South Africa VPN
Connect to a GatewayVPN server in South Africa to get a South African IP address on any device. Watch SABC+ and Springboks rugby, log in to South African banks and SARS, and stay encrypted on public Wi-Fi.
- Server in Johannesburg
- Residential IPs for streaming
- P2P allowed
What a South African IP address unlocks
Many South African sites and apps check where you connect from. With a South African IP, they treat you like you're at home.
South African streaming services
Watch SABC+, DStv Stream and the South African Netflix catalog while you’re abroad. Streaming traffic goes through residential IPs, so services see a home connection in South Africa.
See South African channels ↓Live sport
Watch Springboks rugby and PSL football on SuperSport.
Banking and services
Log in to FNB, Capitec and SARS eFiling, which can flag or block foreign IPs.
News, shops and local apps
Read News24 and Daily Maverick, and shop on Takealot at local prices.
Channels you can watch with a South African server
Each guide shows which server to pick and how to start watching from abroad.
How to get a South African IP address
Three steps, the same on every device.
Get GatewayVPN
Choose a plan and install the app on Windows, macOS, Android or iOS.
Pick South Africa
Open the server list and search for South Africa.
Connect
Tap Connect. Every app on your device now uses a South African IP address.
What you get on every South African server
The same setup runs on every GatewayVPN server, in South Africa and in all 70 countries.
- AES-256 and ChaCha20Strong encryption on every protocol.
- No logs, RAM-onlySession data is wiped on disconnect.
- Residential IPsStreaming services see a home connection.
- P2P allowedTorrent on any server, your IP hidden from peers.
- Kill switchBlocks traffic if the VPN drops (Windows, macOS, Android).
- DNS leak protectionLookups go through GatewayVPN's own DNS.
- DDoS mitigationAttacks are absorbed at the server.
- 5 devicesConnect up to 5 devices at once per account.
More server locations in Africa
Need a different IP? These servers are close to South Africa, so ping stays low.
Get a South African IP address in minutes
One plan covers South African servers and all 70 countries.
- Same price when you renewNo intro discount that doubles later
- 30-day money-back guaranteeRefunds through support, no questions
- 5 devices at onceWindows, macOS, Android, iOS, routers
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to what people ask most about South African VPN servers.
Yes. Using a VPN is legal in South Africa. Anything that’s illegal without a VPN, like downloading copyrighted content, is still illegal with one.
Yes. Connect to a South African server and streaming traffic goes through residential IPs, so services see a home connection in South Africa. Each channel guide shows the steps.
GatewayVPN is a paid service, but you can try it first. The Android and iOS apps come with a 7-day free trial, and every plan has a 30-day money-back guarantee.
No. GatewayVPN doesn't offer dedicated IPs. Servers use shared IP addresses, and streaming traffic goes through residential IPs.
Up to 5 devices per account, on any server. A router counts as one device, however many devices connect through it.