The South Africa Guide

South Africa Tourism – South African Game Reserves

admin — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 18:30:54 +0000

South Africa contains a copious amount of Game and Wildlife reserves both National and Private, which can be found in every province of this amazingly beautiful country. They have an abundance of animal and bird life as well as coastal regions with marine life reserves where dolphins, whales and other sea life can be seen. [...]

South Africa – South African Tourism – Kruger National Park

admin — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:45:15 +0000

Africa is known for its extraordinary wildlife and South Africa is no exception. There are Game Reserves throughout the Country where one can drive around and experience an abundance of wild animals at close range. The largest Game Reserve in South Africa is The Kruger National Park. Known throughout the world as one of the [...]

South Africa – A look at South African History

admin — Fri, 28 May 2010 02:00:39 +0000

The recorded history of South Africa only goes back from the time of the Explorers Vasco Da Gama and Bartholomew Diaz in the 15th century, and the eventual establishment of a trading station at the Cape of Good Hope when the Dutch East India Company sent Jan Van Riebeeck to build a settlement with the [...]

African Tribes – South African Tribes -South Africa Culture

admin — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:34:34 +0000

A list of all the African Tribes in South Africa with a brief explanation on each of them.

South Africa Traditional food – Authentic South African foods – different types of cuisine

admin — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:33:00 +0000

South African Traditional dishes that are loved by all and have become a symbol of the Country. The unique names that have been given to these authentic South African foods.

South African Tourist sites – South Africa Travel – KwaZulu Natal

admin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 13:42:58 +0000

KwaZulu Natal, a breathtaking region that is filled with natural beauty, sandy beaches and high mountains. A wonderful place to visit while touring South Africa

South Africa – South African Sport And Culture

admin — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:05:38 +0000

The Food, diverse culture, famous people and the Sports of South Africa are all a great part of what makes up this beautiful country

South African Tourism – South Africa – The Free State Province

admin — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 13:55:46 +0000

A description of the The Free State Province of South Africa, what to do while touring South Africa, where to go while touring South Africa and the many places in the Free State that should be seen

South Africa Tourism – South African Sightseeing – The Cape Provinces

admin — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 13:22:47 +0000

Outline of the Cape Provinces with places to tour throughout the area, sites to see and things to do in this magnificent region of South Africa

South Africa Economy – South African Natural resources

admin — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 13:21:23 +0000

South Africa has a number of natural resources besides the well known ones like gold and diamonds. Here you can find out exactly what the country grows

South Africa – South African Provinces – The Transvaal

admin — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:44:03 +0000

The Transvaal, with places to visit throughout the area, sites to see and things to do while touring in this magnificent region of South Africa

South Africa – South African Wild Coast – Kei Mouth

admin — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 08:00:02 +0000

The small village of Kei Mouth is situated along the Wild Coast of South Africa on the banks of the Kei River where it enters the Indian Ocean not far from East London. This charming little spot together with its nearby neighbor Morgan’s Bay have not yet been fully discovered by tourists. It is still [...]

South Africa – Holiday Resorts – Mossel Bay

admin — Sat, 12 Mar 2011 16:16:50 +0000

Mossel Bay is a seaport and seaside resort situated between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, South Africa on the shores of the Indian Ocean. This warm and welcoming historical town is regarded as the beginning of the Garden Route. A number of explorers and seafarers of the 15th century including Bartholomew Diaz and Vasco da [...]

South Africa Tourist Attractions – South African Places Of Interest – Sudwala Caves

admin — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 19:07:19 +0000

About 37 km north-west of Nelspruit in Mpumalanga South Africa, in the Mankelekele Mountains are the Sudwala Caves. These Caves are believed to have been formed 3,000 million years ago, making them amongst the oldest system of caves in the world. They are 30 km long but accessibility is limited to about 600 meters. In [...]

Traditional Pickled Curried Fish recipe

admin — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 19:54:12 +0000

Traditional Pickled Curried Fish Ingredients 1 kg Fish of your choice (filleted) 2 large Onions ½ cup vinegar Salt and Pepper 1 tablespoon flour 1 tablespoon good quality curry powder 1 tablespoon sugar 2 cups water Sultanas (optional) Bay leaves Black Pepper Corns. Instructions Fry battered fish in usual way. Fry onions in oil until [...]

