The People of South Africa The black population of South Africa is divided into four major ethnic groups; namely Nguni (Zulu, Xhosa, Ndebele and Swazi), Sotho, Shangaan-Tsonga and Venda. There are numerous subgroups within these, of which the Zulu and Xhosa (two subgroups of the Nguni group) are the largest.

What are the 4 ethnic groups in South Africa?

The racial categories introduced by Apartheid remain ingrained in South African society with South Africans continuing to classify themselves, and each other, as belonging to one of the four defined race groups (black Africans, whites, Coloureds and Indians).

What are the main cultures in South Africa?

Culture in South Africa South Africa has been famously referred to as the rainbow nation because it is made up of so many diverse cultures and religions. Contained within South Africas borders are Zulu, Xhosa, Pedi, Tswana, Ndebele, Khoisan, Hindu, Muslim, and Afrikaner people to name but a few.

How many different cultures are in South Africa?

South Africas culture is one of the most diverse in the world and has given rise to the term “Rainbow Nation”. With 11 official languages and 8 other recognised languages, the rich culture of each of these groups brings its own vibrancy to our diversity.

What is the largest race in South Africa?

As of 2019, South Africas population increased and counted approximately 58.4 million inhabitants in total, of which the majority (roughly 47.4 million) were Black Africans.