We want you to leave our beautiful region with nothing but happy memories. To ensure a pleasurable trip, please keep in mind a few precautions that you can employ on all your travels across the world: Avoid walking in deserted and dark places at night. Never allow strangers to assist you in any way when
South Africa has 11 official languages. English, Afrikaans and Xhosa are widely spoken in Cape Town.
Most major international credit cards are accepted in South Africa, including Mastercard and Visa. Although widely accepted, American Express and Diners Club sometimes may not be accepted. ATMs are widespread and most will allow visitors to withdraw money in Rands directly from bank or credit cards. Many banks, to reduce fraudulent transactions, may block your
The Rand (ZAR) is the official currency unit in South Africa. Currency converter: www.xe.com/currencyconverter
South Africa has a well-developed communication infrastructure and offers national coverage for mobile calls and Wi-Fi coverage. Local sim cards can be purchased at the MTN and Vodacom stores located at the arrival halls at Cape Town International Airport. Free Wi-Fi is available at the conference venue, and at some public spaces, hotels, shopping centres
With some exceptions, South Africa unfortunately does not have a safe and reliable public transport system. If this is your first time visiting Cape Town, we advise that you book an airport transfer to your accommodation. Popular riding apps such as Uber and Bolt are also commonly used. If you prefer, you can rent a
Click here for everything you need to know about South Africa’s entry requirements. Please note that visa applications can take up to 3 months, depending on the local consulate/embassy in your region. To locate your nearest embassy or consulate, please visit the Official Department of Home Affairs website.