South African tourist sites – Touring South Africa – Royal Natal National Park

admin — Sun, 26 Dec 2010 16:54:42 +0000

The Royal Natal National Park is located in the heart of the Drakensberg Mountains and is part of the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site in the province of KwaZulu Natal. The park is famous for its impressive scenic beauty and amazing mountain trails that are a delight for walkers and hikers as well as [...]

South Africa Tourist Spots – South African Towns – Darling

admin — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 15:22:15 +0000

The small town of Darling is situated 23 km inland along the Western Cape Coast of South Africa. Darling was established in 1853 and named after the Lieutenant Governor of the Cape at that time, Sir Charles Henry Darling when his farm, Langfontein was established. This charming little town is renowned for its stunning displays [...]

South African Industry – Natural Resources of South Africa – Sugar Industry

admin — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 18:00:32 +0000

As early as 1672 efforts were made to grow sugarcane at the Cape of Good Hope which ended in failure and it was only at the start of colonization in Natal that the growing of sugar cane proved to be successful. Before the first settlers arrived in Natal, sugar cane (called Umoba) had been grown [...]

South African Culture – Tribes of South Africa – Shangaan (Tsonga)

admin — Sat, 09 Oct 2010 15:24:51 +0000

The Shangaan tribe was formed when Shaka the Zulu King decided to conquer the Tsonga tribe and he sent out his warriors led by Soshangane to do this. But Soshangane chose instead to set up a new tribe when he came upon some communities of peaceful people spread and some land that seemed fertile. These [...]

South African Tribes – Chiefs of the Zulu Nation – Dingaan

admin — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 20:05:38 +0000

Dingaan (Dingane) was born in 1795, half brother of Shaka. He became King of the Zulu tribe in 1828 after successfully assassinating Shaka who was King at the time. There was a lot of rivalry within the tribe with many not being happy with the assasination of Shaka. Dingaan claimed he was a man of [...]

South Africa Food – South African Cuisine – Potjies

admin — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 15:49:43 +0000

Potjies are traditional South African cast iron pots, they are becoming increasingly popular in many countries around the world. In South Africa it is used as an alternative or even sometimes at the same time as a traditional barbeque. The Pot itself is rounded at the bottom and has 3 legs and is allowed to [...]

Tribes of South Africa – Zulu Chiefs – Shaka

admin — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 14:45:27 +0000

Shaka (Chaka) was born towards the end of the 18th century in what is now KwaZulu-Natal. His mother, Nandi, was the daughter of a past chief of the Elangeni tribe and his father Senzangakona was the chief of the very small Zulu tribe. Nandi was barely tolerated by the Zulu people and Shaka’s childhood was [...]

South African Recipes – Sweet Dishes – Poffertjies

admin — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 06:37:17 +0000

Recipe: Poffertjies Summary: Originating in Holland, these traditional Dutch treats are similar to pancakes but are much fluffier. They can be served with any sweet topping. Ingredients !/2 cup milk or water 4 ounces butter 1 ½ cups flour 3 eggs Oil Castor sugar Instructions Boil milk or water and add butter, stir in flour [...]

South Africa – South African Recipes – Tomato Bredie

admin — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 17:00:44 +0000

Recipe: Tomato Bredie Summary: South African Style Stew Ingredients 2 medium onions 3 tablespoons oil 1 kilogram neck of lamb 1 kilogram sliced tomatoes 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ½ cup water Small piece finely chopped chilli 2 teaspoons sugar Instructions Brown onions lightly in heated oil. Add the meat cut [...]

Food In South Africa – South African Recipes – Koeksisters

admin — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 17:17:28 +0000

Recipe: Koeksisters A very sweet and sticky South African pastry that was originally introduced in South Africa by the Cape Malay slaves. It is very similar to a doughnut but coated in syrup and is twisted to look like a braid. Ingredients 1/2 cake of yeast ½ cup water 1 cup milk 4-5 cups flour [...]

South African Recipes – Food in South Africa – Monkey Gland Sauce

admin — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 20:21:05 +0000

Recipe: Monkey Gland Sauce Summary: A delicious South African sauce Ingredients 2 chopped onions Olive oil 1 clove crushed garlic 2 tablespoons tomato ketchip 2 tablespoons Worchester Sauce 2 tablespoons fruit chutney 2 tablespoons sweet red wine. Sea Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Instructions Fry the onion in the olive oil until [...]

