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They're like the homes in the U.S., Denmark, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, big and roomy. Most (modern) homes have a luxurious look to them both inside and out. Housing exterior design varies by region, just like in the U.S. They usually have 3 bedrooms and 1 or 2 bathrooms. Some have large yards, others don't have any yard. Some are 1 story others are 2, the ones I've seen are 1 story. Some have garages (separate or not) while others don't. Most if not all the Houses windows have iron bars, along with the front and back doors. People are now starting to up security by having aggressive watch dogs. And some(partially the wealthy) have hired police or watch guards within the gates of their home. Because of all the crime that happens in South Africa, virtually everyone has ADT. ADT is the most popular security service in the country. And Nearly everyone has either tall stone or iron bar walls surrounding their homes and some took it further by having barbwire and electrified fences. Which can make the house look even more expensive, even though the cost of living in South Africa is very cheap. I've heard people call them "The Fort House" or "The Fortresses of Safety". There are neighborhood watchers walking/driving around neighborhoods, making sure that people have closed their gates or will ask someone why are they walking around(cause that person could be a criminal or a entenchinal victim, and people rarely anyone walk around in Middle and even upper-class areas) and will try to give em lifts, and if it's to a house, they will make sure that the gates will open to see if you're not a criminal, before driving off. If you go out to the countryside, you will notice a near absence of "Fort Homes" , no gates and less ADT infested homes. With even bigger homes(in some areas) and a lot more land and still a cheap price, for the most part.
The housing ranges from terrible to really immaculate. Google Bishopscourt and Constantia for the latter and soweto and diepsloot for the former.
You can find the common ones and much more information about their culture in the website provided in the related links below.
Africa is a continent of over 50 countries. So there are all kinds of houses in it, from lavish mansions to very simple homes made of wood other simple things that poor people would live in.
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What small country sits like an island in the middle of South Africa?
Lesotho sits in the eastern middle of South Africa.
What country is the furthest south in Africa?
The country furthest south on the continent of Africa is South Africa. The farthest south major town in South Africa is Capetown.
What websites are there like PrizeRebel but for South Africa?
There arnt
Who claims South Africa?
South Africa is claimed by the citizens of the Republic of South Africa.
What is the different standard living in Africa and South Africa?
South Africa is in Africa. Africa's a continent, South Africa is a country in Africa.
What sorts of houses do they have in South Africa?
South Africa is a developing country, like other countries in the world, there is a rich and poor. Most people in South Africa live in normal homes, however in rural informal settlements people can reside in squatter homes built from spare materials. However the South African government has built and provided home for millions of previously disadvantaged people in South Africa. - More fancy and upper class homes in South Africa can reach prices of R20 Million( 264,799.54 USD) **Watch the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South African 11 June - 11 July!
How did the South Africa people build their homes?
Bricks, concrete, builders, contractors etc like anywhere else in the world
What does the South Africa flag look like?
this is what the South Africa flag looks like
What were South Carolinas homes like?
SOUTH CAROLINA'S homes were like living in farm houses,barns and brick hoses
How is South Africa like northern Africa?
They are both in Africa :)
What is the insect that builds a Skyscraper?
Some termite species build large tower like homes. The most notable ones in South America, Africa and Australia.
How can you help people in South Africa?
by sending in donations to help them redecorate there homes for what is still left
What are the release dates for World's Most Extreme Homes - 2006 South Africa Fantasy Home 4-11?
World's Most Extreme Homes - 2006 South Africa Fantasy Home 4-11 was released on: USA: 11 June 2007
Where in South Africa can you get your hair colored like the South African flag?
at a hair salon in south africa?
What is the contact information of Cheshire Homes?
Cheshire Homes is located in South Afirca. Their address is - PO BOX 1357, Randburg, 2125, South Africa. Their telephone number is - 00277923510 and their fax number is - 00277937487.
What was the education like in South Africa during the South Africa revolution?
it was for boys only in south africa, the women had to stay home and take care of the house
Why South Africa is the richest in Africa?
South Africa has leaders who want to help there country, whereas others, like Mugabe, are corrupt and some, like Quadafi, are tyrants.
