Monday, February 7, 2011
Thinking about a move to Port Elizabeth south Africa from the united States, what do you think?
Thinking about a move to Port Elizabeth south Africa from the united States, what do you think?
I am a student in the united states. I am thinking about studing abroad in south africa, Port Elizabeth. Do you have information about schools, crime rate, and information about the city. I am very interested but i read that it has a high crime rate. is it worth living in south Africa.
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1 :
I hope Lise K reads this question as she stays there, but here is a site that might help. http://www.portelizabeth.co.za/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=397&Itemid=230 I can not comment on the crime down there, but I do know its a bit of a nightmare in the whole of the country
2 :
If you are street-smart you will love it here. Schools in the right areas are world class. Crime is a factor, so be wary like the locals and you will be ok. The city isnt the biggest or busiest in SA, but I'm sure you will enjoy it.
3 :
Look at some crime statistics on the net and you will see SA is the crime capital of the world. With approximately 20,000 murders each year in South Africa, approximately 17,000 murders in the United States. But consider population size, SA has about 43 Mil and USA has over 300 Mil. To say its not that bad is crazy and to compare it to the crime in the State or most other countries is being naive. The crime, corruption and general lawlessness in SA is out of control. SA has become a real 3rd world country, pot holes in the roads and between 2-5 hours per day of no electricity. The standard of education is also sliding to that of most 3rd world countries and some qualifications are now not accepted in a lot of western countries. The choice is obviously your... you have been warned. BTW the crime is not isolated to certain areas, you are just as likely to be hijacked in your driveway in the suburbs as in the city.
4 :
I live in Port Elizabeth or Ibhayi/ Die Baai/ PE/the Windy and the Friendly City for almost 20 years. It is a lovely city to live in, beautiful beaches, friendly people, and the crime rate compared to the rest of SA is not high. So I know you would love it here! The Campus over looks the sea, I obtained both my degrees there and it is a good campus. The houses are not so expensive and if you just stay away from the Northen areas as well as Central you will be fine.
5 :
I live in PE and is lecturer at NMMU (PE uni). I have many private students from Europe as well, and they come back to SA every chance they get. PE is a city, but with a small town feel. Of course there is crime, like anywhere else in the world. But somehow we are fortunate enough to escape the worst of it! I can put you in touch with local foreign students - they can be a reference for PE. You are very welcome! Come and enjoy our hospitality!
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