South Africa Food – South African deserts – Melktert

admin — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 17:32:09 +0000

Recipe: Melktert Ingredients 1 pint milk 1 cinnamon stick 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons butter Pinch salt 4 tablespoons flour Little cold milk 2 eggs ½ lb short or flaky pastry Cinnamon sugar Instructions Bring milk, cinnamon stick, sugar, butter and salt to the boil. Remove cinnamon stick. Blend flour smoothly with a little cold [...]

South African Food – Recipes – Sosaties

admin — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 15:49:54 +0000

Recipe: Sosaties (Dutch Kababs) Ingredients Lamb (quantity according to how many servings you need) 2 or 3 chopped onions 2 or 3 tablespoons lamb fat (this can be discarded after cooking) 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons salt ¼ teaspoon pepper 2 cups vinegar 6 lemon or orange leaves (coarsely chopped) 1 [...]

South African Food – Recipes – Babotie

admin — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 15:14:17 +0000

Recipe: BOBOTIE Ingredients 1 kilo mutton or beef minced 1 slice white bread 1 cup water 2 onions chopped 2 tablespoons curry powder 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 eggs 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Salt and pepper according to taste 3 or 4 bay leaves Chopped almonds Instructions Soak the bread in half [...]

South Africa – South African Cape Province – District 6

admin — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:52:35 +0000

In 1867 the Sixth Municipal District of Cape Town was established. This area was home to community of immigrants, laborers and freed slaves which made it a lively and animated part of the city of Cape Town. The area was referred to as District 6 and most of the inhabitants were colored people including a [...]

South Africa -South African Travel – Messina

admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:19:39 +0000

The town of Musina (Messina) is situated in the Northern Transvaal (Limpopo province) on the border of Zimbabwe and is the most northerly South African town. The Beitbridge Border Post into Zimbabwe and to northern Africa is located along the great North Road which is the busiest road in Africa and is only 15 km [...]

South Africa – South African Touring sites – Storms River Village

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:00:05 +0000

The small quaint village of Storms River is situated on the edge of the Tsitsikamma National Park and only a short distance to the East of Knysna and north of Plettenberg Bay. This little village offers a wide variety of accommodation for visitors wishing to enjoy the many activities available in the area. Wander down [...]

South Africa History – Famous South Africans– Paul Kruger

admin — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 16:18:02 +0000

Paul Kruger (Stephanus Johannes Paulus) was the last President of the South African Republic and regarded by many as the greatest figure produced by Afrikanerdom. He came from a family of German immigrants. Born in the Eastern Cape in 1825, it is believed that he was born on the farm Bulhoek near Steynsberg but later [...]

Heroes of South Africa – South African History – Dick King

admin — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 18:54:40 +0000

Richard “Dick” Phillip King is a name that is memorable in South African history. One of 13 children he was born in Chatham England on the 28th November 1813 and together with his parents came to South Africa as part of the 1820 settlers program. The family first settled in Albany in the Cape Colony [...]

South African Financiers – Famous People Of South Africa – Sir George Albu

admin — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 23:04:34 +0000

Sir George Albu was a celebrated Mining magnate of German-Jewish descent who was born in Brandenburg, Germany in 1857 and together with his brother Leopold immigrated to South Africa in 1876. After working in Cape Town in a department store for some time, he and his brother moved to the diamond fields in Kimberley. Whilst [...]

Touring South Africa – South African Cultural Sites – Lesedi Cultural Village

admin — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 20:00:32 +0000

Situated within easy reach of both Johannesburg and Pretoria is the Lesedi Cultural Village where visitors will be welcomed with African warmth by music and song and enjoy finding out about the traditional cultures of the Pedi, Zulu, Xhosa, Basotho and Ndebele tribes of South Africa. In 1993 Lesedi, the seSotho word meaning “light”, was [...]

South Africa – Famous Personalities in South African History – Sir Cecil John Rhodes

admin — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 05:47:42 +0000

One of the foremost personalities in South African history was the statesman and empire builder Sir Cecil John Rhodes. Rhodes was born in England on July 5th 1853 in the town of Bishop’s Stortford. At the age of 17 he was sent to Natal after he had been ill with a weakness of the lungs [...]

