How many pieces of luggage can you take on your United and then Lufthansa flight I am flying from the States to South Africa via Frankfurt?

According to the United Airlines website, the baggage allowance for travelers flying from the United States to South Africa via Frankfurt is as follows:

* Checked baggage: 2 pieces, each weighing up to 50 pounds (23 kilograms).

* Carry-on baggage: 1 piece, plus 1 personal item such as a purse or laptop bag. The carry-on bag must not exceed 9 inches x 14 inches x 22 inches (22 centimeters x 35 centimeters x 56 centimeters) in size, and the personal item must not exceed 8 inches x 18 inches x 14 inches (20 centimeters x 45 centimeters x 35 centimeters) in size.

Please note that these are the general baggage allowances for United Airlines flights. Lufthansa may have different baggage allowances, so it's best to check with them directly to confirm your baggage allowance for your specific flight.