 The level of violence remains high throughout South Africa and care should be taken when you travel, to safeguard yourself against the risks of random mugging and theft - day and night. Casual remarks should not be made about the political situation; which is complex. There is a risk of car-jacking and armed robbery. It is unwise for outsiders from any race to enter into a black township without a guide. Daylight muggings are not uncommon especially in parts of Johannesburg. Unauthorized overstaying can result in arrest at departure and imprisonment until trial when a high fine is likely to be imposed. Important telephone numbers
• Police – 1011
• Ambulance – 10222
• Fire – 1022 TELEPHONE SERVICES
• Country Code: 27
• Outgoing Code: 09
• IDD: International Direct Dialling is available.
TRAVELLERS CHEQUES EMERGENCY NUMBERS
• Thomas Cook: 0800 99 8175
MONEY WIRING SERVICES
• Money Gram: 0 800 996 048
• Western Union: 0 800 126 000
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