Yesterday saw Apple Music roll out in 100 countries around the world and, would you believe it, South Africa cracked the nod.

The new music streaming service won’t come free but it won’t exactly set you back a whole whack either. Here’s Fin24 with the numbers:

For a single membership, Apple is charging R59.99 per month. This offering gives users access to the “full Apple Music library, expert recommendations, our take on the best new music, and unlimited skips on our radio stations”.

Meanwhile, Apple Music is also selling a family package, which is accessible for up to six people, for R89.99 per month. Apple says this option requires ‘iCloud Family Sharing’.

For those who just want to dip their toes in the water without signing on for real there is also a free three-month trial membership which gives you all the bells and whistles, right across your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac or PC, without having to commit to a long-term Apple relationship.

Bad news for Android users, however, as you lot will have to wait until later this year before hopping on board.

Other African countries who were also amongst the initial 100 countries include Angola, Zimbabwe and Kenya.

Below you can see just what is in store:

There you have it. Worth the moola or just another attempt by Apple to help you part with your money? To each their own I guess…

[source:fin24]