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A few facts about Jeffreys Bay

  • Jeffreys Bay has a population of about 32,000.
  • It lies in the Eastern Cape.
  • Johannesburg, the largest city in South Africa, is about 922 km away.
  • The nearest bigger city is Kariega, about 55 km away.
  • Close by: Humansdorp (14 km), Kruisfontein (18 km) and Hankey (24 km).

A first date in Jeffreys Bay

Jeffreys Bay is small enough that you may have friends in common, so start with a relaxed coffee in the centre. If you would rather meet away from familiar faces, Humansdorp is close by.

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 Jeffreys Bay

How far around Jeffreys Bay can I search?

Within 50 km of Jeffreys Bay there are 5 towns and cities — Humansdorp, Kruisfontein and Hankey among them — with more than 100,000 residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Jeffreys Bay free on YADate?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Jeffreys Bay and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.

Are the profiles near Jeffreys Bay 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 meet someone who doesn't live in Jeffreys Bay?

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

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