I. Famous People
1. Tell me about a famous person from South Africa.
2. Are there any famous musicians from South Africa? If yes, who are they and what do they sing/play?
3. Who was Nelson Mandela, and what did he do for South Africa?
4. Can you name a famous athlete from South Africa?
5. What is a well-known author from South Africa?
II. Geography
6. What is the biggest city in South Africa?
7. Where is Cape Town located?
8. What is the highest mountain in South Africa?
9. Which countries border South Africa?
10. How many time zones are there in South Africa?
III. Culture
11. What are some famous foods from South Africa?
12. What are some of the best places to visit in South Africa?
13. What does “Afrikaner” mean in English?
14. Why do people call it the Rainbow Nation?
15. What are some popular traditional festivals in South Africa?
IV. History
16. When did apartheid end in South Africa?
17. What type of government does South Africa have?
18. What is the currency of South Africa?
19. What major events happened during apartheid?
20. How did Nelson Mandela change South Africa?
V. Nature and Wildlife
21. What is the name of the National Park that is home to the Big 5 animals?
22. Is it true that there are lions in South Africa, and if so, where can you find them?
23. What are some popular tourist attractions in South Africa?
24. What types of animals can you see in South Africa?
25. How can you help protect wildlife in South Africa?
VI. Travel
26. How long does it take to get from Johannesburg to Cape Town by car or bus?
27. What is the best time to visit South Africa?
28. What should you pack for a trip to South Africa?
29. How do you get around in South Africa?
30. What are some safety tips for traveling in South Africa?
VII. Language
31. How many official languages are there in South Africa?
32. What are some common greetings in South Africa?
33. Can you name a few words in Afrikaans?
34. What is a popular saying in Zulu?
35. How do you say “thank you” in Xhosa?
VIII. Economy
36. What is the main industry in South Africa?
37. What are some popular exports from South Africa?
38. How does tourism affect the South African economy?
39. What is the role of mining in South Africa’s economy?
40. What are some challenges facing the South African economy?
IX. Education
41. What is the education system like in South Africa?
42. How many years do children go to school in South Africa?
43. What are some popular universities in South Africa?
44. What subjects do students study in South Africa?
45. Are there any famous South African scholarships?
X. Sports
46. What sports are popular in South Africa?
47. How many teams are in the South African football league?
48. Who is a famous South African rugby player?
49. What is the most popular sport in South Africa?
50. How do South Africans celebrate sports events?
XI. Festivals
51. What are some popular festivals in South Africa?
52. How do people celebrate New Year in South Africa?
53. What is the significance of Heritage Day in South Africa?
54. What is the Cape Town International Jazz Festival?
55. How do people celebrate Christmas in South Africa?
XII. Current Events
56. What are some current issues facing South Africa?
57. How is South Africa dealing with climate change?
58. What are some recent developments in South African politics?
59. How is South Africa’s economy recovering from the pandemic?
60. What role does South Africa play in African politics?
