Country Facts:
Colombia vs. South Africa

Country area

The surface area of Colombia is 440 831 mi², while the surface area of South Africa is 471 445 mi². This means that the area of South Africa is 6.94% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Colombia is Bogotá, with a population of about 7 976 700 people. In contrast, the largest city in South Africa is Johannesburg, where the population is 4 434 830.

Highest recorded temperature

In Colombia, the highest temperature ever measured was 108.1°F and was recorded in Puerto Salgar, Cundinamarca Department, while in South Africa the highest temperature was 122°F and was recorded in Dunbrody, Eastern Cape.

Population

The population of Colombia is about 50 882 891, while South Africa is home to 59 308 690 people.

Average age

The average age is 31.2 years in Colombia and 28 years in South Africa.

Literacy

Literacy is 95.6% in Colombia and 95.0% in South Africa.

Religion

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

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Colombia: 14 570 Int$. South Africa: 13 356 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Colombia: frequency and voltage are 110V 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: Colombia - January, February, December; South Africa - January, February, December.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites