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South Africa halts PCR tests for vaccinated travellers
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced changes to entry regulations for international travellers.
With immediate effect, fully vaccinated travellers (two doses) are no longer required to produce a negative PCR test.
Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated travellers may still enter South Africa with a negative PCR test, to be taken no more than 72 hours before arrival in the country.
Additional changes to the country’s Covid regulations include 50% capacity allowed at sports stadiums and music venues with people who are vaccinated or who present a valid negative PCR test.
Mask wearing will no longer be required in public outdoor areas.
However, masks are required indoors in public areas such as shopping centres, galleries, restaurants and on public transport .
Kgomotso Ramothea, Acting Hub Head South African Tourism UK said: “We welcome the further easing of Covid-19 restrictions; this is great news and makes South Africa more accessible to travellers regardless of their vaccination status.”
“South Africa’s travel industry is hopeful that recovery will be quick and visitor arrival figures will spring back to 2019 levels.”
The Post Office Travel Money Worldwide Holiday Costs Barometer says South Africa is the best value long-haul destination for Brits.
The report compares the cost of eight everyday tourist items in 36 cities and resorts worldwide.
Cape Town was declared the cheapest long-haul destination.
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