It may be cheaper to do a SA CPL then convert to EASA. The cost of flying per hour in SA is definitely cheaper than Europe.
If you decide to train in SA try 43 Air school. Wouldn’t suggest lanseria due to congestion.
you probably gonna pay between
54-60 000 Euros for a CPL course at 43 Air School including accommodation.
CAE oxford charge 100 000 Euros excluding accommodation in the UK.
Find out the cost of converting a SA CPL to EASA. Then decide.
i did my CPL in 2000. I Would have liked to do it at 43 Air school but couldn’t afford it.