U.S, Canada, Australia, and China All Have Travel Advisories for This One Popular Destination

""Violent crimes occur frequently throughout the country and have involved foreigners," Canada warned, adding these crimes could include armed robberies, burglaries, home invasions, carjackings, murder, and assaults, including sexual assaults."

""South Africa experiences more crime during its power cuts (load shedding), but crime can occur anytime, anywhere," the Australian government warned. "Be particularly alert in major city centres and township areas and when travelling after dark. Crimes in South Africa often involve the use of weapons.""

""avoid visiting informal settlements (townships) unless you are with someone familiar with the area.""

Multiple countries issued travel advisories for South Africa due to elevated levels of violent crime affecting both locals and foreigners. Canada warned of a significant level of serious crime, listing armed robberies, burglaries, home invasions, carjackings, murder, and sexual assaults. Australia advised exercising a high degree of caution, noting crime increases during power cuts and frequent weapon use, and urged particular alertness in major city centres, township areas, and after dark. The United States issued a Level 2 advisory citing smash-and-grab attacks, carjackings, muggings, rape, and kidnapping. Official guidance recommends avoiding walking alone, not displaying signs of wealth, and avoiding informal settlements unless accompanied by someone familiar.

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