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Is It Safe To Travel To South Africa?

As someone that has lived and traveled all throughout South Africa, this is the number one question I get from friends and family: Is South Africa safe? Is it as dangerous as they say it is in the media? If it isn’t, why is the crime rate so high? Will I be safe as a solo traveler in South Africa? While most people just needed some quick clarifications from me, others just couldn’t shake off their media driven opinions. The answer is not so white and black (no pun intended), and there’s a big difference between cities like Johannesburg vs Cape Town vs the Garden Route.

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What a view on Lion’s Head

Hopefully once you’ve read this, you’ll have a better understanding of the country. If/Once you’re ready to plan a trip to the country, be sure to read my perfect travel itinerary for South Africa!

Context and History of South Africa Safety


For many first time visitors to South Africa, often images of violent protests, police brutality, and systemic racism are what is conjured up. This is obviously Apartheid, a dark and shameful past that South Africans nowadays try and forget. That was also 20 years ago and things have changed drastically. There is still protests, racism, and the lot but like most societies nowadays, the protests are not violent and racism is not openly expressed like it was before. This isn’t saying there are no racial problems left in SA. Quite the contrary actually as the different races still largely keep to themselves.

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Apartheid Museum

 

South Africa Crime By the Numbers


High crime and murder rates has earned South Africa the reputation as being a dangerous destination. South Africa is a place of vast wealth and even more vast poverty. It has the worst income disparity in the world and in my opinion, the most visible. South Africa is a very first world in parts, and third world in others country. The contrast is incredibly polarizing that I sometimes had a hard time accepting it. 

Because there are so many unprivileged people that haven’t been able to/given the opportunity to shake off the effects of Apartheid, and like anywhere else in the world, many resort to crime. Most of the time, this is petty burglary but others, it can involve home invasions, car jackings, or homocide. The truth of the matter is, if you’re walking down the streets of Cape Town or Sandton in Johannesburg, it’s just like any other NICE, first world city. The chances of something happening to you of course exists, but it’s not some society where you’re better off carrying a holster the entire time.

Most of the crime in SA happens within the townships, or the slums. As unfortunate as it is, these townships are the remnants of Apartheid and while most are considerably nicer than they were 20 years ago, the living conditions are still well behind that of South Africa’s main cities. 

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Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront area.

According to the 2014 homicide study by the UN, South Africa had a 31 deaths per 100,000 inhabitants ratio. This is quite high, no doubt, but it still ranks lower than Detroit (49), St Louis (33), Newark (33), and Honduras (169). Some of you may say, well you just picked some of the least desirable and most dangerous places in America.

Yes I did.

If a foreign friend of mine decided to visit America and decided to stay in Newark, I would simply say, stay in Manhattan instead. The SAME mentality can be applied to South Africa. It’s a damn big country after all with loads of different cities and just like any other country in the world, some parts are not so good, and some parts are totally fine.

Meanwhile, the township of Alexandra 20 minutes next door . . .
As nice as South Africa is, the stark, and sometimes forgotten reality is that most people still live like this.

Why South Africa is more safe than the Media says


As you can see from the crime stats above, there is certainly crime in South Africa, but it is concentrated in certain parts of the country and largely the townships.

As someone that lived in South Africa, I won’t deny that crime doesn’t occur outside of the townships as well. Within days of arriving in the country, I had heard so many stories from colleagues about someone had guns pointed at them, cars jacked, houses robbed etc. that I was questioning my decision of moving to the country.

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Casual weekend lunch out in Parkhurst, Johannesburg

In short, after living in SA for almost two years, I never once experienced anything even close to resembling the experiences that had frightened me to begin with. Now I’m not trying to downplay any of those people’s experiences, but it’s not the wild wild west where I’m in constant fear of having to grab my gun holster.

Delaire Graff
Once you get over your fears, look how amazing this place in Stellenbosch is!

Similarly to what I wrote about is Egypt safe? Everyone is so friendly here. Perhaps it is because I was a foreigner and everyone went out of their way to showcase their country to me but I think that’s just how the people are.  I lived here long enough to see the day to day life as well, and it’s every bit as good as I thought.

