Countries bordering South Africa

South Africa shares land borders with 6 countries. Located in Southern Africa, South Africa holds a strategic position in the heart of Africa. Its neighbors are: Lesotho, Botswana, Namibia, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Eswatini.

Bordering Countries

Region

Africa

Island

Neighboring countries list

Country	Capital	Population	Area	Region
Lesotho	Maseru	2.12M	30,355 km²	Africa
Botswana	Gaborone	2.36M	582,000 km²	Africa
Namibia	Windhoek	3.02M	825,615 km²	Africa
Mozambique	Maputo	34.09M	801,590 km²	Africa
Zimbabwe	Harare	17.07M	390,757 km²	Africa
Eswatini	Mbabane	1.24M	17,364 km²	Africa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What countries border South Africa?

South Africa shares borders with 6 countries: Lesotho, Botswana, Namibia, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Eswatini.

How many borders does South Africa have?

South Africa has 6 land borders.

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