Information compiled for a conceptual plan for an expatriate of a company going to South Africa (Joburg specifically) -- advice for living & working in Joburg.
3. • Jozi, Joburg, Jhb
• Largest city in South Africa, by population
• One of the 50 largest metropolitan areas in the world
• Source of large-scale gold and diamond trade
• Population: 3.8 million
Black 48.74%
White 22.92%
Coloured 17.11%
Asian 11.23%
Basics about Joburg
16. Slang & Similar
Robot Lift
Braai SMS
Lekker Eish
Howzit? Torch
Now now / Just now Brah / Broe
Shame Lekka Chow
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18. Living in Johannesburg
Scheduled (and unscheduled) power outages
Water out of tap is safe to drink
Getting around Johannesburg
Costs of Living: Similar to the United States
Education: Public schools are a mess