06/08/2026
The cost of healthcare in South Africa surprised us. 😳
We just established care with a local GP.
💉 Doctor visit (2 people, 1 hour): $84 USD
🩸 Blood work & labs (2 people): about $300 USD
The good news? The appointment was thorough, we didn’t wait long, and the experience was excellent.
We’re sharing our real experiences as Americans living in South Africa—the good, the surprising, and everything in between.
How does this compare to where you live? 👇
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