There are of course problems in South Africa too

Now, there are still huge problems in South Africa like widespread unemployment, a corrupt government, racial tensions, and general dissatisfaction with the direction of the country. But where is that NOT a problem these days? Even in good old America, the facts I just listed are the reason why Donald Trump has stormed through the country garnering scary amounts of support. There have been more protests these days because of the government mismanaging the country, which has led to major economic woes and the rand (SA’s currency) becoming more worthless by the day (good for tourists!).

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Hanging out for some day drinks in Soweto at the Orlando Towers.

So let’s keep it very clear that South Africa isn’t some civil war prone, guns blazing, anarchistic place. I think people focus TOO MUCH on that one headline the media presents and because it’s a developing nation in Africa, people automatically assume whatever the media says is true. The important thing to keep in mind is that as a tourist, you’ll likely never be exposed to the problems of the country unless you really want to be. You’re more focused on drinking wine, seeing the beautiful landscapes, and frantically searching for the big 5.

But you’re a tourist, not a local

As a tourist, your main intentions visiting South Africa is likely to go see some animals, and visit Cape Town/Garden Route. For those going on safari, you’re getting picked up from the airport and driven straight to Kruger National Park. The biggest threat to your safety here are rogue leopards, and baboons stealing your raiding your campsite.

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Beautiful beach views from Maidens Cove overlooking Camps Bay, also one of the most expensive neighborhoods in South Africa

There’s crime everywhere, South Africa is no different


There’s danger in ALL parts of the world, no matter how first world, safe, or familiar it seems. Just because South Africa is a third world country, and well, in Africa, does not make it a bastion of crime and violence. So while I’m not saying that you won’t experience any crime while in South Africa, I am trying to say do not let your unfounded, media-driven fears of South Africa put you off from a visit just because you think it might be so much more dangerous than other places. If anything, the media should stop saying South Africa is dangerous and focus on which parts receive all of its crime.

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Lions Head at sunset

By that logic, it’s the same as me saying there’s 10x more gun deaths in America than other developed nations, so it’s not safe to visit America and you’re better off going to Europe.

  1. South Africa, like every other country in the world, has pockets you probably should think twice about visiting. But as a tourist, visiting SA to do touristy things, are you really going out of your way to see those places? Nevertheless, if you can get past your fears, then I highly recommend visits to the townships, as some of my most memorable moments were had there, but I understand it’s not everyone!
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Visiting the Orlando Towers in Soweto is ALWAYS a good time with live music, drinks, good company and a bungy jump.

Questions and Answers


So to sum it up.

Is South Africa too dangerous to travel?

No.

Is there danger to be had? Is South Africa safe?

Yes definitely, but it is much more concentrated in certain parts. Also, tell me a developing country that doesn’t have any dangerous areas?

Are there precautions I need to take?

Yes, you should be more vigilant and know where you’re going. There are many issues that the local people face and it seems like these problems will increase in the coming years as long as the ANC government stays in power. The Xenophobic attacks in 2015 were a good example of this as the high unemployment rate has caused so many South Africans to be displeased that they ended up blaming foreigners and attacked them. However, almost all these attacks were directed to Africans from other nations in the Townships. So unless you’re actively trying to participate in such an event, you won’t be caught in the crossfire.

Also, just use common sense.

Is South Africa Safe for White people?

Yes, I’ve been asked this question many times. It’s a funny question because while I understand their concerns, having lived in South Africa, it is still very much dominated by white people financially. While the population is only 10% white, where you as a tourist will most likely visit, is at least 50% white. Cape Town, and the towns along the Garden Route are overwhelmingly white. This is not to say that just because they are not predominately black, it is safe, but rather don’t ask stupid questions :).

Common Sense Prevails in South Africa


For most, just using a bit of common sense is all you need to travel safe in South Africa. Perhaps it’s not as carefree as traveling through Southeast Asia or Europe, but it’s not like you’re traveling through some war torn part of the world run by terrorist groups.

Think twice about walking at night

Depending on where you are, walking at night is not the most advisable. In Cape Town, it’s completely fine as I had many drunks nights stumbling around the city trying to find a cab. However, there are certain parts that are seedy. If it feels a bit off, then it probably is.

Don’t flash the cash

Let’s be honest, this in no way only applies to traveling through South Africa. Any country where you’re flashing around too much cash means you’re more of a target.

