Face 14.5° from true north, i.e. toward the North-northeast. Use a compass — or the app's live qibla compass — to line it up.
This bearing is from TRUE (geographic) north. A phone's compass points to magnetic north, which differs by a few degrees depending on location — the app's qibla compass corrects for this automatically. To be sure, check against your local mosque's mihrab.
Frequently Asked
What is the qibla direction in Pretoria in degrees?
The qibla direction in Pretoria is 14.5° from true north, toward the North-northeast.
How do I find the qibla in Pretoria?
Face 14.5° from true north (toward the North-northeast). Use the app's qibla compass for accuracy, or check against your mosque's mihrab.
Is this from magnetic or true north?
From true (geographic) north. A phone's magnetic compass needs a declination correction — the app does this automatically.
How far is Pretoria from the Kaaba?
About 5,393 km (the great-circle distance to the Kaaba in Makkah).