What is the language of south africa?

There are eleven official languages of South Africa: Afrikaans, English, Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Sotho, SiSwati, Tsonga, Tswana, Venda, Xhosa and Zulu. Fewer than two percent of South Africans speak a first language other than an official one. read more

There are eleven official languages of South Africa: Afrikaans, English, Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Sotho, SiSwati, Tsonga, Tswana, Venda, Xhosa and Zulu. Fewer than two percent of South Africans speak a first language other than an official one. Most South Africans can speak more than one language. read more

Language in South Africa According to census data from 2011, Zulu is the most widely spoken language in the country with 11.6 million speakers. This is followed by Xhosa with 8.15 million speakers, and Afrikaans, with 6.85 million speakers. read more

languages of south africa, south african language copyright © South African tourism IsiZulu is the language of South Africa's largest ethnic group, the Zulu people, who take their name from the chief who founded the royal line in the 16th century. read more

In South Africa, Afrikaans may not be the most widely spoken language – but it is still a bigger language than English. Language has once again been thrust into the spotlight in South Africa, following a decision by the University of Stellenbosch to make Engligh the primary language of instruction at the institute. read more

Languages Of South Africa South Africa is a diverse nation with a population of over 55 million comprising of people different languages, origins, cultures, and religious practices. The country is also home to over 5 million immigrants, especially from the neighboring Zimbabwe. read more