Plan where you’re going

Because of how South Africa was designed back during Apartheid days, a tourist cannot just stumble into the townships. Townships were designed to be far out of the main cities that you really need to actually put the coordinates into your GPS, or tell the cab driver to drive the 30 minutes out to them. Nevertheless, a visitor should take steps to research and understand where they’re going.

Solo Female Travelers

South Africa is not the Middle East, not that the Middle East is dangerous either.Solo female travelers don’t need to do anything extra compared to their male counterparts except the usual precautions they would take traveling through any country.

How about Malaria in South Africa?


There is little risk of Malaria in South Africa. Whatever risks do exist, is concentrated in the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces (where the Kruger National Park is). For more details, read here.

Visiting South Africa


Now that you have read this and finally understand that South Africa is not as dangerous as it seems, there are SO many places to go in this country. Whether it is a safari in the Kruger National Park, a roadtrip along the Garden Route, diving in Sodwana Bay, hiking in the Drakensberg, or drinking wine in Stellenbosch, there’s so much to do. My friends whose honeymoon I planned to South Africa, also clearly did not find South Africa to be a dangerous place!

I would love to hear opinions by any locals or travelers that have visited the Rainbow nation! Please leave a comment below.

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  1. I think there’s crime everywhere, just as you rightly pointed out—and South Africa is no exception. South Africa is arguably safe to visit. Thanks for sharing.

    • Wow!!! You sound like the typical racially oblivious white chick who never has to check her white privilege at the door. I tire of people like you who wander aimlessly into colonized countries, marveling at the civilized oppressed. South Africa is and always will be the land that belongs to Black people, not the white colonizers who continue to drain resources from the land and people. It is so sad that in the quest to “educate” yourself, that you minimize the pain and oppression of South Africa’s indigenous Black people!!!

  2. So glad I chanced upon your article, Johnny! I’m thinking about a dive trip to Mango Beach Lodge in Mozambique, (Inhambane & Tofo. ) I would be flying from Atlanta to Johannesburg and anticipate an overnight layover there. Could you recommend a hotel close to the airport and other tips since I will be a solo female traveler?

    The following day I will fly from Johannesburg to Inhambane where I’ll be met by the resort van. What are your thoughts about this itinerary?

    • Hey this sounds great! I think you’ll love it in Mozambique. What time of year are you diving though? It’s very seasonable in Mozambique. As for hotels, I’d recommend the OR Tambo Premier Hotel for just overnight stays. It is nearby and everything works perfect.

  3. Hi! I am so relieved to see your post! Hugs.

    Anyway.. we need your advice! We are going to SA for 2 weeks. We will go in November 2018. Cape Town, Garden Route and Johannesburg are our mains. We really want to hit the casino at night as we will be with our tour group throughout the day. We are 4 women. What would be the best way to travel? And how expensive is conveyance in SA? Really need your help!

    Thanks.

    • Hi there! Are you talking about getting around whichever town you are in at night with your tour group? If so, there is uber all over the main towns now so it’s easy to just call ubers in Cape Town, Joburg and Port Elizabeth for very cheap. Other small towns in the garden route won’t have it but there are cabs readily available. Hope that helps!

  4. Great article, thanks for the tips! Indeed, South Africa has some of the most stunning landscapes on earth and is the perfect spot for an adventure! Unfortunately, the country is also tainted by violent crime and scams.

    Do be wary of the pickpocketing, robberies, muggings, fake tour guides, beach thefts, drink spiking, currency switcheroo, tourist prices, car pull over scam, fake airport taxi drivers, luggage theft, bogus airport employees, carjacking, car crash scams, smash and grab, ATM scams, fake police, corrupt police and many more!

  5. Great write up! I’ve traveled to South Africa three times and while I didn’t consider it dangerous, I felt more easy in other African countries. According to this ranking, South Africa scores 38th out of 54 countries in Africa in terms of safety: https://197travelstamps.com/safest-countries-in-africa/#Overview_of_the_safest_countries_in_Africa_2018_ranked_by_their_safety_score
    Whenever I travel to a rather unknown country in Africa, people ask me if I am crazy but nobody would question a trip to South Africa, even though it is more dangerous in most cases. I wouldn’t tell anybody not to travel to South Africa (as you also stated) but I do think other places with worse reputations in Africa are much safer.

    • Hey Mike, I totally can agree to that! I also found that about my experiences traveling around other African countries. It’s funny how the places that are least developed are by default considered more dangerous.

