BEING "STREET WISE " IN SOUTH AFRICA
WATER
Drinking tap water is safe. Bottled water is available in supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, etc.
TRAFFIC
When crossing streets on foot, be aware that vehicle traffic usually does not yield to pedestrians.
Vehicles keep left, watch when crossing streets.
*Special transport arrangements will be available to congress goers for excursions so as to avoid using public taxis and trains.
PERSONAL BELONGINGS
Carry your viola! Never leave it anywhere.
Do not ‘reserve a seat’ at performances or lectures by leaving a garment on a seat.
Mobile phones are valuable and vulnerable. Keep it on your person.
TRANSACTIONS
Credit cards should be in your view even when paying at restaurants.
It is customary for patrons to add 10% to a restaurant bill. Sometimes this will have been added to the bill already, watch out.
Do not accept assistance at automatic teller machines from anyone but bank personnel.
Was your real card returned to you?
AWARENESS
It is wise not to walk alone in deserted areas. If you are concerned about suspicious persons (single or in groups, walking very close to you), walk into a busy shop or well lit area.
You may compromise your safety when giving money to beggars or entering into conversation with loiterers.
Emergency number: 10111
Mia Rich SAVS
WATER
Drinking tap water is safe. Bottled water is available in supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, etc.
TRAFFIC
When crossing streets on foot, be aware that vehicle traffic usually does not yield to pedestrians.
Vehicles keep left, watch when crossing streets.
*Special transport arrangements will be available to congress goers for excursions so as to avoid using public taxis and trains.
PERSONAL BELONGINGS
Carry your viola! Never leave it anywhere.
Do not ‘reserve a seat’ at performances or lectures by leaving a garment on a seat.
Mobile phones are valuable and vulnerable. Keep it on your person.
TRANSACTIONS
Credit cards should be in your view even when paying at restaurants.
It is customary for patrons to add 10% to a restaurant bill. Sometimes this will have been added to the bill already, watch out.
Do not accept assistance at automatic teller machines from anyone but bank personnel.
Was your real card returned to you?
AWARENESS
It is wise not to walk alone in deserted areas. If you are concerned about suspicious persons (single or in groups, walking very close to you), walk into a busy shop or well lit area.
You may compromise your safety when giving money to beggars or entering into conversation with loiterers.
Emergency number: 10111
Mia Rich SAVS
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