South Africa is a country in Southern Africa, occupying the southernmost tip of the continent. It is bordered by Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Swaziland. The country has a coastline stretching along both the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.

South Africa is a land of contrasts, with a diverse landscape ranging from the snow-capped peaks of the Drakensberg Mountains to the arid deserts of the Kalahari. The country is also home to a wide variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, and zebras.