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The Orange River is the longest river in South Africa and is 1,367 miles long. It does not pass through any major cities, but plays a very important role in the economy by providing water for irrigation and hydroelectric power. The original name of the river was Gariep, but was renamed by Colonel Robert Gordon in honor of William V of Orange in 1779.
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How long is the Orange river in miles?
The Orange River is not in miles, but in South Africa.
What is the biggest river in South Africa?
Orange River 2200km long
How long is the orange river in km?
2933km
What country is the river orange in?
The Orange River is the longest river in South Africa.
How long is the river orange in south africa?
2,200 km (1,367 mi)
Is the Orange River in South Africa?
According to the Columbia Encyclopedia, the Orange River is the "chief river of South Africa, c.1,300 mi (2,090 km) long." For more information on this river, see Answers.com via the Related Link.
When was Orange River Colony created?
Orange River Sovereignty was created in 1848.
How much pollution in the orange river?
the Vaal river is connected to the Orange River and the Orange River itslef isnt polluted, but since the Vaal River has acidic water, the Orange River will be polluted.
Which river brought diamonds to the Namib Desert?
The orange river.
When did Orange River Colony end?
Orange River Colony ended in 1910.
When did Orange River Sovereignty end?
Orange River Sovereignty ended in 1854.
What river flows from mountains in Southern Africa through Egypt and into the sea?
Orange River
