Motion Picture Rating System - South Africa

South Africa

South African ratings are issued, certified and regulated by the Film and Publication Board. All broadcasters, cinemas and distributors of DVD/video and computer games must comply with the following:

• A: All Ages Admitted.
• PG: All Ages Admitted, but Parental Guidance is Recommended for younger or sensitive viewers.
• 10M: Children Under 10 Must be Accompanied by an Adult.
• 13M: People Under 13 Must be Accompanied by an Adult. On The Home Video Market this rating is called 13PG which means Parental Guidance is Strongly Recommended for People Under 13.
• 10: No One Under 10 Admitted.
• 13: No One Under 13 Admitted.
• 16: No One Under 16 Admitted.
• 18: No One Under 18 Admitted.

Ratings for Video Games:

• PG: Intended for Children. Games Classified "PG" don't contain harmful or disturbing content to Children of any age, but Parental Supervision may be needed for Very Young Children.
• 13: No One Under 13 Can Play the Game.
• 16: No One Under 16 Can Play the Game.
• 18: Only Adults Can Play the Game.