What is the South-African culture like?

To understand why South Africa is called the 'rainbow nation', you need to know a little about the background to its people. read more

The culture of South Africa is known for its ethnic and cultural diversity. The South African majority still has a substantial number of rural inhabitants who lead largely impoverished lives. It is among these people, however, that cultural traditions survive most strongly; as South Africans have become increasingly urbanized and Westernised, aspects of traditional culture have declined. read more

A Look at South African Language, Culture, Customs and Etiquette Welcome to our guide to South Africa. This is useful for anyone researching South African culture, customs, manners, etiquette, values and wanting to understand the people better. read more

People once officially and now culturally classified as Coloured regard themselves as South African, as they are a residual social category and their heritage is a blend of all the other cultural backgrounds. read more

The culture of South Africa is known for its ethnic and cultural diversity. The South African majority still has a substantial number of rural inhabitants who lead largely impoverished lives. read more

South African Society & Culture. The Rainbow Nation. South Africa is one of the most multicultural countries in the world. In urban areas many different ethnic groups will make up the population. read more