Exclusive Medical Travel · South Africa

Renew. Revive.
Rediscover.

Where Excellence in Medicine Meets the Art of Living

Polivia Vie unites world-class South African medical specialists with bespoke luxury travel experiences — crafted for discerning professionals who demand the finest in aesthetic refinement and preventative wellness.

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Patient in Theatre — Surgical Preparation
Pillar I
Aesthetic Surgery
Theatre Preparation
World-class surgical excellence — crafted with precision
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Executive Shaking Hands with Doctor — Preventative Wellness Satisfaction
Pillar II
Preventative Wellness
Clinical Assurance
Your health, confirmed by experts
Polivia Vie · Two Pillars
Aesthetic mastery meets preventative precision — both delivered in South Africa's finest private facilities.
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🏥 HPCSA-Registered Specialists
🔒 POPIA-Compliant · Data Sovereign
🇫🇷 English & French Concierge
✈️ Private Airport Transfers
🤝 Vivari Aesthetics Partner
Polivia
Vie
Aesthetic & Lifestyle Medical Travel
“Where the precision of South African medicine meets the beauty of her landscapes — and every journey is a transformation.”
$31B
Global Medical Tourism Market
11.6%
Forecast Industry CAGR to 2032
500k+
Intl. Patients Treated in SA Annually
#1
Africa's Premier Medical Destination
Patient Prepared in Theatre — Aesthetic Procedure
Aesthetic Surgery
Theatre preparation · World-class precision
Pillar I
Executive Shaking Hands with Doctor — Preventative Wellness Satisfaction
Preventative Travel
Clinical confidence · Your health, confirmed
Pillar II
Our Philosophy

South Africa's Medical Excellence,
Delivered in Absolute Privacy

Polivia Vie is not simply a travel facilitator — we are a bespoke medical concierge service, connecting high-net-worth individuals and discerning professionals with South Africa's foremost aesthetic surgeons, preventative health specialists, and luxury hospitality partners.

Our curated journeys seamlessly integrate world-class clinical outcomes with extraordinary experiences across the Cape Winelands, the Kruger corridor, the KwaZulu-Natal coast, and the Drakensberg escarpment — all within an envelope of absolute discretion.

All consultations conducted by HPCSA-registered medical professionals
Patient data managed under POPIA-compliant, South Africa-hosted platforms
Private luxury transfers from O.R. Tambo, Cape Town & King Shaka airports
Bilingual (EN/FR) personal concierge assigned to every client
Strategic partner: Vivari Aesthetics Clinic & Tours
Post-procedure recovery retreat options at 4 & 5-star partner properties
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Our Full Offering

Curated Medical Journeys

Five distinct paths to transformation. Click any package to expand full details.

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Executive Wellness Retreats
Curated Group and Individual Retreat Experiences
All-Inclusive, Medical Review Included

Immersive multi-day retreats combining executive medical reviews, spa treatments, team building experiences, and all-inclusive luxury accommodation, designed for high-performing individuals and leadership teams who need to recover, reconnect and perform.

5-Day Executive Wellness Retreat
Team building, spa treatments, executive medical review and all-inclusive meals
from R 63 144 ($3,850)
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2 team building exercises
2 spa treatments per person
Executive medical review
All-inclusive meals for 5 days
Luxury accommodation (5 nights)
Dedicated wellness coordinator
Optional add-ons are available including golf, Lion and Rhino Park, and hot air balloon rides. Please contact us for pricing.
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7-Day Executive Wellness Retreat
An extended programme with more treatments and deeper recovery time
from R 92 667 ($5,650)
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3 team building exercises
3 spa treatments per person
Executive medical review
All-inclusive meals for 7 days
Luxury accommodation (7 nights)
Dedicated wellness coordinator
Optional add-ons are available including golf, Lion and Rhino Park, and hot air balloon rides. Please contact us for pricing.
Enquire About This Retreat →
Plan Your Retreat →
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Surgical Aesthetics
HPCSA-Registered Surgeons and World-Class Outcomes
Vivari Aesthetics Partner

In partnership with Vivari Aesthetics Clinic, our surgical aesthetic programmes deliver outcomes that rival the world's finest clinics, at a fraction of European or North American cost. All procedures performed by HPCSA-registered specialists with full post-operative concierge support.