Touring South Africa – South African Provinces – Gauteng

admin — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 11:02:56 +0000

Gauteng is the smallest of the nine provinces of South Africa and was formed from part of the original Transvaal province. In April 1994 after the first all race elections took place and the province was divided up, after this division, the area that is now Gauteng was originally called Pretoria-Witwatersrand-Vereeniging (PWV) but in December [...]

South Africa Tourism – South African Historic sites – The Voortrekker Monument

admin — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:10:09 +0000

The Voortrekker Monument was built to honor the Voortrekkers who started to leave behind British Rule in the Cape Colony between 1835 and 1854 and with enormous courage and resolve travelled in a number of large groups inland facing many dangers and hardships along the way, in an effort to make a new and better [...]

South Africa Culture – South African Authors – Gordimer and J.M. Coetzee

admin — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:32:46 +0000

South Africa has produced a diversity of writers many of whom have distinguished themselves in the literary world. With 11 official languages, writers from nearly all the recognized tongues of South Africa including English, Afrikaans, Sesotho and Setswana have made their literary mark in both fiction and factual works. Two South African Authors have won [...]

South Africa – South African Towns – De Aar

admin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 18:37:07 +0000

The South African Town De Aar is situated in the Northern Cape Province on the rail line between Cape Town and Kimberley which was established in the late 19th century. It is the second most important rail junction in South Africa. The rail lines from the Eastern and Western Cape, the Transvaal provinces, Zimbabwe and [...]

South Africa Tourism –South African Towns – Port Edward

admin — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 19:29:44 +0000

Port Edward is the most southerly town on the south coast of KwaZulu-Natal, approximately 170 km from Durban and close to the border of the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. The area between Port Edward and the town of Port Shepstone further north is known as the Hibiscus Coast. In 1831 a crisis arose [...]

Holiday in South Africa – South African Tourist sites – Port Shepstone

admin — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:39:26 +0000

Port Shepstone is situated on the South Coast of the KwaZulu-Natal Province in South Africa approximately 120 km from Durban. It is the largest town along this coastline and was founded in1867 at the time that marble was discovered in the area and named after Sir Theophilus Shepstone, a Natal statesman of Victorian days. As [...]

Travel South Africa – South African Tourism – Port St Johns

admin — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:28:37 +0000

Port St Johns is situated on the Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. This authentic example of an African village is set on the Umzimvubu River (Xhosa for Hippo) and indisputably the jewel of the Wild Coast. It has become known as a popular part of the itinerary of backpackers from [...]

South African holidays – South Africa Tourist sites – Cape Agulhas

admin — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:00:16 +0000

The most southerly point of Africa is Cape Agulhas named by the Portuguese explorers and meaning Needle Cape. Situated in the Overberg Region of the Western Cape Province, it is the official meeting point of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans. It is widely believed that Cape Point is both the most southerly tip of Africa [...]

South Africa Touring sites – South African Cities – Kimberley

admin — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 11:38:26 +0000

Kimberley is a city situated in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa. It is the capital of the Northern Cape and lies near the convergence of the Vaal and Orange Rivers. Kimberley is the centre of the diamond industry and is known as “Diamond City” and named after the Earl of Kimberley, who was [...]

South African Diamond Industry – Diamonds in South Africa – Ernest Oppenheimer

admin — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 06:55:38 +0000

Sir Ernest Oppenheimer was a South African mining and industrial magnate. He was born in the 1880 at Friedberg in Hesse, Germany and arrived in London when he was only a young man, to join his older brother Louis at the firm of Anton Dunkelsbuhler who was a relative. Dunkelsbuhler was a well known diamond [...]

South Africa – South African Cities – Bethlehem

admin — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 20:45:47 +0000

Bethlehem is situated in the eastern Free State Province of South Africa and is a significant farming and commercial centre as well as being at the northern end of the mountain route. It is a tourist center for Golden Gate National Park as well as for the Drakensberg. Bethlehem is a very rich producer of [...]

South Africa Touring – South African Cities – Welkom

admin — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 20:22:33 +0000

Welkom is the second largest city in the Free State Province of South Africa and the youngest city in South Africa. It was founded in 1947 and grew at an immense pace on account of the enormous development of the neighboring gold mines. The Afrikaans word Welkom means welcome and the name suits it indeed [...]

