Formally gazetted in October 2024, South Africa’s digital nomad visa has been celebrated across the tourism industry for its impact on the local economy. But Cape Town locals are becoming increasingly vocal about visitors driving up prices and competition for housing in the city.
It’s unclear how many, if any, official remote working visas have been granted in South Africa since their introduction. A spokesperson for Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber did not respond to a query about data availability.
Cape Town, which has been a strong supporter of the visa, has jumped out of the starting blocks eager to welcome digital nomads. Last week, the City of Cape Town and Work Wanderers announced Nomad Week – designed for digital…
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