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Assuming you mean "want" and not "won't"(which is the exact opposite": as a US citizen you don't need a visa
U.S. citizens (U.S. passport holders) visiting the Republic of South Africa for ninety (90) days or less for tourism / business purposes do not need visas.
Source: https://www.southafrica-newyork.net/homeaffairs/visitorsvisa.htm
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The official South African consulate in New York says US citizens do not need a visa for a visit of up to 90 days.
U.S. citizens (U.S. passport holders) visiting the Republic of South Africa for ninety (90) days or less for tourism / business purposes do not need visas.
In addition, your passport must be valid until at least 30 days after your intended date of departure from South Africa.
Foreigners who wish to visit South Africa must have passports / travel documents valid for thirty (30) more days after the intended return date from South Africa.
Just make sure your passport has enough time left before its expiration, (renew it if it doesn't) book your tickets and go.