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The spectacular scenery of the South African province of Western Cape, located in the southwest of the country,

lures thousands of overseas visitors every year.

tourists and locals alike, marvot the magnificent coastline and pristine beaches,

which meet the Atlantic and Indian oceans.

The vibrant shimmering greens and golds of the vineyards and orchids of the Cape

winelands region, around a 45-minute drive west of the city of Cape Town, also known as the

Mother City. Provide a picturesque contrast to the surrounding mountain ranges.

The population of South Africa's unique mix of cultural influences,

from centuries of white European settlement, from places such as the Netherlands, Germany,

France and Britain, combined with the peoples of Indonesia,

Madagascar and natives of West Africa. The country has an impressive 11 official national languages,

the Afrikaans language, which is a product of both European colonization and indigenous

coisan is the third most spoken language by many South Africans, in addition to English.

But for all its beauty and cultural diversity, the risks associated with both visiting and

living in South Africa are oftentimes confronting. The country is known for having high rates of

violent crime, including murder, rape, carjacking, robbery and home invasions. South Africa's

crime statistics result from the complex intertwining of social and public health issues,

dating back to European colonization and continuing post-apartheid. These include extreme poverty

and high unemployment amongst the country's marginalized black and colored populations.

Hong Kong racial and social tension, alcohol and drug use and the high rate of HIV transmission

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