  6. Hey Johnny! Would you mind emailing me? I’m going to Durban at the end of June and have a few questions – loved your blog, thanks!

  7. Great Post, its so refreahing to see yourself and many native South Africans dismissing South africa as a very dangerous country, every country has dangers and criminals Christ England have atleast 1 murder a day now. Id love to go South Africa next year for ky 21st birthday it oooms amazing especially Durban!

    • Yes exactly! Every place has its dangers and people that are scared because someone else told them so are the types that will never travel.

      • I’m a South African living in Canada ,I do however return to SA to visit family annually . Personally I feel that a tourist should stay away from downtown Johannesburg. Whether day or night . Another tidbit of trivia is that there are more shootings in JHB in a week than in Chicago in a year .

        • Agreed! When I lived in Joburg, I went to the CBD a total of zero times. The closest i would get to the CBd is the Maboneng area which is gentrified fast.

  8. Hello! I really enjoyed reading this as it was refreshing among many of the reviews out there.
    Do you mind emailing me? I am planning on travelling this Summer and would love to hear some insight from you!

  9. Just stumbled upon this awesome article and blog. I was wondering how does South Africa see people from Asian ethnicity backgrounds? I’m thinking of doing some traveling in 2018 to South Africa and this blog is awesome to get some information. Also, how does one make an income while traveling?

    • Hi Tam! I was there for 2 years and I’m Asian :).

      Obviously living there and being a tourist are different things but I suspect there’s nothing out of the ordinary being Asian. Most people will just assume you’re Chinese even if you’re Korean, Japanese, Viet, or American.

      Living in Johannesburg, there’s a lot of business investment coming from China so most people naturally thought I was super rich, which was great when I went into the Audi dealership and test drove the R8 because I looked like the type to buy one!

      • Hi Johnny! Thanks for the reply! I was wondering how were you able to support your finances traveling? Did you just save up from work and traveled? Or maybe started your own business?

        • Ha, I wish I was one of the big bloggers! Unfortunately, I just work and save up to travel. I also travel hack regularly with credit cards that you can read about. If you live in the US, then it is pretty easy to do what I do!

  10. Reading your write is very comforting. We are planning a trip to SA. The idea is to arrive in Johannesburg. Hire a car then drive up to Kasane, Botswana and visit Vic Falls ( this by organised tour from Kasane). Follow that by returning to Johannesburg via Kruger Park. We have been planning this over quite a period. Our trouble that recently (on telling others of our plans) people have told us that is very dangerous and should reconsider and go elsewhere. Your explanation has put our plan back into our thoughts once again.

    • Hi Pete, glad to hear that you guys are still visiting SA! Next time someone tells you it’s so absolutely dangerous, ask them have they even been to South Africa 🙂

  11. Hey! I am planning to visit my girlfriend and her family over the holidays in South Africa, Johannesburg, as i have received an invite from them not long ago. I am 17 years old so still quite young, but would be very keen for this adventure. I have done tonnes of research and it doesn’t seem to be an overly unsafe place to visit, especially if traveling with a local family. My parents are still uneasy about letting me go, so i am trying to find ways through which i can convince them.
    My question is, would you say that it would be relatively safe for me to go ahead with my plans? They live in Pretoria, one of the “safe” parts, as far as i know. I would be staying with them for the whole time, and wouldn’t leave without their supervision.
    Looking forward to hearing from you,
    Tomi

    • Hey Tomi, if you’re staying with family that live in Pretoria, that sounds like it’ll be a good time. There’s probably not much that will change your parents mind. They’ve already formed their opinions from reading the news and whatever the media tells them unfortunately. You are very young so I don’t blame them. Nevertheless, remind them that crime in South Africa is very concentrated to specific areas.

      My sister came and visited me when she was 15 (with my dad as well) and at no point was I concerned for them. So I think your current plan is totally fine and you’ll love it! Hopefully you’ll get to go see some of the game reserves in the Limpopo area while you’re there.

