Ronnie - I think this is a really useful thread. I too am on the verge of taking the plunge into F/T 0 to ATPL training and am looking for both value in my training and a reputable, 'customer facing' organisation. The comments on here are really helping to support the other research I have completed and I think my first option has to be Bristol Aviation's Professional Pilot Programme. It is extremely competitively priced, is an established training course and the team down there couldn't be more helpful. I'll let you know how I get on but have signed up to start with them early Feb.
Maybe I'll see you in South Africa