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Dating in Barkly West

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A few facts about Barkly West

  • About 12,000 people live in Barkly West.
  • It's part of the Northern Cape.
  • Johannesburg, the largest city in South Africa, is about 434 km away.
  • For a bigger city, Kimberley is about 32 km away.
  • Towns nearby: Ritchie (56 km), Warrenton (57 km) and Boshof (70 km).

Where to meet in Barkly West

From Barkly West it is perfectly normal to suggest meeting in a bigger town nearby. People here do it all the time, and neither of you has to worry about running into the neighbours.

Staying safe

  • Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
  • Never send money to people you met online.
  • Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.

Questions about dating in Barkly West

How far around Barkly West can I search?

In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Barkly West free on YADate?

Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Barkly West or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.

Are the profiles near Barkly West real?

YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.

Can I date someone from outside Barkly West?

Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in South Africa or abroad.

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