JOHANNESBURG
South Africa

Located at the southern tip of the continent, South Africa with Johannesburg at its center is at the heart of Africa's business community. With a domestic economy that is thriving in the post-apartheid era, South Africa is rapidly becoming a force on the international stage to be reckoned with.

Business
Johannesburg is the biggest city and business capital of South Africa. More and more companies are looking to Johannesburg as a central point to do business in major emerging markets. Home to the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, it is also the main financial center in Africa. Originally created from the most productive gold mines in the world, Johannesburg has rapidly diversified into a services-based market. Located only 30 minutes from Pretoria, the government centre, Johannesburg is home to all major providers in telecoms and high-tech industries.

Living
Most young professionals in Johannesburg live in high-end residential areas like Sandton, Melville or Rosebank, which combine a vibrant blend of comfortable living style, top-end restaurants and fashionable nightlife and entertainment. Johannesburg is also an ideal place for a vast selection of leisure and sporting activities - for example there are over 50 golf courses to choose from! The Kruger National Park is within easy reach for unforgettable game viewing experiences, as are some of the world's best dive sites and other places of extraordinary natural beauty. Of course, staying at home with friends for an all-South African "Braai" (BBQ) is always a popular option.