1 mission of South Africa in Cabo Verde: Consulate of South Africa in Praia, Cape Verde. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. I A da Cruz, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of South Africa, 15 Jan 2025)
South Africa offers a diverse and vibrant cultural experience, making it an appealing destination for some of the approximately one million Cape Verdeans. Despite recent fluctuations in tourism, the country shows resilience and potential for attracting visitors.
South Africa presents certain safety concerns for tourists, including those from Cabo Verde. According to the Global Peace Index, South Africa ranks 125th out of 160 countries, indicating a relatively high level of violence. The murder rate in South Africa is significantly higher at 41.9 per 100,000 people compared to Cabo Verde's 6.5. Female murder rates also reflect this disparity, with South Africa at 9.5 versus Cabo Verde's 3.3. In terms of organized crime, South Africa scores worse across several indices. For example, mafia groups and crime networks in South Africa are rated 7.0, while Cabo Verde scores 2.5 and 4.0, respectively. State crime and foreign crime also show higher indices for South Africa (7.5) compared to Cabo Verde (4.0). Overall, while tourists from Cabo Verde can visit South Africa, they should remain vigilant and informed about safety precautions due to the higher crime rates and organized crime presence.