Where on Earth is the cheapest place to live?
In 3/4 of the world you can live for 6000USD per year, if want a really simple life you could live on half that.It is not so much the city or country in that 3/4 of the world it is you, how simple a life are you willing to live. You can live on $10 a day easily in many cities but your not going to be doing much.For those of you that have not travelled, a dormitory bed could be 3$ a day, a simple meal 1 to 2$ a beer in Cambodia is typically half a USD.Your bad habits will bring you undone or if your lazy, or want to live a western lifestyle, eat western food etc.The good news is you get to choose your own standard of accommodation, food and transport. It is amazing what can be done at all budget levels, Even a 5 star hotel that cost 300 to $500 a night in a rich country could be way under $100 in a developing country. So budget travel is for everyone.It is hard to recommend a city for you as i dont know what your expectations are.Basically South east asia and South America have some great cities where you can live incredibly cheaply, the trick is to travel by the month not rushing around like a tourist. If you have a short time for a holiday and want to cram a lot ( seeing all the attractions ) in forget about all the above.Happy travels
I am from India and I would be working in johannesburg for 2 years, Can someone tell me the average monthly living expenses for a bachelor?
Hi..good luck for your stint. It is a beautiful country and you must enjoy every moment you are there. The people are super friendly but safety concerns like every other country have to be taken care of.While I left the country 3 years ago so my estimates could be off the mark, the country in general has very good standard of living. You can expect to spend some ZAR 12–14,000 per month if you live an average life by sharing an apartment. If you believe in living life king size and don’t want to share apartment, live in a posh locality then you can expect to shell out some ZAR 25k+ per month(all expenses including petrol, groceries, cellphone bills et al)Hope this helps!
What is the best suburb to live in johannesburg for a single professional female?
Joburg is a sprawling city with no decent safe public transport systems outside of main routes or the city centre (apart from the Gautrain bus and train service that mainly links you to major centres of Rosebank, Sandton, CBD and Midrand to the airport) and generally drivers are aggressive and local minibus taxis are a nightmare to drive on the road with. If you have a car, then you are ok. However, certain parts of the city and popular intersections are more crime ridden and driving alone at night as a female is risky. Smash and grab crime is an issue. Keep valuables out of sight. You could Uber at night.I think the northern suburbs are safer to stay in, but locating close to work is a big plus. Generally traffic is heavier coming from Pretoria, the East and West sides of the city into Sandton and the CBD in the mornings (between 6:30am and 8:30am) and this reverses in the afternoons (between 4pm and 6:30pm). Try locate yourself so that you commute against the traffic flow. There are many great suburbs spread around the city.There is a lot of new development in the city with secure complexes offering a modern secure lock up and go lifestyle (with wifi, a gym, coffee shop etc). It depends on your budget, but crime is a big issue so try stay in a complex if on your own. Some suburbs are basically walled off or have their own private security guards. Lonehill is one of the safest suburbs in the north where you see people walking and jogging on the streets as there are security guards patrolling day and night. There is a lovely mix of young people and families. They also have an active community forum who organise events in the local park to get the community to interact. It is near to entertainment centres such as Montecasino and major shopping centres but you would need a car to get to work. Rosebank and Parkview are also lovely areas nearer the centre but there are no security guards partolling. Places like Melville are funky upcoming areas with eclectic coffee shops and an urban vibe. Fewer complexes there as they are older more established suburbs. I would look for a complex on your work commute route near to a major shopping area.
Where is the safest and most affordable place to live in Johannesburg?
Like most big cities around the world Johannesburg have suburbs which range from fairly safe to moderately safe to extremely safe. The safety in many suburbs are attributed to a range of factors not least of which are the degree to which the community policing fora are active and involved, the general vigilance of the community themselves, the visible policing in the area and probably a few other factors which I may not be aware of. Some of the more cosmopolitan areas that have vibrant night life or student or young professional communities will have different type of safety issues than communities that do not have these facilities available in the community.As far affordability is concerned that is entirely dependent on your definition of affordable and what you are looking for. Again like most cities around the world you will get what you pay for.
What is the minimum monthly rent of a room in Johannesburg for a student?
