Embassy of Jordan in Pretoria, South Africa; address Crown Avenue 254, 0145, Pretoria; phone +27123468617. Head of mission: Mr. Wasfi Abdallah Ayyad.
Head of mission: Mr. Wasfi Abdallah Ayyad, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Mozambique, 27 Nov 2024)
Also accredited to: Mozambique
Jordan offers stunning landscapes and a rich history, making it an appealing destination for international travelers. With its ancient sites like Petra and the Dead Sea, it attracts a segment of South Africa's 60 million population.
Jordan is considered a relatively safe destination for tourists, including those from South Africa. According to the Global Peace Index, Jordan ranks 65th out of 160 countries, significantly safer than South Africa, which ranks 125th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Jordan is notably low at 1.0 per 100,000 people, compared to South Africa's high rate of 41.9. Additionally, female murder rates in Jordan are 0.6, while in South Africa, they stand at 9.5. The Global Organized Crime Index further illustrates the differences in safety. Jordan scores better than South Africa in several categories, particularly regarding mafia groups (Jordan 1.5 vs. South Africa 7.0) and resource crime (Jordan 1.5 vs. South Africa 7.5). Overall, while no destination is without risk, Jordan presents a safer environment for tourists compared to South Africa.