Want to learn about South Africa? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about South Africa
| Capital | Cape Town |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Population | 59,300,000 |
| Languages | Afrikaans, English, Zulu, Xhosa |
| Currency | South African Rand |
| National symbol | Springbok |
People in South Africa often speak Afrikaans, English, Zulu, Xhosa.
Fun facts about South Africa for kids
- Has 11 official languages
- Home to the oldest meteor scar
- Rainbow Nation concept
- Nelson Mandela legacy
Famous places in South Africa
- Table Mountain
- Kruger National Park
- Robben Island
Nature and symbols of South Africa
- Springbok
- National sport: Rugby
Going to South Africa with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Find Cape Town, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag 🇿🇦 so your child can find it when you land.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Table Mountain.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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