Hi there,I'm a student currently studying at the University of Johannesburg Auckland Park Kingsway campus.First of all you need understand that prices vary depending on where you want to stay. Prices decrease as you move away from the university.An average sharing room(you share a room with someone) in a commune at close proximity to a university will cost you around R2200($170/mo) to R2800($213/mo). You'll likely share a bathroom & kitchen with 3–8 other people. A single room costs around R2600/mo to R3400/mo. This kind of student accommodations usually include prepaid electricity and water with free wifi. This kind of accommodation may not be accredited by the university which can be a problem if you're using a bursary.A student only off campus accommodation (usually far from universities but include free transportation to and from any university around Johannesburg) costs around R2600 for a sharing room and R3500 for a single room. They have wifi but it's usually capped,electricity and water is included. Usually credited by the university.A single room in a high end flat(close or far from a university) costs around R5000/mo. You'll likely not share a bathroom or kitchen with anyone unless if you opt to live with someone. This kind of accommodations usually don't include electricity, water and wifi fees in the price. Usually not accredited by the university.
Is South Africa a good place to live (cost of living, safety, weather)? Where is South Africa?
South Africa is, coincidentally, at the Southern most tip of Africa (weird how they come up with names). *edit* Thanks to Attman Kar for providing the correct etymology of the name South Africa. Seems, its not just because of it’s geographical location.Cost of living is low, achieving a good, healthy lifestyle is easy, and provided you pay for private household security (relatively cheap) and keep your wits around you, it is safe (I’ve NEVER been assaulted, mugged, or robbed, and I’ve lived here all my life).Things to note: TIA (This is Africa). We are a strange mix of 1st and 3rd world. There is massive inequality, wealth disparity is huge, racial tensions exist and will probably continue to exist, and politically it is a tornado.As to where to live - South Africa is a big place. There are several major cities. Johannesburg (economic hub), which sprung up due to the massive gold rush many years ago, is a massive city, with all the things you want in a big city. But other than that, it’s pretty lame… Everything is far from you and, and in my opinion, it’s pretty ugly. Next door to it is Pretoria, which is slightly prettier and less busy, but still not where I’d want to be. On the east-coast you have Durban. Warm, humid summers, and warm humid winters. Its a tropical dream. Warm water, beautiful beaches, and the countryside is green and beautiful. The city itself needs some TLC, but its not too bad. Durban is famous for its malay/indian population and the food is amazing!We will skip Port-Elizabeth, and East London (both on the coast, both beautiful), and go straight to Cape Town. Here is why you want to live here: 22 reasons why Cape Town is the best city in the world Why Cape Town is the world’s most fabulous city. Cape Town: one of the most beautiful cities in the worldBuzzfeed votes SA most beautiful country in the world | The Home Of Great South African News SA tops international most beautiful countries list https://mycitybynight.co.za/3-of...
Is South Africa a nice place to live and work?
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How much does it cost to live in Cape Town?
Hi Alf To answer your question, it all depends on where you want to stay, how much you would like to travel, and what your needs are. The South African currency (the Rand) is trading at the moment at about 7.50 to 1 US $. But you have to always remember that there is also a difference in the purchasing power. Rent can cost you anything between 3000 rand and 20 000 rand (or between $400 and $2700), depending on which neigbourhood you choose, per month. Food for youself can range between 1000 rand and 5000 rand ( $133 and $670) depending on your needs. Transportation is a big problem, unless you don't mind using unreliable public transport (taxi's and busses). This can range anything between 50 rand and 500 rand per day ( about $7 and $ 70 per day). Otherwise I would suggest hiring your own car, from a car rental shop. REMEMBER THAT IN South Africa WE DRIVE ON THE LEFT! If you would like to buy a car, it can cost you anything between 30 000 rand and 300 000 rand for a decent car ( $4000 and $40 000). New cars are expensive in SA! In total, I would advise having at least about $1300 per month, but preferably more. Hope this helps!
Is the cost of living really in JHB really double that of Durban?
I am considering applying for jobs in Joberg because, comparitively, the salaries are much higher than they are in Durban. My friends who have moved to JHB for this reason say that you don't actually increase your buying power, because the cost of living is so much higher. When I ask them how they get to their estimates (which range from 70-100%) they don't really answer though, they merely mumble, "just , like, EVERYTHING is so expensive." I go to JHB to visit my friends and for work, and apart from the traffic and the freezing winters, I enjoy the "buzz" off the city. - Durban seems dead in comparison. So I am just interested how much higher other people feel the cost of living in JHB is as compared to Durban. Thanks