South Africa (sowth af-ri-kuh)
Country
South Africa is a country on the southernmost tip of the African continent, noted for its varied topography, great natural beauty, and cultural diversity. It's known as the "Rainbow Nation," a term coined by Archbishop Desmond Tutu to describe the country's ethnic and cultural diversity. South Africa's history is deeply affected by the apartheid era, a period of racial segregation that ended in 1994 with the election of Nelson Mandela, the nation's first Black president. The country boasts some of the world's most significant archaeological sites, a testament to its rich human history, alongside its renowned wildlife and national parks. The name South Africa is descriptive, indicating the country's geographic location at the southern tip of Africa.
