Embassy of South Africa in Ankara, Turkey; address Yıldızevler Mah. Rabindranath Tagore Cad. No: 10/3-4, Yıldız Çankaya, 06550; phone +903124056861. Plus 3…
Also accredited to: Azerbaijan
Head of mission: Mr. R Gur, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of South Africa, 15 Jan 2025)
Head of mission: Mr. T Taskin, Honorary Consul (as listed in the diplomatic list of South Africa, 15 Jan 2025)
Head of mission: Mr Numan Olcar, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
South Africa offers a unique blend of stunning diversity and rich cultural experiences, making it an appealing option for some Turkish travelers. With 2.7 million Turks traveling abroad annually, a portion may find South Africa an intriguing destination despite recent fluctuations in tourism.
South Africa presents a mixed safety profile for tourists, including those from Türkiye. While South Africa ranks 125th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, it is considered safer than Türkiye, which is ranked 137th. However, South Africa has a significantly higher murder rate, with 41.9 per 100,000 people compared to Türkiye's 2.5. In terms of organized crime, South Africa has lower scores than Türkiye in several categories, indicating a higher level of organized crime activity. For example, the index for mafia groups is 7.0 in South Africa versus 8.0 in Türkiye. Overall, while South Africa may have some safer aspects compared to Türkiye in certain crime indices, tourists should remain vigilant and informed about local conditions and safety measures when visiting.