r/southafrica

Hi everyone! I am getting married next year and looking for good quality wines (that people who are wine drinkers will actually drink) with the following qualities:

- Red and white

- Locally made (in SA)

- Nice to drink (no crackling or tall horse please)

- Has an animal on the label

- We would prefer to stick to midrange (Under R110 to buy in bulk) UNLESS it gives to a worthy cause too, in which case we can justify a small additional spend.

For context, the most affordable wines supplied by our venue are around R170-R180 a bottle and corkage is R60 per bottle.

We will be doing Miss Molly for sparkling wine and so far have seen Painted Wolf.

Would love some advice please as my fiance is a non-drinker and I don't drink much at all. If anyone can recommend platforms to keep an eye on other than One Day Only, I would sincerely appreciate that too.

Thank you!

As a South African, I often see people asking whether it’s safe to visit South Africa.
The answer is the same as many countries: be aware, use common sense, and know where you’re going.

South Africa is one of the most beautiful and diverse places on earth. From safaris and mountains to vineyards, beaches, and vibrant cities, there’s something for everyone. Millions of tourists visit every year and have an incredible experience.

A few practical tips:
• Use Uber or reputable transport services, especially at night.
• Stay in well reviewed accommodation and established tourist areas.
• Keep valuables out of sight and avoid displaying expensive jewelry or electronics.
• Carry a local SIM card so you always have data and navigation.
• Use ATMs inside malls or busy public areas.
• Trust your instincts. If a situation feels off, leave.
• When driving, research your route beforehand. The shortest route is not always the best route.
• Keep friends or family updated on your location when travelling.

Most importantly, don’t let headlines stop you from experiencing an amazing country. South Africans are some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet, and you’ll often find strangers willing to help when you need it.

My personal recommendations:
📍 Johannesburg: Sandton, Rosebank, Melrose Arch, Montecasino, Gold Reef City, and the Cradle of Humankind.
📍 Cape Town: Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront, Camps Bay, Constantia, Franschhoek, and the Cape Winelands.
📍 Safari: Welgevonden, Kruger, and the many incredible private game reserves across the country.
📍 KwaZulu-Natal: Oribi Gorge, Durban’s coastline, and the South Coast.

South Africa isn’t perfect, but it’s unforgettable.
I have definitely missed some incredible stops so please feel free to add.

Good Day Everyone, I hope y'all good

For frequent flyers, as opposed to me who's never travelled RSA before.

What, When & How to attain the best prices/experience when it comes to booking flights for JHB? A friend of mine will be graduating there in 2 months' time (September) and I'm hoping to assist her with her travelling plans

I'm not sure as of yet as to how long she'll be there but let's assume 3 days: Tuesday - Thursday

How much should one budget for when it comes to flights and stays (ain't tryna break da bank fr)

- Cheapest flights lmao, I've heard people were able to grab them at under R1K for a plane ticket
- Hotels n Stay etc we can always figure that out as well, after working out flight prices I figure

* Open to all feedback and advice 🙏🏼

Edit: LMAO, forgot a couple things - flying from Cape Town and my VPN must be listed in the UK, we're Capetonians 🙈

Hi everyone!

I’m a female in my early twenties and currently living in Cape Town. I work remotely and I’m doing well career-wise but, lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my long-term future. I don’t know whether this is an early twenties life crisis or what but here it goes.

One of my biggest life goals is to own a home in a few years, God willing by around the time I’m 30. I’m chronically single right now but my relationship status by that time doesn’t really change that goal - I want to own property regardless. I don’t plan on having children, so this is more about building the life I want than buying a family home.

The problem is… Cape Town.

As much as I love living here, we are all aware that property prices are becoming increasingly difficult to justify. When I think about the kind of home I’d like, it feels almost unattainable on a single income.
I’m not looking for anything extravagant. Ideally I’d like:
- A stand-alone house (or possibly a standalone home within an estate);
- 2–3 bedrooms;
- 1-2 bathrooms;
- A decent-sized garden/backyard;
- Maybe even a small pool if I’m lucky.

The lifestyle I’m after is probably more important than the house itself. I want a quiet, leafy, suburban area where I can go for morning runs and evening walks, with lots of greenery and a real neighbourhood feel. I don’t mind driving to work or other places, so I don’t need to live in the CBD.

Anywho, I’ve started looking at Johannesburg suburbs like Linden, Blairgowrie, Parkhurst, Greenside, Parkview and similar areas, and they seem much closer to what I’m looking for than Cape Town at a much, much higher price point. Of course, there are other areas like the Midlands or the south coast of KZN but I think Johannesburg might be the better option overall? Buying an affordable house there would be great but then I actually have to live there lol, which I don’t think I want to do.

My question is:

Would it be sensible to start planning a move to Johannesburg over the next few years purely because it aligns better with my long-term financial and lifestyle goals? My thinking is that I obviously wouldn’t buy immediately. I’d rent first, spend time getting to know different suburbs and only buy once I was certain I wanted to stay there.

Has anyone here made a similar move from Cape Town to Johannesburg (or another city) primarily because of affordability and quality of life? I’m also curious whether anyone deliberately relocated to improve their chances of buying property rather than because of a specific job opportunity?

If so:
Do you regret it?
How long did you rent before buying?
Which suburbs would you recommend for someone looking for a peaceful, green, suburban lifestyle?
Are there things you wish you’d known before making the move?

I’d really appreciate hearing from people who’ve been in a similar position.

Thanks! <3

I was standing in a mall food court area one random afternoon. A guy approached me. Looked a little shy but in the moment brave enough to approach. He asked if I needed data, And I said no, then he walked away. I have never been asked that by stranger at the mall so I wanted to understand if this is a new scam these days to get someone’s personal information, or does he genuinely walk around selling data or was he finding a way to ask me out without being obvious.
For context I’m male, with stern antisocial look, not visibly queer but my body language and posture, mannerisms may give it away.

So I know there are many run clubs in Gqeberha and im NOT looking to join one🤣 I just want to make friends with people that run, like individuals- someone I can text and be like "wanna run tomorrow morning and grab coffee afterwards "😭✋️ or go to different races together

If you're into running or hiking or whatever im keen to chat/be friends!

24F here so if you're in that age range and it would also be great if you are a woman.

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Has this service fee replaced the gratuity that wasn’t duly given to employees?
I’ve been a long time patron of this restaurant.
At the Waterfront branch, they hurry you so much. Literally pick up your plates while you’re still finishing up your food.

I need a better seafood restaurant recommendation.

I’ve been trying to climb in this game and I just cannot, the servers are Saudi so no one speaks English. I’m bronze but stg not that bad , any PC players want to try and climb ? I’m getting JUS with this stupid game.