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South Africa country

 

South Africa Capital: Cape Town, Pretoria, Bloemfontein

South Africa Dialing code: +27

South Africa Airport code: HPR, CDO

South Africa Continent: Africa

South Africa Area: 471,445 sq mi  (1,221,037 km2)

South Africa Currency:  South African rand

South Africa Official Language:  12 official language

South Africa Population: 63 million (Approx.)

South Africa National Day: 27 April

South Africa National Animal: springbok

South Africa National Bird:  blue crane

South Africa National Fruit: marula

South Africa National Flower: King Protea

South Africa National Tree: Real yellowwood - Podocarpus latifolius

South Africa National Sport: rugby union

South Africa Time zone: UTC +2 ( GMT +2)

South Africa Driving side: Left side of the road

South Africa Flag:



Black, yellow, and green- represent Pan-African Congress (PAC)

Red, white, and blue- represent Boer Republics and European colonists

Culture of the South Africa:

Most of South Africa has ethnic groups and a mix of rich and cultural diversity, influences. It is Indigenous. South Africa's culture is mixed with ethnic groups and religious cultures. It is both rich and diverse in some areas. The most popular religion in South Africa is Christianity.

South Africa is full of wildlife, and the people are generally friendly and welcoming to visitors. Its mixed religious influences attract visitors.

Must visit places in the South Africa:

  • Maclear's Beacon
  • Madikwe Game Reserve
  • Muizenberg Beach
  • Sodwana Bay

Traditional Festivals in South Africa:

  • Freedom Day.
  • Knysna Oyster Festival.
  • Cape Town Pride.
  • South African Cheese Festival.

South Africa Must-try Foods:

  • Potjiekos
  • Biltong
  • Bobotie
  • Chakalaka

Weather in South Africa:

Summer: December-February

Spring: September-November

Winter: June-August

Economics of the South Africa:

South Africa is more dependent on agriculture and Mining. Its GDP is $400 billion (approximately), ranking it 40 in the world. This country has 74 % debt. The natural source sector is South Africa's main source of income.

South Africa imports Broadcasting equipment, Tobacco, petroleum, food, medicines, and machinery. Its exports are coal, agriculture, steel, metals, and Gold.

South Africa's export and import partners are China, Japan, India, the USA, Germany, Italy, and the UAE.

Sports in the South Africa:

Rugby union is the most popular national sport in South Africa. Other popular sports in South Africa are football, basketball, volleyball, Squash, cycling, athletes, and Boxing.

Transport in South Africa:

How many airports are in South Africa?

There are 90 airports including international, private, and domestic.  O.R. Tambo International Airport is the biggest airport in South Africa.

South Africa's main public transport modes are buses, airlines, Railways, and water, which are low-cost ways to get around.

How many countries travel without visas to South Africa?

74 countries do not require visas, and the government grants 28 e-visas and 29 on-arrival visas. A visa is required for 95 countries.

The passport ranks 40 in the world.

Defense in South Africa:

South Africa is the safest country in the world. The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) is the military, with limited powers of 1,00,000 (approx...) active duty personnel, and people protecting their country. $3 Billion approx. budget of defense. The rank of defense in the world is 33.

South Africa Country Top 5 Interesting Facts:

  • South Africa Has has the world’s longest wine route.
  • South Africa has a trio of capitals
  • South Africa has a whopping 12 official languages
  • The world’s largest diamond was found in Pretoria
  • South Africa has the world’s largest visible crater.

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