Major Cities & Regions
Cape Town - Legislative capital, tourism hub, wine regions, Mediterranean climate Best for: Lifestyle, tourism, wine industry, scenic beauty
Johannesburg - Economic capital, financial center, mining hub, business opportunities Best for: Business, finance, mining, urban lifestyle
Durban - Port city, industrial center, Indian Ocean coast, subtropical climate Best for: Manufacturing, shipping, beach lifestyle, Indian culture
Pretoria - Administrative capital, government center, academic institutions Best for: Government work, education, diplomatic community
Port Elizabeth - Automotive hub, industrial center, coastal location Best for: Manufacturing, automotive industry, coastal living
Cost of Living (Monthly) - 1-bedroom apartment (Cape Town): $400-800 - 3-bedroom house with security: $800-2,000 - Local meals: $3-8 | Restaurant meals: $10-25 - Transportation: $100-200 | Utilities: $80-150 - International school: $5,000-15,000/year - Domestic help: $150-300/month
Practical Information - Currency: South African Rand (ZAR) - Languages: 11 official languages (English, Afrikaans, Zulu, etc.) - Climate: Diverse - Mediterranean to subtropical - Time Zone: SAST (GMT+2) - Electricity: 230V, unique plug type - Internet: Excellent fiber infrastructure in cities