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South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa (RSA), is the southernmost country in Africa. With over 59 million people, it is the world's 24th-most populous nation and covers an area of 1,221,037 square kilometres (471,445 sq mi). South Africa has three capital cities: executive Pretoria, judicial Bloemfontein and legislative Cape Town. The largest city is Johannesburg. About 80% of South Africans are of Black African ancestry, divided among a variety of ethnic groups speaking different African languages. The remaining population consists of Africa's largest communities of European, Asian, and multiracial ancestry.

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Tensions as suspects in S Africa farm murder case appear in court Tense scenes outside a court in South Africa at hearing for two Black men charged with killing a white farmer. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:43Published 2 weeks ago

Tensions rise in South Africa over farm killing A tense standoff between white farmers and black activists gripped the South African town of Senekal on Friday.View on euronews Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:50Published 2 weeks ago

South Africa rugby fans give their verdict on Championship withdrawal Rugby fans in Cape Town are disappointed by the Springboks' decision to pull out of the Rugby Championship in Australia. Credit: Reuters - Sports Duration: 00:58Published 2 weeks ago

World champs South Africa withdraw from Rugby Championship World champions South Africa will not take part in the Rugby Championship due effects of COVID-19 pandemic Credit: Reuters - Sports Duration: 01:02Published 2 weeks ago

Holidaymaker almost loses toe from spider bite An intrepid traveller who survived swimming with sharks on the trip of alifetime told how he was so badly bitten by a venomous spider on the sameholiday that doctors threatened to amputate his toe... Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 02:17Published on October 5, 2020

Watch: How Mahatma Gandhi's ‘passive resistance’ inspired Nelson Mandela Mahatma Gandhi inspired millions across the globe with his ideals. From ‘non-violence’ to ‘satyagraha’, Gandhi’s legacy transcends borders and generations. Among the many that Gandhi inspired.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 01:52Published on October 1, 2020

South Africa: Gauteng rail service disrupted by vandalism In South Africa, Gauteng's railway system grinds to a halt, leaving hundreds of thousands stranded. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:46Published on September 20, 2020

Foreigners 'live in constant fear' in South Africa, Human Rights Watch reports Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:21Published on September 18, 2020

Officers accused of killing South African teen to appear in court Killing of Nathaniel Julies, a 16-year-old boy with Down syndrome, sparked outcry and protests against police brutality. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:40Published on September 11, 2020

South Africans in vaccine trial hope 'to save the world' Khensani Nkuna is a volunteer in AstraZeneca's experimental coronavirus vaccine trial in South Africa and she hopes to "save the world". Colette Luke has the latest. Credit: Reuters - Politics Duration: 02:35Published on September 10, 2020

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