I, an American, obtained a 4 year Retired Person visa a few months ago, with intent to obtain a permanent one/Financial Independence, to join my then partner, a South African national in his country. Since then we have recently split. Is it advisable for a lone woman to still relocate there?

Reason I ask is I am unfamiliar with the lay of the land having barely spent time there early this year (3 weeks), ended up in a whirlwind romance and was going to rely on my ex-partner to show me the ropes. Without him I’ll need to navigate on my own. Was to reside in Durban/Kwazulu-Natal but instead was recommended Cape Town by an acquaintance. I guess I’m seeking reassurances as I would like a fresh start anyway faraway.