South African History – Gold in South Africa – The Witwatersrand

admin — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 23:55:44 +0000

The Witwatersrand is a word in Afrikaans which means “The Ridge of white waters”. It is a range of hills in the Gauteng province South Africa that contains most of the worlds gold reserves. These rich gold bearing reefs stretch from 40 miles east of Johannesburg to 90 miles west and even further into the [...]

South Africa – South African Great Karoo Area – Prince Albert

admin — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 19:10:47 +0000

The Karoo is situated in the Cape, South Africa. It is an arid semi desert region and is divided into two sub-regions: The little (Klein) Karoo in the south and the Great Karoo in the north. The word Karoo originates from the Khoisan language and means “great thirst”. Approximately 400 km North-east of Cape Town, [...]

South Africa Sights – South African Attractions – Hout Bay

admin — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 19:30:46 +0000

Hout Bay is a suburban area of Cape Town in South Africa. It is an inlet on the Atlantic side of the Cape Peninsula. In the early days of Dutch settlement it was noted for the wealth of natural timber that grew on the neighbouring hills, which was the inspiration for Jan Van Riebeek to [...]

South Africa Sites – South African Touring – Cango Caves

admin — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 19:22:03 +0000

About 30 km outside the town of Outdshoorn in the area of the Klein Karoo in the Western Cape Province of South Africa, lie the magnificent Cango Caves – one of the wonders of the world. These limestone caves were discovered in 1780 by J Van Zyl who was a farmer in the Zwartberg Mountains. [...]

South Africa– South African Holiday Resorts – Dolphin Coast

admin — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 19:02:27 +0000

The coastal area North of Durban in KwaZulu- Natal province, South Africa, is known as the Dolphin Coast, so named because of the Bottle Nose Dolphins that can be sighted in large schools cavorting happily off shore in search of sardine shoals. Visitors will find a string of holiday resorts boasting wonderful beaches, an excellent [...]

Touring South Africa – South African Towns – Simon’s Town

admin — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:44:48 +0000

Simon’s Town, also often referred to as Simonstown, is situated in the Western Cape Province of South Africa at Simon’s Bay which is an inlet on False Bay. The name Simon’s Town is derived from Governor Simon Van der Stel. The harbour itself was used because of its protection against the winter gales that made [...]

South African Travel – Visit South Africa – Capricorn Region

admin — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 14:49:32 +0000

The geographical Line of Latitude that lies approximately 23 degrees south of the Equator is called the Tropic of Capricorn. This line runs through Southern Africa, Australia and South America. In South Africa the Tropic of Capricorn runs through the northern part of Limpopo Province (formerly Northern Transvaal) and gives its name to the area [...]

South Africa – South African Wineland Region – Paarl

admin — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 20:00:44 +0000

The town of Paarl in the winelands region of the Western Cape Province in South Africa lies on the Berg River and was established in 1657 by Abraham Gabbema. It takes its name from the very large and smooth granite rocks crowning the ridge overlooking the town, which are thought to resemble a pearl and [...]

South Africa – South African Languages – Afrikaans

admin — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:31:28 +0000

South Africa has eleven official languages and the third most spoken language in the country is Afrikaans. There are approximately 6 million people whose mother tongue is Afrikaans, about 13% of the South African population. Afrikaans is the youngest member of the Germanic group of languages, originating from the 17th century Dutch dialects and in [...]

South Africa – South African Scenic Towns – Tulbagh

admin — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 12:35:44 +0000

The picturesque and historical town of Tulbagh in the Western Cape Province of South Africa is situated in one of the most stunningly scenic and fertile valleys in the country. Tulbagh is one of the most northerly towns in the magnificent Breede River Valley, which stretches from the Karoo in the north to McGregor in [...]

South Africa – South African Historical Tourist sites – Ladysmith

admin — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:13:46 +0000

Ladysmith is a town in the Kwazulu-Natal Province of South Africa. The town lies in the foothills of the Drakensberg Mountains on the banks of the Klip River and is an ideal stopping off point for anyone interested in the battlefields of the Anglo-Boer War. The town of Ladysmith is situated 230 km north-west of [...]

Touring South Africa – South African Towns – Tzaneen

admin — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 12:38:13 +0000

The charming little town of Tzaneen is situated in the foothills of the Wolkberg Mountains in the Limpopo Province (formerly the Northern Transvaal) of South Africa. Tzaneen is the second largest town in the Mopani district of Limpopo and is seen as the capital of the Letaba region. The climate of the Letaba region is [...]

