With over 58 million people, it is the worlds 24thmost populous nation and covers an area of 1,221,037 kilometres 758,717 mi. Before i begin with these picture books, make sure to check out nelson mandelas autobiography for kids, a mustread on perhaps the most important leader of south africa. The africa factbook is a joint publication between the african union and book of african records on the basis of an memorandum of understanding mou that the two institutions signed in. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of south africa 2020 information contained here.
South africa is a country thats hard to forget once youve visited. The economy of south africa is the second largest in africa, after nigeria. Learn english country 14 south africa facts for kids. For south africa, political turmoil and a long history of government denial fueled an epidemic that had reached disastrous proportions by the late 1990s and early 2000s. The central part of the plateau is known as the highveld. An image of a shockingly inaccurate map may have once appeared in a textbook, but the current version of that work is correct. They should also make sure they have at least 2 blank pages in their passport for any entry stamp that will be required. South africas youthful population is gradually aging, as the countrys total fertility rate tfr has declined dramatically from about 6 children per woman in the 1960s to roughly 2. Current south african politics are dominated by the african national congress anc, which received 69. Apart from platinum, south africa leads in mining metals and minerals. It is a fact that south africa is one of the most beautiful countries in the world.
South africa in fact south african information service. The metal is the costliest and jewellery made from it is considered elite. South africa is an uppermiddleincome economy one of only eight such countries in africa. South africa is one of the most developed countries in africa with an amazing population of 50. The country stretches across 471,445 square miles, making it the 24th largest in the world. South africa is one of africas choicest countries that are spearheading development on the continent. South africas economic policy has focused on controlling inflation while empowering a broader economic base. Coetzee, who won the nobel prize for literature in 2003, and the man booker prize for both this novel and another book of his, disgrace. The narrative is structured around several pivotal events, such as the dutch settlers decision to rely on imported slaves and the union of south africa in 1910, which paved the way for apartheid. There are 57 million people living in south africa as of 2018. South africa is a land that has been inhabited for thousands and thousands of year. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of south africa 2018 information contained here. South africa is a middleincome, emerging market with an abundant supply of natural resources.
World factbook travel facts south africa passportvisa requirements us citizens should make sure their passport will not expire for at least 30 days after they enter the country even if they do not intend to stay that long. The african national congress anc led the opposition to apartheid and many top anc leaders, such as nelson mandela, spent decades in south africas. This bridge forms part of the n2 highway connecting cape town with durban. Cia world fact book, 2004south africa wikisource, the free. South africa cia world factbook the best country factbook.
South africa has a population of 54,956,900 people, making it the 25th most populous country in the world. In the past few years, cape town was often voted as one of the most beautiful cities in the world to visit. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of south africa people 2015 information contained here. South africa is located at the southern end of africa. Was joe biden arrested in south africa in the 1970s. The information regarding south africa on this page is republished from the 2020 world fact book of the united states central intelligence agency and other sources. So we are not surprised you and many others are keen to visit this city for a holiday or doing an internship. Apr 03, 2018 december 25, 2017, was the worst christmas for the warmback family. Bleak, haunting and entirely captivating, the life and times of michael k is about the physical and spiritual journey of a man who travels throughout wartorn south africa on a. Nelson mandelas autobiography tells his inspiring story from childhood to the fight against apartheid, his 27 years in prison, and how he negotiated with his oppressors for the first democratic elections in south africa and became president. There are many fun facts about south africa that even people who have lived in south africa their entire lives may. South africa is a middleincome emerging market with an abundant supply of natural resources.
Starting in 1910 with unification, south africa had its own parliament which passed laws specific for south africa, building on those previously passed for the individual member colonies. Some would even say that its a part of the cradle of modern day humans, and. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about south africa 2018 should be addressed to the cia. The seas around south africa are also full of incredible creatures in fact, around 2,000 marine species visit south african waters at some point during the year. Most of south africa is a plateau, or a raised, fairly flat area. When planning a visit to a new country, the first thing you are likely to do is to buy a guidebook on the place. The political and cultural history adds additional nuance, making a destination thats immensely explorable. South africa facts 8 interesting facts about south africa. The country which had been an apartheid country recently hosted the fifa world cup in 2010 but there are other fascinating facts about south africa that you probably have not heard of before in this article, well bring to light the best 10 amazing and fun facts about south africa. In fact, south africa has three capital cities read more below.
The world factbook 1990south africa wikisource, the free online. Facts about south africa things to know about south africa. Dutch traders landed at the southern tip of modern day south africa in 1652 and established a stopover point on the spice route between the netherlands and. Even today, despite plunging death rates and greater leadership on the aids war front, the rate of new hiv infections continue to rise year on year. The layout is straightforward and easy to read with only the important information for people that do not have the time to read larger books and want the most important advice for.