Mommy Makeover
Tummy tuck, breast lift/augmentation, liposuction
from R 196 814 ($12,000)
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Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)
Breast lift and/or augmentation
Liposuction (targeted areas)
Pre-operative HPCSA consultation
Post-operative nursing care
Private airport transfers (return)
Request Surgical Consultation →
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
Upper and lower eyelid refinement for subtle, restorative results
from R 65 605 ($4,000)
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Upper and/or lower eyelid surgery
HPCSA oculoplastic or plastic surgeon
Day procedure, rapid recovery
Post-operative follow-up appointments
Encrypted clinical records delivery
Private airport transfers (return)
Request Surgical Consultation →
Body Contouring with Liposuction and Skin Tightening
Precision sculpting combined with advanced skin tightening technology
from R 82 006 ($5,000)
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Targeted liposuction (one or more areas)
Skin tightening technology (e.g. Renuvion)
HPCSA-registered plastic surgeon
Post-operative compression garments
Lymphatic drainage sessions
Private airport transfers (return)
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Deep Plane Facelift
The gold standard in facial rejuvenation for natural, long-lasting results
from R 246 017 ($15,000)
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Deep plane technique by specialist surgeon
Mid-face and lower-face repositioning
Neck refinement (where indicated)
7–10 night recovery accommodation
Post-operative nursing supervision
Private airport transfers (return)
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Breast Augmentation
Personalised implant selection, surgical precision, discreet recovery
from R 82 006 ($5,000)
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3D sizing consultation pre-surgery
Choice of implant profile and placement
HPCSA plastic surgeon
Post-operative care and garments
Concierge recovery coordination
Private airport transfers (return)
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Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
Reshape and elevate for a natural silhouette restoration
from R 82 006 ($5,000)
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Full mastopexy by HPCSA specialist
Can be combined with augmentation
Post-operative compression support
Recovery monitoring included
Concierge coordination throughout
Private airport transfers (return)
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Neck Lift / Chin Liposuction
Redefine the jawline with a swift recovery and refined result
from R 65 605 ($4,000)
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Neck lift and/or chin liposuction
HPCSA plastic or maxillofacial surgeon
Targeted submental fat removal
Minimal downtime procedure
Post-operative follow-up appointments
Private airport transfers (return)
Request Surgical Consultation →
Begin Your Aesthetic Journey →
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Non-Surgical Aesthetics
Injectables, Weight Management and Advanced Skin Treatments
Vivari Partner, No Theatre Required

Clinically effective aesthetic outcomes without surgery. From medically supervised weight management and gastric procedures to injectables, skin rejuvenation and advanced body sculpting. All treatments facilitated through HPCSA-registered partner practitioners.

Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG)
Non-surgical stomach reduction for significant, lasting weight loss
from R 147 610 ($9,000)
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Endoscopic (no-incision) procedure
Stomach volume reduced by ~70%
HPCSA-registered gastroenterologist
Overnight observation included
Post-procedure dietary programme
Private airport transfers (return)
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Gastric Balloon
A temporary intragastric balloon with medically supervised weight loss support
from R 57 404 ($3,500)
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Endoscopic balloon placement
6-month treatment duration
Monthly medical check-ins
Nutritional coaching included
HPCSA-registered specialist
Private airport transfers (return)
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Medical Weight Loss Injections
Clinically prescribed GLP-1 therapy, fully medically monitored
from R 8 201 ($500) /month
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HPCSA physician prescription and monitoring
Monthly check-in consultations
GLP-1 agonist therapy (e.g. semaglutide)
Nutritional guidance included
Remote follow-up available
Encrypted digital health reports
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Injectables: Botox, Fillers and Facial Enhancement
Lip, jawline and cheek enhancement with anti-wrinkle treatment
from R 8 201 ($500)
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Botox / botulinum toxin treatment
Dermal filler (lip, cheek, jawline)
Administered by HPCSA aesthetic practitioner
Pre-treatment consultation included
Natural-looking, tailored result
Post-treatment follow-up
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Advanced Skin Rejuvenation
Each condition assessed individually with a bespoke treatment protocol
Price upon
consultation
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Laser resurfacing & skin tightening
Chemical peels (superficial to deep)
Microneedling & collagen induction
Personalised treatment protocol
HPCSA aesthetic practitioner assessment
Condition assessed on its merits

