Real-time air pollution rankings for 27 cities across South Africa, updated hourly. See which cities have the highest pollution levels and worst air quality.
Most Polluted Cities in South Africa
The most polluted city in South Africa is Pietermaritzburg (AQI 157), followed by Brakpan (AQI 140), Boksburg (AQI 140). Currently, 12 out of 27 monitored cities in South Africa report unhealthy air quality with an AQI above 100.
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Brakpan
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Boksburg
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Evaton
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Soweto
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Johannesburg
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Soshanguve
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Pretoria
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Roodepoort
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Randburg
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Thembisa
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Benoni
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Vereeniging
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Port Elizabeth
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Durban
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Polokwane
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Emalahleni
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Welkom
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Krugersdorp
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Rustenburg
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East London
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Bloemfontein
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Cape Town
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Newcastle
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Kariega
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Richards Bay
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Botshabelo
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Understanding Air Quality Index
Good
Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
Moderate
Air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people.
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects.
Unhealthy
Everyone may begin to experience health effects.
Very Unhealthy
Health alert: everyone may experience more serious health effects.
Hazardous
Health warnings of emergency conditions. The entire population is likely to be affected.
The Air Quality Index (AQI) is a scale from 0 to 500 that measures air pollution levels. Poor air quality can cause respiratory issues, cardiovascular problems, and other health concerns. Rankings are updated hourly to help you stay informed.
Source: US EPA Air Quality Index
Last updated: 22 Jun 17:17
