Matters needing attention in going to South Africa and the local weather now.

The traffic rule in South Africa is to drive on the left and overtake on the right. Driving on the national highway, the maximum speed is 120km/h, the maximum speed on the secondary highway is 100km/h, and the maximum speed on the town street is 60km/h, except for the sections with special signs. To drive a vehicle in South Africa, you must have a valid South African driver's license, Commonwealth driver's license or international driver's license. China driver's license holders must be notarized as required. Drivers and passengers must fasten their seat belts.

Basic precautions for traveling abroad: 1, South Africa has a high crime rate, so try to travel together instead of acting alone; 2. The speed on the expressway is fast, and fatigue driving or drunk driving is prohibited; 3. When visiting the safari park, you should strictly abide by the regulations in the park, and pay special attention not to get off the bus or feed the animals without authorization; 4, South Africa has strong sunshine, so pay attention to sun protection when going out; 5. Don't swim and fish in the waters where swimming and fishing are forbidden to prevent accidents.

Safety: In Johannesburg and Durban, you should obey the arrangement of tour guides, and be careful not to go out at night, not to go to towns and slums, especially not to walk on the streets of these two cities with maps, cameras and various bags in your hands. Shopping in Cape Town, Bleteau, Liberia and Joburg.

Shopping malls and various tourist attractions in South Africa are relatively safe.

Tipping: Tipping is necessary in South Africa. When you stay, you need to give the waiter 5r, who will help you with your luggage. Tip 65438+ 00% of the total amount when eating. When the total amount is large, you can give less. Fast food restaurants such as McDonald's don't have to tip.

Politeness: South Africa has a high degree of civilization, so when there is a queue, you must consciously queue up and don't grab it. Smoking is forbidden in public places, and don't make any noise in public places.

Local custom: don't call blacks "blacks"

People ",but should be called" Africans "

People. The natural environment in South Africa has been well protected. Birds and small animals are not afraid of people. They should love animals. They should not catch, beat animals and pick up birds' eggs at will. To catch lobsters and abalones, they should apply for a permit, and offenders may be prosecuted.

Shopping tax rebate: tourists who spend more than 250 r250 in South Africa can get VAT 14% tax rebate when they leave the airport with the official invoice, but the consumption of accommodation, catering and other services cannot be refunded.

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Service Weather Information-The release date of Johannesburg weather forecast is 20 10 02 09, 10:00 (Universal Time).

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Minimum and maximum February 2009

Tuesday 1527 cloudy February 10

Wednesday 1327 sunny February 1 1

Thursday 1429 Afternoon Thunderstorm February 12

Friday 1527 Thunderstorm February 13

Saturday 1626 thunderstorm