Pricing for Advanced Skin Rejuvenation varies based on skin condition, treatment area, and the number of sessions required. We assess each client individually and no two protocols are the same. Please contact us to arrange a confidential consultation.

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Wellness Reset Programs
Medical Weight Reset, Longevity, Burnout Recovery and Post-Surgery Care
HPCSA-Registered Physicians

Structured multi-day programmes built around measurable clinical outcomes, not generic wellness. Whether you need metabolic recalibration, burnout recovery, anti-ageing protocols, or post-surgical care, each programme is medically supervised and designed for lasting impact.

Medical Weight Reset (7–10 Days)
Metabolic screening, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, nutrition planning, personal training and yoga or Pilates
from R 73 805 ($4,500)
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Comprehensive metabolic screening
Personalised nutrition plan
Daily hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Spa treatments throughout
Personal training sessions
Yoga and Pilates sessions
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Longevity & Anti-Ageing Retreat (5–7 Days)
Executive health screening, IV therapy, collagen stimulation and stress coaching
from R 82 006 ($5,000)
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Executive health screening
IV nutrient therapy (custom protocol)
Collagen stimulation treatments
Skin tightening procedures
Stress management coaching
Restorative luxury accommodation
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Executive Burnout Reset (5 Days)
Stress recovery, IV therapy, sound healing, meditation and sleep optimisation
from R 65 605 ($4,000)
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Stress recovery protocol
IV nutrient therapy
Sound healing sessions
Guided meditation programme
Restorative yoga
Sleep optimisation coaching
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Post-Surgery Recovery Programme (5–10 Days)
Nursing supervision, wound care, lymphatic drainage, hyperbaric oxygen therapy and IV nutrition
from R 12 301 ($750) /night
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24/7 nursing supervision
Professional wound care
Lymphatic drainage massage
Daily hyperbaric oxygen therapy
IV nutritional therapy
Dedicated recovery concierge
Enquire About Recovery Care →
Plan Your Wellness Reset →
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Premium Packages
Surgery, Recovery and Luxury Accommodation, Fully Bundled
All-Inclusive Aftercare

Our most comprehensive offering brings together surgery, recovery, therapy and luxury accommodation in one seamless package. Everything is coordinated and nothing is left to chance. Choose your duration and we will handle the rest.

Lux Mommy Makeover
Breast augmentation, lift, tummy tuck, Vaser liposculpture, Renuvion skin tightening + full aftercare
R 557 639 ($34,000) 14 days
R 623 244 ($38,000) 21 days
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Breast augmentation and lift
Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck)
Vaser liposculpture
Renuvion skin tightening
Daily hyperbaric oxygen therapy
IV nutrient therapy throughout
Lymphatic drainage massage
Full nursing care (14 or 21 days)
Enquire About Lux Mommy Makeover →
Premium Breast Augmentation Package
Surgery with full luxury aftercare, available over 7 or 14 days
R 180 413 ($11,000) 7 days
R 246 017 ($15,000) 14 days
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Breast augmentation by HPCSA surgeon
Luxury recovery accommodation
Nursing care for full duration
Post-operative compression garments
Concierge coordination throughout
Private airport transfers (return)
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Vaser Liposculpture + Renuvion Skin Tightening
Available across 1 to 4 treatment areas, with optional aftercare packages
1 area: R 82 006
2 areas: R 147 610
3 areas: R 221 416
4 areas: R 295 221
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Vaser ultrasound liposculpture
Renuvion J-Plasma skin tightening
1–4 areas (abdomen, flanks, arms, thighs etc.)
HPCSA-registered plastic surgeon
Post-operative compression garments
Private airport transfers (return)

Optional aftercare packages: Add 7-day aftercare from R 82 006 ($5,000) or 14-day aftercare from R 155 811 ($9,500). Aftercare includes nursing supervision, lymphatic drainage, and IV therapy.

