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South Africa operates on South Africa Standard Time (SAST), which is UTC +2 with no daylight savings.
While English is widely spoken, South Africa has 11 official languages, including Zulu and Afrikaans.
The local currency is the South African Rand (ZAR), often written as “R.”
South Africa uses the metric system (kilometres, litres, Celsius).
The country code for South Africa is +27.
South Africa experiences a diverse climate, with warm summers (November to March) and mild winters (June to August). Northern areas are dry, while coastal regions can be more temperate.
Major international airports include O.R. Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg), Cape Town International Airport, and King Shaka International Airport (Durban).
Depending on your nationality, a visa may be required for entry. Be sure to check visa requirements and apply in advance if necessary.