South Africa Tourism – Travel to South Africa – uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park

admin — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 18:00:17 +0000

There are 8 world heritage sites in South Africa. 4 of these are cultural, 3 are listed as natural and the 8th is regarded as mixed and that is the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park. The uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park is situated in Kwazulu-Natal and includes both the Provincial Royal National Park and the Drakensberg National Park. It [...]

Sport In South Africa – South African Boxing – The Toweel Family

admin — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 17:04:00 +0000

In South Africa, the name Toweel was at one time tantamount to saying boxing. The Toweel family made an extraordinary impact and contribution to the sport in 20th century South Africa. The most famous member of the Toweel family was Vic (Victor Anthony, born in Benoni in the Transvaal (Gauteng) in 1929. He was the [...]

Tour South Africa – South African Game Reserves – Addo Elephant National Park

admin — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 19:00:46 +0000

The Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa is situated only an hour’s drive from Port Elizabeth .It is a malaria free area and one of the country’s top 20 national Parks. It was originally founded in 1931 in an effort to preserve the diminished Elephant life in the area. [...]

Visit South Africa – South African Garden Route Towns – George

admin — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 19:11:30 +0000

The town of George in the Western Cape Province in South Africa is known as “The Gateway to the Garden Route”. George is the sixth oldest town in South Africa. It is located in the Cape Wildflower Floral area situated below the splendid Outeniqua mountain range, set slightly inland but within easy reach of the [...]

South Africa – South African Game Reserves – Hluhluwe-Imfolozi National Park

admin — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 09:57:19 +0000

The Hluhluwe-Imfolozi National Park is one of the oldest and highly esteemed game reserves in South Africa and is situated approximately 280 km north of Durban in Kwazulu-Natal. Originally Umfolozi and Hluhluwe were two separate game parks which in 1989 amalgamated to become the large and impressive Hluhluwe-Imfolozi National Park, home to the big five [...]

South African Nature Reserves – Touring South Africa – Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

admin — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 19:20:26 +0000

Adjoining the Kruger National Park, visitors to the area will find the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. It is maintained by the non profit Timbavati organization that since 1962 has been dedicated to the conservation of endangered animals. There are more than 40 species of mammals to be found at Timbavati including the big 5 but, [...]

Touring South Africa – South African Towns – Graaff-Reinet

admin — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 22:00:25 +0000

Graaff-Reinet is a town situated in the heart of the Great Karoo in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. It was founded in 1786 and named after the Governor of the Cape, Cornelis Jacob van de Graaff and his wife Reinet . It is the fourth oldest town in South Africa. Graaff-Reinet is surrounded [...]

Tour South Africa – South African Places To Visit – Wellington

admin — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 19:25:14 +0000

The town of Wellington lies about 45 minutes from Cape Town in the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Situated at the foot of the Groenberg Mountains and built along the banks of the Kromme River Wellington is a historic and charming town with its picturesque valley setting and has often been referred to as [...]

South Africa – South African Apartheid Activists – Winnie Mandela

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 20:35:58 +0000

Winnie Mandela was born Nomzamo Winifred Zanyiwe Madikizela in Bizana, Transkei (now part of the Eastern Cape Province) on the 26th September 1936. She had seven siblings and her mother was a home economics teacher employed at a local school. She has led a remarkable life, loved by many who refer to her as “The [...]

South African Travel – Places To Visit In South Africa – Louis Trichardt

admin — Fri, 28 May 2010 17:00:14 +0000

Louis Trichardt in the Limpopo Province (Northern Transvaal) South Africa is a quaint and interesting typical Boer Town lying at the foot of the Soutpansberg Mountain range. There has been a lot of controversy surrounding the name change of Louis Trichardt to be called Makhado and for a short period of time this was the [...]

South African Holiday – Touring South Africa – White River

admin — Wed, 26 May 2010 15:34:12 +0000

Along the Panorama Route in Mpumalanga (Eastern Transvaal) South Africa, lies the enchanting little town of White River. The town itself was started after the Anglo-Boer War when settlers established a farming community that has remained practically the same to this day. Tropical fruit, vegetables, flowers are some of the products farmed in the area. [...]