Enquire About Vaser Package →
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Four Extraordinary Regions

South Africa's Most Magnificent Backdrops

Every medical journey is paired with an extraordinary experience — whether you recover beside Atlantic surf, beneath Mpumalanga's escarpment, amid Limpopo's bushveld, or in the Cape's ancient winelands.

Cape Town
Western Cape
Cape Town &
The Winelands
Aesthetic Recovery · Wellness
Kruger Safari
Limpopo
Kruger &
Limpopo
Safari · Recovery Lodges
Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga
Panorama &
Escarpment
Nature · Recovery
KZN Coast
KwaZulu-Natal
Durban &
KZN Coast
Coastal · Cultural
Concierge Service
24/7
Personal Concierge
Bespoke Care Process

Your Journey,
Guided at Every Step

From your first enquiry to your safe return home, your dedicated bilingual concierge manages every detail — coordinating your specialist consultations, accommodation, transfers, and experiences with absolute precision.

🇬🇧 English Concierge
🇫🇷 Concierge Francophone
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Confidential Enquiry
Submit your enquiry via our encrypted portal. All information is processed under POPIA and handled exclusively by trained staff.
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Medical Consultation
A HPCSA-registered medical professional contacts you within 48 hours for a confidential telehealth pre-consultation and needs assessment.
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Bespoke Journey Design
Your concierge crafts a tailored itinerary — clinic appointments, luxury accommodation, transfers, and curated experiences — for your review and approval.
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Arrival & In-Destination Care
Private airport transfer, dedicated in-destination support, clinic coordination, and daily concierge availability throughout your stay.
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Post-Journey Follow-Up
Facilitated specialist follow-up consultations via telehealth, medical report delivery, and aftercare coordination from your home country.
Your Confidentiality, Guaranteed

Absolute Discretion.
Uncompromising Security.

Your health is your most private asset. Polivia Vie operates under South Africa's POPIA framework — the continent's most rigorous data protection law — ensuring your medical information is never compromised.

POPIA-Compliant
End-to-End

Every piece of patient data processed by Polivia Vie is classified as "Special Personal Information" under POPIA — the highest level of legal protection available in South Africa. Our systems, staff, and partners are all bound by strict data processing agreements and consent protocols.

We do not transfer patient data beyond South African borders without explicit consent and regulatory authorisation, and all data is stored on locally-hosted, encrypted infrastructure.

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Encrypted at Rest & in Transit
All patient records and communications are encrypted using AES-256. No third party can access your information without explicit consent.
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POPIA Special Personal Information Protocols
Your health data is governed under Section 26–32 of POPIA. Explicit consent is required before any processing, storage, or sharing.
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Role-Based Access Control
Only your assigned medical professional and concierge can access your records. Administrative staff see only what is strictly necessary.
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Registered Information Officer
A dedicated Information Officer, registered with South Africa's Information Regulator, oversees all data governance practices.
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South Africa-Hosted Data Sovereignty
In compliance with the 2024 National Policy on Data and Cloud, patient data is stored exclusively within South African data centres.
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Telehealth via Secure Channels
Pre- and post-procedure consultations conducted via end-to-end encrypted telehealth platforms with no third-party recording.
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Staff Confidentiality Agreements
Every Polivia Vie staff member and partner institution signs binding confidentiality and data processing agreements aligned to POPIA.
Recommended Secure Medical Exchange Platforms

For the secure exchange of medical information between clients, specialists, and Polivia Vie, we recommend POPIA-compliant, South Africa-hosted platforms:

PrivateHub Online — SA-hosted, healthcare-specific, no per-user licensing, POPIA-aligned cloud storage and document exchange
Microsoft Azure (SA North Region) — Enterprise-grade cloud with SA data residency, ISO 27018 privacy standard, GDPR-aligned
Altron HealthTech Platform — South African healthcare-specific EHR with AES encryption, RBAC, and full POPIA compliance framework
Walla POPIA-Compliant Forms — Secure patient intake, consent management, and health data collection with POPIA-specific consent workflows
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Vivari
Aesthetics Clinic & Tours
Facial Aesthetics & Injectables
Body Contouring & Sculpting
Surgical Aesthetic Procedures
Skin Treatments & Laser Therapy
Post-Procedure Recovery Tours
Concierge Aesthetic Consultations

Preferred Hotel Partners

Exclusive Partnership

Vivari Aesthetics
Clinic & Tours

Polivia Vie is proud to operate in exclusive partnership with Vivari Aesthetics Clinic & Tours — one of South Africa's most respected aesthetic medicine practices. Together, we deliver an unmatched fusion of clinical excellence and experiential luxury.

Vivari's team of HPCSA-registered specialists bring decades of combined experience across facial aesthetics, body contouring, and reconstructive procedures. Every Polivia Vie aesthetic client receives a dedicated clinical coordinator at Vivari, ensuring seamless care from pre-operative consultation through to post-procedure aftercare.

"Our partnership with Vivari ensures that every aesthetic client receives not only the finest clinical outcome, but an experience that honours their trust, their time, and their transformation." — Polivia Vie

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Industry Intelligence

Why South Africa Leads

The data makes a compelling case. South Africa's medical tourism industry is world-class — and Polivia Vie positions you at its most exclusive tier.

500k+
International Patients
South Africa treated nearly 500,000 international patients in 2018 — predominantly for cosmetic surgery, fertility, and cardiology — and numbers have grown substantially since. The country leads Sub-Saharan Africa in both patient volume and medical tourism revenue.
$3,600
Typical Aesthetic Procedure Cost
A breast augmentation procedure that costs $8,000+ in the UK can be performed for approximately $3,600 in South Africa — by equally qualified surgeons, in world-class facilities, with the added benefit of extraordinary recovery settings.
11.6%
Global CAGR 2023–2032
The global medical tourism market is forecast to grow at 11.59% CAGR, reaching $346 billion by 2032. South Africa and the broader Africa/GCC region are among the fastest-growing segments, driven by affordability, quality, and destination appeal.
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Pioneer Medical Heritage
South Africa performed the world's first successful human heart transplant in 1967 at Groote Schuur Hospital, Cape Town. This pioneering spirit defines the country's medical culture — innovative, skilled, and internationally respected.
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Africa's Highest Healthcare Index
Numbeo's Health Care Index consistently ranks South Africa as having the highest healthcare quality score in Africa, reflecting robust infrastructure, advanced equipment, and highly trained medical professionals across both public and private sectors.
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Strongest Data Protection in Africa
South Africa's POPIA (2021) is the continent's most comprehensive data protection law, classifying health information as "Special Personal Information" with the highest level of legal safeguard. For high-net-worth clients, this provides unparalleled privacy assurance.
Begin Your Journey

Private Consultation
Awaits

All enquiries are treated with absolute confidentiality. Your information is processed under POPIA by a registered Information Officer and accessible only to your assigned medical professional and concierge.

A HPCSA-registered medical professional will contact you within 48 hours to discuss your requirements in complete privacy.

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Registered Office
Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa
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Confidential Enquiries
[email protected]
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Private Line
+27 11 000 0000
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Ligne Française
+27 11 000 0001
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Availability
Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00 · Sat 09:00–13:00 SAST
Security Assurance

This form is encrypted end-to-end. Your submission is processed exclusively within South Africa under POPIA. No marketing communications will be sent without your explicit consent.

Confidential Enquiry
All information protected under POPIA