  12. south africa is not tourist friendly. read forums and news comments its absolutely racist. while not all but some black people are intolerant of other races. racism still exists just that now its in reverse. so be wary and careful dont wander off on the streets after dark avoid walking the central areas as chances of mugging coupled with you getting stabbed are high

    • I’d have to disagree. Sure there are some people that are intolerant of other races but that exists in EVERY country. We just had a Nazi rally in the USA and the president said there are some good people on that side. Does that mean the US is not tourist friendly? Probably not in some parts, but that doesn’t mean the whole country is. I’m not saying SA is the perfect place, but you’re making it seem like a racist cesspool which it is not.

    • As a (white) South African having lived in Johannesburg my whole life, I can say this is definitely not true. I have rarely ever in my 32 years in SA had a black person act in a racist way towards me despite our apartheid history and the continuous inequality and white privilege.

      People in SA are super awesome, friendly and warm. That goes for all races. Yes there are a couple of racist nuts- mostly white people with small mindsets who are still living in the past. I agree with the sentiment of don’t wander around the streets in the dark, but that goes for many places in the world and it has nothing to do with race.

      PS. Statistically the people who suffer the most from violent crime in SA are actually black men living in poor areas.

  13. We read your blog before our family set off for a two week holiday in Cape Town . I can honestly say it was one of the best experiences of our lives .
    I agree with everything you’ve advised on safety . I actually feel less safe in Piccadilly Gardens in my home town Manchester than at any point during our trip . Although I don’t want to downplay the crime issues and inequality .

    The only thing that sent me under was the huge gulf between rich & poor . It’s so stark and really upset my kids as they wanted to help .

    I said we can help by visiting and spending money in the hope that some of it goes back by way of investment .

    I have never met happier people , seen greater sites & eaten food as good as we’ve eaten ever .

    Chapman’s Peak was a highlight for me but too many .

    I only hope one day I can return and visit Joburg & Kruger . It was wonderful .

    • Hi Tracy, I’m glad you agree! I don’t want to downplay the crime in the country either, but I think most people just hear something negative on the news about a place they dont’ understand, and assume it’s the case for the entire country.

      I definitely agree with you on the income disparity. That really got to me after living in South Africa for a few years. It’s unlike anything I’ve experienced before. What’s worse is people are still so nice and happy, almost as if they know they’ve been dealt a bad hand in life but just go with it knowing that complaining isn’t going to change anything.

      I’m happy your kids noticed it too. It will make them better people as they grow up and understand the privilege they’ve been born into and realize if these people could be so happy with so little, then so can I!

  14. Hello Johnny,

    Just stumbled at your blog, and man this is amazing! I will be planning to be in SA in a month, so I will be looking through all your posts! 😛

    One question though, I have a question for JNB airport – If I have a domestic ticket (with SA domestic), can I go in and walk my mom to her gate (with Cathay international) to watch her board the plane and I then go off to my domestic gate?

    I tried to search online but it seems a bit confusing – the same building, but not sure if they really connected. Please advise. Thanks a bunch!

    Wesley

    • Hey Wesley, there are two terminals in OR Tambo. One is for all domestic flights, and the other is for international and they’re on opposite sides of the airport. They have separate security lines so sadly you won’t be able to walk your mom to her gate. Hope that helps and enjoy your time in South Africa!

  15. Im Saffa living in Mindanao Philippines…ignorant people talk lots a bull about here too, but it is very cool, swing by my place, Klub Safari anytime! Two of my Saffa mates got blown to bits in the Bali bombings, I was lucky to be not with them…

  16. Hi Johnny,

    Great Blog. As someone said, very objective!

    THE wife and I seem to ave some of the same goals as you – travel the world. Our idea is to lve a year or two at a time in a certain region, and use that as a base to go around. We’re currently in Bali, diving our asses off, and net stop (in a year) is probably S. Africa.

    We’re thinking live in Capetown if we can afford it, and go on exactly the trips you identified at the top of this page! We’ll have to read them carefully. We have ben to E. Africa and LOVED it, so we want MORE of AFRICA and S. Africa seemed to be the best place to settle in for a year or two. We are older now, in our 60’s, and age DOES make a BIG difference. We need high quality tourist accommodations for the most part.

    See you guys around! GREAT BLOG.

    – Bill & Emily

    • Hi Bill! Awesome that you guys are considering South Africa! And even more amazing to see that you guys are diving in Indonesia (my favorite place) and are in your 60s :). Make sure to go to Komodo before you leave as the diving there is far superior to Bali!

