Free State, Province in central South Africa.
The Free State province spans 129,825 square kilometers of land characterized by open grasslands, mountains, and agricultural fields at 1,293 meters elevation.
The region transformed from the Orange Free State Boer republic established in 1854 to its current status as a province of South Africa in 1994.
The Sesotho language dominates the linguistic landscape of Free State, with Afrikaans and other local languages contributing to the regional communication patterns.
The province maintains a network of paved roads connecting major centers, including national routes N1, N3, and N6 that intersect at Bloemfontein.
Free State produces over 70 percent of South Africa's grain supply, making it the primary agricultural center for the entire nation.
Location: South Africa
Inception: April 27, 1994
Capital city: Bloemfontein
Elevation above the sea: 1,293 m
Shares border with: Northern Cape, North West, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Mohale's Hoek District, Mafeteng District, Maseru District, Berea District, Leribe District, Butha-Buthe District, Mokhotlong District, Gauteng
Website: https://freestateonline.fs.gov.za
GPS coordinates: -28.00000,27.00000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:40
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