UK holidaymakers have been issued with a grim warning over the risk of violent crime and robbery in a new Foreign Office (FCDO) update for a popular long-haul holiday destination. The alert for tourists planning to visit South Africa was published yesterday (Thursday) and advises visitors to be vigilant, and not travel alone.
The FCDO said: “South Africa has a high rate of crime, including carjacking, house robbery, rape, and murder. The risk of violent crime to visitors travelling to the main tourist destinations is generally low. The South African Tourism Police prioritise protecting tourists and are deployed in several towns and cities.
“However, you should always remain vigilant, as police resourcing can be limited.”