South Africa – South African Food – Braai

admin — Tue, 25 May 2010 15:13:09 +0000

South African’s love their meat and the barbeque (or braai as it is called in South Africa) is very popular and is part of the heritage of the country.. South Africa even has a “National Braai Day” which is celebrated every year on the public holiday – Heritage day. Having a “braai” in South Africa [...]

Places to visit in South Africa – South African Tourist Sites – Soweto

admin — Mon, 24 May 2010 15:19:48 +0000

Soweto or South West Townships in Gauteng, South Africa which was once housing for black workers has now been developed and has some affluent housing as well.

Famous South Africans – Apartheid in South Africa – Desmond Tutu

admin — Sat, 22 May 2010 13:09:48 +0000

Born in Klerksdorp in the Transvaal Province in 1931 Desmond Tutu was an only son with two sisters. His Mother worked as a cleaner and although Desmond dreamed of becoming a physician, his family could not afford the cost for him to train so he chose to become a teacher like his Father. After studying [...]

Places in South Africa – South African Cities and Towns – King Williams Town

admin — Fri, 21 May 2010 10:31:37 +0000

King Williams Town is situated along the Banks of the Buffalo River at the foot of the Amathole Mountains in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. Named after Britain’s King William IV, it was founded in 1826 and is part of the modern day municipality of Buffalo City. In 1825 the Rev. John Brownlee [...]

South Africa Apartheid Activists – Famous South Africans – Donald Woods

admin — Sun, 16 May 2010 06:13:46 +0000

The story of Donald Woods, South African Journalist, political activist and friend of Steve Biko.

South African Heroes – History of South Africa – Wolraad Woltemade

admin — Thu, 06 May 2010 21:36:13 +0000

The story of one of the greatest hero's of South Africa who,together with his horse, died while saving lives from a sinking ship during a terrible storm.

Battles of South Africa – South African History – The Boer War

admin — Sun, 02 May 2010 23:05:46 +0000

The Boer War is also known by many other names. It has been called the Second Boer War, or the Anglo Boer War or even the South African War. The first Boer War was a somewhat short conflict that came about when the Dutch settlers of the Transvaal rebelled against the British and regained their [...]

South African History – Famous South Africans – Dr Christiaan Barnard

admin — Sat, 01 May 2010 02:22:27 +0000

Christiaan Neethling Barnard was born in Beaufort West, Cape Province of South Africa on the 8th November 1922. He was destined to become a doctor who would become world famous as a result of performing the world’s first heart transplant. The son of a Dutch Reformed Church Minister and one of 5 brothers (his brother [...]

South African Tribes -South Africa Culture – Swazi Tribe

admin — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 13:10:43 +0000

A look at the Swazi tribe of Southern Africa, their origins and Swazi culture. Where to go to visit a typical Swazi Cultural Village in South Africa.

South African vacation – South Africa travel – Blyde River Canyon – Mpumalanga

admin — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 20:45:02 +0000

The Blyde River Canyon in Mpumalanga (Eastern Transvaal) South Africa takes up part of the magnificent Panorama Route. The Canyon itself was formed when the Blyde River (River of Joy) cut through the quartzite and dolomite eastern rim of the Drakensberg Mountain range. The Blyde River Canyon is the only true Canyon in South Africa [...]

South African Leaders – Famous people of South Africa – Nelson Mandela

admin — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 06:45:58 +0000

The life of Nelson Mandela from a boy in a village in the Transkei, to becoming the first Black President of South Africa.

Culture of South Africa – South African tribes – Ndebele tribe

admin — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 20:45:53 +0000

The culture of the Ndebele tribe of South Africa, believed to be an offshoot of the Zulu tribe from Kwazulu Natal, but who mostly reside in the Mpumulanga (Transvaal) area.

