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Living in Pretoria: the ultimate expat guide

Everything you need to know for a successful life in Pretoria.

Guide updated byVeedushi Bissessur, on 07 November 2022

On the northern part of South Africa, Pretoria is located in the Gauteng Province, one of the country's richest ones. The administrative capital city is a great place to live for expats. It indeed offers a pleasant quality of life, with its Jacaranda trees planted everywhere giving its nickname of "Jacaranda City". Housingoptions, schools for children, job opportunities and other facilities are also available.

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