      As for SA, I think it might be the best place to live for someone that does not worry about money. By that I mean, someone who is comfortable living within their means because it is not an expensive place. Cape Town CAN be expensive if you like the finer things in life but for the most part, $2000 a month will sort you out just fine. If you get of CT a bit, to Hermanus or even Houts Bay, you can find even cheaper accommodations. Overall, I’ve always eyed SA as my retirement destination and I’m happy you’re considering it too!

  17. I am Asian married to a South African / American man. If not for him, I probably wouldn’t have discovered the beauty of this country. We drove from Johannesburg to Cape Town made frequent stops in small towns that was just simply breathtaking. We drove day in and out with no fear embedded in our minds. I believe you attract what you feel. Of course like you said, you need common sense while travelling in general. Each and every country has its share of good and bad neighborhood. I love the western cape, I dreamt of living there if given the chance. Alas, my husband might get a transfer before this year ends. We are nervous but more excited. My question to you is, how are Asians treated in SA ? Did you ever feel you don’t belong or treated differently? I was only there for a month and only had good experiences to share. I got stared at a lot in Pretoria but not in a mean way but more out of curiosity. I was more comfortable in Cape Town. Thank you for your unbiased blog.

    • Hi Kathleen, congrats on the potential move to SA! As you already know, it’s a wonderful place with endless amounts of things going on. As far as being Asian and living in SA, I was a bit worried at first but that dissipated quickly upon arrival. There’s actually a sizeable population of Chinese that immigrated to SA back in the days.

      I was a bit unsure when my GF visited me for the first time (she is white and American). That also quickly dissapated when we were out in the Sandton area. No one really noticed, and certainly nothing uncomfortable happened. We went to Pretoria as well to watch a blue bulls game with some friends and again, nothing. To be honest, and as bad as this might sound, it’s usually the white&black relationships that I think people take a second look at. As far as the country has come, black and white relationships hardly exist. Anyway, I think you’ll be fine wherever you’re at!

  18. I was planning a family cross country road trip in SA and came across your blog. I must commend you on your obejctivity in writing this blog. South Africa has its problems, no doubt, but as a local, your tips on how to stay safe resonate with what us locals do. Its not something you do conciously, its simple safety and common sense like you mention.

    It is a beautiful country with everything a tourist can ask for, wildlife, beaches, fantastic weather year round, nighlife, excellent restaurants, hotels, casinos, entertainment venues etc. I have travelled through many countries , but SA (to me) is still the best place…so I have decided to do mostly local holidays.

    • Thanks Vic! Appreciate the comments and I totally agree that SA is just such a beautiful country with endless things to do. Mandela even said the Western Cape was SA’s gift to the world :). I always found it interesting when I would talk to locals and they all dreamed to take trips to Europe and America, and I would respond saying I’ve been to all those places and South Africa (and Africa as a whole) is just so much more amazing. Of course, I todl them they should visit Europe and the US, but do not forget how special of a place you have at home!

  19. Thank you so much for writing about this. I’ve been debating about going to SA because I worried about going alone and not really knowing much about things there. Your blog has really helped, especially about travels to Botswana/Victoria Falls.

  20. Lovely post! I agree, as a native of South Africa, we have our fair share of problems here but every country has their own. I think you’re American? If so, lot of us South Africans think America has its fair share of problems too like gun massacres every month it seems and that guy named Donald Trump running for president. Almost feels us having less sad about having Zuma as our president.!

    • Yes, I am American, and yes you’re right there are lots of issues in this country too. However, I will say that our government isn’t on the same level of incompetency as South Africa’s, although some might disagree with me. At the very least, we have a president (currently) that can actually give a speech unlike Mr. Zuma! Also, yes Trump scares me and even more so the fact that so many people have voted for him. If he somehow wins, I think a long trip to South Africa awaits me 🙂

  21. Great write up! I been to South Africa solo and had a great experience. I wasn’t worried about the danger in particular but could see how other people would. I actually stayed in a hostel in Soweto for a few days and got to see much of the township. Even walked around at night and didn’t feel in danger at all. People were so friendly and I thought I’d get more stares than i did but not the case.

    • That’s awesome! I went to Soweto a handful of times (wish I went more) and wish I went to check out some other townships too. Had numerous opportunities to check out Alexandra but never got around to it and now I kind of regret it.

      Great to hear that you enjoyed SA so much as well!