15 Important Facts About South Africa - Facts of Nation

Facts About South Africa That You Didn't Knew About !

South Africa is the southernmost country located in Africa Continent. This Nation is officially known as Republic of South Africa. The population of South Africa is 5.8 crores. There are 3 Capital cities of South Africa, namely Pretoria, Bloemfontein and Cape Town. The largest city in South Africa is Johannesburg with the population of more than 9 lakh people. There are almost 11 official languages of South Africa - SeSotho sa Borwa, Sesotho sa Leboa, Isindebele, Afrikaans, Siswati, Setswana, XiTsonga, Tshivenda, Isizulu, IsiXhosa and South African sign language. Being a secular state, it has very diversity in religion. 'South African Rand' is the official currency of this Nation.

South Africa Facts

➤ South Africa is said to be the world's 24th most populous country, With a population of more than 5.5 crores people.

➤ You might be surprised to know that 1 in 5 people in South Africa have HIV positive, which is the biggest ratio in the world.

➤ It is believed that Table Mountain in South Africa's Cape Town is one of the oldest mountains in the world and is one of the 12 main energy centers in the World.

➤ South Africa is the only country in the world who has abandoned its own Nuclear Weapon Program.

➤ South Africa is rich in mining and minerals and is the world's leading Nation with about 90% Platinum on Earth.

➤ It sounds strange but South Africa has almost 11 languages as their official languages instead of one.

➤ There is one of the world's biggest tree located in South Africa and it is estimated to be 6000 years old. This tree is so big that its a small Bar been housed inside the tree.

➤ Rovos Rail, which is rated and crowned as the worlds most lavish and luxurious train is found only in South Africa.

➤ African bush elephant, which is supposed to be the planets biggest mammal resides in South Africa and it can weigh upto 11 tons.

➤ The wildlife in South Africa is very Bio-diverse. It boosts almost 900 species of birds.

➤ The worlds largest man-made forest in Johannesburg, South Africa almost has 60 lakh trees itself.

➤ Bungee Jumping is one of the thrilling Adventure one must try after visiting South Africa.

➤ The Worlds second largest Waterfall, Tugela falls is located in South Africa. It is more than 2500 feet high.

➤ Leather Back Turtle, which is supposed to be the worlds largest reptile is also found in South Africa.

➤ In 1967, the first Heart Transplant surgery took place at Groote Schuur Hospital in South Africa.