South Africa qualified two boats based on its performance at the 2018 World Qualification Event.

[1] South Africa qualified one dancer based on its performance at the 2018 World Youth Breaking Championship.

[4] South Africa qualified a mixed pair based on its performance at the 2018 Acrobatic Gymnastics World Championship.

[6] South Africa qualified two boats based on its performance at the 2017 World Junior Rowing Championships.

[8][9] South Africa qualified one sport shooter based on its performance at the 2017 African Championships.