Communications:
South Africa is widely connected for telephone,
cellphone and internet usage. Some remote areas however might
not have access to the mobile network.
VAT:
VAT is 14% on many goods. It can be reclaimed
by non residents on departure at the international airports.
Health:
Malaria - north and eastern areas of South
Africa
Bilharzia in the east and swimming in untreated water is dangerous.
Tick bite fever can be a problem
AIDS is prevalent throughout Southern Africa.
Electricity:
220 / 230 volts AC.
Water:
water is purified and safe to drink in most
cities, town and game reserves.
Visas:
EU, most Commonwealth countries and the USA
do not require visas. Visitors from other countries should
check with their local South African consulate.
Local Time:
GMT + 2 hours
NAMIBIA
About Namibia:
1,6 million population. Namibia is teeming
with wild animals and an abundance of scenic beauty found
nowhere else in the world. Reported as having some of the
clearest skies in the world.
Currency:
Namibian Dollar (N$) equals the South African
Rand. One can only use the SA Rand and Namibia Dollar in Namibia.
Foreign currency travellers cheques can be exchanged at most
banks. Major credit cards such as Master Card, Visa and Diners
are accepted throughout the country.
Climate:
Summer is October to April: average temperatures
from 20C to 34C
Along the coast: average temperatures from 15 to 25 C.
Rainy season from October through to April.
Communications:
Namibia is widely connected for telephone,
cellphone and internet usage. Some remote areas however might
not have access to the mobile, telephone and internet network.
VAT:
VAT is charged on many goods. It can be reclaimed
by non residents on departure at the international airports.
Health:
Namibia North malaria
Tick bite fever
AIDS is prevalent throughout Southern Africa.
Electricity:
220 / 240 volts AC. Outlets are of the round
3-pin, 15-amp type.
Water:
water is purified and safe to drink in most
cities, town and game reserves.
Visas:
Some European citizens need visas. Please
check with your local Namibian embassy.
Local Time :
GMT + 2 hour
Official Languages:
English is the official language. Afrikaans
and German are also spoken.
BOTSWANA
About Botswana:
1.5 million population, and an abundance
of wildlife. Large parts of the country have been designated
wildlife reserves.
Currency:
Pula.
Foreign currency travellers cheques can be
exchanged at most banks. Major credit cards are accepted in
most businesses.
Climate:
Summer: October to April- temperatures can
reach 40 C. December to February is the rainy season.
Winter: May to September – dry and warm to hot days
but expect cold nights.
Communications:
Namibia is widely connected for telephone,
cellphone and internet usage. Some remote areas however might
not have access to the mobile, telephone and internet network.
VAT:
VAT of 10% is charged on many goods. It can
be reclaimed by non residents on departure at the international
airports.
Health:
Malaria
Tick bite fever
AIDS is prevalent throughout Southern Africa.
Electricity:
230 volt A/C 50 hz, both square, round wall
plugs.
Water:
water is purified and safe to drink in most
cities. Boil water or drink bottled water outside urban areas.
Visas:
Visitors from the EU, most Commonwealth
countries and the USA do not require visas. Visitors from
other countries should check with their local Botswana consulate.
Local Time:
GMT + 2 hours
Official Language :
English and Setswana
MOZAMBIQUE
About Mozambique:
2,500 km long coastline excellent for fishing
and diving. Total population is 16 million. Civil war almost
destroyed this beautifull country years ago. But it is now
emerging as a fantastic destination for travellers seeking
culture and scenic beauty.
Currency:
Metical (Mt). Foreign currency travelers
cheques can be exchanged at most banks. Major credit cards
are accepted in most businesses.
Climate:
Winter: October to April temperatures averaging
24° to 27° C on the coast and cooler inland.
Summer: November to March –the rainy season with average
temperatures ranging from 27° to 31°.
Communications:
Namibia is widely connected for telephone,
cellphone and internet usage. Some remote areas however might
not have access to the mobile, telephone and internet network.
VAT:
VAT of 10% is charged on many goods. It can
be reclaimed by non residents on departure at the international
airports.
Health:
Malaria area especially during the rainy
season.
Bilharzia-swimming in untreated water is dangerous.
Tick bite fever AIDS is prevalent throughout Southern Africa.
Electricity:
220v to 240v, 50Hz.
Water:
water is purified and safe to drink in most
cities. Boil water or drink bottled water outside urban areas.
Visas:
Visas are required by all visitors and must
be arranged in advance. It is important that visitors travel
with passports with at least a six month validity period and
ample space for stamps.
Local Time:
GMT + 2 hours
Official Languages:
Portuguese is the official language. English
is spoken in some areas but rarely fluently.
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