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South Africa’s fascinating history from the Khoisan people, Dutch and British colonialism, apartheid, peaceful transformation to today’s evolving democracy and recent emergence from a strong system of oppression makes it a country rich in history and lessons learned. With an abundance of historical plight, South Africa is still dealing with the remnants of its past but at the same time is progressing towards the future with a sense of pride and purpose.
Why Study Abroad in South Africa?
Today, South Africa is emerging from the apartheid system and is a promising market with a stock exchange that ranks among the 10 largest in the world. Yet, the country continues to grapple with issues such as high unemployment rates, poverty and lack of economic empowerment, and the epidemic of HIV/AIDS. With CEA, you can observe first-hand the unfolding transformation of South Africa and contribute to the future of this emerging African nation. Take courses in engineering, business, communication & media, education, environmental science, and African languages - to name just a few. Earn credit toward your degree while becoming involved in social and economic change by volunteering in the townships and while enjoying South Africa's culture, food, and hospitable people in the beautiful seaside city of Port Elizabeth. With CEA, your study abroad program in South Africa is more than just a program; it is the experience of a lifetime.
South Africa Fast Facts
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Country name: Republic of South Africa
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Area: 1,219,912 sq km
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Population: 43,997,828
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Capital city: Pretoria (administrative capital); Cape Town (legislative capital); Bloemfontein (judicial capital)
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People: 79% black African, 9.6% white, 8.9% colored, 2.5% Indian/Asian
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Language: IsiZulu 23.8%, IsiXhosa 17.6%, Afrikaans 13.3%, Sepedi 9.4%, English 8.2%, Setswana 8.2%, Sesotho 7.9%, Xitsonga 4.4%, other 7.2%
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Religion: Christian, Muslim, other
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Major industries: Mining (world's largest producer of platinum, gold, chromium), automobile assembly, metalworking, machinery, textiles, iron and steel, chemicals, fertilizer, foodstuffs, commercial ship repair
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