Concept map of Southern Africa: clear summary and concise outline of territory, climate, population, and economy. The region extends south of Equatorial Africa to the tip of the continent, between the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. It includes savannas, deserts (Kalahari and Namib), forests, and plateaus. The climate varies from desert to tropical and temperate. The population is concentrated on the coasts and in cities. The economy is based on mineral resources but presents strong inequalities, with growing development.