| Local name: Republiek van Suid-Afrika |
| Surface : 1.221.037 Kmq. |
| Population : 42.400.000 inhabitants |
| Health: No
international immunisation is needed when entering South Africa. The only inoculation
requirement is a yellow fever vaccination certificate from travellers over one year of age
entering South Africa within six days of leaving an infected country. Visitors who travel
through or disembark in these areas are advised to be inoculated against the disease
before visiting South Africa. Malaria risks - Predominantly in the malignant form P.
Falciparum - exist throughout the year in certain areas of the country. Resistance to
chloroquine has been reported. Recommended prophylaxis in risk areas: chloroquine plus
proguanil |
| Electricity: Throughout South Africa the standard
power source is 200/230 volts AC. The exceptions are Pretoria (230v) and Port
Elizabeth (200/250v). For most foreign appliances it is best to purchase an adaptor or
transformer to link in with local electrical power. |
| Climate: South Africa lies almost wholly within the
southern temperate zone, and its climate is more equable than that of corresponding
northern latitudes because of its surrounding waters. Cape Town and the southernmost part
of Western Cape has a Mediterranean-type climate and is warmer than some areas further
north that are affected by the cold Benguela Current on the west coast of Southern Africa.
The winter months are mild and changeable, this is also the time when most the rainfall
occurs. The Durban and Kwa-Zulu-Natal coastline is affected by the warm Mozambique current
and enjoys a sub-tropical climate, with plenty of sunshine throughout the year, but the
summer months can become very hot and humid. Throughout the country, however, the mean
annual temperature is just below 15.6°C (60°F). On the high veld there are sharp
differences of temperature between day and night; but there is less daily fluctuation
nearer the coast. Rainfall is unpredictable in large parts of the country, and prolonged
droughts are a serious restriction on farming in such areas. Much of South Africa gets its
rain in the summer months, but the western coastal belt is a winter rain area. Along the
Cape south coast, rain falls during both seasons. Generally the winter months are between
April and August with summer being from September to March |
| Visa: Entry permits are issued free
on arrival to visitors on holiday from many Commonwealth and most
Western European countries, as well as Japan and the USA. If you aren't
entitled to an entry permit, you'll need to get a visa (also free)
before you arrive. |
| Capital : Pretoria |
| System : Parliamentary Republic |
| Languages : Afrikaans, English, Ndebele, Pedi,
Sotho, Swazi, Tsonga, Tswana, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu |
| Religions : Christian (most whites and Coloreds and about 60%
of blacks), Hindu (60% of Indians), Muslim 2% |
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| Money : rand (R) - 1 South African Rand=100 cents |
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