South Africa experiences natural earthquakes and notable mining-induced seismicity around its deep gold mines. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in South Africa - today, yesterday, this week and the last 30 days - including magnitude, depth and timing. Data is sourced from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and updates automatically.
Whether you are checking for a quake that happened just now, looking for a USGS-style earthquake map for South Africa, tracking tremors and seismic activity over the last 7 days, or watching for a big or major earthquake, this page stays current. For instant earthquake alerts in South Africa - the moment a quake strikes near you - the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications with custom magnitude and region rules.
Latest earthquakes in South Africa
No recent earthquakes in the QuakeMate feed for South Africa right now. Activity can begin at any time - get instant alerts with the QuakeMate app.
Did people in South Africa feel recent earthquakes?
No community-felt earthquakes reported in South Africa in the current feed. When the ground moves, QuakeMate users report what they felt in seconds - be the first.
Earthquakes in South Africa: frequently asked questions
Are there earthquakes in South Africa?
Yes. South Africa experiences natural earthquakes and notable mining-induced seismicity around its deep gold mines. While there are no significant earthquakes in the QuakeMate feed for South Africa right now, activity can begin at any time.
Is South Africa in an earthquake zone?
South Africa experiences natural earthquakes and notable mining-induced seismicity around its deep gold mines.
How many earthquakes does South Africa get per year?
The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but South Africa's rate is reflected in its recent activity: periods of quiet punctuated by sudden activity. South Africa experiences natural earthquakes and notable mining-induced seismicity around its deep gold mines. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.
Is there a tsunami warning for South Africa?
Major undersea earthquakes near South Africa can trigger tsunami warnings. QuakeMate flags tsunami-capable events on the live map and in alerts; see quakemate.app/tsunamis-in/south-africa for current tsunami risk and recent coastal activity for South Africa.
Is there an earthquake alert app for South Africa?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for South Africa, with custom magnitude and region rules so you are notified the moment a quake strikes near you. It also offers a live map, "Did You Feel It" community reports and tsunami warnings. Download it at quakemate.app/download.
What is the best app to track earthquakes in South Africa?
QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for South Africa: real-time data from USGS, EMSC and regional networks, instant push alerts, a live map, magnitude and depth for every event, and community felt reports. Available on iOS at quakemate.app/download.
Where can I see a USGS earthquake map for South Africa?
QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for South Africa on the interactive map above, updated automatically. Each event shows magnitude, depth, location and time, and links to a permalink page - a faster, mobile-friendly way to read the same USGS data.
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Get earthquake alerts for South Africa
QuakeMate sends real-time alerts the moment an earthquake strikes near you - free on iOS, with community “Did You Feel It” reports.
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Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS, EMSC and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.