreciated.
- Drive on the left, and never stop in remote areas at night.
- Respect people's privacy in townships: visit with a local guide.
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