South Africa. South Africa social interactions / [produced by Atma Global].

Format:

Video

Contributor:

Atma Global (Firm), publisher.

Series:

Academic Video Online

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

South Africa--Social life and customs.

South Africa.

Genre:

Industrial films.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (2 minutes)

Other Title:

South Africa social interactions

Place of Publication:

[Place of publication not identified] : Atma Global, 2024.

Language Note:

In English.

System Details:

video file

Summary:

South Africans tend to be rather formal when you first meet them. But as long as you stick to the norms of behavior accepted in most places, interacting and living with them should be relatively easy. Cultural norms differ from one ethnic group to another, and courtesy is key. South Africa is a fairly chivalrous country by Western standards. South Africans are generally very respectful of the elderly and often address older people more formally. In Black cultures, elderly people are respected and revered for their wisdom in decision-making and settling disputes. They are also considered the custodians of their people's verbal history, culture, and religion. It's not unusual to see people teasing one another about their race, religion, or heritage, which may strike you as surprising given the country's complex ethnic and cultural makeup. Learn more about the culture nuances of social interactions in South Africa.

Notes:

Title from resource description page (viewed October 23, 2025).

OCLC:

1559151167