Famous people of South Africa – South African History – Harry Oppenheimer

admin — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 06:15:04 +0000

The life of South African Businessman Harry Oppenheimer

South African History – Famous leaders of South Africa – F.W. de Klerk

admin — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 06:00:34 +0000

Read about President F.W De Klerk's early life and his political moves to free Nelson Mandela and end apartheid in South Africa

South African Famous People – Leaders in South Africa – Louis Botha

admin — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 05:45:15 +0000

The first Prime Minister of the Union of South Africa, Louis Botha fought in the Boer War and in the First World War. He was born in Natal in 1862 and became Prime Minister in 1907

Famous South Africans in History -Leaders of South Africa – Jan Christiaan Smuts

admin — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 05:30:48 +0000

Jan Christiaan Smuts can undoubtedly be listed as one of South Africa’s greatest sons. He was born in Bovenplaats in the Western Cape Province (then the Cape Colony) on the 24th May 1870. He was home schooled by his mother and only started formal schooling at the age of 12 and after only 5 years, [...]

South African Vacation – South Africa Cape Guide – East London

admin — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 19:00:36 +0000

In the Eastern Cape Province, on the South East coast of South Africa lies the city of East London. In the early 1800’s there were many battles between the settlers and the Xhosa population and East London was used as a supply base for the military headquarters in the area. Buffalo River on the mouth [...]

South African Vacation – South Africa Cape Guide – The Frontier Route

admin — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 18:00:10 +0000

The Frontier Route in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa is possibly an area that has the richest and varied history in the country. There are lovely little towns with varied attractions and accommodation etc. all within easy reach of Grahamstown, Port Elizabeth and East London while touring South Africa. Alicedale is a charming [...]

South African Vacation – Touring South Africa – Grahamstown

admin — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 16:49:58 +0000

In the heart of South Africa’s Frontier Country tourist route of the Eastern Cape Province, lies the historic town of Grahamstown. At the mention of Grahamstown, for most South Africans two things spring to mind, the first being Rhodes University and the second is the National Arts Festival. In 1812, Grahamstown was founded by Colonel [...]

South Africa Vacation – South African Tourist Sites – Plettenberg Bay

admin — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 00:00:31 +0000

Located in the Western Cape Province on the Garden Route, Plettenberg Bay is a very popular vacation site for tourists from around the world as well as South Africans. Mild winters and hot summers make it an ideal vacation spot. There are so many choices of activities available from active water sports, game reserves, whale [...]

South Africa Travel – Tourism in South Africa – The Rainbow Route

admin — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 23:00:57 +0000

For lovers of culture and history as well as beautiful scenery, the Rainbow Route in KwaZulu-Natal is well worth following. Follow in the footsteps of the Voortrekkers and explore the customs and ritual rites of the Zulu people as you enjoy all the interesting places that you can find along this interesting route. Mtunzini along [...]

South Africa vacations – South African tourist sites – uShaka Marine Park Durban

admin — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 22:45:05 +0000

Durban, in the province of KwaZulu-Natal South Africa, offers an outstanding experience for visitors at uShaka Marine World. Situated at the end of Durban’s Golden Mile, uShaka Marine world is incorporated into more than 15 hectares of the finest beach front. This world class marine theme park is the largest in Africa and has the [...]

South African Vacation – South Africa Travel – Barberton

admin — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 22:00:44 +0000

The picturesque and quaint town of Barberton is situated in the De Kaap valley basin of Mpumalanga province (Eastern Transvaal). Barberton is one of the seven flagship regions for tourism in the country. It is free of malaria and is encircled by the beautiful Makhonjwa Mountains which is on the tentative list of the UNESCO [...]

Indigenous people of South Africa – South African tribes – The Nama and San people

admin — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 21:30:46 +0000

The Nama and San (Bushman) tribes are the original indigenous tribes of Southern Africa. A look at their origins, characteristics and where they live in South Africa today.

South Africa Cape Guide – South African Vacation – Swellendam

admin — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 20:30:37 +0000

Swellendam and the surrounding areas, go whale watching, pick berries, hike and so much more

South Africa Tribes – South African Culture – Lemba Tribe

admin — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 19:50:19 +0000

The Lemba tribe of South Africa. Where they originate and what their traits are. The Lemba tribe claim to be one of the lost tribes of ancient Israel.

Tribes of Africa – South African Culture – Sotho Tribe

admin — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:00:21 +0000

The Sotho tribes of South Africa and Lesotho. The Southern Sotho (Basutu), the Pedi (Northern Sotho) and the Tswana all originating from other tribes in Southern Africa

Tribes of South Africa – South African Culture – Venda Tribe

admin — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 15:10:30 +0000

The Venda African Tribe mostly situated in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. Originating from the Great Lakes of Central Africa. Venda tribal culture and practices.