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South Africa

Economics

 

31st

1st

Overall

ZA

19th

Income

ZA

25th

Disposable income

ZA

23rd

Nicer/bigger property

ZA

2nd

Domestic helper/staff

ZA

7th

Swimming pool

ZA

1st

More than one property

ZA

1st

Nicer Cars

ZA

2nd

Boat or yacht

ZA

21st

More luxurious holidays

ZA

27th

Healthcare

ZA

8th

Experience

 

31st

1st

Overall

ZA

3rd

Organising school for my children

ZA

1st

Organising finances

ZA

17th

Organising healthcare

ZA

14th

Finding accommodation

ZA

2nd

Learning the local language

ZA

6th

Getting used to local food

ZA

9th

Local weather

ZA

4th

Making friends

ZA

7th

Local work culture

ZA

2nd

Setting up utilities

ZA

12th

Fitting in the new culture

ZA

6th

Local transport

ZA

23rd

Enjoying local food

ZA

12th

Local culture

ZA

24th

Using the local language

ZA

23rd

Making local friends

ZA

14th

Integrating into the community

ZA

1st

Feeling welcome at work

ZA

3rd

Local shops and markets

ZA

7th

Social life

ZA

6th

Sports

ZA

2nd

Working environment

ZA

4th

Work / life balance

ZA

4th

Entertainment

ZA

9th

Quality of accommodation

ZA

9th

Commuting

ZA

21st

Travelling more

ZA

27th

Healthcare access and quality

ZA

11th

Healthy diet

ZA

10th

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