Durban - Post Report Question and Answers
How much of the local language do you need for daily living? Are local language classes/tutors available and affordable?
English works everywhere, but some Zulu greetings will get you some smiles from locals. You'll also learn some Afrikaans without knowing it, like the local word for BBQ is "Braai." Some family members at Post take Zulu language classes for fun and as a way to understand another part of South African culture. - Sep 2024
English is widely used, greetings and pleasantries in other local languages very useful and much appreciated. Learning some Zulu in this province would be very helpful. - Sep 2010
