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South AfricaPretoria · English / Zulu / Afrikaans

Population 64,747,319 · Currency South African rand · GDP/cap $6,598

South Africa hosts 2 covered cities. Median broadband 46 Mbps; public-estimate QoL 148.7; remote-work visa: Official digital-nomad visa (introduced by the 2024 immigration amendment). Sources per item (World Bank/UNDP/open data & public estimates), updated 2026-10-03.

Peace index

#122IEP 2024 · 2.36
Source: IEP Global Peace Index (hand snapshot)

HDI

0.717
Source: UNDP HDR (hand snapshot)

CPI

41/100
Source: Transparency International (hand snapshot)

Quality of life

148.7
Source: public statistical estimate · QoL index

Top tax rate

45% top rate
Source: hand snapshot · consult a tax professional

Snapshot date

2026-10-03
Per-field sources on the methodology page

FAQ

Do Chinese passport holders need a visa for South Africa?

Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are required to obtain a visa (Visa required in advance). Verify with official channels.

Does South Africa offer a digital nomad visa?

Official digital-nomad visa (introduced by the 2024 immigration amendment); digital-nomad friendliness: not documented.

How fast is the internet in South Africa?

Median fixed broadband is ~46 Mbps (public statistical estimate).

Is South Africa safe?

public-estimate safety 25.5/100. Global Peace Index rank #122 (IEP 2024).

Covered cities (4)

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