Eastern Cape facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Eastern Cape
Oos-Kaap (Afrikaans)
EMpuma Koloni (Xhosa) |
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| Motto(s):
Development through Unity
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Location of the Eastern Cape in South Africa
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| Country | South Africa |
| Established | 27 April 1994 |
| Capital | Bhisho |
| Largest city | Port Elizabeth |
| Districts |
List
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| Government | |
| • Type | Parliamentary system |
| Area | |
| • Total | 168,966 km2 (65,238 sq mi) |
| Area rank | 2nd in South Africa |
| Highest elevation | 3,019 m (9,905 ft) |
| Lowest elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
| Population
(2011)
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| • Total | 6,562,053 |
| • Estimate
(2013)
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6,620,100 |
| • Rank | 3rd in South Africa |
| • Density | 38.83653/km2 (100.58615/sq mi) |
| • Density rank | 6th in South Africa |
| Population groups | |
| • Black African | 86.3% |
| • Coloured | 8.3% |
| • White | 4.7% |
| • Indian or Asian | 0.4% |
| Languages | |
| • Xhosa | 78.8% |
| • Afrikaans | 10.6% |
| • English | 5.6% |
| • Sotho | 2.5% |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (SAST) |
| ISO 3166 code | ZA-EC |
| Website | www.ecprov.gov.za |
The Eastern Cape is a large province in South Africa. Its capital city is Bhisho. The two biggest cities in the province are Port Elizabeth and East London. This province was created in 1994. It is known as the traditional home of the Xhosa people.
This region is famous for being the birthplace of many important South African leaders. These leaders helped shape the country's history.
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About the Eastern Cape Province
The Eastern Cape is located in the southern part of South Africa. It is the second largest province by land area. It has a long coastline along the Indian Ocean.
History of the Eastern Cape
The Eastern Cape was formed on April 27, 1994. This was when South Africa became a democratic country. Before that, parts of the area were separate regions. The province was also home to the 1820 settlers, who were British colonists.
People and Languages
Most people in the Eastern Cape are Black African. About 86% of the population belongs to this group. Other groups include Coloured people and White people.
The main language spoken is Xhosa. About 79% of people speak Xhosa. Other languages include Afrikaans and English.
Famous People from the Eastern Cape
Many well-known South African politicians were born here. They played a big role in fighting for freedom and equality. Some of these famous people include:
These leaders helped change South Africa for the better.
Images for kids
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Aloe ferox on the R61 route between Cofimvaba and Ngcobo.
Other pages
See also
In Spanish: Provincia del Cabo Oriental para niños
