Teaching Jobs in South Africa

As its name suggests, South Africa is located at the southern tip of the African continent. The country’s population of 50 million people is divided into a number of different provinces, all of which were renamed almost 20 years ago. Wherever you decide to teach English in South Africa, you’ll marvel at the wildlife and bask in the warm sun. Here are the best places to teach abroad in South Africa. 

Cape Town, located in southwestern South Africa, is as close as Africa gets to a European city, which means there’s an intriguing mix of cultures. Here you can stroll through the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, paraglide off Lion’s Head, and ogle at the painted faces of the Bo-Kaap. A trip up Table Mountain, the defining natural headliner of the city, and across the water to Nelson Mandela’s former prison Robben Island is a must.

Durban, the third most populous area in South Africa, is located in eastern South Africa on the coast of the Indian Ocean. This metropolis is a hotspot tourist destination thanks to its warm climate and endless beaches. Whether you’re looking to explore its nature reserves, shop to your heart’s delight at one of its many street markets, or soar down slides at uShaka Marine World, this city is the place for you. 

Port Elizabeth, PE for short and nicknamed “The Friendly City,” is situated east of Cape Town and stretches along Algoa Bay. The city offers a subtropical climate with cowabunga surf spots and bathing beaches, and it’s the go-to spot for whale watching certain times of the year. You can also mosey through the gardens at St. George’s Park, or you could marvel at the towering elephants at the Addo Elephant Park.