0
No. The Olympic Games have never been held on the African continent. South Africa is the only country in Africa with anything like the infrastructure and resources necessary to host the Games. South Africa hosted the 1995 Rugby World Cup successfully, a milestone which came only a year after the transition to democracy. Cape Town failed in 1997 to win its bid for the 2004 Olympic Games. It is a sad fact that Africa is unlikely to host the Games for a long time. Competition to host the Games is always fierce and South Africa's major weaknesses are a high crime rate and lack of economic clout. Crime in particular has been touted by nations competing with South Africa as a reason not to hold the Games there.
Still curious? Ask our experts.
Chat with our AI personalities
Judy
Devin
Beau
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What country is the furthest south in Africa?
The country furthest south on the continent of Africa is South Africa. The farthest south major town in South Africa is Capetown.
Who claims South Africa?
South Africa is claimed by the citizens of the Republic of South Africa.
What is the different standard living in Africa and South Africa?
South Africa is in Africa. Africa's a continent, South Africa is a country in Africa.
Is South Africa in the Asian Pacific?
No, South Africa is a country on the continent of Africa
Why is Egypt part of South Africa?
Egypt is not part of South Africa. Egypt is in the continent of Africa. South Africa is another country in Africa and it is a long way from Egypt. South Africa is in the south of the continent of Africa and Egypt is in the north of Africa.
