Country Facts:
Australia vs. South Africa

Country area

The surface area of Australia is 2 969 907 mi², while the surface area of South Africa is 471 445 mi². This means that the area of Australia is 530% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Australia is Sydney, with a population of about 4 840 600 people. In contrast, the largest city in South Africa is Johannesburg, where the population is 4 434 830.

Highest recorded temperature

In Australia, the highest temperature ever measured was 123.3°F and was recorded in Oodnadatta, South Australia, while in South Africa the highest temperature was 122°F and was recorded in Dunbrody, Eastern Cape.

Population

The population of Australia is about 25 499 884, while South Africa is home to 59 308 690 people.

Average age

The average age is 37.5 years in Australia and 28 years in South Africa.

Literacy

Literacy is 96.0% in Australia and 95.0% in South Africa.

Religion

In Australia, the main religion is Christianity; in South Africa, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Australia: 52 397 Int$. South Africa: 13 356 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Australia: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: I). Electricity in South Africa: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, D, M, N).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Australia - January, February, December; South Africa - January, February, December.

Visa requirements

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