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However, foreigners worry about the safety of their capital and staff when it comes to considering SA as a destination.Crime in SA is no secret, and is a reality of living in the country. Social issues resulting from high unemployment and a growing gap between the rich and poor, among a host of factors, have created this stark reality.

In 2021, incidents of physical violence increased from 38% in 2020 to 59%, while incidents resulting in physical injury have increased to 53% from 27% in 2020;

 

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