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Diversity of Culture
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 The Official Languages

There are thirteen official languages in South Africa:

English, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Zulu, Tsonga, Venda, Ndebele, Tswana, Sotho, Northern Sotho, Pedi, Shangaan and S.Sotho.

The South African Department of Arts, Culture, Science and Technology protects and promotes this diverse heritage of our nation by supporting:
 • The arts, culture and heritage, by valuing diversity and promoting economic activity
 • The linguistic diversity of our country as a resource in empowering all South Africans fully to participate in their country's social, political and economic life.
 • The equitable development and preservation of our experiences, heritage and symbols.

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