Country Facts:
Canada vs. South Africa

Country area

The surface area of Canada is 3 855 103 mi², while the surface area of South Africa is 471 445 mi². This means that the area of Canada is 718% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Canada is Toronto, with a population of about 2 615 060 people. In contrast, the largest city in South Africa is Johannesburg, where the population is 4 434 830.

Highest recorded temperature

In Canada, the highest temperature ever measured was 113°F and was recorded in Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan, while in South Africa the highest temperature was 122°F and was recorded in Dunbrody, Eastern Cape.

Population

The population of Canada is about 37 742 154, while South Africa is home to 59 308 690 people.

Average age

The average age is 41.8 years in Canada and 28 years in South Africa.

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Canada and 95.0% in South Africa.

Religion

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

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Canada: 48 091 Int$. South Africa: 13 356 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Canada: frequency and voltage are 120V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). 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: Canada - June, July, August; South Africa - January, February, December.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites