South Africa is a country in Southern Africa, Africa with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about South Africa that most people don't know.
South Africa has 11 official languages — more than any other country. It is also the only country to have voluntarily dismantled its nuclear weapons program.
South Africa has 11 official languages — the most of any country in the world.
South Africa is the only country to have voluntarily dismantled its nuclear weapons.
South Africa hosted the first heart transplant in 1967 by Dr Christiaan Barnard.
The Cradle of Humankind near Johannesburg has the world's richest collection of human fossils.
South Africa has 11 official languages — more than any other country. It is also the only country to have voluntarily dismantled its nuclear weapons program.
South Africa is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
A flat-topped UNESCO mountain towering over Cape Town and Table Bay
South Africa's iconic Big Five safari reserve — one of Africa's largest game reserves
The dramatic rocky headland where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet
A UNESCO island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 of his 27 years
South Africa has 11 official languages — more than any other country. It is also the only country to have voluntarily dismantled its nuclear weapons program.
The capital of South Africa is Pretoria / Cape Town / Bloemfontein.
South Africa has a population of approximately 60.1M.
The official language of South Africa is 11 official languages.
South Africa gained independence in 1910.
South Africa uses the Rand (ZAR).