Johannesburg is South Africa’s largest city. This young city defines South Africa’s
financial capital, business and future with all of its nicknames, most notably Jozi,
Joburg or Egoli. Its youthfulness and unyielding energy make it a very powerful
city. This grassland which is one of the largest man-made forests in the world has
weathered the storm and was part of what rid South Africa of apartheid. Though 80%
of South African businesses are conducted outside of this city, Johannesburg is also
very sophisticated and ultra modern. Here you will find infrastructure of first
world standards, financial sector, business environment and a stock exchange that is
among one of the best in the world because of its macroeconomic environment and
currency and stable government. South Africa is a serous key to the Indian Ocean Rom
economics. Because outside investments are always welcome, there is never a problem
between foreign and local companies. South Africa not only has scenic beauty and
national parks but with nine provinces, 12 official languages and 45 million people
this land is full of diverse culture. There is little red tape, a lot less than in
the United States, and American feel at ease and much more relaxed doing business
with Johannesburg. Things may appear a bit chaotic regarding business issues to an
American but the documentation is easier to understand.
A lot of American companies come in through lawyers and auditors or a local distributor because of legal and tax implications of a number of policies.
Though decisions here are made a lot slower
than in America, once they have made up their minds, South Africa will move quicker
than an American. What is most important is that business here is built on trust
over decades. So here in Johannesburg most stick with who they already know rather
than switch and because of this it’s hard to deal with competitors. In Johannesburg,
trust and hospitality are important and because of this they are very welcoming and
warm and once you have made the right impression you will be a friend or contact for
life. This trendy city has top-rated theatres, arts and crafts markets, trendy
boutiques and live music venues. There are a number of places to eat as well. And if
you want to learn about its history visit its living museum the Gold Reef City,
where you will learn about when gold was first discovered. To learn about apartheid
and its mining history book a Struggle Tour which will take you to Apartheid Museum
and Constitution Hill. If you want an extraordinary sight and want to learn about
our earliest forebears visit the cradle of mankind.