Well I seem to be in a win win situation here 
I live in Sydney however i am a born and bred Cape Townian!!
I think when considering a destination like South Africa you need to think carefully about the following issues:
1. There is a definite lack of safe public transport –
2. Not the safest destination –
Dont get me wrong – Cape Town in my opinion is the most beautiful city in the world! AND i am always happy for an excuse to visit my home town!!!
The trip to Oz is tiring – I travel to the US, UK and Europe several times a year and I have found that a little tequila and red bull can sort you out!!!