Embassy of Russia in Pretoria, South Africa; address Brooks Street 316, 0081, Pretoria; phone +27123621337. Head of mission: Ilya Igorevich Rogachev. Plus 2…
Head of mission: Ilya Igorevich Rogachev, Ambassador (as of 2025)
Also accredited to: Somalia
Head of mission: Mr. A Malenko, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of South Africa, 7 Nov 2024)
Russia offers a unique blend of cultural and natural attractions that can appeal to a segment of South Africa's 60 million residents. While it attracts around 6.4 million foreign visitors each year, its appeal lies in the diversity of experiences available rather than just the number of tourists.
Russia's safety for tourists from South Africa can be assessed through various rankings and statistics. In terms of walking alone at night, Russia ranks 30th among 40 European countries, indicating a moderate level of safety. However, the Global Peace Index places Russia at 154th out of 160 countries, which suggests a lower overall safety level compared to South Africa, which ranks 125th. When looking at murder rates, South Africa has a significantly higher rate at 41.9 per 100,000 people, compared to Russia's 6.8. This disparity extends to female murder rates as well, with South Africa at 9.5 and Russia at 3.3. In organized crime, South Africa generally scores worse than Russia in several categories. For instance, mafia groups and crime networks are rated 7.0 for South Africa compared to 4.5 and 7.5 for Russia, respectively. However, state crime and human trafficking indices are higher for Russia. Overall, while Russia has lower murder rates, it ranks lower in terms of peace and safety compared to South Africa. Tourists should exercise caution and stay informed about local conditions when traveling to Russia.
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