May 31, 1910
Pretoria
63.2 million (2023)
Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu, Southern Sotho
Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa
South African Rand (ZAR)
377.95 billion USD (2023)
South Africa
About
The nation is located at the southernmost tip of Africa. In
1948, the National Party implemented apartheid, which legalized racial
segregation. In the 1980s, discriminatory laws began to be repealed, and a
democratic government was established in 1994.
South Africa is a diverse and vibrant country in Southern Africa, known for its spectacular landscapes, rich history, wildlife and cultural heritage. It is one of Africa's largest economies and a top global tourist destination, famous for its safaris, Table Mountain and its struggle for freedom led by Nelson Mandela.
Trivia
Fossil remains of human ancestors dating back almost three
million years have been discovered. Over 12,000 elephants, 27,000 African
buffalos, 1000 leopards, and other wildlife can be found in Kruger National
Park. Here, in 1967, the world's first heart transplant was performed.
