South Africa today

Far more varied than just the famous "Big Five" - and supported by an extraordinary biological diversity. Discover it for yourself.

Art, dance, literature, music, theatre - not forgetting food and wine - all the facets of our rich cultural kaleidoscope.

Safeguarded by one of the world's most progressive constitutions, an independent judiciary, a free press and a robust multi-party political system.

Private and public institutions, government policy and spending, schools, universities and technikons, resources, links and more.

Two oceans, almost 3 000km of coastline, and massive geo- and biodiversity. Get the lie of the land, and gear up for a great climate!

A constitutional democracy with a three-tier system of government - national, provincial and local - each with its own executive and legislative authority.

The transformation of our public health care system, how it relates to a fast-growing private health care sector, and the challenges it faces.

Take a quick tour through our rich, dramatic history - then discover some of the ways in which you can bring it to life!

A free and flourishing press, liberalised public and commercial radio and TV, vibrant community radio stations, a rapidly expanding internet presence and a resurgent film industry.

We're not called "the rainbow nation" for nothing - there are over 46-million South Africans with a wide variety of cultures, languages and religious beliefs.

Find out why South Africa is a centre for science and technology research, development and innovation on the continent.

New houses, schools, clinics, hospitals, electricity, clean water ... Find out what the government's been up to since 1994.

Development for 'people, planet, prosperity' didn't start in South Africa with the 2002 World Summit. It didn't end there, either.

It's the national religion. Transcending race, politics or language group, sport unites the country - get a piece of the action!