Despite being the second most visited country in africa moroccos first, there are probably still some south africa facts that you dont know the country is filled to the brim with amazing sights. Jul 15, 2018 did a science textbook mistake africa for south america. The festivities began two days before with the arrival of keith and glenda warmbacks children from the us. David bristow is a south africaborn editor, author, travel journalist, and environmental scientist who writes about africa. Here are some interesting facts about south africa for kids which were chosen and researched by kids especially for kids. The full name of south africa is the republic of south africa, rsa, za. Kids can write down facts about south africa as they research the country together through websites or books. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. The highest commercial bridge bungee jump in the world can be done in south africa. Did a science textbook mistake africa for south america. The resulting union of south africa operated under a policy of apartheid the separate development of the races. Africa is the worlds hottest continent, and the worlds second driest continent. On its face, this claim appears utterly implausible since soweto, a township of south africas largest city johannesburg, is located nearly 900 miles. South africa, officially the republic of south africa rsa, is the southernmost country in africa.
Evidently, coetzee is a talented and well know south african novelist. South africa took a census october 1996 that showed a population of 40,583,611 after an official adjustment for a 6. Childrens books about south africa kid world citizen. A bestseller in south africa and successful abroad, the book has been reissued with additional material. Provide context for the sasol khanyisa transaction description of the operations and business of sasol south africa limited ssa. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Economic growth has decelerated in recent years, slowing to an estimated 0. Boulders beach in cape town is home to a protected colony of african penguins. Best south african books meet your next favorite book. There was food and celebration as the couple saw their oneyearold granddaughter for the first time.
Here we are sharing some of our top facts about south africa. Since 1996, at the end of over twelve years of international sanctions, south africas gross domestic. Cape town, south africa, was founded in 1652 by the dutch east india companys jan van riebeeck. Africa is the second most populous continent in the world, with over 1. Read south africa fact book by available from rakuten kobo. South africa is a multiethnic society encompassing a wide variety of cultures, languages, and religions. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of south africa people 2018 information contained here. Last month we gave you 20 interesting facts about the land down under. This book contains 69 important facts and tips that will help you save money, avoid common tourist scams, stay safe and maximize your south african adventure. Whats more, this magnificent country gets to enjoy one of natures most spectacular underwater events, the sardine run. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. South africa was once the worlds number one producer of gold. Life and times of michael k is written by south african novelist j.
December 25, 2017, was the worst christmas for the warmback family. Reuters ranked south africa 6th in global gold production in 2012, just 6% of the world total, its worst year for production since 1905. Africa is the secondlargest continent in the world, making up approximately 22% of the earth s total land area and 6% of earths total surface. Republic of south africa, rsa, za zuid africa meaning south africa. From animal preserves to native plants, sort out the facts in this quiz about south africa. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle. Mar, 2018 south africa facts for kids the official name of south africa is the republic of south africa. Learn all about the country of south africa while participating in a shared research project with your kids work together as a whole class, or let your kids work in small groups during literacy stations. This pattern is similar to fertility trends in south asia, the middle east, and north africa, and sets south africa apart from the rest of sub.
An image of a shockingly inaccurate map may have once appeared in. South africa is located on the southern tip of the african continent. Another interesting fact about south africa is that the country supplies 80% of the worlds platinum. South africa administered namibia until independence was achieved on 21 march 1990. You might know already that south africa has 11 official languages and was the recent host of the 2010 fifa world cup, but here are 20 lesser known facts about this friendly and fascination country. The book also debunks many of the most common myths about south. Africa south africa the world factbook central intelligence. Top 10 most popular and mustread south african books. It lies between 3,940 and 5,900 feet 1,200 and 1,800 meters above sea level. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. With these 82 interesting facts about south africa, let us learn more about its people, culture, wildlife, geography, history, industries. In south africa, the city is referred to as tshwane as the municipality changed its name in 2007. As a regional manufacturing hub, it is the most industrialized and diversified economy on the continent. Cia world fact book, 2004south africa wikisource, the.
The information regarding south africa on this page is republished from the 2020 world fact book of the united states central. South africa for kids south africa facts for kids geography. If you only read one book before visiting south africa, make it long walk to freedom. The general knowledge book series, are designed for specific country, are one of the most admired book for the improveme. Since the country is the major producer, it controls the price of platinum worldwide. Reports video center related links home library publications. South africa is an uppermiddleincome economy by the world bank one of only four such countries in africa alongside botswana, gabon and mauritius.
The official name for the country is the republic of south africa. South africa is a country that is located in the southernmost part of africa. A south african explores the madness in his country, his tribe and himself, this book was a bestseller in south africa and elsewhere when it came out in 1990. Pretorias nickname is the jacaranda city due to the many jacaranda trees. South africa is also part of the g20, an international forum for the worlds top 20 economies. Sasol south africa at a glance 12 full year 2018 highlights 12 did you know. Many people who have travelled all over the globe keeps coming back to south africa because of its natural beauty. In the heart of the garden route, the bridge is situated 216 metres above the bloukrans river. Fun facts about south africa immigration south africa. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Frank welshs a history of south africa is a vividly written, definitive guide to south africas turbulent past.
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