South Africa

About South Africa

South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa, is a country in Southern Africa. Its capital and largest political center is Pretoria. It covers an area of roughly 1,221,037 square kilometers.

The main languages spoken across South Africa include Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu. Day-to-day trade runs on the South African rand (ZAR), which you can check against your own currency using our Currency Converter. South Africa has its own coastline, giving it direct access to maritime trade routes.

FAQs

What is the capital of South Africa?
Pretoria is the capital of South Africa.

What currency is used in South Africa?
Day-to-day trade runs on the South African rand (ZAR), which you can check against your own currency using our Currency Converter.

How many countries border South Africa?
South Africa shares a land border with 6 countries.

What is the calling code for South Africa?
To call South Africa from abroad, dial the international access code followed by +27.