Category: History

South Africa has 12 public holidays which was determined by the Public Holidays Act (Act No 36 of 1994). As determined by the Act, whenever any public holiday falls on …

The national anthem of South Africa which was adopted in 1997 combines extracts from the Xhosa hymn Nkosi Sikelel’ iAfrika (“God Bless Africa”) with extracts from the former national anthem Die Stem …

South Africa uses a range of national symbols to identify the country which includes: National flag, National Anthem, National Bird, National Animal, National Fish, National Flower, Coat of Arms …

Southern Africa is the southernmost region of the African continent with a number of independent states including South Africa. There are several countries in Southern Africa just like in …

The distinctive charm of South Africa comes from its history and also by moments of great change and strides of progress brought about by a people united in a …

South Africa Facts Official name: Republic of South Africa Population: 51.8-million (Census 2011) • 56.5-million (2017 mid-year population estimates) Currency: Rand (ZAR). One rand (R) = 100 cents Time: Two hours ahead of …

The South African Army is known as the army of South Africa. It was first formed after the Union of South Africa was created in 1910. Through this post, we will be taking a …

South Africa is one of the most valuable nations in the world due to its vast reserves of minerals, many of which are yet to be tapped. Its reserves …