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NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION IN SOUTH AFRICA
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Gestures
Eye Contact - gaze
The thumb lying on the index finger of a vertical fist with arm extended is equivalent to the American “middle finger”.
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- Eye contact is threatening;
- Always look slightly to the side as you maintain the conversation;
- You can occasionally establish a brief eye contact but it shouldn’t last long
NON-VERBAL
COMMUNICATION
IN SOUTH AFRICA
Gestures
Gestures
Insult is emphasized by motioning the thumb up (like “thumbs-up”) and down repeatedly.
Left hand Prohibition
- Never salute with left hand;
- Never write someone's name using the left hand;
- It does not matter if you are left handed
Pointing with the chin
- South African do not point with the fingers.
Collectivistic or individualistic ?
South Africa is considered collectivist, but research on self-concept and culture neglect the continent.
Personal space
- Being close to the person in front of you while talking is impolite;
- A comfortable distance like arm length is advised