Johannesburg

South Africa • Africa

City of Gold

Overview

TypeCity

Best SeasonApr–May, Sep–Oct

CountrySouth Africa

LanguageEnglish, Zulu, Afrikaans, and 8 others

RegionAfrica

👋 Greetings

Handshakes are common. In some cultures, a three-part handshake is used. Ubuntu philosophy emphasizes community and respect. Greet everyone individually.

🍽️ Dining

Braai (barbecue) is a national tradition - bring your own meat and drinks. Meals are social occasions. Try local dishes like bobotie and biltong.

👔 Dress Code

Casual and practical. Smart casual for restaurants. Sun protection is essential. Safari lodges have neutral color dress codes.

🚫 Things to Avoid

•Discussing race relations casually
•Apartheid jokes
•Flaunting wealth in townships
•Not acknowledging service staff
•Being dismissive of local customs

💡 Did You Know?

South Africa has 11 official languages

Table Mountain is one of the oldest mountains in the world

South Africa has the third-highest biodiversity in the world

The first human heart transplant was performed in Cape Town

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