My geography skills aren't great, and I usually learn about places best while I'm visiting or living there. Because Steven & I have moved within the United States so many times (not to mention that puzzle of the United States my grandson Adrien used to have), I'm pretty familiar with the USA. I still have to study the globe or peruse the internet to figure out where other countries are and what they're like.
South Africa is the southern-most country on the continent of Africa, with a rich & interesting history.
Believing I'm not the only geographically-challenged person in the world, I thought I'd link you to an interesting site. Be sure to click on the "About South Africa" link.

FYI, LESOTHO isn't a province; it's a democratic, sovereign and independent country surrounded by South Africa!