Our National Coat of Arms
Rising sun, symbol of energy
Secretary bird, fighter and protector
Protea, symbol of diversity and potential
National motto in !Xam - unity in diversity
Ears of wheat represent fertility and growth
Shield with Khoisan figures, symbols of a shared heritage
Spear and knobkierie, symbols of State Authority and peace
Elephant tusks symbolise wisdom, strength, moderation and eternity
South Africa's national flower is the Protea,
named after the Greek God, Proteus, who could change his shape at will.
The endangered Blue Crane is the national bird.
The Springbok gazelle is the national animal