General Country Information 🌍
In numbers… 📐
Weather ⛅
Language and Education 🔬
Well-being 💉
Safety 👮
Transportation ✈️
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $2.7 |
| Burger | $5 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $2 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $350/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $150/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $7/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $30/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 28% |
| Vat | 15% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $6300 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10-15% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10-15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 48.84/MBits |
| Tld | .za |
| Free wifi | 7/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 64.4% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 80% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type M, Type C |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sundays |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Takealot |
| Supermarket | Shoprite |
| Pharmacy | Clicks |
| Drugstore | Dis-Chem |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | Varies by location |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 8/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 7/10 |
| Public Parks | 8/10 |
| Swimming | 8/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Rugby |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Braai | A traditional South African barbecue that typically includes grilled meats, vegetables, and pap (maize porridge). | $10-$20 |
| Biltong | A dried, cured meat similar to jerky, made from beef, venison, or ostrich. | $10-$20 per pound |
| Bobotie | A Cape Malay dish made with minced meat, spices, and a creamy egg topping. | $10-$15 |
| Bunny chow | A hollowed-out loaf of bread filled with curry. | $5-$10 |
| Cape Malay curry | A flavorful curry dish with a blend of spices and often served with rice or roti. | $10-$15 |
| Chakalaka | A spicy relish made with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and carrots. | $5-$10 |
| Chutney | A sweet and savory condiment made with fruit, vegetables, and spices. | $5-$10 |
| Koeksisters | A twisted pastry made with flour, sugar, and spices. | $5-$10 |
| Malva pudding | A sweet pudding made with apricot jam and served with custard. | $5-$10 |
| Pap | A maize porridge that is a staple food in South Africa. | $5-$10 |
| Potjiekos | A traditional stew cooked in a three-legged cast iron pot over an open fire. | $10-$20 |
| Samoosas | Triangular pastries filled with meat, vegetables, or cheese. | $5-$10 |
| Sosaties | Grilled skewers of marinated meat. | $10-$15 |
| Umngqusho | A stew made with corn, beans, and pumpkin. | $5-$10 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Amarula Cream | A sweet, creamy liqueur made from the fruit of the marula tree | $10-$15 |
| Cape Velvet | A red wine-based cocktail with brandy, crème de cassis, and orange juice | $8-$12 |
| Carling Black Label | A popular South African lager beer | $2-$3 |
| Castle Milk Stout | A dark, creamy stout beer | $2-$3 |
| Cederberg Rooibos Tea | A caffeine-free herbal tea made from the leaves of the rooibos plant | $5-$7 |
| Drostdy-Hof Pinotage | A full-bodied red wine made from the pinotage grape | $12-$18 |
| Fleur du Cap Sauvignon Blanc | A crisp, refreshing white wine made from the sauvignon blanc grape | $10-$15 |
| KWV Brandy | A smooth, aged brandy made from grapes | $15-$25 |
| Nederburg Cabernet Sauvignon | A robust, full-flavored red wine made from the cabernet sauvignon grape | $12-$18 |
| Pinotage | A unique red wine made from a cross between pinot noir and cinsaut grapes | $10-$15 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Wire Car | A small, wire-frame car that is a popular souvenir in South Africa. | $10-$20 |
| Zulu Shield | A traditional Zulu shield made of cowhide and decorated with beads. | $50-$100 |
| African Mask | A carved wooden mask that is often used in traditional African ceremonies. | $20-$50 |
| Giraffe Figurine | A small, ceramic figurine of a giraffe. | $10-$20 |
| Springbok Skin | A tanned skin of a springbok, a type of antelope found in South Africa. | $100-$200 |
| Protea Flower | A dried protea flower, which is the national flower of South Africa. | $10-$20 |
| Rooibos Tea | A caffeine-free tea that is native to South Africa. | $10-$20 |
| Biltong | A dried, cured meat that is a popular snack in South Africa. | $10-$20 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | 1 January | Commemorates the start of a new year |
| Human Rights Day | 21 March | Commemorates the Sharpeville Massacre of 1960 |
| Good Friday | Varies | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Family Day | Varies | A day to celebrate family |
| Freedom Day | 27 April | Commemorates the first democratic elections in South Africa in 1994 |
| Workers’ Day | 1 May | Commemorates the struggles of workers for better working conditions |
| Youth Day | 16 June | Commemorates the Soweto Uprising of 1976 |
| National Women’s Day | 9 August | Commemorates the 1956 march of women to the Union Buildings in Pretoria |
| Heritage Day | 24 September | Celebrates the cultural diversity of South Africa |
| Day of Reconciliation | 16 December | Commemorates the end of apartheid |
| Christmas Day | 25 December | Commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Day of Goodwill | 26 December | A day to promote goodwill and peace |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Daily Sun |
| Online news | News24 |
| Tv | SABC 1 |
| Radio | Ukhozi FM |